Rebecca Tomes
Digital Assistant at Gathered
Rebecca is a Digital Assistant for Gathered and loves creating online content, particularly writing articles. Writing has always been a big part of Rebecca’s life, leading her to study English Language at University, but she discovered her love of creating social media content, including photography and video, since enrolling in a level 3 apprenticeship in content creation at the start of this year. Before working for Gathered, Rebecca was the Production Editor of Today’s Quilter for almost two years and fell in love with the world of craft and the wonderful crafty community. She is extremely passionate about how craft is a fantastic mindful activity and believes everyone would benefit from taking up craft as a hobby.
Recent articles by Rebecca Tomes
Chicken, spinach and butter bean tagine
This hearty one-pan dish is packed with protein and fibre and is on the table in just 40 minutes. Recipe and image courtesy of Discover Great Veg, discovergreatveg.co.uk
Ultimate new potato salad
This easy recipe gives the classic potato salad a new twist and can be enjoyed as a nutritious main or side dish. Recipe and image courtesy of Tesco Real Food, realfood.tesco.com
Asparagus and pea spring minestone
This wholesome minestrone recipe is full of flavour and takes just 30 minutes to make. Recipe and image courtesy of Enjoy Asparagus, enjoyasparagus.com
Watercress panzanella
Ready in just 30 minutes, this delicious salad is the perfect dish for warm spring and summer evenings. Recipe and image courtesy of The Watercress Company, watercress.co.uk
Orecchiette with sausage and purple sprouting broccoli
Tasty sausage, purple sprouting broccoli and a light, lemon and parmesan sauce combine in this simple pasta recipe. Recipe and image courtesy of Abel & Cole,
abelandcole.co.uk.
Za’atar berry nuts
Baked strawberries and mixed nuts, tossed with aromatic za’atar, make this a quick, nourishing snack. Recipe and image courtesy of Love Fresh Berries, lovefreshberries.co.uk
Chicken and kale chilli
Combining lean chicken mince with black beans and kale, this easy dish offers a healthier twist on the classic chilli recipe. Recipe and image courtesy of Discover Great Veg, discovergreatveg.co.uk
Lentil pomegranate salad with tahini dressing
Hearty, nutrient-packed lentils and grains, drizzled with a creamy tahini dressing and sprinkled with sweet pomegranate seeds – ready in just over 10 minutes. Recipe and image courtesy of Yakult, yakult.co.uk
Peanut butter salmon noodles
Enjoy tender salmon served over wholesome wholewheat noodles and veggies. Recipe and image courtesy of Tesco Real Food, realfood.tesco.com
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Immune-boosting apple smoothie
Refreshingly sweet and packed with vitamins, this smoothie recipe is great for supporting immune health. Recipe and image courtesy JAZZ Apple, jazzapple.com
Berry antioxidant frappé
This delicious drink is an antioxidant powerhouse, containing berries, acai powder and flaxseeds. Recipe and image courtesy of The Anti-Inflammatory 30-Day Reset by Sophie Richards (£25, Penguin Michael Joseph)
Gut-friendly lemon, turmeric and ginger switchel
Support your digestion and help protect your immune system with this antioxidant-packed switchel. Recipe and image courtesy of The Anti-Inflammatory 30-Day Reset by Sophie Richards (£25, Penguin Michael Joseph)
6-a-day smoothie
With six servings of fruit and veg, this delicious smoothie is packed full of nutrients. Recipe and image courtesy of
The Watercress Company, watercress.co.uk
Kale, oat and banana smoothie
Boost your day with this easy smoothie recipe, packed with nutrient-rich kale, plus oats and bananas for lasting energy. Recipe and image courtesy of Discover Great Veg, discovergreatveg.co.uk
4 fuss-free snacks
These tasty snacks are under 100 calories each and take less than 10 minutes to make. Recipe and image courtesy of Aldi, aldi.co.uk
Lentil, pea and crispy aubergine dhal
Ready in just 45 minutes, this satisfying and tasty dhal recipe will be your new midweek go-to. Recipe and image courtesy of No-Nonsense Nutrition by Dominique Ludwig (£26, Bluebird). Photography: Smith & Gilmour
Chicken satay skewers
With 40g of protein per portion, these succulent and flavourful chicken satay skewers will keep you fuller for longer. Recipe and image courtesy of No-Nonsense Nutrition by Dominique Ludwig (£26, Bluebird). Photography: Smith & Gilmour
Stuffed sweet potatoes
Get 3 of your 5 a day with this nutritious and hearty dish. Recipe and image courtesy of Asda, asda.com
Chocolate mini egg cake
With light and fluffy sponge, swirls of icing and a big handful of chocolate eggs, the whole family will love this chocolate mini egg cake. Recipe and image courtesy of Waitrose, waitrose.com
Hot cross brownies
Use up leftover hot cross buns for these wonderfully fudgy brownies – they're the perfect Easter dessert! Recipe and image courtesy of Waitrose, waitrose.com
Mini doughnut nests
Smother fluffy ring doughnuts in chocolate and decorate with sprinkles and milk chocolate eggs for this mouth-watering Easter treat. Recipe and image courtesy of Asda, asda.com
Sweet potato and spinach gratin
Enjoy this nutritious and delicious dish as a hearty side or main course. Recipe and image courtesy of Aldi, aldi.co.uk
Purple sprouting broccoli tart
Top puff pastry with plant-based cream cheese, fresh pesto, purple sprouting broccoli and cherry tomatoes for this tasty and simple vegan main. Recipe and image courtesy of Tesco Real Food,
realfood.tesco.com
