Cooking Kneads

29/08/2026

🌿 A LITTLE BANK HOLIDAY QUIZ… A BIT OF FUN WITH A PRIZE! 🌿

We're keeping this one simple – just give us a follow and get the answer right to be in with a chance of winning!

Our new tea towel by local artist Emma Lawrence is packed with 30 illustrations inspired by Shropshire – from wildlife and nature to some of our best-known local landmarks. 💚

But do you know your flowers?

Can you name the flower pictured on the 3rd image.

💡 Clue: it's Shropshire's county flower!

To enter:

💚 Follow

🌿 Comment your answer below 👇

That's it!

One lucky winner will receive:

🎁 An Emma Lawrence Shropshire tea towel
🎁 A £15 Cooking Kneads voucher

Competition closes Monday 31st August, and one winner will be chosen at random from all correct entries across Facebook and Instagram.

Good luck!

Gill & the team x

*This competition is not sponsored, endorsed, administered by or associated with Facebook/Instagram. By entering, you release Instagram from any responsibility relating to the promotion.*

21/08/2026

Last week we had a lovely bit of news and we've been meaning to share it... 🥰

We're absolutely delighted to have been named finalists in TWO categories at this year's Excellence in Housewares Awards:

🏆 Independent Cookshop of the Year

🏆 Excellence in Retail Display – Independent

We don't know exactly who voted for us, but we'd like to say a huge thank you to all the suppliers, reps and industry friends who took the time to vote for our little independent shop.🥹

We're incredibly honoured to be alongside some amazing independent cookshops and retailers, and we're very excited to be heading to the awards at the end of September! Gulp... and fingers crossed! 🤞

Gill & the team x

19/08/2026

Something new and very local has landed at Cooking Kneads! 💚

We're delighted to have the new Emma Lawrence Shropshire tea towel in the shop – and it was lovely to have Emma pop in to show it off with Gill!

Emma is a Shropshire-based, award-winning illustrator and designer, whose beautiful hand-drawn designs are inspired by the countryside and nature around her. We love seeing her Shropshire design brought to life on this 100% cotton tea towel, made in Northern Ireland by Samuel Lamont.

Available in the shop now, and we'll be popping it on the website too. We're also thinking of a little competition next week, so keep your eyes peeled for that! 👀

Gill & the team x

07/08/2026

It's all about the pans this week at Cooking Kneads! 🍳

First up... we've got these gorgeous new B.R.A Hybrid Cell Frying Pans in, and we think they're going to be a real hit.

Designed in Barcelona, they combine the strength of stainless steel with the ease of a ceramic PFAS-free non-stick coating – so you get the best of both worlds.

✔️ Excellent heat distribution for even cooking
✔️ Ceramic PFAS-free non-stick coating
✔️ Perfect for induction hobs
✔️ Dishwasher safe
✔️ Oven safe up to 220°C
✔️ Durable stainless steel construction

They're available in 20cm, 24cm, 26cm and 28cm, with prices starting from £35.99.

Pop into the shop and have a look for yourself – we're open all weekend! They'll also be making their way onto our website very soon.

As always, if you're not sure which pan is right for you, just ask. We're always happy to help. 😊

Gill & the team x

05/08/2026

Don't let the scaffolding fool you... it's business as usual at Cooking Kneads! 😊

There's some essential work being carried out on the frontage at the moment, but we're very much open and ready to welcome you as always.

Whether you're popping in for a browse, looking for a gift or picking up a kitchen essential, we'd love to see you.

Thank you for your patience while the work is being completed, and we look forward to seeing you soon!

Gill & the team x

03/08/2026

July was a busy one here at Cooking Kneads, and these were some of your favourite posts and products. 🥰

From our colourful Mikasa bowls and local designs to handy kitchen essentials, it’s been lovely to see what you’ve been loving over the past month.

Thank you for all your likes, comments and support – we can’t wait to share what’s arriving in August! ✨

Gill & the team x

24/07/2026

Have you been collecting your Shop Shrewsbury stamps? 🛍️

If you're heading into town this weekend, don't forget your Shop Shrewsbury stamp book and enjoy a wander around our lovely town, taking in all our fantastic independent businesses.

And, if you pass us on Wyle Cop, we'd love you to pop in and say hello. Whether you're looking for a gift, treating yourself, or just fancy a browse, we'd love to see you.

Thank you so much for continuing to support local businesses like ours – it really does mean the world to us. ❤️

Have a lovely weekend, and we hope to see you soon!

Gill & the team x

22/07/2026