Last month, I cooked at the Wakelyns Dal Festival. This was not a paid gig, nor was it competitive. I wanted to get involved simply because I absolutely love dal, local organic food, and wanted to support a brilliant local…
Due to losing my frozen stock, I’m closing the deli this week. This is my busiest week, and I rely on it to pay my rent. But for my own health and well-being, I’m closing the deli. I also need…
My son Louie has been looking for work. But with no work available for young people, especially outside of Norwich, I told him I’d create a job for him and try opening the deli on Saturdays. For this to work…
I started trading at farmer’s markets in 2014, and back then all I sold was vegetarian curries and extra items such as cultured dairy-free cheese, seed crackers, and this delicious Mushroom and lentil Pate. The extras I sold were wholesome,…
Whenever there’s a fifth weekend there are normally no markets. And when these rare weekends become available I like to go somewhere with Louise and my dog. This coming weekend is no exception because several months ago I booked a…
I’ve decided to cook my family a nut roast this Christmas. I do love a good nut roast. But it has to be exceptionally good, with a high ratio of chestnuts, mushrooms, mixed nuts, and cranberries. This year I’m cooking…
I’ve decided to treat myself, Louise, and our children to a short break after what’s been an amazingly busy summer. Cooking so much food on my own, and keeping to such high standards does eventually mean I have to take…
Moving forward can be scary. But as a small business owner I’m more scared of not moving forward. I’m still motivated to expand my business and create new opportunities. From next week onwards, I’m opening my deli three days a…
Hi folks. I’ve finally set dates for the next three supper clubs. I’m also planning a secret menu supper club on Saturday the 28th September. The suppers are limited to approximately 16 covers. Every evening offers something a little different.…
In June Louise and I are off to the Lake District for a well earned rest. We’re going for one week, so the deli will only be closed on Friday 28th June, plus there won’t be a delivery service on…
