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pizza lovers gift guide
Looking for a gift for the pizza lover in your life? We’ve pulled together our top pizza themed gifts, and the best bit? They are all under £10. From quirky pizza-themed accessories to must-have gadgets, and ingredients that will add some pizazz to any pizza.
World Pasta Day: Ideas for using rapeseed oil in pasta
When you think of pasta it’s perhaps olive oil that springs to mind but rapeseed oil can also be used for making both fresh pasta as well as a wide variety of delicious pasta sauces.
Easy, nutritious and budget-friendly recipes for university students
Students have a lot to juggle. Lectures, assignments, exams, social events and maybe even a part-time job can leave little time or money for cooking. However creating tasty, nutritious meals from a few ingredients is easier than you think.
Rapeseed Oil vs Canola Oil: The difference
Are cold pressed.rapeseed oil and canola oil the same thing?
They are both produced from the rapeseed crop but the two oils are produced in different ways and have very different qualities.
National Burger Day: Top five burger ideas using rapeseed oil
The team here at littleseed are all big burger fans so we thought we would share our top 5 burger tips and tricks. These include our favourite burger ideas, burger sides, burger toppings and best burger condiments.
Our Golden Oil has won 1-Star Gold in the 2024 Great Taste Awards
The results of the Great Taste Awards (the Olympics of the food world) are in and we are delighted that littleseed Cold Pressed British Rapeseed Oil has won a 1- Star Gold in the 2024 awards which are organized by the Guild of Fine Foods
What is Erucic Acid?
Traditional varieties of rapeseed oil can contain around 40% or more Erucic acid. However from the 1960’s onwards varieties of rapeseed started to be bred to have very little erucic acid content. In most cases <1% erucic acid.
Sweet Treats - Five Unique Desserts With Oil
This blog will be your guide to understanding the benefits of making desserts with oil, particularly British cold pressed rapeseed oil. There’ll be some delectable recipes, and handy techniques that will make your desserts made using oil taste unforgettable.
Switch it up
Why switch your cooking oil to littleseed British Extra Virgin rapeseed oil?
Where do we start? There are so many good reasons to switch to a British Rapeseed oil like littleseed but we have to start with its distinctly delicious flavour which lends itself to so many different ways of cooking.
Understanding The Difference: Rapeseed Oil VS. Cold-Pressed Rapeseed Oil
What is cold-pressed oil? What’s the difference between that and highly processed oils? What are the benefits of cooking with cold pressed oils? While some oils share a common origin and come from the same plant, the differences in their processing methods and nutritional profiles set them apart.
Our Top Tips For Making The Most Of The British Picnic Season
National Picnic Week is a week long celebration of eating outdoors. If you love lunching in the fresh air, read on because we’ve got some delicious picnic food ideas to share with you and some top tips for how to have the best picnic possible.
Time to wave goodbye to Olive Oil? - littleseed Oil
We’re always looking for the best options when shopping and there’s always a decision to make when browsing the supermarket shelves for oil – one of them being should I opt for the usual olive oil or give rapeseed oil a try?
Regenerative Farming For The Future Generations
Regenerative agriculture is something we are passionate about here at littleseed and we have been implementing regenerative farming practices on our farm for several years now.
Can I Use Cold Pressed Rapeseed Oil In An Airfryer?
The best oils to use in an air fryer are oils which have a high smoke point and therefore won't burn at high temperatures. Cold pressed rapeseed oil is ideal for using in an airfryer because it has a high smoke point of 220-230°C or 425-445°F
National BBQ Week - Ten Recipes Using Cold Pressed Rapeseed Oil
Known for having a mild, nutty flavour and numerous health benefits, cold-pressed rapeseed oil is a fantastic choice for cooking with on the BBQ.
The Alternative To Olive Oil
As olive oil prices are set to hit an all time high with some premium brands due to top £16 a litre this summer (2024), what alternatives do UK farmers have to offer to consumers facing these sky high olive oil prices?
Beyond The Kitchen - Other Uses For Cold Pressed Rapeseed Oil
Find out how that bottle of golden oil in your kitchen cupboard can do everything from keeping your skin soft and your hair looking glossy to keeping your kids entertained on a rainy day.
Why Is The Smoke point of Cooking oils Important?
Different oils are suited to different styles of cooking or dishes so it’s important to know which the best oil to use is.
Treat Your Mum To A Homemade Mother's Day Brunch To Remember
Celebrating Mother’s Day and the remarkable women who nuture love, and inspire us every day is so important but that doesn’t mean you have to spend lots of money on flowers and meals out. Without a doubt, it’s the thought and time you put in that counts.
Four Easy Cakes And Bakes For Mother’s Day
Mothering Sunday is a perfect opportunity to show the mothers in your life just how much you care. While lots of you might opt for flowers and chocolates. In our opinion one of the most thoughtful gifts you can give on Mother’s Day is a lovingly prepared homemade cake or bake.