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MIDWEEK HERB 🌿 BASIL Have you enjoyed the magic of fresh basil in your cooking? Whether it's adding a touch to your pasta, a sprinkle on your pizza, or blending into a homemade pesto, basil's flavour and aroma are simply unbeatable. Try a Barbarella BEETS quick and delicious meal of a basil, bacon, and avocado wrap. The combination of crispy bacon, creamy avocado, and fresh basil is just perfect. Give it a try and let me know what you think! 🥓🥑🌯 For more Mid Week Spice/Herb news follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and our WhatsApp number channel. To find out more about our catering options check out our bio link https://linktr.ee/barbarellabeets.

Top Tip Tuesday - Keep Your Knives Sharp and Safe! ✨🔪 Did you know that a sharp knife is actually safer than a dull one? 🧐 HERE’S WHY: 🔪 Precision and Control: Sharp knives make clean, precise cuts, reducing the risk of slips and accidental injuries. 🔪 Efficiency: Save time and effort with each slice, making meal prep a breeze. 🍎🥕 🔪 Preserve Food Quality: A sharp blade cuts cleanly, preserving the texture and flavour of your ingredients. 🔪 Longevity: Regular sharpening extends the life of your knives, ensuring they stay in top condition for years. Don’t wait until your knife is dull and dangerous. Keep it sharp, stay safe, and enjoy the art of cooking! 🧑‍🍳🗡️ For more top tips follow us on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn. Plus learn knife skills at our Cook Club Masterclasses To find out more about our catering options check out our bio link https://linktr.ee/barbarellabeets. Contact Shona Thomson at Barbarella BEETS on 07734 842015 or email [email protected]

Top Tip Tuesday - Don’t bin chicken bones - RECIPE BELOW Instead turn them into a delicious homemade soup! Here’s how: 🪄 Step 1: Make the Stock • Pick off any leftover chicken and set aside. • Cover the bones with cold water, add a couple of peppercorns, a crushed garlic clove, and a piece of ginger. • Simmer gently for 45 minutes, then strain. 🍲 Step 2: Make Chicken & Sweetcorn Soup You’ll need: • A bunch of spring onions, finely sliced • 1 cup of sweetcorn • 3 tbsp rice flour mixed with 6 tbsp water (or cornflour) • Chicken, finely sliced • 1 tbsp light soy sauce • 1 egg, lightly beaten ✨ Method: 1. Strain your stock and season. 2. Add the sweetcorn, spring onions, and chicken. Bring to a simmer. 3. Stir in the rice flour mix to slightly thicken. 4. Swirl the pan, then pour the beaten egg in slowly while spinning the liquid for that classic soup texture. 🌿 Garnish with spring onions and enjoy a warming, wholesome bowl of goodness! Let us know if you try this – we’d love to see your creations! 👩‍🍳

🔪 The Perfect Way to Prep Ginger – With a Knife! 🌱 When it comes to peeling ginger, using a sharp knife is the way to go. 👉 Precision: A knife lets you scrape the skin off easily, giving you better control over the process. 👉 Quick & Effective: It’s fast and works well, even on those tricky, bumpy spots. 👉 Confidence in the Kitchen: Using a knife feels professional and helps sharpen your skills. Perfectly prepped ginger is a game-changer in recipes – from bold curries to refreshing marinades. Do you use a knife for your ginger, or do you have another method? Let us know! 🍛👇 #BarbarellaBeets #KnifeSkills #CookingHacks #FreshFlavours

Seasonal Sunday Family Meal Idea for January January calls for hearty, warming meals to bring the family together, and nothing says comfort like a Slow-Braised Beef Stew with Winter Veggies. Perfect for those cosy Sundays when you just want to hunker down and enjoy great food with loved ones. Here’s how to create the ultimate winter feast: 🍲 Main Dish: • Slow-Braised Beef Stew: Use tender cuts like chuck or brisket, seasoned and seared for that golden crust. Add onions, garlic, and a splash of red wine or ale for depth, then toss in hearty winter vegetables like carrots, parsnips, and swede. Let it simmer low and slow with beef stock, fresh thyme, and a bay leaf until the beef is melt-in-your-mouth tender. 🥕 Sides: • Mashed Root Veggies: Swap out regular mash for a mix of potato, turnip, and parsnip mashed together with a knob of butter and a splash of cream. • Wilted Greens: Lightly sauté kale or cabbage with garlic and a squeeze of lemon for a fresh, zesty contrast. 🥖 The Essential Bread: Serve with warm, crusty bread or homemade soda bread for soaking up all that rich stew gravy. 🍎 Dessert Idea: Finish the meal with a Spiced Apple and Pear Crumble topped with oats and a touch of cinnamon, served with custard or cream. It’s the perfect seasonal treat to round off a comforting Sunday meal. What better way to embrace the chilly January vibes than with this family favourite? Gather around the table and let the flavours of winter take centre stage! Follow Barbarella BEETS on social media, email [email protected] or visit https://linktr.ee/barbarellabeets for all the latest news and top tips from BB HQ.

