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This week, Paul talks about Resiliance.

You might have heard us talk about B Corp before but what does it actually mean? Well in short, B Corps™ are businesses that meet the highest verified standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability. We are using our certification as a spring board to promote big change within the company. We were already ‘doing good’ but now we trying to promote change throughout our supply chain.

Being a B Corp means our business has real purpose and is striving towards being a force for good. Cotswold Fayre’s goal is to have a positive impact on the planet and everyone on it as well. We try to promote this as our point of difference for our customers, so when they chose to buy from us, not only are they getting a good price, they are also helping us to give back to the world.

We love being a part of the B Corp community and one of the ways we celebrate it is by teaming up with other B Corps and acting as their wholesaler. We encourage our existing brands to explore being a B Corp. We have a lot of suppliers whose values align very closely with ours and so getting certified is the next step. It is also one of our major considerations when we are looking for new brands is if they are already certified or working towards it thus improving the whole supply chain.

This was the case when we signed pet food supplier Scrumbles. Not only are they trying to do better for the planet and the people on it, they are also trying to do better for our pets. For most of us, our pets are our world and we want to ensure that they get the best of everything and that includes giving them the best diet. Scrumbles was born when Smudge and Boo’s owners were desperate to find pet food that was nutritious, high quality that was also affordable and loved by cats and dogs. As an office of animal lovers, it was an obvious fit.

If you want to explore our other B Corp certified brands, then check out the list below: 

• Brew Tea Co
• Ella’s Kitchen
• Freestar
• innocent
• Mrs Crimbles
• One Water
• Proper
• Rubies In the Rubble

This week, Paul looks forward to the Golden Quarter with hope for the retailers.

SATURDAY

The best way to start a weekend is with a proper British fry-up. For me, the bacon has to be streaky and smoky so this Bacon from Grasmere Farm is a winner. Fried, poached or scrambled these Rich Yolk Eggs add great colour to the plate, but also great in a cake if you’re doing a spot of baking over the weekend. Black Pudding from The Farmers Son is a great add-on if you’re going all out, as are Potato Cakes from Mash Direct. Don’t forget to add Baked Beans, and your sauce of choice, for an epic all out weekend brunch this Bloody Mary Ketchup from Stokes is a real treat.

After all that indulgence, it’s time for a light lunch. I love a good quiche, this Roasted Tomato and Pesto one from Higgidy is great for vegetarians too. Served simply with a side of garden salad and a drizzle of Tigg’s Tomato & Chilli Dressing for a bit of a kick.

The neighbours are coming over for a BBQ tonight and we’re catering for all. The Meatless Farm Co. Sausages and Burgers are great option for vegans, veggies and

This week Paul looks at how having a more equal workplace could lead to a better workforce.

This week, Paul, looks at what we need to do to start a new normal post Covid-19.

This week, Paul talks about showing your vulnerability as a leader.

This week, Paul looks at servant leadership as a example of an ideal leadership method.

This week, Paul looks at generosity as a desirable leadership quality.

Christmas is the most magical time of the year for a lot of reasons. For us foodies here at Cotswold Fayre it means getting out all the best chutneys and pickles, taking the turkey and stuffing to the next level and indulging in all the things that you only eat at that time of year.

But it’s also magical for the younger generation, houses are decorated, there’s promise of presents and a seemingly endless supply of chocolate, what more could they want! While the grown-ups are busy sorting out everything needed for the festivities, the children become more and more excited, and we’ve got the perfect things to keep them occupied throughout the build-up and some great gift ideas too.

Countdown

The ultimate  advent activity is making a gingerbread house. This one from The Little Treats Bakery is great for younger kids, or there are some different constructions ideas from The Treat Kitchen which might interest slightly older kids.

Get them in the mood for Christmas dinner with Christmas pasta shapes from Dalla Costa, there’s loads of different shapes and its perfect with their sauce of choice.

Christmas Eve

Christmas Eve is almost as big as Christmas Day with the excitement at breaking point. If you’re wondering how you’re going to get everyone in bed before the big man comes then put together a Christmas Eve Box; a classic festive film, pyjamas and of course, hot chocolate. Gourmet Du Village and Slattery have some great options for younger children and if there are teenagers in the house, they will  love the Gnaw Hot Choc Shots. And don’t forget to leave out biscuits for Father Christmas, Farmhouse Biscuits have got you covered.

Gifting

We’ve got so many options for gifting this year, whether its stocking filler essentials like Steenland’s chocolate coins or candy canes from Natural Candy Shop to