Archives for March 2021
It’s local, it’s in season…
…and it’s got immune-boosting properties: purple-sprouting broccoli is the vegetable highlight right now at Ilmington Community Shop! This super-healthy food is grown up the hill by Drinkwaters of Ebrington and is the perfect accompaniment to meat and fish, or delicious on its own. “We grow the crop ourselves,” says Andrew Drinkwater, “and although it has […]
Zoom, you chased the day away!
Last night was the 7th Ilmington Community Shop AGM and a first too, as it was entirely conducted via video link. It was a chance to thank the hard-working, outgoing members of our committee. A moment to reflect on the many changes the pandemic has brought: a 250% increase in turnover during lockdown, the temporary […]