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Ultimate Chilli DressingChristmas turkey might take centre stage, but let’s be honest, it’s the roast potatoes that steal the show. Golden and crispy on the outside, light and fluffy on the inside, they’re the bite everyone reaches for first. Whether you’re already a roastie hero or hoping to make this year your finest potato performance yet, we’ve joined forces with the good folks at Albert Bartlett to bring you our top tips for roast potato perfection.
Once you’ve nailed the basics, the world is your oyster in terms of flavour. We love these Garlic & Rosemary Potatoes, whilst our Honey & Mustard Potatoes deliver a dish that sings with flavour. For more brilliant potato tips and insights, our social media feeds are bursting with inspiration.
The Secret to Roastie Perfection
1. Start with the right potato
Albert Bartlett’s Original Rooster Potatoes really are the ultimate choice. We’ve cooked with a lot of potatoes in the Mellow Yellow Kitchen and can confidently say – there’s nothing quite like these. Their floury texture and distinctive taste make them perfect for achieving that crispy exterior and fluffy centre.
2. Choose the right oil
Mellow Yellow Cold Pressed Rapeseed Oil brings a subtle, buttery flavour and a high smoke point of 230°C. That means golden potatoes without burning, a nice even colour, a beautiful crisp on the outside and a fluffy interior. The highest smoke point of all the fats, it ensures consistent results and trumps other fats commonly used for potatoes with a lower smoke point.
3. Prep for crispiness
Whilst varying shapes and sizes are fun, peeling each potato into large 4–5cm chunks gives a good surface area for crisping. Salting the water well and adding 1/2 tsp of baking soda is a good hack as it breaks down the surface and softens the edges, setting the stage for a glorious crunch.
4. Parboil and shake
Place the potatoes in cold water, let them hit boiling point and parboil for 8-10 minutes until the edges begin to soften. Shake the pan to rough them up, then let them steam dry for 10 minutes.
5. Roast like a pro
Preheat your oil in the oven until sizzling hot (around 190-200C), then add the potatoes (you should hear that satisfying sizzle when they hit the tray). Spreading them out aids crispiness, overcrowding kills it, so let them breathe a little! Flip halfway through for an even crunch on all sides.
6. Add aromatics
A classic roast potato is always a win in our opinion, but there’s lots of ways to ramp up the flavour and bring a fresh take to the table. Adding aromatics like garlic, rosemary, thyme or flavoured salts will give you a roastie that pops, or grate in a touch of zest for a festive flair.
5. Serve immediately
Crispy roasties are always best served straight out of the oven. Just don’t expect them to hang around very long…
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British cold pressed rapeseed oil is the unsung hero of healthy cooking oils. With its low saturated fat content, naturally high Omega 3 levels, and a delicate nutty flavour, it’s the perfect alternative to olive oil or butter for everyday dishes and indulgent treats.
Here are five tasty ways to make this versatile, sustainable oil shine in your kitchen:
Bake beautiful cakes
Swap butter or sunflower oil for cold pressed rapeseed oil in sponge or loaf cakes. Its subtle flavour lets ingredients sing, while the healthier fat profile makes bakes lighter without compromising on texture. Try this moist lemon loaf cake, classic beetroot & chocolate cake, or even a seasonal showstopper like our refreshingly easy Christmas cake.
Make a Vibrant Dressing
Whisk vinegar or lemon juice with mustard, then drizzle in the rapeseed oil and honey for a quick, zingy salad dressing. Its smooth texture and mild nuttiness balance sharp flavours beautifully, making it ideal for drizzling over fresh greens or roasted vegetables.
Roast the Crispiest Potatoes
Step aside duck fat! For golden, crunchy roasties, rapeseed oil is unbeatable. Its high smoke point means you can crank up the oven without worry, ensuring potatoes that are fluffy inside and irresistibly crisp outside. We suggest starting with our garlic and rosemary roast potatoes for a next level roastie experience. Or simply pop potatoes into our recipe search box and try them all!
