Great news from Aldi. Over 30 products have reduced prices

Even though Aldi is already the UK’s cheapest supermarket, it's cut the price of over 30 household grocery staples.

From now on, Aldi shoppers will pay even less for fresh produce items including apples, oranges and peaches.

Essential items covered include butter, spread, canned food, personal hygiene products and pet treats are also included in the latest price drop, which has seen items fall by an average of some 7%.

The move is the latest of over 130 prices Aldi has reduced over the past two months across its entire range.

Consumer group Which? has named Aldi as the UK’s cheapest supermarket in July for the 14th consecutive month. On a basket of goods, Aldi was the cheapest at £71.22, £8.37 cheaper than Tesco and £16.02 lower than Waitrose. On average, shoppers save 12% on a basket goods by shopping at Aldi compared with the traditional Big Four.

Julie Ashfield, who is MD of Buying at Aldi UK, said: “Our promise is that we will always offer the lowest grocery prices and we’re doing everything we can to pass savings on to our customers. As Britain’s cheapest supermarket, shoppers are switching to Aldi from every other supermarket.”

www.aldi.co.uk

Tesco’s 'ambitious' net zero targets validated

Tesco has outlined an 'ambitious' plan for emissions reduction across its own operations and value chain as it becomes one of the first retailers globally to have its net-zero science-based targets validated by the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi), the official body that validates climate targets.

Tesco’s targets include stretching interim commitments to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions from its own operations by 85% by 2030 from a 2015 baseline year, absolute Scope 3 emissions from energy and industrial sources by 55% by 2032 from a 2019 baseline year, and absolute Scope 3 emissions from FLAG emissions by 39% by 2032 from a 2019 baseline year. 

Tesco is also one of the first companies globally to have specific, SBTi-validated targets focused on greenhouse gas emissions originating from ‘forests, land and agriculture’.

The validated targets will see Tesco working towards its commitment to become carbon neutral across its own operations by 2035, and value chain by 2050, in line with the Paris Agreement’s aim of limiting global temperature rise to 1.5C. 

The retailer has set out its emissions reduction priorities through its Planet agenda. Activity will be grouped across six areas: Improve Products; Decarbonise Transport; Reduce Store Emissions; Support Sustainable Consumption; Eliminate Waste; and Protect Nature. 

Activity are to include the scaling up of deforestation-free feed sources; further roll-out of agricultural innovations such as low carbon fertiliser; and the continued decarbonisation of Tesco’s store estate and transport networks. 

Ken Murphy, Tesco Group CEO said: “With the effects of climate change upon us, we’re committed to achieving our target of net zero by 2050. It will require us to transform the way we operate our business, from how we produce our products in partnership with suppliers, how we run our stores and transport network, and how we encourage our customers to make healthy and sustainable choices. 

“We’ve led the way on action on climate change, from adopting 100% renewable electricity across the whole Tesco group, to scaling innovations in our supply chains. We must work even harder, in collaboration with suppliers and business partners, to achieve our goals. These ambitious targets, validated by the Science Based Targets Initiative, now provide us with a clear roadmap of action over the next ten years and beyond.”   

Tesco has led the way on tackling climate change, becoming the first business globally to set a net zero target in 2009, and in 2017, the first FTSE 100 company to set science-based targets for both its own operations and its supply chain.

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Nurishh offers tasty plant-based alternatives this summer

This summer it’s time to transport your tastebuds to the Med with the latest addition to the Nurishh range of plant-based alternatives to cheese; Plant-Based Greek Style Cubes. Packed with flavour and a delightfully delicious salty kick, the tasty cubes make it easy to say “OPA!” to plant-based dining! 

With the Mediterranean diet hitting headlines and Mediterranean food long synonymous with summer sharing and al fresco dining, it’s no surprise we Brits love a taste of the Med, with TikTok views for the diet coming in at over 25m.

Conveniently pre-cubed, the Nurishh Plant-Based Greek Style Cubes are ideal for mezze boards or sprinkling onto salads. They deliver a mouth-watering flavour whilst also being dairy and lactose free.

