Archive for March, 2007
In Search Of… Marmalade
What was last months foodie crises? Oh yes, the story that marmalade sales are in decline as the nation decides the flavour is too strong. Apparently one survey found that 81% of Marmalade is consumed by people over the age of 45.
While I am sure every true foodie makes their own (don’t look [...]
Sainsbury/Asda Tie-Up?
According to a report in the Telegraph, Asda is said to be examining the possibility of bidding for rival supermarket chain J Sainsbury - it all hinges on whether such a bid would break competition rules.
The Wal-Mart owned retailer is reported to be on the verge of contacting the competition authorities to explore the feasibility [...]
Delicious Magazine Email newsletter
You will, of course, be familiar with Delicious Magazine, one of the top monthly glossy food magazines available in the UK. Did you realise though that they offer an email newsletter on top of the printed version?
I haven’t actually received an issue yet so cannot report on content - in all likelihood it will be [...]
Home Baker Of The Year Competition
The Jane Asher website is again hosting the annual Home Baker of The Year Competition.
The Jane Asher Home Baker of the Year Competition was set up in 2004 to encourage people to get back into the kitchen, dig out their old recipes and grow interest in home baking amongst their family and friends. Last [...]
Petition No 10 to Ban Battery Farmed Chickens
We the undersigned petition the Prime Minister to Ban Battery Farming of Hens and gradually fade out all Battery Farming in the UK. It is inhumane and cruel to the animals. In the 21st Century all farming should become free range. Britain should lead the way.
One of the more worthwhile foodie related petitions on the [...]