Pumpkin Soup
Recipe for another autumn favourite from GreenCity Wholefoods, a workers’ co-operative who bring us welcome supplies of delicious food from Glasgow every second Monday. If you wish to spice it up try adding a teaspoon full of Mr Vikki’s North Indian curry paste which is available in the shop. Recipe tried, tasted and approved by GreenCity […]
Be happy this Christmas by shopping locally and ethically
Where we decide to do our Christmas shopping will have an impact on our economy, our community, our environment and even how we feel. By purchasing from ethical businesses, we can satisfy our shopping needs, with the assurance that the people who made what we buy were treated fairly and that any negative environmental impact […]
Scaffolding!
The shop is covered in scaffolding for necessary conservation work. Don’t be deterred we are open 7 days a week as usual. Drop in and cheer us up! Press Release Alston Moor Partnership’s Townscape Heritage Scheme are pleased to announce the commencement of repair and reinstatement works at Alston Wholefoods Shop, supported by a £1.3 million […]
Date and Ginger Cake
Perfect for fireside fare, this ginger cake recipe is an old favourite from GreenCity Wholefoods, a workers’ co-operative who bring us welcome supplies of delicious food from Glasgow every second Monday. You can buy all the ingredients you’ll need at Alston Wholefoods. If you are in the mood for warming ginger, we sell it in many forms: […]
Excellent Value Turmeric
Lots of people have been coming in to the shop to buy turmeric recently. When we read this article the BBC news magazine, we understoood why: Bold health claims have been made for the power of turmeric. Is there anything in them, asks Michael Mosley. For more about tumeric and ideas of how to add […]
Sunday Times Endorsement
In a glowing endorsement for Alston as a place to live and visit in The Sunday Times singled out Alston Wholefoods for praise: Alston Wholefoods is a fantastic grocer and deli Many thanks to Dymond Guides for bringing this to our attention. #Alston #Cumbria named as best place to live in the #NorthWest in today’s @thesundaytimes. […]
New Postcard for Alston Wholefoods
LOOK! Our new Postcard for the shop! If you’d like some to distribute, let us know and we’ll get them to you. Or drop in to collect some. pic.twitter.com/aqXVC6r5Ft — Alston Wholefoods (@AlstonWholefood) March 29, 2017 On the back of our new A6 postcard we feature our wonderful local cheeses and a summary of what […]
New Gluten & Dairy-Free Bread and Cakes
The Incredible Bakery Company We recently had some samples of bread loaves in our shop from the the Incredible Bakery Company. Customers’ commented on their excellent quality and taste. Therefore now we intend to place a regular order with the Incredible Bakery for their gluten-free bread and cakes, according to demand. So please let us […]
Spinach Stuffed Pancakes with Cheese Sauce
I’ve had this many times and this is delicious any time of year, not just pancake day. This is a Delia Smith recipe. We sell everything you need, including the gorgeous Demeter Natural Cool frozen leaf spinach. Our nutmegs come from Indonesia and are wonderfully fragrant. You can choose from a range of our good cheddars; Barber’s […]
Valentine’s Day
Share the Love. As an ethical grocer and delicatessen, we are dedicated to supplying carefully sourced, quality products at reasonable prices. Our aims are to support local producers, encourage organic farming, reduce food miles and promote fair trade. So when you shop with us for your Valentine’s Day treats and gifts you can rest assured that you’ll […]
