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Autumn and winter present special challenges for culturing. As the weather cools, the methods for keeping cultures at the proper temperature must also change and adapt especially here in the UK when the weather can change dramatically from one day to the next. Some cultures will actually behave differently during the winter even when the amount of light and heat are constant, they can change their shape, size and texture and you may notice that the taste also changes slightly. How Can You Keep the Cultures Warm Enough? There are a variety of ways to help keep cultures warm enough...

This vibrant coloured dip looks appetizing on any sharing table. We've opted for edamame beans instead of regular chickpeas, as they contains more protein and support muscles and the cardiovascular system (however chickpeas can be used instead). Adding our organic beetroot powder, rich in iron & nitrates, this dip is the best post workout snack. Dip in some raw carrot batons, celery sticks or even crunchy apple slices. Ingredients 200g edamame beans 1 teaspoon beetroot powder juice of half a lemon ½ teaspoon salt small bunch of fresh coriander ½ cup water 2 tablespoons olive oil   Method ...

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Anyone ferments knows the problems of fruit flies, they just love kombucha, kefir and fermenting vegetables. Covering your brew with a good tight weave cloth can help to keep the little critters out of your brew but how do you keep them away. Well.... It's crazy and we have absolutley no scientific evidence to back this up but we use this method and it works. That's all we can say. Place between 4 and 5 pennies in a bag of water (we like the zip lock bags as they are easier to seal but any clear plastic bag works). hang...

Soft cheese is a fantastically healthy cultured food that is as versatile as it is delicious. It is a high-moisture, spreadable cheese that is eaten fresh. Soft cheeses such as cream cheese, ricotta or mozzarella can easily be used in recipes, or dolloped on top of pasta, salad, or warm pitta or flat bread. These cheeses have a moist, creamy consistency and can flvoured with a wide range of possible additions to make the flavour your own. Fruit, nuts, veggies, herbs, or spices: anything can be added to a soft cheese to make spreads, dressings, toppings, or afternoon snacks. Making soft...