Burger of the Month
You’ll find no grinches in this cafe (erm… working we mean) & we’re serving the super festive Christmas Nut Roast Burger !! It’s made with parsnips, chestnuts, mixed nuts, onion, garlic, spices & sage, best topped with Granarolo brie - made in France, don’t ya know - and cranberry sauce.
Our other toppings are Monterey Jack cheese, Applewood vegan cheese, halloumi, onion rings, avocado, homemade kimchi and salsa.
Our loaded fries are going strong. These fries are made with our air fryer, cooked with absolutely no added oil, while keeping their golden crispy crunch. Load them with either vegan/dairy cheese and red onion chutney/kimchi, or salsa and avocado.
Coffee
Origin have been big in the artisan coffee trade since the beginning, founded in 2004 by one man - Tom Sobey. They are an independently owned speciality coffee roaster that is bound by one central ethos; to source exceptional coffee through a sustainable, triple bottom line approach. Returning from Australia in the early 2000s after experiencing their progressive coffee culture, the idea for Origin was born.
Through their direct trade practice they support their farm & mill partners directly, offering full traceability in each cup. Their coffee program is one of the cornerstones of their B Corp certification. They're also blessed enough to have the incredible Freda Yuanas their Head of Coffee- no wonder they are at the top of their game !!
Guest Beers
We love you all so much that we sent Bun + Bean resident at large Rob The Dog Runner to Bruxelles to retrieve a selection of beautiful Belgian beers from Brasserie de la Senne. They are truly from the origin of the new wave of craft beers over there, making well-hopped brews, barrel-aged mixed fermented beers as well as brewing with a local Brettanomyces yeast. Their aims? Brewing beers of character that are well-balanced, with an absence of compromise and a totally natural production. They’re extremely picky about their raw materials & always maintain a direct relationship with the producers, and trust us, it pays off!!
Recipe of the Month
Everyone loves Brussel sprouts right? They’re probably the best part of Christmas, no?? If someone in the family needs convincing, then be sure to knock out these super easy Brussel Sprout Skewers.
Ingredients
1x 500g bag of sprouts
Olive oil
Smoked paprika
Vegan Mayonaise
Turmeric
Lemon
Salt & pepper to taste
Method
1. Pre-heat your oven to 200°.
2. Trim your sprouts & place in a bowl.
3. Drizzle over with olive oil, then sprinkle smoked paprika, salt & pepper then shake.
4. Place in a roasting tray and roast until slightly golden and caramelised (around 30 minutes or so).
5. After leaving to cool slightly, place the sprouts on skewers and plate up.
6. Mix one teaspoon of turmeric and a squeeze of lemon per 8 tablespoons of vegan mayo, and dip them in!
Cowabunga Dude
A free streaming platform dedicated to the future of our planet has just launched. Dubbed 'Netflix for nature', WaterBear showcases documentaries and original content that is inspired by UN sustainable development goals. Once you've signed up (it won't cost you anything), you'll have access to all content, as well as links to petitions and climate organisations.
Keepin' It Green
London's mayor, Sadiq Kahn, has unveiled ambitious plans to rewild London in a bid to boost biodiversity and improve people's access to nature across the city. The £600,000 Rewilding Fund will help finance green roof installations, river restoration projects and new wildlife habitats — vital for ensuring Londoners have access to a web of nature. As well as this, the project will also offer traineeships to help people from black, asian and minority ethnic backgrounds develop vital green skills. Very rad !!!