🌟 Top Tip Tuesday For Using Up Brussel Sprouts Got a fridge full of leftover Brussels sprouts from Christmas? Don’t bin them—turn them into something fabulous! 🎉 BRUSSELS SPROUT KIMCHI 🎉 Here’s how to whip up this zingy, delicious recipe that will brighten up your meals for weeks: Ingredients: • 200g Brussels sprouts (finely shredded) • 1 bunch spring onions (finely sliced) • 1 carrot (grated) • 1 red chilli (finely chopped) • 1 bunch coriander (finely chopped – top tip: chop once finely! Over-chopping will make it mushy and taste muddy) • 4 cloves garlic (finely chopped) • 4” ginger (grated or finely chopped) • 100ml light soy sauce • 40ml sesame oil Method: Mix everything together, pop it into a sealed jar, and store it in your fridge. This kimchi will last for weeks, developing even more flavour over time! Serving Suggestions: • Add a dollop alongside a perfectly seared steak or fish with jasmine rice 🍚 • Enjoy it as a tangy, spicy snack on its own—it’s seriously addictive! Don’t let those sprouts go to waste. Give this a go, and thank us later! 😉 Follow Barbarella BEETS on social media, email [email protected] or visit https://linktr.ee/barbarellabeets for all the latest news from BB HQ.

✨ Happy Hogmanay from Barbarella BEETS! ✨ Wishing you a night filled with joy, laughter, and good company as we ring in the New Year. Here’s to a fantastic 2025, brimming with happiness, health, and plenty of delicious moments! Thank you for being part of our journey – we can’t wait to share more with you in the year ahead. Slàinte Mhath! 🥂

🥗 A Heartfelt Thank You to All Our Barbarella BEETS Customers in 2024! 🥗 As the year comes to a close, we want to take a moment to thank every single one of you for supporting Barbarella Beets in 2024. ✨ Whether you joined us for a corporate event, a family gathering, a retreat, or came to our supper clubs your smiles, kind words, and love for fresh, flavour-packed food have meant the world to us. Your support not only fuels our passion but also helps us collaborate with incredible local traders and give back to our community in meaningful ways. Here’s to a delicious 2025 filled with more gatherings, laughter, and, of course, amazing food! 🍴💚 With gratitude, Shona and the Barbarella Beets Team

Top Tip Tuesday: Zesting with a Grater Want to get the perfect zest for your recipes without making a mess? Here’s a quick and easy trick that’ll save you time and effort! 1️⃣ Place a sheet of greaseproof paper on your worktop. 2️⃣ Hold your grater at an angle over the paper. 3️⃣ Gently rub the citrus fruit (orange, lemon, lime—you name it!) against the fine side of the grater. 4️⃣ The zest will fall neatly onto the greaseproof paper, ready for you to scoop up and sprinkle into your recipe! This little hack keeps your worktop clean and ensures no precious zest goes to waste. Perfect for adding a zingy touch to cakes, salads, or marinades. 🍊✨ For more top tips follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Contact Shona at Barbarella BEETS – full contact details and sample menus available to download here https://linktr.ee/barbarellabeets

SHARE YOUR COOKING & FOOD TOP TIPS WITH US Hello, Barbarella BEETS Followers! We love seeing all the creative dishes and culinary adventures you embark on. Now, we're inviting you to share your best food and cooking tips with us! Whether it's a secret ingredient that transforms a dish, a time-saving kitchen hack, or a family recipe passed down through generations, we want to hear it all. Here are a few ideas to get you started: ⭐️ Secret Ingredients Do you have a go-to spice or special ingredient that elevates your meals? Share it with us! 🌟 Time-Saving Hacks Busy schedule? Let us know your best shortcuts for quick and delicious meals. 🌟 Meal Prep Tips How do you plan and prepare your meals for the week? Your strategies could help others stay organised and eat healthier. 🌟 Cooking Techniques From perfecting a sear to mastering the art of baking, share the techniques that make your dishes stand out. 🌟 Family Recipes Do you have a cherished recipe that's been in your family for years? We'd love to hear the story and the recipe behind it. Post your tips, photos, and stories here and let's inspire each other to cook and eat better every day. Don't forget to use the hashtag #BarbarellaBeetsTips so everyone can easily find and enjoy your contributions. Give us a call to chat about how Barbarella BEETS can assist with all your corporate catering needs. Contact Shona Thomson at Barbarella BEETS 📞 07734 842015 📧 [email protected] 🌐www.linktr.ee/barbarellabeets

🚶‍♀️🌄 Trek Total Update! 🌄🚶‍♀️ We’re thrilled to share that the trek with OceanVertical has now raised an incredible £6,739 for Dunbar FoodShare 🎉 While Shona takes some well-deserved time to recover from her amazing adventure, we wanted to keep the momentum going and say a huge thank you to everyone who has supported so far. 🙌 But we’re not done yet! Every donation makes a difference to our local community. If you’d like to contribute, please use the link below to help us push this total even higher! DONATE HERE: https://linktr.ee/barbarellabeets Let’s keep the generosity flowing – together, we’re making a real impact. ❤️

🌄 Support Shona’s Trek for Dunbar Foodshare! 🌄 Shona is still on her incredible journey up the Mardi Himal, pushing through every step to support Dunbar Foodshare. Thanks to your kindness and generosity, we’ve already raised an amazing £6,659! Let’s keep the support going and help her reach the finish line—both on the mountain and with our fundraising goal. 🌟 💙 Donate & Support Shona’s Journey: https://linktr.ee/barbarellabeets Every penny counts! Let’s help Shona make a lasting impact! 🏔️💪