What’s more, if you are curious to try more plant-based options, there’s never been a better time to give Nurishh a go, as its “Try Me Free” offer is running until 13st August. Allowing shoppers who purchase Nurishh from Sainsbury’s, Waitrose, Ocado or Co-Op to claim their money back by visiting www.nurishh-trymefree.com. The offer includes the new Greek Style Cubes plus Gran Vegiano, Garlic & Herbs Spread, Cheddar Flavour Slices and Plant-Based Alternative to Camembert. And with 81% of customers who try it[ii] loving it, the entire Nurishh range is the ideal accompaniment for coming together with family and friends to enjoy flavourful food this summer!

“Try Me Free” Terms & Conditions

UK 18+ only. Purchase of promotional pack AND Internet access required. RETAIN RECEIPT. Purchase between: 00:01 15/5/23 – 23:59 13/8/23. To participate: Purchase Nurishh product with promotional sticker, access www.nurishh-trymefree.com , submit copy receipt, name, email, and postal address – must submit claim by end 27/8/23. Max. 1 refund (by BACS) per qualifying purchase, max 5 claims per household. Full terms: www.nurishh-trymefree.com

(EDITOR: I must admit that my wife and I are now fans of Nurishh plant-based cheese alternatives. They taste excellent and because they are dairy and lactose free suit our health requirements. Not everyone who has to avoid cheese does so because they are vegans, some do so on health grounds.)

Everersfield Organic launches new restaurant

Eversfield Organic, which is one of the UK's leading organic grocery stores, is absolutely thrilled to  be able to announce the opening of a new restaurant, The Farm Kitchen at its Totnes Farm Shop, Deli, and Cafe. 

The new restaurant offers an immersive dining experience, focusing on sharing the joy of eating great food with great companions.

Located above the farm shop and café at its premises on The Plains, Totnes (TQ9 5DR for your satnav!), The Farm Kitchen is a restaurant which brings communal feasting to South Devon with carefully curated sharing boards, steaks, and fondue as the highlights of its menu inspired by traditional Swiss Alpine offerings and produce from its adjacent organic farm.

With Eversfield Organic's mantra of 'enjoy food, enjoy life,' this is a fantastic dining experience which does precisely that, bringing people together who love good food and great, enjoyable conversations. It's a place to embrace the colder months with a gathering of friends and refuel with delicious, satisfying foods.

Grass fed beef that's succulent and absolutely filled with flavour will be cooked to perfection by the guests themselves on a dedicated hot stone; and there will also be bountiful grazing boards - meat, cheese and charcuterie and a veg boards, which are packed with seasonal and organic veggies, with marinades to be poured on. 

If guests opt for a fondue, a cauldron of delicious, melted cheese will be kept warm for dipping various offerings, swirling them into the cheese to create food that's incredibly, utterly delicious.

Mark Bury, who is the MD of Eversfield Organic, expressed his excitement about the new venture, saying, "Tucking into sharing plates which are as beautiful as they are tasty, cooking our organic beef on hot stones, and sharing mouth-watering fondue is a truly wonderful way to truly appreciate incredible food that is full of the flavours and tastes of the Westcountry. The boards are simply stunning. They're absolute works of art that make you really appreciate the food that's laid before you."

He further emphasised the philosophy behind The Farm Kitchen, "It's about slowing down, cooking, dipping, savouring, and relishing beautiful food that's been consciously reared and grown."

The compact menus at The Farm Kitchen feature steak and fondue for two, complemented by sharing boards of salads, sides, and desserts that reflect the changing seasons,  with delicious organic wines available to compliment the equally delicious food. These wines are made from organically grown grapes with minimal or reduced amounts of added sulphites.

Eversfield Organic was founded in 2004 by Mark Bury, starting as a local organic grocery service. It has since grown to offer nationwide deliveries. Alongside its online presence, Eversfield Organic operates various farm shops, organic inns, and cafes. Notably, the company runs the butcher's and fishmongers in Selfridges Food Hall, London. 

www.eversfieldorganic.co.uk

(EDITOR: Thinking ahead, this could well make a very good venue for dining over the Christmas period.)

