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Living Wage Week 2022
Essential Trading are proud to be a Living Wage employer and we believe it's now more important than ever to pay employees the National Living Wage.
Essential Trading are proud to be a Living Wage employer and we believe it's now more important than ever to pay employees the National Living Wage.
Himalayan Black Salt (also known as kala namak) is a popular vegan ingredient. It adds an eggy taste which makes it perfect for tofu scrambles.
In our third episode of #SupportOurIndependents, Lee sat down with Alwen from Iechyd Da @ CF14. She spoke about the importance of locally supplied food, what the local community means to them and what is was like to be open during the height of the COVID pandemic.
Read about the fantastic work that FareShare South West have been doing this year and Essential’s involvement.
Important update regarding the pricing of Essential branded tinned tomatoes, passata and tomato concentrate.
We have started a new campaign to raise awareness of great independent businesses near you. We’ll be showcasing exactly what they have to offer, celebrating what it means to be a local independent business, what makes them flourish, and the wonderful people that help to make their communities a better place.
Here at Essential Trading, we're shining a spotlight on the meat-free alternative everyone is talking about. Make a deal with the devil himself and experiment with versatile new recipes that are guaranteed to impress at the dinner table.
Following a two-year hiatus due to Covid, one of the world's largest and most renowned organic food festivals once again returned to London's Excel in April. As certified organic pioneers, Essential have historically featured at the event and 2022 was no exception. Customers, guests and simply those wishing to learn more about the sector and try some of our produce were treated over the two-day event.
With winter fading and the first signs of spring beginning to show, it’s time to put on your gardening glad rags and hit the allotment again (unless you’re the hard core bunch who’ve not stopped visiting throughout the winter.. in which case, carry on!). The ground has been hard for months and it may have seemed like nothing would ever grow again. But fear not, the soil begins to warm up a little during February and it is actually a great time to get your fingers green (and brown) once more. But what to do and where to look..?
This Valentine’s Day, a new controversial TV advert, created by vegan charity Viva!, will premier on Channel 4 and its associated networks.
It's round two of green energy solutions for Essential Trading!
Read about the indigenous people of the Chiapas, their struggles for equality and the fine blend of coffee that is one result.
Want to know what's going to be trending in the food sector in 2022? The rise in vegan and vegetarian dishes and produce is set to continue and Essential will be there to support your dietary requirements!
Just what is Veganuary?! Join the growing number in the plant-based diet campaign, now in its 8th successful year. Details on how to subscribe (for free!) and what it's all about..
Essential's 40 year relationship with Ecover has recently been reviewed following the manufacturer's update on their GMO-free products.
Essential visit Devon-based pie producer extraordinaire, Clive's Pies. With a recent re-brand and exciting new recipes on offer, we were blown away by the bakery, staff, produce and all things pie!
1 in 20 homes in Bristol can’t access enough good quality food to stay healthy and the problem is growing rapidly this winter. Community food projects are working to tackle food insecurity in areas facing the greatest disadvantages but they need funding and support to continue their work.
First vegan contestant features on the flagship Channel 4 show
60% of food industry emissions come from meat – twice as much as plants
After 32-years with Essential Trading, we mourn the passing of our friend and wonderful Buyer, Jaspa Beese
Essential trading have been a key supporter in the Bristol Local Food Fund's campaign to tackle food insecurity in the city.
Essential Trading have enjoyed a close working relationship with The Vegan Society for many years. Essential's vegan products have certification from the educational charity and we are keen to shout about their work. The following report is just one fine example.
The Soil Association's Organic September month is back again, bigger and better than ever before.
Bristol's sustainable food leaders and organisations steer the city to victory with the aid of Essential Trading.
As milk alternatives increase in popularity, read about one product making waves.