July somehow disappeared before we managed to write our usual monthly update. And now, as August comes to an end, we are combining the two months together instead. Not because there has been nothing happening. Quite the opposite. It has been a busy summer in the shop, online and behind the scenes. As is often […]
June has felt like the month where summer properly started to settle in. Brixham has been getting busier, the days have been longer, and this past week especially has brought some lovely, very warm weather. It is the kind of weather that changes the mood of the town quite quickly. More people out and about, […]
We realised recently that April somehow escaped us. The intention was absolutely there to sit down and write our usual monthly update, but as often happens when you run a small independent business, the days got busy, the weeks moved quickly and somehow we suddenly found ourselves mid-way through May already. The joys of being […]
March has felt like a bit of a turning point. The days are getting longer, there’s a little more energy in the air, and in the shop we’ve started to feel that gentle shift from winter into spring. It’s still a mix of weather outside, but inside Porridge things have been busy in the best […]
We are just over halfway through February, and if we are honest, it has felt very wet. It seems like it has rained on most days this year so far. Fore Street has had that constant shine of drizzle, umbrellas have been a permanent fixture, and more than a few conversations in the shop have […]
Small habits for feeling well, not overwhelmed The start of a new year often comes with big promises, bold plans and a lot of pressure to change everything at once. At Porridge, we prefer a quieter approach. One that focuses on small, realistic habits that support everyday wellbeing without adding stress or expectation. As we […]
Simple ways to support immunity, sleep and steady energy When the days get shorter, most of us lean into comfort and routine. A few small habits, plus a handful of trusted products, can make winter feel easier without overhauling your life. Here is a straightforward guide from our small team in Brixham, weaving in the […]
At Porridge, we take pride in serving coffee that not only tastes great but is produced with care and purpose. That’s why we partner with Voyager Coffee, a Devon-based specialty coffee roastery located just outside the Dartmoor National Park. We serve their Native blend in our café in Brixham and stock Voyager’s beans and ground […]
Eat Well for Less – Smart Wholefood Swaps Eating a wholefood-based diet doesn’t have to be expensive. With a few smart swaps, you can enjoy organic, minimally processed foods while keeping costs down. At Porridge, we stock a wide range of affordable wholefoods, most of which come in compostable packaging—helping you shop sustainably without breaking […]
