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Recipes, beekeeper stories, honey science, and everything we have learned in six generations of beekeeping. Browse by topic or start with what is new.
Bees
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Bees Beekeeping Honey Education Conservation Science Bees are the most important group of animal pollinators on Earth. Between 24,705 and 26,164 species are estimated to exist worldwide – a figure 18 to...
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Honey Guide
Honey Guide Everything you need to know about raw honey, from varieties and origins to how it's made, stored, and identified. Practical guides on single-origin honeys, monofloral varieties, crystallisation, raw versus commercial, and the history and culture of honey across the world.
Honey Guide / Health & Wellness
Syrups & Sweeteners: Raw Honey
The HoneyBee & Co. Guide to Natural Alternatives for Healthy Living At HoneyBee & Co., we believe sweetness should nourish, not strip...
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Honey Guide
HoneyBee & Co.: From Transylvanian Apiaries to Three Consecutive Vogue Features
By Dragos Nistor, Founder & CEO, HoneyBee & Co.October 2024 I learned beekeeping from five in a Transylvanian acacia forest. My grandfather...
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Honey Guide
Wildflower Honey vs Heather Taste UK: A Comparative Guide
Wondering how wildflower honey vs heather taste? Wildflower honey is sweet and floral, while heather honey offers a rich, earthy flavor. This...
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Honey Guide / Sustainability
Forests: Top Benefits of Forest Conservation in 2026
Forests: Top Benefits of Forest Conservation in 2026 At HoneyBee & Co. we produce raw honey and support forest‑friendly beekeeping across the...
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Sustainability
Sustainability Bees, pollinators, and the environment. Honest reporting on pollinator decline, climate impact on hives, deforestation, ethical beekeeping, and what brands and consumers can do. Aligned with our SME London Most Eco-Friendly Award 2024.
Sustainability
Heather Plants: Complete Guide to Growing and Caring for Hardy Heathers
Few plants offer the year-round beauty and low-maintenance appeal of heather. These small evergreen shrubs captivate gardeners with their evergreen foliage, extended...
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Forests: Top Benefits of Forest Conservation in 2026
Forests: Top Benefits of Forest Conservation in 2026 At HoneyBee & Co. we produce raw honey and support forest‑friendly beekeeping across the...
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Honey Guide / Sustainability
Organic Harvest: Nature for a Sustainable Future
Organic harvest refers to the cultivation and procurement of crops and livestock using sustainable, natural practices that eliminate the use of synthetic...
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Honey Guide / Sustainability
Deforestation: Facts, Causes, Effects, and Solutions
Deforestation encompasses the facts and figures of a dramatically changing world, where lush green forests are being constantly eroded, leading to a...
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Recipes
Recipes Raw honey recipes for every meal and occasion. Breakfast, baking, marinades, dressings, drinks, desserts, and savoury dishes, each tested and written to make the most of single-origin and monofloral honeys.
Recipes
Acacia Honey and Blue Cheese Pairings
HoneyBee & Co. · Lifestyle & Pairing Acacia Honey and Blue Cheese: The Pairing Worth Knowing By Dragos Nistor · Updated May...
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Health & Wellness / Recipes
Indulge in Autumn’s Sweet Bliss: Heavenly Honey-Drizzled Apple Puffs Recipe!
Recipe·Dessert·British·Autumn Honey-Drizzled Apple Puffs A cinnamon-spiced autumn dessert. Six golden puffs in just over an hour, finished with a generous drizzle of...
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Recipes
Malaysian Tapioca Cake – Kuih Binka Ubi
HoneyBee & Co. · Recipe Malaysian Tapioca Cake: Kuih Binka Ubi By Dragos Nistor · Updated May 2026 Prep 10 min Cook...
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Recipes
Sweet and Savory Delights: Exploring the Combination of Honey and Wagyu Beef
HoneyBee & Co. · Cooking Guide Sweet and Savoury Delights: Exploring the Combination of Honey and Wagyu Beef By Dragos Nistor ·...
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Pairings
Pairings How to pair raw honey with cheese, wine, tea, and food. Gift guides, entertaining ideas, and pairing notes for every occasion, written for hosts, food lovers, and anyone giving honey as a thoughtful present.
Pairings
Sweet Gifts: The Ultimate Guide to Delicious Present Ideas
Sweet gifts are some of the most memorable presents you can give, and the best ones share a single quality: they feel...
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Pairings
The Unique Appeal of Honey Holiday Gifts
The Unique Appeal of Honey Holiday Gifts At HoneyBee & Co., we take pride in offering honey holiday gifts that combine nature’s...
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Pairings / Health & Wellness
Honey Gift UK
Honey Gift UK Acacia Honey UK Gift packs – For a great gift that your friends and family will love, try giving...
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Pairings / Recipes
Honey with Wine and Cheese: An Interesting Aperitif Guide.
Aperitif Guide·Honey·Wine·Cheese Honey with Wine and Cheese: An Aperitif Guide Raw honey, paired well, transforms a cheese board from accompaniment into event....
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Bees
Bees Bee biology, beekeeping practices, and stories from our apiaries. Six generations of beekeeping experience covering honeybee species, pollination, hive management, and the people behind the honey, from Transylvania to the Yorkshire Moors.
Bees
Bees InfoGraphic
Bees Beekeeping Honey Education Conservation Science Bees are the most important group of animal pollinators on Earth. Between 24,705 and 26,164 species...
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Bees
5 Incredible Buildings Inspired By Beehives
Buildings Inspired By Beehives? Why should we get inspired by bees? A beehive is essentially an office for a huge number of...
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