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June 30, 2016

Come join us at The Great Yorkshire Show!

The annual Great Yorkshire Show is almost upon us, and Rakusen's is looking forward to celebrating three whole days of regional agriculture, food, exhibitions at the event.We'll be at the whole show from July 12th and 14th, sharing some of our fabulous products one offering visitors a chance to win a hamper full of Rakusen's goodies!

June 8, 2016

A Euro 2016 inspired treat for Father’s Day

Celebrate Father’s Day with our Euro 2016 inspired Matzo Pizzas!This Father’s Day is set to be extra special, as the year it also falls on a weekend of international European football on TV. Euro 2016 is now upon us, so you might well be expecting your dad to remain firmly planted on the couch in front of the TV this Saturday and Sunday.But, with so much sport to enjoy, wouldn’t it be great if you could find an easy-to-make snack for Dad that he could enjoy during the footy? Well, we think Matzo Pizzas would be perfect… which is why we’ve got a couple of Euro-themed recipes below for you to make for him that will be perfect for the two games on Sunday evening.

June 7, 2016

Prepare for the game with an England vs Wales Matzo Pizza!

If you're looking for a quick and easy snack to have while watching the big England vs Wales match this Thursday, look no further!Nothing says England like a good beef wellington - and if its Wales you want to support, try our lamb alternative. This is a unique twist on a culinary masterpiece, so give it a go and make sure you share the results with us online using the #MatzoPizza hashtag!

June 6, 2016

A few amazing Shavuot recipes

Shavuot is wonderful holiday that serves as an important reminder of the giving of the Torah. The practice of eating dairy is said to symbolise the land promised to the Israelites, which was said to be “flowing with milk and honey”. To help you prepare for this holiday, we’ve found a few dairy-based Shavuot recipes, including a tasty twist on a favourite old recipe.

April 22, 2016

Three Passover breakfast classics

To help you celebrate Passover this year, we've found a few classic breakfast recipes that are a must for anyone who loves to cook. From sweeter treats to hearty savoury dishes, there's something here for everyone to enjoy.

March 24, 2016

Three great recipes for a perfect Purim!

Seudat Purim is upon us, so to host the perfect festival we've gathered together some essential, classic recipes for you to try. There are traditional dishes, as well as a few modern additions... just make sure each dish comes with a generous serving of wine!

March 23, 2016

Recipe: Matzo / Matzah Ball Soup

This is one dish that can't be missed. Matzo Ball Soup - or Matzah Ball Soup as it is often known - is everything you could want in a meal. A delicious, warming reminder of home, this classic recipe is certain to be a winner at the dinner table this evening.

December 15, 2015

Rakusen’s sustainable palm oil policy

Palm oil is an essential ingredient in all sorts of products, from food and drink to cosmetics and detergents. When it comes to our crackers, we use palm oil in a responsible and sustainable way, which you can find out more about here.