Food Rebels: Taste the Sharp Rebellion!

Introducing Food Rebels, a brand-new podcast and radio show which is solely dedicated to celebrating food challenger brands, food founders, and spotlighting personalities who dare to do things a bit differently.

The exciting 30-minute show, which launches with a listenership of over 30,000 thanks to its radio partners, will be packed with intriguing interviews and thought-provoking discussions from the exciting world of challenger brands.

The Host

Food Rebels is hosted by AJ Sharp, former co-host and presenter of The FoodTalk Show.  AJ is an experienced radio presenter, food expert, entrepreneur, broadcaster and food awards judge. She will bring her knowledge of food, entrepreneurialism, and friendly style to every episode, alongside a host of expert guest presenters.

Guest Presenters

The first four episodes kick off with ITV's Lorraine cake club winner, demo chef and food expert Suzy Pelta in the Guest Presenter's hot seat. After that, AJ's going to be joined by Colin Mordi, who founded Food Sauce, an agency dedicated to helping black and ethnic minority food founders to succeed. 

Next up, the Food Rebels team are excited to welcome the owner of award-winning Tempus Charcuterie and MasterChef 2010 winner, Dhruv Baker to the Guest Presenter's chair during October.

Guests and Scheduling

The schedule is already jammed-packed with brand founders, celebrities, and future stars, as well as experts you will recognise from TV and radio.

Food Rebels airs every Wednesday at 5pm, live through radio stations all over the UK as well as all the podcasting apps like Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Amazon Music.

Says AJ Sharp, host and presenter of Food Rebels: “Please join us on a journey behind the scenes, where secrets are shared, wisdom is imparted, live tastings, and a feast of food and drink entertainment for our listeners across the UK and beyond.”

The first episode of Food Rebels aired on 2nd of August, and you can listen again on www.foodrebels.co.uk.

Production Team and Guest Booker is Beshley Clague

hello@foodrebels.co.uk

Please see criteria for guest requests: https://www.foodrebels.co.uk/faqs

New Caramelised Apple Yoghurt from Bonne Maman

As part of the That's Food and Drink series of features on deserts, we bring you special news from Bonne Maman of their new caramelised apple yoghurt.

They are introducing a sensational new flavour to the Bonne Maman Fruit Yoghurt range, Caramelised Apple. Containing generous servings of the tastiest of proper caramelised apples, which have been gently cooked to perfection, swirled throughout an undeniably luscious yoghurt, the unique flavour combination offers a balance of sweetness and creaminess that's utterly irresistible. 

Presented in large 450g pots, Bonne Maman Large Pot Yoghurts are specially designed for sharing. The perfect treat for a night in, or a little after dinner indulgence, without the calories of ice-cream, this tempting new flavour joins three other equally delicious yoghurts: Strawberries and the tangiest rhubarb; Raspberry and the juiciest blackberries; Violet Fig with the figgiest of figs and Morello Cherry with the plumpest cherries.

Sumptuous and intensely fruity, each Bonne Maman fruit yoghurt pot contains lots of deliciously ripe and fragrant fruit pieces, simply mixed with a thick and smooth, creamy yoghurt.

Bonne Maman Yoghurts are always made with the finest quality natural ingredients and contain no artificial colours, flavours or sweeteners. First available from Waitrose and Partners stores nationwide at £2.80 per 450g pot.

Cornwall's Clotted Cream Sales Soar as Visitors Flock to the Region

Cornwall's Trewithen Dairy is witnessing a 'remarkable' surge in clotted cream sales, which is great news for the dairy and farming industry in the county of Cornwall.

Despite July being one of the dampest in recent years, visitors are still flocking to the region. According to Visit Cornwall, over five million people visit the county every year during the annual summer holidays. 

This is a welcome boost and a veritable boon for the region's producers as the demand for food in the region skyrockets. 

At the heart of this lies a love for a traditional cream tea. Freshly baked scones adorned with jam and rich clotted cream are a must-have treat and at Trewithen Dairy sales are soaring.

