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Spring Healthy Foods: getting the most out of the season’s natural produce.

Spring has sprung and that means a change in some foods that we should eat to keep us healthy throughout this new season.

HEALTHY HALLOWEEN PLATTER BY KATE DEVINE

Healthy Halloween platter and October Wellness  It’s Halloween month! I’m already stocking up on decorations and costumes for the younger boys (the oldest is too cool for school these days and would definitely not wear a halloween costume) and...

TASTY GARLIC AND HERB SALMON PASTA BY SIMON WOOD

Looking for a quick, low budget, yet delicious dish to cook for the family this weekend? Try this tasty Garlic and Herb Salmon Pasta by Master chef winner and Award winning Wood Restaurants owner – Simon Wood.

AUNTIE CATH’S SWEET POTATO SHEPHERD’S PIE

SWEET POTATO SHEPHERD'S PIEOur #HenchShepherdsPie 1 ½ lbs minced beef1-2 tablespoons butter1 onion, chopped2 carrots, chopped2 leeks 6 oz mushrooms, sliced2 teaspoons minced garlic3 tablespoons low sugar ketchup 3 tablespoons natural B Worcestershire sauce2 cups...

SIMON WOOD’S FAMILY BBQ: VIMTO SWEET & SOUR HANGER STEAK KEBABS

Today I’m going to focus on the Summer, the smell of a barbeque and dinner in the garden. And a recipe you can get the kids involved making: VIMTO SWEET & SOUR HANGER STEAK KEBABS

Christmas Trimmings Recipes

Our fine food columnist; Wood Restaurant owner and MasterChef Winner Simon Wood shares his best recipes for the all important Christmas Dinner

SIMON WOOD’s WEEKEND FAKE-AWAY: Naantastic’ Rarebit with Bombay Taters & Curry Sauces

SIMON WOOD'S FAKEAWAYBY SIMON WOOD OF WOOD MANCHESTER AND WoodKraft Cheltenham. IMAGES © TOM PITPIELD FOR BROOD MAGAZINEThere’s no harm in having a little bit of a treat now and then, what’s that saying? ‘Everything in Moderation, including moderation.’ Well, I’m no...

Auntie Cath’s Energy boosting flapjacks

This month’s recipe is one of my absolute favourites - Auntie Cath’s energy-boosting flapjacks. They’re super healthy and kids are going to love making them. They’re fab for lunch boxes, and you can freeze them! Catherine Tyldesley (or Auntie Cath as she’s often...

Dining Table Date Night – Ox Cheek Tagliatelle with Simon Wood

SIMON WOOD COOKS Ox Cheek Tagliatelle| SIMON WOOD OF WOOD MANCHESTER AND WoodKraft Cheltenham. IMAGES © BROOD MAGAZINE "POUR YOURSELF A GLASS OF SOMETHING YOU ENJOY, POP ON YOUR FAVOURITE MUSIC TO UNWIND TO AND START TO COOK..." Welcome back to Brood food, Last time...

CHRISTMAS DAY RECIPES – SIMON WOOD

Restauranteur. Culinary Expert and MasterChef Winner shares his best recipes for the all important Christmas Dinner this Christmas.

Veggie Egg Muffins & sweet oat muffins recipe by Kate Devine

This month, I’ve put together a sweet and savoury, easy-to-make, breakfast recipe to enjoy on Mother’s Day morning (or any morning for that matter) made by whoever, for whatever reason you want!

Salmon and Chorizo Kebabs with a Tamari Glaze by Kate devine

Let's TALK HOLIDAY AND EXERCISE I’m lucky enough to be writing this months article while still on my holiday in Spain. I get asked a lot by clients and friends about how to stay healthy but still enjoy yourself while away; and to avoid the guilty...

KATE DEVINE’S FRO-YO BERRY CUPCAKES AND CORONATION DESSERT FRUIT KEBABS

Some super tasty red, white and blue sweet treats for you to enjoy while watching King Charles’ Coronation (or not, if you’re not a big royalist – these healthy treats go just was well with a Netflix series or as something to do with your family!).

Auntie Cath Cooks

Cath’s other huge passion in life is Food! After study nutrition on maternity leave with her first child- Caths enthusiasm for food grew. Especially nutritious, budget friendly, tasty family meals. We’re thrilled to bits to have Cath join us and share her knowledge and passion! You’re in for a treat with Auntie Caths recipes!

BLUEBERRY DUMP CAKE & FIZZY FESTIVE FRUIT COCKTAIL CUBES BY KATE DEVINE

I love everything about this time of year. The preparing, the celebrating, the socialising, the woolly jumpers, the cosy nights in watching ‘I’m a celebrity’ religiously for 3 whole weeks! What’s not to love?! Talking of preparing, this the week I’ve been thinking of...

KATE DEVINE’S: Pink NO BAKE RASPBERRY & CHOCOLATE ENERGY BARS

BARBIE MOVIE HEALTHY SNACKS With the New Barbie Movie turning all things Pink. We thought it would be a good way to reintroduce Kate Devine's No Bake Pink Healthy Energy Bars to make with your little ones over the summer hols. ********* Updated: July 2023 I’m sure...

Kate’s Summer Seasonal foods and her easy Jersey Royal New Potato Salad with Pesto, Peas and Broccoli recipe

SUMMER SEASONAL FOODS I don’t know about you guys but I’m so ready for the summer! With the change in season happening this month, it got me thinking about seasonal foods. There are many benefits to choosing foods that are in season… Becoming at one with nature! It...

Auntie Cath Cooks: Honey Soy Salmon with Thai Salad

Honey Soy Salmon with Thai Salad! I needed to use up some veg in the fridge. I hate waste!! So if it needs using throw it in!! Julienne (ish) your veg (posh word for chopping veg into long thin strips) However- to add bulk and noodle type vibes I #spiralized a...

Improve your Mood with your Food

October, the month of spookiness and seasonal changes. I can’t tell you how many time I’ve discussed the weather with clients over the past month. A strange sentence to begin with, I know, but bear with… There’s been a definite shift in temperature and autumnal days…

Auntie Cath Cooks Tandoori-Spiced Monkfish

Auntie Cath Cooks Tandoori-Spiced Monkfish by Catherine Tyldesley

Improve your Mood with your Food

Improve your Mood with your Food

October, the month of spookiness and seasonal changes. I can’t tell you how many time I’ve discussed the weather with clients over the past month. A strange sentence to begin with, I know, but bear with… There’s been a definite shift in temperature and autumnal days…

Leftover Easter Chocolate BARK Smash!

Leftover Easter Chocolate BARK Smash!

I just wanted to share a little recipe that I’ve made with my kids, to get rid of the left over Easter egg chocolate that sits in the cupboard calling your name every time you walk past! It’s a chocolate bark smash full of lots of healthy ingredients that the kids will love to add along the way.

Auntie Cath Cooks

Auntie Cath Cooks

Cath’s other huge passion in life is Food! After study nutrition on maternity leave with her first child- Caths enthusiasm for food grew. Especially nutritious, budget friendly, tasty family meals. We’re thrilled to bits to have Cath join us and share her knowledge and passion! You’re in for a treat with Auntie Caths recipes!