Hello Sheffield! A Fresh Start for ShefFood
Hello Sheffield. If my name looks familiar, it might be because I used to write these columns before taking nearly a year off on maternity
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Celebrating Growth, Connections, and Impact with ShefFood in 2025
This past year at ShefFood has been full, busy, and incredibly rewarding. Across Sheffield, our local food system has continued to grow stronger, thanks to
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Sharing the Table
Every year on October 1, World Vegetarian Day invites people everywhere to reflect on the food we eat, how it is produced, and the communities
McDonald’s Tries Again: Drive-Thru Plans Resubmitted for Lowfield
Despite withdrawing their original application earlier this year, McDonald’s has once again submitted plans for a drive-thru restaurant on land north-west of London Road and
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What the Government’s New National Food Strategy Could Mean for Sheffield
In July 2025, the UK Government launched a major update to its National Food Strategy, setting out a long-term vision for a healthier, more sustainable
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Sheffield Community Land Trust: Why Local Ownership Matters
When it comes to questions of who owns the land, who gets to shape a neighbourhood, and who can afford to stay in the places
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Future of ShefFood: Review July 2025
The ShefFood Steering Group has recently commissioned an independent report to explore the future governance, structure, and long-term sustainability of ShefFood. This vital piece of
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McDonald’s London Road Application Withdrawn: A Win for Community Health
ShefFood warmly welcomes the news that McDonald’s has officially withdrawn its controversial planning application to open a new drive-thru on London Road. This marks a
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Solidarity in Every Shopping Bag
What if your weekly shop could do more than just feed your family? What if it helped create a fairer, greener, and more connected city?
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In Bloom and in Business
If you’ve ever stopped to smell the roses, chances are those roses have come a long way. In fact, over 80% of flowers sold in
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A Decade of Delicious, Sustainable Change
This June marks a major milestone for one of Sheffield’s most unique food organisations. Food Works, the social enterprise behind everything from community cafes and
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Why Food Isn’t Just About what’s on your plate
When we think about food, it’s easy to focus only on what’s on our plate — the ingredients, the calories, the flavours. But food is
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