The optimism of spring is a beautiful thing. Longer, brighter days, the promise that the winter gloom can be put behind us. A welcome break, certainly here on the farm, from the wet muddy weeks that have become oh too familiar...read more!

Here at Charlie & Ivy’s we’re all about celebrating mums on Mother’s Day and finding the perfect gift to thank those mums by blood or the special person in our life who looks out for us. We’ve created the perfect gift edit tailored to the foodie mums out there...read more!

Just a short drive from our farm here on the Yorkshire Wolds, word has been spreading about Lucy and the nourishing plant-based food she produces. Having catered for yoga and wellbeing retreats for a number of years, we see her devotees sharing their amazing plant-based lunches created by Lucy across social media...read more!

Charlie & Ivy’s ethos has always been to make life easier in the kitchen, and our festive canapé recipes have been designed to do exactly that. Simple, quick to put together bite size eats, perfect for entertaining this festive season...read more!

This festive season we’re showcasing some of our favourite independent brands. All producers of products we love and regularly enjoy here at Charlie & Ivy’s HQ. Each selected to help you discover some luxury and indulgence this Christmas...read more!

If you’re looking to make the foodies in your life jump for joy this Christmas, you’ve come to the right place. At Charlie & Ivy’s we know that finding the perfect gift for a food lover can sometimes be a little daunting, especially at Christmas time when we can all feel a little under pressure and we want to make that gift extra special and tailored to their taste(buds)...read more!

In a quiet Yorkshire village, down a pretty country lane, is the home of Yorkshire creative and florist Jo Purdy of Hearts and Flowers. This Summer we headed out to visit Jo, who welcomed us into her studio and garden to learn a thing or two about how to dress our tables this Summer...read more!

We recently hit the road to visit a fellow producer, Laurel Vines, to discover some delicious wine pairings for some of our favourite dishes. We were greeted by Rebekah, who kindly showed us around the small, but perfectly formed vineyard. Located in the beautiful hamlet of Aike, East Yorkshire, we were met by the most fantastic views over their 10 acres of lush vines. The scenery is stunning, and the vines are thriving, even given the fickle Yorkshire weather!..read more!

When it comes to the great British barbeque, for us it’s all in the burger. And when it comes to the burger, we’re serious fans of Warrendale Wagyu! With their HQ nestled in the picturesque Yorkshire Wolds, located just a few miles from Charlie & Ivy’s, National Barbecue Week seemed the perfect opportunity to pair up with this fellow, local artisan business and bring you our top tips for creating the very best barbecue burger...read more!

Whether you’re heading to a street party, hosting a garden gathering or just relaxing with a few friends to watch the Coronation of King Charles III, we’ve got some super simple and seriously tasty party recipes for you...read more!

One of our favourite things about the community we are part of is having the opportunity to collaborate with fellow artisan businesses. Last month we were spoilt to use the recently launched Bogg Hall Barn, one of 4 luxury properties owned by fellow Yorkshire business Grand Get-Togethers...read more!

It’s great to have the occasion to invite people over, hosting dinner is one of our favorite things to do. The only problem is these things often get quite costly and are not always the most sustainable. For us it’s not about having a huge budget or buying lots of new accessories, it’s about welcoming spring into the home...read more!

For many of us one of the huge draws of travelling is the food. If you think back to when you last discussed a holiday that a friend had returned from, after asking about the weather isn’t the next question, “And how was the food?”..read more!

Winter is a magical season, but once the hustle and bustle of the festive period has passed, the long nights and short days can sometimes begin to drag, and we find ourselves often dreaming of the seasons to come. So, we've put together our guide for surviving it, getting through the next few months by making the most of the season...read more!

Christmas is filled with wonderful things, family, friends, food and cheer! It’s the time of year we come together, celebrate, and exchange gifts and enjoy a tipple of two! We spend so long considering what we’re going to give our loved ones...read more!

September traditionally sees in British Food Fortnight, a celebration of great British food and farming and an opportunity to consider what you buy, how it is produced and where it comes from. This year we’re shining the spotlight on some deliciously inspirational British artisan producers...read more!

At Charlie & Ivy’s we’re all about enjoying simple delicious food every day, especially throughout the Summer! The warm days and long evening are always a great opportunity to bring friends and family together. Whether picnicking, barbecuing, garden partying or al fresco dining you’ll always want a few simple salads to hand...read more!

We won a Great Taste Star! Needless to say, we are completely over the moon! This is the second of our three Plant Based mayonnaises to scoop an award, and we are absolutely delighted. These products have been years in the making ...read more!

Here at Charlie & Ivy’s, we love a good barbecue, it’s another excuse to get outside, and for us it really marks the true start of Summer. Barbecues make for simpler evenings, and for us, are generally a social affair..!read more!

We recently had the pleasure of discovering this relaxing, rural escape on the Yorkshire Wolds. Less than 2 miles from Charlie & Ivy’s HQ, nestled into the edge of Thixendale village, Country Huts on the Wolds was our absolute dream location for our summer shoot....read more!