In this episode, Suzie has a lovely chat with Karen Robinson, founder of the wonderful Three Robins brand. They discuss Karen’s journey from working in women’s rights to owning a company that has developed family-friendly, lactose-free products. We hear about the practical challenges of making oat milk in Scotland, the difficult act of balancing family and business, and the exciting development of networks across the UK that are working to offer healthier, more sustainable food choices for families.

In this episode, we meet Hugo Morrissey, the founder of the innovatively delicious Nuisance Drinks. This episode explores the story around Nuisance Drinks, whilst also offering an insightful dive into the world of ‘founders’, as Suzie and Iain are excited to announce this as the first addition to their newest project: the Natural Larder Collective. The serendipitous timing of both founder’s desires to make changes to their original business model and shared ethical values make Nuisance Drinks the perfect fit for the Collective.

In this episode, Suzie explores the journey of Edinburgh’s Chocolate Tree with founders Alastair and Freddy. Starting from humble beginnings at a music festival, they transformed their passion for chocolate into a sustainable business. They discuss their move to organic farming practices, their commitment to reducing their carbon footprint, and the importance of fair trade with cacao farmers. Suzie learns about the cultural significance of chocolate, its health benefits, and savours a unique Aztec hot chocolate blend. Their story exemplifies how a small business can lead the way in promoting regenerative agriculture and ethical consumption while producing delicious, high-quality chocolate products.