The Apothecary, Cardiff

28/02/2026

The Women Against State Pension Inequality (Waspi) group is demanding compensation

28/02/2026

*****PLEASE SHARE ***** We would like to let everyone know that the celebration of Cody’s life will be held on Wednesday the 18th of March. Exact times will be confirmed and shared shortly, so please keep an eye out for further updates. We kindly ask if everyone could keep this day free — we would love to see you all there to honour and celebrate Cody together. We will be leaving from Cody’s, and it would mean so much to us if you could follow behind. The burial and celebration will be held at Cardiff Eco Burial Meadow, CF5 6SG. Thank you all again for your continued love, support, and kindness during this difficult time.

28/02/2026

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28/02/2026

28/02/2026

There once lived a frog. A folktale and ruminations on place.
We're getting a number of inquiries about, kind of, "How do I get started?" What plants should I try to promote, how many seeds should I buy, how to. . . engage the lifestyle of medicinal herb self-sufficiency. Our answer is, to start small eand experiment. Follow the lead of the plants that do well for you. Do not bemoan the losses and the frustrations--that is just life. Instead, hold onto the feet of the plants that thrive, make them part of your life, move forward with good intentions and do not split your head apart (like the frog did).
Seeds available online at www.strictlymedicinalseeds.com
Check the video online at: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/cLbxoTg1Scs

28/02/2026

REAL BREAD WEEK 🇬🇧🍞

🇬🇧🌾 BACK BRITISH GRAIN

Real Bread Week isn’t about trends.
It’s about reclaiming what bread should be, simple, nutritious, and rooted in British farming.

For centuries, bread has been a cornerstone of a balanced diet. Energy, fibre, protein, B-vitamins all from flour, water, yeast (or sourdough) and salt. The problem hasn’t been bread.

The problem has been ultra-processed, mass-produced loaves made at industrial speed using improvers, emulsifiers and imported grain of unknown standard.

Britain grows world-class wheat.
We have skilled millers.
We have outstanding artisan bakers.

Yet too often supermarket shelves are stacked with factory bread while genuinely local loaves are harder to find.

🌾 Choose British Ingredients

When you buy:
• Flour milled from British wheat
• Bread from local bakeries
• Properly fermented sourdough
• Stoneground wholemeal

You are supporting:
• British arable farmers
• Local milling infrastructure
• Shorter supply chains
• Higher transparency and standards

That is food security in action.

🌾 What About Gluten?

Many people who struggle with modern factory bread find they tolerate long-fermented sourdough better. Slow fermentation can:
• Break down some gluten proteins
• Improve digestibility
• Reduce bloating linked to rapid-rise industrial processes

And for those who must avoid gluten entirely, British growers also produce alternatives:
• Oats (certified gluten-free)
• Rye (lower gluten structure, though not gluten-free)
• Heritage grains

The answer isn’t eliminating bread.
It’s improving it.

🥖 A Balanced Diet Means Better Choices Not Abstinence

Bread can absolutely sit within a balanced, healthy British diet when:
• It’s minimally processed
• Properly fermented
• Made with quality flour
• Eaten as part of varied meals

This Real Bread Week, ask:
• Where was the wheat grown?
• How was it milled?
• How long was it fermented?

If we want better public health, stronger rural economies and honest food labelling, we must value real bread — and the British farmers behind it.

Click on the link to find real bread near you

https://www.sustainweb.org/realbread/map/

Real ingredients.
Real fermentation.
Real British grain.

28/02/2026

28/02/2026

Mexican Tarragon (Tagetes lucida), often known by Texas tarragon or mint marigold, is a versatile herb with a flavor profile similar to traditional tarragon but with by distinct hints of anise and citrus. This aromatic plant is a powerhouse in the kitchen, whether you're using the leaves fresh or dried—though using them fresh is ideal as some flavor can be lost during the drying process. To ensure the best flavor in your hot dishes, it is recommended to add the leaves at the very end of the cooking time.

The culinary applications of Mexican Tarragon extend far beyond simple seasoning. Its edible flowers can be taken apart and the petals sprinkled over soups or salads for a bright addition. For savory meals, it is particularly complementary to sautéed vegetables like squash and steamed green beans, and it adds a fresh flavor to chicken, tuna, and potato salads. It is also a fantastic substitute in any recipe calling for French tarragon.

For those with a sweet tooth or a penchant for pantry staples, this herb offers surprising depth. You can add finely chopped leaves to sugar cookies or pound cakes, whether made from scratch or a box, for a unique herbal twist. It is also excellent for infusing simple syrups and vinegars. One popular use is creating a Texas Tarragon Vinegar by steeping fresh leaves in white wine vinegar for two to three weeks, providing a flavorful base for homemade vinaigrettes.

To learn more about our , including ways to use it in the kitchen, visit: https://loom.ly/0k4mN48

27/02/2026

Honoring Cody – A Dionysian Farewell Our beloved Uncle Cody has begun his next jou… Kieran Raybould needs your support for Cody Kelly ,barsha ,the fox man