Nancy Birtwhistle is a Hull-born baker and Sunday Times bestselling author who won the fifth series of The Great British Bake Off in 2014. Nancy worked as a GP practice manager in the NHS for thirty-six years until she retired in 2007. Motivated by protecting the planet for her ten grandchildren, Nancy decided to change how she used plastic, single use products and chemicals in her home. Sharing her tips online, she amassed an engaged international following of devoted fans interested not only in her delicious recipes, but also her innovative ideas and time-saving swaps that rethink everyday household chores to make as little an impact on the environment as possible.
This book will change your way of thinking - as a baker myself it is so good to read such useful tips on making core ingredients myself, keeping my ingredients fresh, and therefore reducing waste! The recipes are delicious, and are definitely going to make green living easier! The tips and tricks are just brilliant. -- <font face= verdana, tahoma ><span>Jane Dunn, author of <i>Jane's Patisserie</i></span></font> In a world where we are constantly told to do better for the environment but never told how, Nancy has done just that! Finally, an eco-friendly home guide that's relatable and we can all follow so doing our bit doesn't feel so out of our reach. * Sophie Liard, The Folding Lady * An absolute treasure trove of tips. A must-have! -- Gemma Bray, 'The Organised Mum' Full of green tips, recipes and projects, every family needs a copy. -- Katie Fforde