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In this episode of Get Seasonal your hosts Ian Nottage and Graeme Collie explore sustainable British farming, seasonal produce, and innovative cookery techniques with experts Anna Blumfield from Deersbrook Farm, Lee Maycock from Tewinbury Cookery School and Colin Wheeler- James from Ground Up Cookery School. Discover how seasonality affects livestock, the importance of sustainability, and practical tips for cooking and foraging.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guests01:24 The Significance of LEAF Accreditation in Sustainable Farming02:21 Anna Blumfield on Deersbrook Farm and Grass-Fed Beef03:46 How Weather Affects Seasonal Livestock and Pasture Growth04:45 Seasonal Changes in Beef Flavour and Nutritional Content06:12 Regenerative Farming and Mob Grazing Techniques07:37 Breed Choices and the Benefits of Native British Cattle09:02 Challenges Facing British Farmers: Politics, Costs, and Imports12:20 Differences Between Commercial and Native Breed Beef13:48 The Use of Offal and Quirky Cuts in Restaurants18:55 The Ladies in Beef19:18 Celebrating Women in Meat and Farming22:11 Cooking with Beef and Supporting Women in Agriculture23:37 Lee Maycock on Tewinbury Farm and Cookery School26:55 Farm Sustainability and Self-Sufficiency at Tewinbury28:49 Seasonality and Foraging: What's Coming Up in Spring41:27 Foraging Tips: Edible Plants and Seaweed in Spring44:10 Seasonal Produce and Courses at Tewinbury Cookery School45:37 The Growing Interest in Sustainable and Seasonal Food47:29 Educational Opportunities and Future Trends in Food Education48:52 Fermentation Recipe: Pepper Dulse Seaweed in Honey50:17 Maximising British Produce and Reducing Waste55:27 Seasonal Fish and Sustainable Seafood Choices57:12 Upcoming Events and the Future of British Food FestivalsLEAF Accreditation - https://leaf.eco/Deersbrook Farm - https://www.deersbrookfarm.com/store/c1/grassfedbeefTewinbury Cookery School - https://www.tewinbury.co.uk/cookeryschool/Ladies in Beef - https://ladiesinbeef.co.ukGround Up Cookery School - https://www.groundupcookeryschool.co.uk/

Welcome to the third Get Seasonal edition of the Love British Food podcast!Graham and Ian are joined by foodies and chefs Colin, James and Nick to discusst the best end of autumn/early winter foods.

In the latest episode of our podcast, we delve into the fascinating world of British Food, exploring the vital connections between local sourcing, food security, and community integration. Host Derek Wright is joined by Nigel Murray, the managing director of Booths supermarket, who shares valuable insights from his extensive experience in the food industry. The episode opens with a monthly update from our resident farmer, Sam, who provides a glimpse into the challenges faced by farmers, including the importance of irrigation and the impact of weather on crop maintenance.We finish with Ben Bartlett's seasonal tips and tricks.** both Sam and Ben's pieces were recorded in August **Booths - https://www.booths.co.uk/

Join Graeme Collie, Ian Nottage, Jon Hammond, Jose Souto and Colin Wheeler-James for a second episode of ‘Get Seasonal‘ a special series which compliments our usual podcast. in this episode, find out how to make the most of the summer season.

In this episode, we hear from our Resident Farmer, Sam before diving into a conversation from when our host, Derek met Ben Ebbrell, Co-Founder of Sorted Food to discuss how important and impactful food education could be.Love British Food - www.lovebritishfood.co.ukSorted Food -main website - www.sortedfood.comYoutube - https://www.youtube.com/sortedfood Sam / Malbro Farms Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/people/Malbro-Farms-Ltd/100085554746155/?_rdrYoutube - https://www.youtube.com/@malbrofarmsSam's TIkTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@sammall10Mentioned in this episode CLINK - https://theclinkcharity.org/The Country Trust - https://countrytrust.org.uk/

Special Edition EpisodeIn this special edition of the Love British Food Podcast, we're learning how to 'Get Seasonal!'The Get Seasonal episodes will be hosted by Graeme Collie and Ian Nottage as an extra look into the seasonality of the food industryThese special edition episodes will be released throughout the year as the seasons change and will live alongside our main Love British Food podcasts on our feed.

In this episode, host Derek Wright sits down with Matthew Hitchen from Trevor’s Food Service, a family-run wholesaler based in Blackpool, to chat about the challenges and triumphs of supplying fresh, local produce and quality goods to businesses across the North West.But before we get to the warehouse floor, we kick things off with an update from our resident farmer Sam Mallinson of Malbro Farms, who shares what’s happening in the fields this season We wrap things up with Ben Bartlett, our seasonal food expert — who brings you the latest in what's fresh and tasty right now, plus his recipe of the month you won’t want to miss.---**Links & Mentions:**Trevor’s Food Service –(https://www.trevors.org- **Malbro Farms** – www.malbrofarms.co.uk- **Ben Bartlett (BBQ Ben)** – https://www.bbqben.co.uk**Follow us:** Instagram: [@lovebritishfood](https://www.instagram.com/lovebritishfood) Twitter: [@LoveBritishFood](https://twitter.com/LoveBritishFood) Website: [www.lovebritishfood.co.uk](https://www.lovebritishfood.co.uk)

Welcome back to the Love British Food Podcast!After a short time away, we're excited to continue sharing inspirational stories from passionate people who, to put it simply Love British Food!

