We can start each and every day by making a simple decision that, in time, will drastically improve the health of the environment. All we have to do is forego the single-use takeaway cup in favor of a reusable one. Continue reading →

Art for Kelp Exhibition Opening Party: Friday, 1 June 4pm in Organico Cafe Exhibition runs: Monday, 28 May - Saturday, 23 June in Organico Cafe Join us in the cafe for the opening launch of an art exhibition which supports a cause near and dear to our hearts: Art for Kelp is a creative campaign working for the preservation of...

Today was a beautiful sunny day, and it felt amazing to get some sunshine on my skin. While sitting in the sun I reflected on how important our skin is, and how important it is to focus on keeping it in good shape. Our skin keeps us in one piece and protects our delicate insides from the world. As we age our skin becomes drier, but there are some easy ways of keeping it well moisturised and in supple and healthy condition. This month I decided to do some research into the different ways we can maintain our skin’s natural beauty. Continue reading →

[caption id="attachment_4863" align="alignleft" width="300"] Splat Charcoal Toothpaste[/caption] We all know good oral hygiene is very important, and yet it is so often the last thing that we think of until just before we have to go to the Dentist. When we were children we always went to a Dentist in Clonakilty, so it was a day out, and for some unknown reason, although we were generally only allowed sugar once a week, we would always be taken for apple pie afterwards. Perhaps as a result of that pie, I don’t have any fear of visiting the Dentist - but it’s still an experience I try to limit as much as possible. So this month I decided to explore some of the new - and some of the the traditional - natural approaches to oral hygiene, including charcoal toothpaste, oil pulling and sweets and chewing gum that is actually good for your teeth!! Continue reading →

Hello everyone - I hope you had a magical Christmas and are feeling well rested and ready for the New Year! This time of year is a great time to start a new routine of self-care, for showing your body and mind a bit of love and getting into some good healthy habits. There are a lot of colds and flus around so it can be a good idea to pay attention to immune boosting nutrients, plus your digestive system might need a bit of TLC after the excesses of Christmas. And finally if you are feeling a little low - which happens to us all! - there are a few safe and natural things you can do to boost your mood. Continue reading →

I’m having a hard time believing it’s December! The year has flown, and we are well and truly in winter mode now - warm fires, stews and frosty winter walks. In Organico we are getting a lot of people coming in with colds & flus and tummy bugs at the moment however this month’s article is about helping you survive the Festive Period with grace and dignity! I’ve put together your Natural Christmas Survival Pack - tips from our staff, plus more excellent tips from members of our Facebook group “Organico Healthy Living Group”. There are a variety of options here to cover the main possible complications arising from Christmas - not that ANY of us suffer either digestive issues or stress over Christmas! But just in case either of these situations happen to arise, here are a few tips and tricks to get you through. Continue reading →

CAFE Christmas OPENING HOURS The Café will close at 6pm on Saturday 23rd December It will re-open at 9am on Wednesday 3rd January 2018 SHOP Christmas OPENING HOURS The Shop will close at 6.15pm on Saturday 23rd December It will re-open at 10am on Wednesday 27th December (Closed New Years Day) Happy New Year!

Don't miss our final Wine Club event for 2017 WINES FOR THE FESTIVE SEASON Friday 15 December, 7pm – 8:30pm From great value organic prosecco to a delicious, rich, organic Corbieres, you will get to taste six different wines to enjoy through the festive season. Wines to match seafood, the Christmas feast and those aperitif wines for entertaining family and...

Ingredients 450g white spelt flour (we also do 50/50 white and brown spelt which are really popular) 50g caster sugar Pinch of salt 1 heaped tsp baking powder 70g butter, diced 200mls buttermilk or kefir 1 egg 120g Organico’s mincemeat To make: Preheat your oven to 250 degrees. Mix the flour, baking powder, salt and sugar together in a bowl...

These days, more than ever, we place great emphasis on the word “natural”. I think that is because we all suspect that chemical compounds while amazing don’t belong in our food chain, on our skin or even in our home environments. I believe we need to THINK about what we consume, why we consume it and take determined steps to live more in tune with nature and what is natural. Personally, I feel that if we really want to achieve a natural lifestyle and optimum health and well-being, we need to take a more holistic approach to life – eating local and organic foods but also cooking from scratch, and using natural and organic products throughout our entire home, from the kitchen to the bathroom, and from the make-up bag to the medicine cabinet. Continue reading →