christmas is just around the corner: introducing co-op's festive irresistible range.

Christmas spices, mince pies, mulled wine and lots of cheese... Christmas is just the best time for food. Party food in particular is always a treat! I love a good spread of festive favourites, ready to delve into whilst catching up with friends and family. I went along to discover what's in store for Central England Co-op for the merriest of seasons - and had my first mince pie of 2016. (Well, that's assuming I haven't forgotten about all the leftovers I ate back in January). 

Like Co-op shops themselves, the lovely team have aptly opted for the tagline "Christmas is just around the corner." And it's true, December 25th really is just around the corner. I for one can't wait to open the first door on my advent calendar...

fresh quality always at the co-op.

Fresh, quality, always. With more of us mindful of getting that all important 5-a-day, it’s fantastic news that the Co-op are pledging to cut their prices on fresh produce. The key is to provide fresh fruit and vegetables daily, that are both fab quality and at a much more competitive price. 

They’ll also be an extra special “Fresh 3” that are especially low in price; this week being lettuce, cucumber and carrots. 39p for a cucumber? Not bad, eh. Plus with a Co-op in every postcode (yes every postcode – I did not know this!) they’ll also be that extra little bit of convenience. Whilst I do love a farmer’s market, they just aren’t open as often as I need for a weekly or daily shop. I went along to the Cropwell Bishop store in Nottinghamshire to check out the produce and see what tasty meal I could rustle up with this week’s deals…