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Lisa's Larder - Milford on Sea

May 24, 2013 at 10am to May 25, 2013 at 3pm – Aubrey Farm, Keyhaven Road, MOS

Feed and Diseases - Free Session

June 8, 2013 from 10am to 12pm – Patricks Patch

Roydon Woods - Woodfair and Local Produce

June 9, 2013 from 11am to 4pm – Roydon Woods Nature Reserve

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Lisa's Larder - Milford on Sea at Aubrey Farm, Keyhaven Road, MOS

May 24, 2013 at 10am to May 25, 2013 at 3pm

The shop will be open again next week on Friday 24th and Saturday 25th May 10am - 3pmLets hope that the sunshine of the last bank holiday weekend returns for next weekend and we can all get our BBQ's out. With this in mind I have been busy with Gavin, our butcher, making Burgers with our Dexter Beef and the first batch of Lisa's Larder sausages from Tatchbury pork. It is our aim to come up with a range of really tasty traditional and innovative recipes using only the best natural ingredients.…See More

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Lisa's Larder - Milford on Sea
May 24, 2013 at 10am to May 25, 2013 at 3pm
Minstead Seed Seedling Plant Swap
May 18, 2013 from 10am to 12pm
Future Farms Shop - Martin
May 18, 2013 from 9:30am to 12pm

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Sinless Sweets and Juicy Treats at Minstead Study Centre

June 22, 2013 from 2pm to 4:30pm

Fancy a chocolate brownie for breakfast?Do you think a juice has to be in a carton to be sweet enough?Come and witness and taste the health giving benefits of raw food desserts and juices. Jude ‘Judelicious’ Shaw and Richard Barnett will prepare and share a wide variety of sweets, cakes and juices all with one thing in common….. all are vegan and have not seen the inside of an oven so that they are bursting with healthy enzymes and goodness.You’ll get to watch the preparation process, learn…See More

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Minstead Apple Day at Minstead Village Green

September 28, 2013 from 11am to 4pm

Expert Apple Identifcation - find out your varietyApple pressing and cider making demonstrationsApple art and apple games for the familyApple Cake competitionBuskers and storytellingTea and cakesBeer and cider festival at the Trusty ServantCookery demonstrations, trees for saleand last but not at all least - a Food Challenge stall See More

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Milford Makers at Milford Community Centre

May 6, 2013 from 10:30am to 4pm

Milford Makers event is now full of local talent. We have a great variety of local makers; including authors, artists, photographers, jewellers, bakers, textile makers, craft makers, chocolatiers, aromatherapy makers and more. Please make sure you invite all your family and friends to come and enjoy this event and get involved in lots of 'making' activities.Monday 6th May10.30am - 4pmMilford on Sea Community Centre(While you are in Milford on Bank Holiday, you will not fail to notice the May…See More

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Roydon Woods - Woodfair and Local Produce at Roydon Woods Nature Reserve

June 9, 2013 from 11am to 4pm

the 6th Woodfair and local produce market at the Trust’s Roydon Woods Nature Reserve near Brockenhurst. Woodland products ranging from charcoal to hurdles will be for sale on the day and there will be plenty of opportunity to have a go at woodland crafts. Come and find out about woods and their management. Lots of locally produced food and products will be on sale and a wide variety of children’s activities will be laid on. Plenty of parking at Roydon Woods Reserve, off Sandy Down, Setley,…See More

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Roydon Woods - Woodfair and Local Produce at Roydon Woods Nature Reserve

June 9, 2013 from 10am to 4pm

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Hale Market - Monthly at Hale Village Hall

June 15, 2013 from 9am to 12pm

Hale Market is on the third Saturday of every month, 9am to 12 noon.Local food for local people - New Forest Marque producers - Meat – Fish - Cheese – Eggs - Bread - Seasonal vegetables & fruit - Honey - Preserves – Flowers - Homemade Produce - Refreshments For more information call 01725 510577or email pdownard@lineone.net See More

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VOTE for the best in Hampshire

I am delighted to announce that Spice ‘n’ Easy has been nominated in this year’s Hampshire Life Food & Drink Awards and I am hoping to make it on to the short list of finalists. To help in this endeavour I would be most grateful if you would add your voice to the nominations received so far. This takes a little time but if you enjoy Spice ‘n’ Easy produce and can find a moment it would be much appreciated;Go to …See More

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Can you help on the stall?

Hi allCan you help us?The Food Challenge have booked a stall at the New Forest Spring Fair on Sunday 5th May.We will running a very activity led stall, with lots of seed planting, poem writing and pot making.We have the stall booked from 9 am - 5pm and would like to split that into 3 shifts of 3 hours.9am -12 noon11.45 - 2.45pm2.30 - 5.30 pm (including a bit of clearing up)If you would like to join us on the stall of a while, we would appreciate some help. Please let me know if you can help…See More

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Lisa's Larder - Milford on Sea
April 26, 2013 at 10am to April 27, 2013 at 3pm
New Forest Spring Fair
May 5, 2013 from 9am to 5pm

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"Get your free wildflower seeds this Sunday (14th) with the Daily MIrror from your local Co-op http://ning.it/ZOwMHA"

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Future Farms, Martin - Shop and Onion Help Required at Martin Village Hall

March 30, 2013 from 9:30am to 12:30pm

Just to remind you that we will have fresh lamb for sale at the Futurefarms market this weekend. We will have a selection of joints, diced and minced lamb. The most popular cuts always go fast, so if you would like to put in an order you can send an email to sales@futurefarms.org.ukor phone 07005 805 519.Can you help us to plant our onions? If you have an hour or two to spare this Saturday morning then please come to Drove End field from 10am…See More

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WANTED: Arnewood School need some Gardening Tools

Hi, allDoes anyone have any spare gardening tools that they could donate to Arnewood School in New MIlton? There are a number of 11 and 12 year old starting to get interested in growing their own food and are looking for some basic tools to help them.Trowels, spades, seed trays etc...If you have anything to offer, please drop them into the school for the attention of Nick Cooke.Very many thanksSarahSee More

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How to plant seeds in a basic seed tray

Want to know how to plant seeds in a basic seed tray? Find out how here. Go to our website www.getintogardening.co.uk for hints and tips, seasonal calendars,...

