McDonald’s ‘savers’ menu needs a name change following price increases The much-loved burger at fast food giant Mcdonald’s will have a price hike of 20p soon – the first increase…
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Does Cultural Appropriation Exist in Food Culture?
How can we avoid cultural appropriation without gatekeeping recipes? For many immigrants, their taste buds are the only connection to home. Our mouths are a vessel for language and a…
Everything You Need To Know About National Vegetarian Week
National Vegetarian Week is a flagship campaign by the Vegetarian Society held annually in May that is dedicated to encouraging people to try and go “veggie” for a week According…
Jackfruit, its Dark History and How to Incorporate it into Your Diet
Move over avocado, there’s a new ingredient in town. Jackfruit chilli, pulled jackfruit or jackfruit curry – this new substitute meat is getting quite the culinary attention. So, what the jackfruit…
Why we Shouldn’t Beet Around the Bush
The Beauty of Beets Beets can be enjoyed on their own in a multitude of ways – raw, roasted, boiled, pickled – you name it, the beet can take it.…
When is an Allergy Really an Allergy?
So, you’ve got a killer headache, a bloated stomach, and you’re having trouble going to the toilet because of what you’ve eaten. Could an allergy be the culprit? Adverse reactions…
Forget the Flower – Lotus Root Should be the New Gift to Yourself
Lotus Root: the latest instalment in our Cultural Food column, in which we delve into wonder ingredients from all across the globe.