World Carfree Day 2011
Every September 22nd people from around the world get together in the streets and neighbourhood blocks to remind the world that we don't have to accept our car-dominated society. We hope to see you on the streets!
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Sweet 'n' Spicy Bangers and Mash
A recipe that had to be included in any countdown of favourite sausage dishes, Sweet 'n' Spicy Bangers and Mash uses pork and chilli sausages, five spice, star anise, plums and pumpkin mash and is the perfect combination of Autumn flavours.
The Greatest Sausage Hits - Remixed
The most hotly anticipated food event of the year, the legendary British Sausage Week 2011, launches on Monday 31st October. Now in its 14th incredible year, British Sausage Week is celebrating the legend that is the great British sausage, with a competition for butchers, supermarkets and chefs to enter their Legendary British Bangers.
International Day of Peace
September 21st 2011 marks the 30th anniversary of the International Day of Peace. As we begin to countdown to the observance, we pay tribute to the many civil society activists who lent the strength of their imagination to the institution of this Day.
Geetie Singh's Port Stewed Damsons and Blackberries with Vanilla Shortbread
Quintessential British fruits, damsons and blackberries - and stewing in port with shortbread couldn’t celebrate that more. Double the shortbread mix to keep some for the next day or two.
Valentine Warner's Courgette Soup with Chard Bruschetta Tarragon and Lemon
"So often I get asked what to do with the glut of courgettes that fill a grower's arms, apron or basket. Here is a recipe based on a soup that I ate in Italy. It was so good I ordered it again that night (I ate in that same restaurant for dinner after a long circular walk that conveniently brought me back to its front door)". - Valentine Warner.