Who doesn’t love a chocolate egg or two at Easter? Here’s why a little indulgence may not do much harm.
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Egg cases of sharks and rays can be found washed up on the shore. Citizen science data helps scientists understand the life cycles of these marine animals and how to best conserve them.
What makes a good egg? The ethics of chocolate is complicated and often hard to decipher with confusing marketing claims on some product packaging.
The 5th Edition of the Chocolate Scorecard reveals that some retailers are lagging when it comes to selling sustainable products.
Good things can come in chocolatey packages, but read the fine print if you want to avoid potential side effects of eating Easter treats.
Eggs have long symbolised rebirth and renewal, making them perfect to commemorate the story of Jesus’ resurrection.
The firms that do worst on the environment and human slavery in the 2023 Chocolate Scorecard are those whose mission statements extend to little more than making chocolate.
It’s totally fine to eat chocolate with a white film on the surface. But what is it, how did it get there, and how can it be avoided?
A folklorist explains the prehistoric origins of the mythical Easter Bunny and why this longstanding cultural symbol keeps returning each spring.
Are the eggs you’re buying this Easter good for cocoa farmers, kids and the Earth – or actually doing harm? Our 2022 scorecard of the big brands can help you buy better than before.
Many Easter treats hark back to medieval times.
There’s no need for children with food allergies to miss out this Easter. Here’s how to include them in your celebrations and help keep them safe.
Backyard Easter egg hunts can be a joy for all the family and a great way to lift the spirits in isolation. They can also provide insight into how different children manage treat foods.
Easter is actually a mish-mash of different traditions celebrating the coming of spring.
Do we really need to celebrate with boxes and plastic?
A short history of Easter egg economics.
Chocolate is proof the universe loves us and wants us to be happy. Here’s how to hunt up the best, most-sustainable and ethically-tasty chocolate eggs this Easter.
It’s all about what you do after you indulge.
A scholar explains the rich historical roots of Easter and how it has evolved over the centuries.
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