Food Traditions Are the Vital Ties That Hold Us Together

Passover. Christmas. Ramadan. Lunar New Year. Ramanavami. Passata day. Sunday lunch. No matter what your cultural background, the traditions of food are central in connecting family, friends and community. We can all be taken on a nostalgic journey by the symbolism of certain foods, whether the context is cultural heritage or geographic location. Today’s #BigSoupShare […]

Food Is Not a Moral Issue – The Pleasure and Anxiety of Eating

Asking people for their favourite soup recipes has sparked some interesting discussions about the importance of food in our lives, not only for nutrition, but also how it is integral to both how we view ourselves and how others see us. Today’s recipe is from a Fordbridge resident who told us that as a child […]

What We Eat Shows a Road Map of Our Lives

                      What we eat tells a story about who we are. How we eat and talk about food is central to our identities. This week we are taking part in the #BigSoupShare. We’ll be sharing soup recipes from North Solihull residents who will also explain […]