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fresh french market swiss chard
18 November 2025

November Seasonal Produce: What’s In Season in France & UK

Food for Thought Winter

November is one of those beautifully moody months: crisp air, early dusk, and markets brimming with hearty, comforting November seasonal produce. As the year winds down, a gorgeous shift appears in the market stalls — it’s the perfect time to lean into root vegetables, squashes, apples, and nuts, ingredients that feel warming, nostalgic, and rich… Continue reading November Seasonal Produce: What’s In Season in France & UK

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Fresh seasonal ingredients on a rustic French kitchen counter representing principles of French cooking
03 November 2025

Principles of French Cooking: A Friendly Guide from My Kitchen in Southwest France

Cuisines Food for Thought French

When I first moved from London to the rolling hills of southwest France, I thought I had a decent handle on cooking. After all, I’d been experimenting in my own kitchen for years, teaching myself through trial, error, and endless curiosity. But discovering the Principles of French Cooking changed everything — suddenly food became more… Continue reading Principles of French Cooking: A Friendly Guide from My Kitchen in Southwest France

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peeled parsnips
19 March 2023

Top Kitchen Utensils to Elevate Your Home Cooking

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My top tip to make cooking at home a breeze is to have these essential kitchen utensils to help you achieve great results every time! Check out my top 30 kitchen tools!

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cut green kiwis
13 March 2023

What’s in Season this month? March

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Why is is important to eat seasonally? Seasonal foods are often cheaper, fresher and tastier! Plus you can support local farmers and producers while benefitting your own health at the same time. What better reasons are there!

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fresh carrots with fan
08 February 2023

What’s in Season this month? February

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Why is is important to eat seasonally? Seasonal foods are often cheaper, fresher and tastier! Plus you can support local farmers and producers while benefitting your own health at the same time. What better reasons are there!

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ingredients for egusi soup
06 April 2022

Nigerian Cuisine for Newbies

Cuisines Food for Thought Nigerian

Nigerian Cuisine is seriously under rated. A big shame as its varied and delicious! Nigerian food can be summed up in 3 words! Spicy, unique and flavourful!

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