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Cooking at Christmas, watching the budget

Christmas is a time for celebrations and traditions. For many the ritual of familiar brings comfort and reassurance. However, with price rises in just about every part of our lives, some financial adjustment is inevitable. With that in mind and with a little forward planning – perhaps a few sm...

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Posted by Alex on 22/12/25 in Cooking on a Budget and Recipes

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Cooking for One Masterclass with Chef Alex

Cook along live from your own kitchen – perfect recipes for the solo cook Cooking for one can sometimes feel uninspiring – recipes are often designed to feed four, and it’s easy to slip into the habit of sandwiches or microwave meals. But with the right approach, cooking solo can ...

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Posted by Tom on 24/09/25 in Cooking on a Budget and VfL News and Events

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Nutrition and Hydration Week: The Corner Shop Cookery Challenge

Our VfL Roving Chef Team was challenged to make a day's worth of meals from local corner shops – on a budget of just £4.50. We hear how they got on. Corner stores are often the only source of food for those with mobility or access issues, and people living in underserved communities...

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Posted by Claire on 17/03/25 in Articles and Life After Retirement and Cooking on a Budget and Recipes

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