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The Commonsense Kitchen: Oat & Sesame Cookies

January 17, 2018 at 4:44 PM

Chewy, nutty and absolutely delicious! These Oat & Sesame Cookies are a Kiwi classic, with a twist.

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Cool Down for Summer: 3 Easy Peasy Ice Pops

January 17, 2018 at 4:44 PM

Summer is here, and we think ice-pops are the perfect hot weather treat for kids and grown-ups! Our stores recently started selling no-stick BPA-free ice pop molds from local business Munch,…

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Fair Trade & Organics: What's the Connection?

January 17, 2018 at 4:44 PM

Fair trade and organics are part of our core values here at Commonsense.  They both acknowledge the interconnection between people, food and the environment.

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Summer Cocktail Recipe: Strawberry Rose Gin Fizz

January 17, 2018 at 4:44 PM

After a refreshing summer tipple but don’t know where to start? We have just the thing for you.

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A fresh new look! It’s just Commonsense.

January 17, 2018 at 4:44 PM

Commonsense Organics has been providing fresh organic food since 1991 (way back before organics was cool!).

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Teva’s 10 Minute Honey Chicken

January 17, 2018 at 4:44 PM

Our Merchandise Manager Teva Stewart is well known for being a bit of a whizz in the kitchen.

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What does 'eating ethically' really mean?

January 17, 2018 at 4:44 PM

Here at Commonsense, we pride ourselves on being a one-stop ethical shop. But what does ethical eating really mean? Organic, free-range, vegan, vege, sustainably-caught. . .

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Open Minds: why we’re talking about mental health at work

January 17, 2018 at 4:44 PM

All staff are encouraged to discuss any concerns they have about their mental wellbeing with their manager on the understanding that in doing so they can expect to be treated…

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Baked Apple with Orange Zest Crumble

January 17, 2018 at 4:44 PM

This an amazing and very simple recipe is perfect for winter.

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Your Commonsense Guide to Seasonal Fruit & Veg

January 17, 2018 at 4:44 PM

Eating seasonally is just common sense.

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Marion's Christmas Pudding Recipe

January 17, 2018 at 4:44 PM

This recipe for christmas pudding is a classic in the family home of our founders Jim and Marion.  Rich and traditional, this pudding is a real delight.

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Plastic Free July: '10 Ways to Shrink Your Waste’ with Hannah from The Rubbish Trip

January 17, 2018 at 4:44 PM

Here at Commonsense, we’ve been passionate about environmental sustainability since 1991! We’re always looking for ways to make our work more sustainable in areas like waste, energy use and the…

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