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Useful links The web is full of good resources for the British seasonal food enthusiast. Here's a few to get started with.
Where to find seasonal food: National Association of Farmers' Markets -- contains an up-to-date listing of farmers' markets throughout BritainFarm Retail Association -- comprehensive listing of farms throughout Britain that sell their produce direct Organic Butchers' Guide -- a guide to where to buy organic meat in Britain Abel & Cole -- organic fruit and veg delivery throughout the UK, with a focus on British seasonal produce WI Country Markets -- a guide to the many Women's Institute markets around the country Some personal favourite suppliers: Hamish Johnston -- fine cheesesLoch Fyne -- seafood, meat and game by mail order AH Griffiths -- the odd squirrel and rook, and the best bacon in Britain -- 22 High Street, Leintwardine, Shropshire, 01547 540231 Steve Hatt -- superb fish -- 88-90 Essex Road, London N1, 020 7226 3963 M Moen & Sons -- free-range and organic meats Riverford Organics -- veg delivered in the south of England and Wales Food-related organisations and resources: Common Ground -- an organisation which 'champions local distinctiveness'. Their website contains a listing of seasonal festivals in Great BritainMarine Conservation Society -- contains useful information on which fish species to eat with a clearer conscience Soil Association -- campaigning group for organic farming with a wealth of information about food Slow Food -- Italian-based but rapidly growing global movement dedicated to local, sustainable food River Cottage.net -- Useful information and online discussions about food and growing | ||