Welcome to our Christmas 2024 episode of the Love British Food podcast!Join us as we chat with Richard Tomlinson from Turkey Time in Lancashire, who shares the meticulous process of raising turkeys for the big day. Our resident farmer, Sam, also updates us on the bustling activities at Malbro Farms during this busy time of year.We also have a special Christmas message from Alexia Robinson, the founder of Love British Food, reflecting on a successful year and exciting plans for the future. Plus, Ben Bartlett shares a delicious Christmas recipe to inspire your holiday cooking.LinksSam Mallinson/Malbro Farms https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=malbro%20farmshttps://malbrofarms.com/https://www.tiktok.com/@sammall10Richard Tomlinson/It's Turkey Timehttps://www.itsturkeytime.co.uk/https://www.facebook.com/itsturkeytime.co.ukBen's Recipe https://www.lovebritishfood.co.uk/recipes-ambassadors/ambassadors-glazed-cranberry-thyme-turkey%20breast%20steaks%20recipeChapters 00:00 Love British Food podcast celebrates the Christmas period with food tips and recipes01:26 Resident Farmer Sam Mallinson's update04:40 It's Turkey Time08:38 Bird Flu and it's devastating effects11:41 ItsTurkeyTime's customers13:32 Prepping the Turkeys on the farm17:07 Richard's history with the farm19:28 Christmas at Gracemire20:09 Love British Food founder Alexia Robinson wishes everyone a very happy Christmas22:15 Love British Food ambassador Ben Bartlet recommends seasonal fruits and vegetables for Christmas24:18 Derek's Christmas messageDon't forget to visit our website at Love British Food for more inspiration and stories.Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Welcome to this special edition of the Love British Food Podcast, inspired by the Farmer's Rally in London which Love British Food's Founder, Alexia Robinson and our Resident Farmer, Sam Mallinson attended on November 19th 2024.Thanks to all those who contributed to this episode, they are in order of appearance in the episode: Sam Mallinson - Malbro Farms and Love British Food's Resident FarmerTom Carlise (AKA Dales Farmer)Claire - Founder of Beaumont and BearEmma TremaineEden - Lancashire Lamb BoxesRowan - The Agrii WorldEmma FootJames CousinsKim Alexia Robinson - Founder of Love British Food

00:00 Introduction00:42 Sam's farming update08:11 Graham Collie, executive chef at King's College, London11:09 Graham's letter to wholesalers urging easy procurement of UK produce12:16 Spotlight on public sector catering22:07 Wholesalers important role in British food production29:00 Ben Bartlett's November food focus31:28 Ending notes

Don't forget, British Food Fortnight runs from 20th September to 6th October. For more information on how you can get involved, visit our website at Love British Food.LinksMalbro Farms - https://malbrofarms.com/Love British Food - lovebritishfood.co.ukOCS - https://ocs.com/uk/Pie Challenge - https://www.lovebritishfood.co.uk/great-british-pie-challengeMorrison's - https://www.lovebritishfood.co.uk/morrisons

This episode was recorded at the Great Yorkshire Show and Royal Lancashire Show.  The featured interview is with Bob Doherty from Fix Our Food who chats to Derek about educating Yorkshire’s children and beyond, regeneration farming and farmers and the public sector.  The interview is followed by short clips from the many food producers who exhibited at the Royal Lancashire Show discussing why we should be buying British produce. Don’t forget it is British Food Fortnight from 20th September to 6th October.  Find out how you can support this event here How to take part (lovebritishfood.co.uk)Ben Bartlett recipe this month is Vegan grilled Aubergine and foil wrapped sunchokes Chapters00:15 Introduction from Great Yorkshire Show01:35 Introduction to Bob Doherty02:01 Bob leads a large research programme funded by the UK government called fix our food03:39 Education work within Yorkshire06:27 What is regenerative farming and how is it being implemented09:27 Food policies13:48 Bob’s view of the Great Yorkshire Show15:40 Bob’s involvement with British Food Fortnight16:04 Interview clips from the Royal Lancashire Show and the producers response to why we should support British produce. 21:50 All you need to know about British Food Fortnight23:15 Ben Bartlett September produce and recipe for the month25:38 End piece

