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Stone Fruit Cobbler

7 March 2022 at 6:39 pm

At this time of year there is a good supply of stone fruit and a need for lots of recipes to use them up.

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Together We Grow

1 March 2022 at 1:29 pm

Common Unity’s roots are deeply set in its community in the Hutt Valley, 25 km north of Wellington.

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Feta & Greens Quiche with Oaty Crust

9 February 2022 at 1:42 pm

For the ‘greens’ in this recipe we have mainly used rainbow chard and a bit of cavolo nero (Italian kale) and spinach from the garden.

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Vegan Wine - It's a Thing!

26 January 2022 at 4:32 pm

To many, wine may be something you haven’t considered to contain animal biproducts, because it’s just grapes, right?

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Cauliflower Salad

11 January 2022 at 10:54 am

This easy recipe is based on an Ottolenghi recipe that Marion made last summer and, interestingly, is not tossed but rather layered which is unusual in the preparation of a…

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27 SECONDS WINE

1 January 2022 at 10:44 am

Not only is 27 Seconds wine New Zealand made and certified organic, but 100% of profit goes to supporting survivors of the slave trade.

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Commonsense Donations - Causes we loved in 2021

13 December 2021 at 1:00 pm

Commonsense is founded on values of organics, environment and community. Every year on average 6-10% of our profits go towards supporting initiatives that share our values.

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Christmas Ice Cream Slab

9 December 2021 at 9:44 am

We think you’ll love this summery Christmas recipe as it looks impressive but is actually very simple to make.

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MEDITERRANEAN VEGAN TAPENADE

6 December 2021 at 4:03 pm

Tapenade is a French olive spread traditionally made with anchovies.

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Pasture Poultry - Organic Eggs

21 October 2021 at 5:26 pm

Pasture Poultry was established over 20 years ago by Pauline and John Blaikie in Rewa, Rangitikei and Commonsense has been selling their eggs for almost as long as the brand itself!…

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Mindfully Managing Menopause

18 October 2021 at 10:35 am

Menopause is a topic that carries a weight of stigma. Many feel embarrassed talking about it and even doctors, can feel awkward raising it lest they offend their patient!

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Organic Corn Fritters

27 September 2021 at 4:34 pm

Corn fritters are a classic light meal, often enjoyed in late summer when the corn is plentiful.

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