Covid-19: Drinkers in tier two ‘could order Scotch egg’ as substantial meal
Drinkers in tier two areas of England could order a Scotch egg with their pint to keep in line with post-lockdown rules, a cabinet minister has said. BBC News reports that under new restrictions from Wednesday, pubs in those high risk areas can only open if they...This year’s top supermarket mince pies have been announced – and the winner may surprise you
Tasters have been casting their verdicts after sampling the different Christmas food offerings from 13 supermarkets. Silver Surfers reports that supermarkets at opposite ends of the price spectrum have had their products named best buys for the festive season in an...Pumpkin farmers are reporting roaring sales as people fall in love with the versatile squash
This autumn in particular pumpkin-picking has emerged as a Covid-safe outdoor activity for families. It is no exaggeration to say that 2020 has been a catastrophic year for plenty of industries. However, Inews reports that one group of people celebrating this autumn...How Britain’s allotment keepers have been feeding food banks through lockdown
A network of food groups in communities in London, Manchester and beyond have been providing fresh produce to those in need. Inews reports that more than 50 allotment groups across Britain donated tonnes of fresh fruit and vegetables to struggling food banks over...English vineyards expect vintage year thanks to the ‘right weather in the right order’
Sunny spring, wet August and Indian summer combine to result in an early grape harvest. Inews reports that an early spring heatwave, refreshing August rain and a mini heat wave this month had led to a vintage year for England’s wine producers who believe they will...Ourplace News
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