The Foyer

Come along for a rewarding day outdoors, lend a hand with gardening tasks, meet new people, and help keep this lovely green space thriving. No experience needed, just enthusiasm and a willingness to get stuck in!

• Date: Friday 16th May
• Time: 10am
• Location: Riboleau Gardens

If you are interested in joining us speak to a member of the team for more information.

Get ready to bake! 🎉

From 15th April, you can start creating your own St George’s Day themed decorations in preparation for our Bake Off.

Baking officially begins on 21st April, giving you time to perfect your cake!

🧑‍🍳 Judging takes place on the 23rd April at 3pm
🥣 All ingredients will be provided

Don’t worry if you need support, you can bake independently or with help.

Let your creativity shine and join in the fun, we can’t wait to see (and taste!) what you create!

Hello April! 🌷
Our latest newsletter has landed, bringing you fresh updates, important info, and a look at what’s ahead this month.

Grab a cuppa and have a read ☕
Let us know what you think!

We’re excited to bring you this month’s Venner Box, packed with fresh ingredients and inspiration to help you cook healthy meals at home.

This April, you’ll get easy links to all the recipes, so you can create each dish step-by-step with confidence. Whether you’re new to cooking or already love being in the kitchen, these meals are designed to be simple, tasty, and family‑friendly.

🍽️ Healthy Cooking at Home
The Venner programme supports you in making nutritious meals without the stress. Every recipe is crafted to help you get the most out of the food in your box and reduce food waste, so nothing goes unused and every ingredient stretches further.

📖 Includes a Helpful Recipe Book
Inside your box, you’ll also find a handy recipe book filled with tips, guidance, and ideas to help you make the most of each ingredient. Keep it by your side while cooking or use it to spark inspiration throughout the month!

We can’t wait to see what you cook up—happy April cooking! 🌟

Here are the links to the videos to help you get started:

https://vimeo.com/611541402?fl=pl&fe=cm - Mushroom stir fry

https://vimeo.com/611545169?fl=pl&fe=cm - Lentil coconut soup

https://vimeo.com/611549349?fl=pl&fe=cm - Peaceful pasta

https://vimeo.com/611553343?fl=pl&fe=cm - Zingy cabbage slaw & quinoa

https://vimeo.com/611557459?fl=pl&fe=cm - Venner tray bake

As we step into March, there’s a real sense of things gathering pace again. This month’s newsletter brings together the key updates, announcements, and moments worth knowing about, all in one place. We’re also excited to spotlight our upcoming cooking sessions, which continue to bring people together through good food, shared creativity, and a chance to unwind.

With spring just around the corner, it feels like the perfect time for fresh starts and renewed energy. Whether you’re picking up something new or returning to familiar routines, we hope this edition gives you a little boost as we head into a brighter season.

We are pleased to announce that our Venner boxes are back!

Every month we will be receiving a box filled with ingredients to create tasty meals. Venner is known for providing a healthy food at home experience, to empower people to live healthy happy lives.

Eating isn't always about elevating hunger, nor does eating purely serve physical health needs. Cooking and enjoying healthful foods, accompanied with eating within positive social environments, is nourishing for your physical and mental wellbeing.

Often this can feel unachievable, especially when faced with difficult economic or social surroundings, a lot of mixed media messaging and the challenges of every day life!

A great place to start is being curious and interested about the food you're eating. Positive decision making goes hand in hand with the confidence that those choices will create healthy outcomes for you.

Join us each week for fun and welcoming Venner Box cooking sessions, where good food brings good people together. It’s a relaxed chance to meet new friends, pick up fresh cooking skills, and enjoy creating something delicious as a group. Whether you’re a confident cook or just curious to try something new, you’ll be part of a warm, supportive community that makes the experience even better.

Look out for the posters for more details on dates and time.

In this penultimate episode, host Phoebe Newton shines a light on one of SNG’s most impactful supported living schemes: The Foyer in Ryde, Isle of Wight. A place which offers safe accommodation, stability and opportunities for young people who face homelessness.

Phoebe is joined by Luis Montague, a resident of the Foyer, and Nina Kennerdale, one of it’s Team Leaders. Together, they break down how the Foyer works, the challenges young people face today and why this kind of support can be truly life changing.

Luis opens up about his journey to the Foyer while Nina offers a frontline perspective to the services they offer on the island.

This episode cuts through misconceptions and celebrates the resilience and community at the heart of the Foyer.

Click below to listen,

Episode Five – A turning point for youth homelessness

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Today is all about golden stacks, sweet toppings, and that one slightly questionable flip we all pretend didn’t happen. Whether you’re a lemon‑and‑sugar purist or you go all in with chocolate, fruit, and syrup, we hope your day is filled with fluffy goodness.

And because we love any excuse to celebrate, we’ll be making our own pancakes on 17th February at 6pm. Come along, get flipping, and enjoy an evening of good company and even better pancakes.

Save the date, bring your appetite, and let’s make it a delicious one.

This Saturday we are celebrating Valentine’s in the best way we know how, with a homemade spag bol dinner and a space where everyone can feel welcome. It’s a chance to pause, share a meal, and remember that you’re part of a community that cares. Whether you’re here for the food, the chat, or just a quiet moment, we’d love for you to join us.