Celebrating All Things Organic for #organicSeptember

I'm celebrating all things organic this September - and in Devon that means there is LOTS to celebrate!

But why organic? Well, there are many reasons but they can pretty much be summed up saying: I love bees.

I love that they like to dance. I love watching one bee who's found a really good patch of flowers go crazy getting all the goodness for himself. I love how fuzzy the bumbles are. I love that there is a queen bee named after Beyonce. I love watching them disappear into a foxglove and come back out. I love seeing them working away even when their pollen sacks are filled to bursting. They make me happy.

I mean just look at this guy?

When you see that little Soil Association organic mark in the UK, it means no herbicides or artificial fertilisers. It also means more sustainable land management and more respect for wildlife. And that means more respect for bees - and everyone else by default. And most importantly it means bigger flavours and even healthier foods.

Farming is at the root all things organic so I will be starting out the by looking at organic vegetable box schemes before moving onto farmers markets and some of my favourite organic food shops. And though food is the first thing that comes to mind, but the range of products that can be organically sourced is immense. Shoes, make-up, clothing, nappies and even holidays can be made organically, so I'll explore some of these too!

I'm really excited!

Reposted from RootnGreens blog

Spotlight on Organic Exeter: Seasons whole foods shop

All Smiles at Seasons Whole Foods

Seasons whole food shop is one of my favourite places in Exeter because it is small and perfectly formed. While their shelves are stacked high with an amazing selection of organic, fair trade, local, and vegetarian you’d be surprised at just how many more goodies they have tucked up behind the counter. I went in looking for one vegan meat substitute, came out with three and I've hadn't scratched the surface of their extensive selection.

For specialist vegan and organic items, they often have a  much wider selection than most supermarkets. What they don’t have they can easily order. Like the time I bought a bread maker and decided what I really needed was a 25kg bag of organic whole wheat flour, they didn’t ask a million questions, just gave me a call when my massive sack of flour arrived and thanked me for my custom.

And the smell. Mmmm…. The aroma of their collection of herbs and spices is positively intoxicating and always gives me a warm and fuzzy feeling when ever I visit.

Located on Well Street, just across the road from St Sidwells School, the shop is full of delectable treats and friendly people and is a real asset to the community.

Check them out at Seasons, 8 Well Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 6QR.

Lots of organic whole foods to chose from

Always feel welcome at Seasons

Seasons whole foods on Well Street in Exeter