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Early Season Plot Preparation - Free Session at Patricks Patch

March 16, 2013 from 10am to 12pm

Free Gardening Courses in Patrick's Patch, Fairweathers Garden Centre, Beaulieu.One each month.All courses are free to attend. Just turn up on the Day10am start, finish around 12 noon.See More

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Why do you think local food production is important?: Food is fresher, tastier and has less food miles. I'm putting money back into the local economy and helping farming and producing in my local area.

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VOTE for the best in Hampshire

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Can you help on the stall?

Posted on April 19, 2013 at 18:16 0 Comments 0 Likes

Hi all

Can you help us?

The Food Challenge have booked a stall at the New Forest Spring Fair on Sunday 5th May.

We will running a very activity led stall, with lots of seed planting, poem writing and pot making.

We have the stall booked from 9 am - 5pm and would like to split that into 3 shifts of 3 hours.

9am -12 noon
11.45 - 2.45pm
2.30 - 5.30 pm (including a bit of clearing up)

If you would like to join us on the…

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How Bee Kind is your garden

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The bumblebee Conservation Trust has set up this on line tool, to see how bee friendly the flowers in your garden are?

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Cook Required at MInstead Study Centre

Posted on December 10, 2012 at 17:20 0 Comments 0 Likes

We are struggling here at Minstead with a cook off on long term sick leave.

We are looking for someone to cook for us…starting in January 2013.

21 hours per week helping in a busy study centre; cooking breakfasts, preparing sandwiches for lunch and baking the odd tasty cake for 30 hungry children!

No previous formal catering experience…

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Local produce in Lymington Greengrocer

Posted on November 17, 2012 at 10:30 2 Comments 2 Likes

I popped into Lymington yesterday, and dropped by the Greengrocer in Angel Court. Natasha has only had the business since August this year, and has a good range of fruit and veg - all clearly marked where it has been grown.

I spoke to Natasha for a while and she is keen to promote local food:

She is already stocking locally grown chillies, and Setley Ridge jams and chutneys - ideal christmas gifts!
She would like to hear from anyone who grows their own food, and…

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At 14:40 on January 29, 2013, Woodgreen Community Shop said…: Hi Sarah. Thanks for the invite to Friday's meeting; I'll send it out to the committee. I think we'd all just be grateful to still be alive and kicking in 2030! Steve

At 8:53 on December 19, 2011, michelle louise francis said…: Hi Sarah ok i'll try and work out how to do that! I am based at Brook. I tried to upload about 15 pictures last night and it didnt work so will try again now! thanks Michelle xx

At 21:32 on December 18, 2011, michelle louise francis said…: Hi Sarah thankyou for your message! I make bespoke Wedding cakes for clients which i specialise in i also specialise in birthaday cakes! I adore making them for children just to see there faces when i deliver them!i also make cakes for everyday for people to enjoy at home including cupcakes and biscuits, shortbread etc! And cupcakes for Weddings! Im new to this site so i hope i have replyed to you correctly! I am hoping to go to some farmers markets soon and start selling my products! have a good cristmas with kind regards michelle

At 17:49 on December 17, 2011, Richard said…: Ooops - forgot the last bit of text! Have corrected it now - £7.50 is the ticket price :L

At 8:18 on December 17, 2011, Rosie Lea Catering said…: Hi Sarah,
I am working on it tonight for you, I am jsut waiting for a price for sourdough breads produced in Brockenhurst to go with the soup etc, will chase it up tomorrow

Rachel Rabbetts
Director
Rosie Lea Bakery Ltd

At 13:59 on October 1, 2011, Richard said…: Hi Sarah - don't know if you've noticed but there's now a 'copy event' facility - allows you to repeat similar events easily (just change the dates) - select from the drop down menu under 'options' when looking at the event you want to copy

Richard

At 17:08 on September 15, 2011, Ian G said…: Thanks Sarah - all info/thoughts welcome.

Best info is that from people in the know! I like to gather as much as possible and then see what we've got!

At 17:02 on September 15, 2011, Ian G said…: Well...we are filming in october, and I would love to do a vineyard at harvest - passionate vineyard owner and great rural location is a must! Would love to cover picking, bottling etc. Details more than welcome!

At 16:39 on September 15, 2011, Ian G said…: Thanks Sarah have tried to get in touch with Sarah R but no luck at the moment!

Will follow up your suggestions - so thank you very much for those.

Bst

Ian

At 16:30 on September 15, 2011, Ian G said…: Thanks Sarah for the welcome.

I work on an itv1 programme named Countrywise Kitchen - google us! - and just started work on the next series. Basically its a show about championing local food in different areas of the UK - and looking into doing one of the shows about food from the New Forest. Looking for great producers (and talkers!) in great areas with great produce - either raw or taken and put into something else (preserves and the like for example)

Any great producers you'd may know of do please drop me a line.

All the bst

Ian