On this month's episode Derek Wright chats to Matt White OBE.  Matt has had an extensive career in university catering and also leads the public sector catering alliance as well as being heavily involved in TUCO, a leading industry body supporting in-house catering.  Listen to Derek and Matt discuss how he managed to embed British food on the menus at Reading University.  An inventive way to supply large quantities of milk to the many coffee shops on site at the universities plus how the catering team support students in trying new food and experimenting with cooking for the first time away from home. Ben Bartlett returns with a great tip on how to store fresh herbs and his recipe this month is a raspberry marinade. https://www.lovebritishfood.co.uk/recipes-ambassadors/ambassadors-raspberry-marinadeHere is the link to the report from the recent farm visit of public sector influences. Farm Visits for Caterers (lovebritishfood.co.uk)Chapters(00:00) Love British Food podcast features guest Matt White OBE from Reading University(01:11) Matt White is chair of the public sector Catering alliance(03:59) Reading University trying to encourage students to experiment with food.(09:24) Educating students about their food to make choices on what they eat(14:44) innovating ways to get produce for demand(19:19) Giving cooks pride in their work(24:06) British Food Fortnight reminder(25:25) Ben's recipe of the month(28:00) Closing piece from Derek

In this month's episode listen to host Derek Wright’s conversation with ​Chris ​Ross ​from ​Edinburgh ​City ​Council ​​about ​how ​local ​authorities ​deliver ​catering ​across ​the ​Highlands ​and ​Islands.  We discuss the challenges they face with being so remote, the many unique suppliers they work with, the food standard within schools in Scotland and food education.  Ben Bartlett will also be taking a look at what is in season in July plus a recipe suggestion.Link to Apricot Glazed Barbequed British Pork Leg https://www.lovebritishfood.co.uk/recipes-mains/main-apricot-glazed-pork-legChapters(00:00) Opening(00:36) Introduction(00:52) Chris's Introduction(02:23) Food culture in and around Edinburgh(05:03) Getting local food and ingredients on the menu(09:51) Overcoming challenges(11:37) Staffing as a major issue(16:31) Leading the way with sustainability in public sector procurement(19:01) Chris's involvement in catering for the State Funeral of HRH Queen Elizabeth II(22:32) School meal standards(26:15) Overcoming challenges continued(28:21) Using food as an investment(33:21) British food Fortnight will take place from 20 September to 6 October(34:03) Love British Foods Ben Bartlett has a list of in season produce(36:55) Ending

This episode focuses on education catering and Derek Wright is joined by Rob Cass from the Academy at OCS, Katherine Breckon development and training chef at North Yorkshire Council and Jacquie Blake OBE and former Chair of the Local Authority Caterers Association.  They discuss their work within education catering, why they care about sourcing British food and how they will be taking part in this year’s British Food Fortnight. Ben's recipe can be found here recipes-mains (lovebritishfood.co.uk)Chapters 00:00 Opening introduction01:09 Derek's introduction 03:20 Jacquie introduction04:36 Rob introduction 06:27 Kath introduction 07:58 Jacquie's OBE presentation09:46 Rob’s involvement with the chefs academy 12:39 The Fish and Ship festival in Whitby18:15 Jaque outlines the changes she has seen within the catering industry over time. 22:14 What’s OCS current development plan involves29:45 Love British Food Fortnight plans.34:09 Derek's summary of the interview and more information about British Food Fortnight35:50 Ben Bartlett ‘in season’ review and recipe. 38:34 Closing piece from Derek

Join the journey of the Love British Food podcast with host Derek Wright. In this opening episode, we hear from founder, Alexia Robinson as we uncover the campaign's 22-year history and its mission to bolster British food security through robust domestic markets. Learn about the heroes championing British cuisine in schools to a conversation with Tim Radcliffe from NHS kitchens, and how these efforts are more than just a celebration, but a vital movement for the nation's future.Chapters(00:00) Introduction(00:24) Alexia Robinson from Love British Food interview (14:10) Tim Radcliffe interview (26:35) Ben Bartlett (27:55) Ending commentsBen's recipe for British Lamb Grill for twoTransform traditional lamb chops with this simple marinade.•  4 British lamb loin chops (225g or 8oz)•  1 Tbsp low soy sauce•  2 tsp sesame oil•  1 chopped onion•  1 minced clove garlic•  2 tsp chopped ginger•  Pinch saltand pepperIn a shallow dish, whisk together the soy sauce, oil, onion, garlic, ginger and pepper.Add the lamb, turn to coat, and let the meat stand in the mixture for 10 minutes.Place the lamb on a greased grill over a medium-high heat.Cook for 5 to 7 minutes on each side for medium-rare or longer if desired.Season to taste.Recipe by Love British Food Director Ben Bartlett © 2024Blackpool Council school meals serviceHome :: East Lancashire Hospitals NHS TrustNHS Supply ChainDepartment of Health and Social Care - GOV.UKDepartment for Education - GOV.UKBritish Food FortnightLove British Food

This podcast is an opportunity to hear from those at the front line of producing and delivering sustainable British food supply chains in communities across the country. So many people have a story to tell and experiences to share - all united by a passion to reinvigorate our food system and get British food back onto the menu. We will be talking to industry people from farms, wholesalers and catering teams who bring this wonderful produce together.This is definitely a farm to fork story.