During the peak summer months between May and September, Trewithen Dairy plans to produce an amazing 55.77 tonnes of their renowned clotted cream in various formats, including 56g, 114g, 200g, and 400g pots. 

This volume alone would equate to almost 100,000 cream teas with an estimated 10 million more cream teas expected to be consumed through Trewithen's business providing clotted cream into other retailers.

That's an enormous number of people consuming authentic Trewithen Dairy Cornish clotted cream that bears the all important and vital PDO stamp. This stands for Protected Designation of Origin and means that it is produced, processed and prepared in Cornwall using recognised methods or skills. It's genuine, delicious Cornish clotted cream made with milk from cows which are raised and grazed by farmers who are very passionate about their health and welfare. High quality, Cornish milk creates the very best tasting clotted cream.

One of Trewithen Dairy's partners, farmer Matt Rowe of Tredinnick Farm, plays a vital role in helping meet the demand. During the peak holiday season milk production at his farm increases by 20% with more milk sold in August and September than any other time of the year. 

Matt said: “Everybody loves a cream tea and its brilliant. We aim our profile to fit a 20% increase during the summer to cope with the demand in Cornwall. We try and maximise our returns so at this time of year we do produce more milk for the tourists.

“We're lucky to live and work in such a beautiful part of the world, with clotted cream made from cows all raised and grazed in Cornwall, a delicious reminder of our county.”

Francis Clarke, a director of Trewithen Dairy, said: “It's always lovely to see so many people coming to Cornwall for their holidays, and it's wonderful to know our clotted cream holds a very special place in the hearts of those who visit us. 

"Even after they return home, people want to enjoy the taste of Cornwall, and that's great news for our business and Cornwall's dairy farmers, who work hard to provide the finest milk for our cherished products.”

As the demand for clotted cream hits its peak, Trewithen Dairy is very proud to showcase the versatility of this indulgent treat. Beyond the classic cream tea, clotted cream enhances a wide range of summer recipes, from sweet to savoury. 

And as Cornwall continues to flourish as a top holiday destination, Trewithen Dairy's clotted cream will continue to provide a delicious reminder of a region that is loved by so many. And when the holiday season is over, Trewithen Dairy sales of clotted cream continue to remain robust through its online shop with people buying their cream teas online reminding them of sublime days in Cornwall, all year round.

Please check out the dairy here https://www.trewithendairy.co.uk.

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Summers Under the Tamarind Tree - Recipes & Memories from Pakistan

Summers Under the Tamarind Tree - Recipes & Memories from Pakistan - by Sumayya Usmani, published by White Lion Publishing.

In this new edition of her award-winning memoir-cookbook, Sumayya Usmani celebrates the varied, exciting and all-too-often  overlooked cuisine of her beautiful birthplace, honouring the heritage and traditions of her home country through over 100 family recipes and evocative food memories.

Said Sumayya: “When people think of Pakistan, they probably picture a simple land which is plagued by troubles. But having grown up in Karachi, my memories of my childhood in Pakistan are filled with exciting scents, sounds and rich flavours. Food is the spirit of Pakistani people and the cuisine has been hundreds of years in the making.

When I moved to the UK, I was struck by the fact that despite a large Pakistani diaspora, our cuisine has never found its individual voice. My patriotic spirit and passion for the food I grew up cooking and eating sowed the seeds for this book. 

"I hope that the flavour of my heritage comes through in each recipe I share. This book is for my mother, grandmothers and daughter – the women who have always inspired me – and for my homeland, which is full of passion, promise and authentic flavour.”

What do people say about the book?

“Sumayya's words bring to life the aromas of her exquisite recipes, as well as the story of a little-known culinary heritage. It's wonderful to discover the world of Pakistani food and andaza (sensory cooking) in this perfect cookbook.” OLIA HERCULES 

“This book is a treasure.  Charm, information and what Sumayya calls 'the flavour of my Pakistani heritage' permeates every single recipe.” MADHUR JAFFREY

“My favourite sort of cookbook: personal, beautiful and full of things I want to eat.” MEERA SODHA

 £20 hardback, published in September.