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Greetings from the Dales and Fells. Two weeks ago we launched publicly our traceability scheme, heralded by the unveiling of a huge QR code in our friend and supplier David Harrison's field, just north of Ripon and close to the beautiful Yorkshire valley of Nidderdale.....

A roast dinner used to be the focal point of the family week, ending the week with a hearty dinner together before another busy week ahead. But what happened to this English tradition and why are people opting for other dinners to fill a Sunday...

Knowing how long to defrost a turkey is an important part of preparing your perfect Christmas feast. Everybody loves roast potatoes, pigs in blankets and other trimmings, but it is the turkey that is the star of the show. Make sure your Christmas...

Our energy saving tips are here to help you cut down your usage whilst still eating well this season. This advice comes directly from the kitchen of our Executive Chef Jeff Baker. Jeff is Michelin...

Pressure cookers Vs slow cookers is a debate with passionate supporters on both sides. Both types of cooker are celebrated for being energy efficient and convenient. They also can both be used to create superb meals. But what is the difference, how...

If you have found yourself wondering "is slow cooking energy efficient" recently, you are not alone. With energy prices soaring, we are all looking for ways to cut down our usage. As the nights draw in and temperatures fall, slow cooking might be...

Meat provenance is a concept which is encroaching on more and more peoples' radars. Too often overlooked in the past, an increasing number of consumers are growing to appreciate the benefits of knowing exactly what type of meat they are eating and...

Before Japanese wagyu beef is awarded its grade, a number of measurements and observations are made to determine the quality of the wagyu beef. Yield is measured and the quality is determined after the...

Meat traceability is a concept which is becoming increasingly discussed. While it has long been a consideration for those at Farmison & Co, meat traceability has only recently emerged on most consumers' radars. In this quick guide, we'll help...

Greetings from the Yorkshire Dales. At the top of Nidderdale, close to our base in Ripon, the grass is lime green and crisscrossed by dry stone walls. The troubles of the world seem very far away. The sturdy walls and barns as well as the abundant...