Here at Unicorn we put a lot of effort into sourcing the freshest possible fruit and vegetables, and further effort into storing them appropriately so that they reach you in the best condition. Having taken the produce home, there are a few extra things that you can do to keep it at its best. If… Read More »
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Using tops and stalks!
Get the most out of your veg… Stalks, outer leaves and leafy tops of vegetables are packed with nutrition and flavour, and should not just be relegated to your compost bin. You pay for most veg by weight, so it makes sense to eat as much of it as possible. Here are some ideas of… Read More »
Using whole grains
Why whole grains? Whole grains offer so much more than a little extra fibre! We have chosen to focus our offer on whole grains because these humble foods are incredibly rich. A good whole grain may provide all the protein you need in a meal, not to mention a lovely balance of vitamins, minerals &… Read More »
Veg news 19th September
The veg range is fit to burst with UK produce at the moment. Sweetcorn is still going strong and the UK apple and squash ranges are expanding daily – expect UK butternut squash soon too. Kale offers good value and is available from lots of different farms in various forms – each distinctly different. Russian… Read More »
NEWFIELDS ORGANICS
Newfields Organics is now run by Rosemary Wass since the death of her husband and partner Howard in 2007. The farm lies high on the southern edge of the North York Moors in the North of England. At an altitude of 650ft above sea level, this must be one of the highest organic farms in… Read More »
Good Stuff!
Look out for the pink ‘Good Stuff’ apple on products around the shop indicating some of our favourite products and suppliers. They’ve been chosen for lots of different reasons, but they’re the kind of companies we are particularly proud to be involved with and are doing business in a way that we would like to… Read More »