THE SWAG BLOG

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  • How To Keep Berries Fresh For Longer

    When we think of summer fruits, blackberries, blueberries, boysenberries, raspberries, and strawberries all come flooding in! We can make so many delicious things with berries, from sweet cocktails,  desserts and juices to smoothies, jams and salads. But berries are such small and delicate fruits that take a long time to grow and harvest, that they remain costly even at peak season, so it’s essential to find a way to store them properly. Luckily, The Swag team has some helpful tips to keep berries fresh for weeks!  Read More
  • How To Store Celery In The fridge

    Celery is a super-food vegetable that contains antioxidants, calcium, potassium and vitamins, but often we don’t need to use a lot of it when making recipes, and it can often go to waste. This month we’re sharing the best way to store your celery to keep these crunch stalks fresh for longer, so you can buy in bulk fearlessly and get the juicer ready for a celery detox or a Bloody Mary - whatever mood you’re in 😉). Read More
  • Preserved Citrus Peel

    Citrus peels can be composted in very light quantities but often end up in the bin. However, there are better (and more delicious!) ways to reduce citrus waste - by preserving them! Preserved citrus peels go well with fish, vegetables, soups, pasta, sauces and salads - perfect to lift any summer dish! Not only do they add depth to any meal but they can also be  unique, little homemade gifts. Read More
  • Cauliflower Hummus

    This month we introduce you to a slight variation to the original chickpeas hummus recipe. You won’t believe how good this creamy and light this summer night dip is! Read More
  • 5 Easy Salad Dressings

    The warm months are slowly fading away but the crispy, light and fresh salads, that bring any meal together are still IN. Salads are only as good as their dressing and we couldn’t pick just one recipe, so we’re sharing  5 of our favorite salad dressings with you! Read More
  • Baked Apples

    This baked apple recipe is for you if you’re looking for an easy, sweet, comforting dessert to bid farewell to Summer. Pink Ladies and Granny Smiths are great baking apples, but you can choose any kind you like as long as it has a firm texture and a good bit of acidity. Read More
  • Zucchini Fritters

    Summer is a wonderful time to enjoy social gatherings with your loved ones. If you have picnics, barbecues or parties planned this month, be sure to check out our zero-waste entertaining blog, heat up the pan and get ready to impress with this super easy zucchini fritter recipe! Read More
  • Eggplant Shakshuka

    Shakshuka is a Magrebi dish traditionally eaten for breakfast, but we think is perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner too! Are the kids having trouble eating eggplant? Sprinkle some feta for an even more delicious meal. Read More
  • 5 Startups That Are Fighting Plastic

    Plastic Free July is upon us, and the third day of the month also marks Plastic Bag Free Day. As we are a business with purpose, that cares about the planet, people and its future, we share deep appreciation for this month,what it honours and for all of the amazing businesses doing their part to reduce plastic. Read More