Stories

Rows of blossoming apple trees on a hillside, with green fields beyond.
September 20, 2026
From medium-dry sparkling to still and 0.5%, we tried five bottles from the family-run Dorset maker. Here’s what stood out—and which we’d choose for dinner, gifting or a sweeter preference.
Kent wooden hairbrush and red presentation box on the right of a dark, art-directed still life.
September 9, 2026
Founded in 1777, Kent has more to offer than a date on a box. Its factory, archive and product range reveal a working manufacturer—and why the origin of each brush still matters.
Tacos topped with pink pickled cauliflower, with a Wild Root jar partly visible beside the plate.
September 9, 2026
Something rich, something sharp, something with crunch. Two Wild Root jars reminded us how little it can take to make an ordinary lunch better.
A Wild Root Bread & Butter Pickles jar on the right of a wooden board in a warm, dark still life.
September 8, 2026
Wild Root tells us its packaged products grew out of its working café in Halsall. Having tried two of its pickles, we can see the appeal of a jar with a clear job to do on the plate.
Eight illustrated provenance terms: grown, sourced, processed, made, blended, packed, based and founded.
September 6, 2026
A useful origin story tells you more than where a business puts its flag. Here are eight words that help you understand what happened to a product, and where.
Corporate Gift Boxes UK: How to Choose the Right Supplier (2026 Guide)
May 5, 2026
Looking for corporate gift boxes in the UK? Discover how to choose the right supplier, compare pricing, and find premium gifting options for your business.