Sear Meat to Perfection
Whether you’re cooking steak, chicken, or lamb, rapeseed oil’s high smoke point makes it ideal for sautéing onions and searing meat, locking in bold flavours and delivering that beautifully caramelised, restaurant‑style crust you’d expect from a chef’s kitchen.
Make a Creamy Mayonnaise
Homemade mayo is a game-changer, and rapeseed oil gives it a silky texture with a subtle nutty note. Blend egg yolks, mustard, and vinegar, then slowly drizzle in rapeseed oil until it emulsifies into a luscious spread. Perfect for sandwiches, dips, or dolloping onto roasted veg, it’s so easy to make and entirely additive-free. Try this roasted garlic mayonnaise by Sophie at The Corner Plot (just don’t expect it to hang around for long…)
Why Choose Rapeseed Oil?
– Low in saturated fat – for heart-friendly cooking.
– Rich in Omega 3 – supporting a balanced diet.
– Versatile – from baking to frying, dressings to dips.
– No air miles – Grown, pressed, filtered & bottled on our British farm
– Delicious – with a subtle buttery, nutty flavour
Cold pressed rapeseed oil isn’t just another ingredient; it’s a kitchen essential that elevates everyday cooking while supporting a healthier lifestyle.
Find out more about the health benefits of Mellow Yellow.
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If you’ve ever picked up a bottle of Mellow Yellow cold pressed rapeseed oil or drizzled one of our dressings over a fresh salad, chances are Rachel Lindsay had something to do with it. Our Commercial Manager of 10 years, she works tirelessly to connect our products with the people who love them: from home cooks to professional chefs, national and independent retailers to regional and national UK wholesalers.
But her role doesn’t stop there. Rachel is the face behind our promotional plans and the passionate advocate presenting to wholesale teams and chefs about the benefits of our oils and dressings. Whether she’s hosting a farm visit, chatting with loyal customers, or promoting rapeseed oil benefits, she brings a deep understanding of what makes Mellow Yellow so special and is a passionate advocate for sustainably produced British rapeseed oil.
“I love working with such a wide variety of customers,” Rachel shares. “Every conversation teaches me something new, and I’m always looking for ways to apply those insights to improve how we work. We’ve witnessed positive growth for our chef-approved oils, and one of the best rewards is seeing how chefs use Mellow Yellow in professional kitchens. It’s a constant source of inspiration!”
Working closely with our brilliant Operations Manager, Becky, to ensure we produce just the right amount of product to meet demand (never too little, never too much), Rachel always has an eye on quality – ensuring every single customer we supply gets the freshest, highest-quality oils.
So next time you enjoy a splash of Mellow Yellow, know that Rachel’s dedication helped bring it to your table. She’s not just managing our commercial strategy, she’s building relationships, championing sustainability, and helping our brand grow with purpose.
At Mellow Yellow, we believe that great food starts with great ingredients—and YOU – our wonderful customers who cook and bake with Mellow Yellow at home each day. From cosy bakes to vibrant one-pot stews, our community is full of passionate home cooks, creative thinkers, and flavour lovers who bring their own sense of warmth and inspiration to every dish.
That’s why we’re celebrating your kitchen creations with our #MadeWithMellowYellow campaign. Whether it’s a seasonal showstopper or a comforting weeknight meal, we know the best recipes come from real kitchens, shared stories, and a love for cooking that brings people together around your table.
Our Cold Pressed Rapeseed Oil , Chilli Oil and Dressings are a staple in so many of your dishes, and now we want to shine a light on how you use it—because every recipe tells a story, and every story deserves to be shared.
How to Get Involved
Tag your recipes with #MadeWithMellowYellow on Instagram, Facebook or TikTok , or email us your creations. We’ll be featuring our favourites across our website and social channels, building a space where food joy, learning, and community thrive. And there’s a Mellow Yellow goodie bag up for grabs each month for the star recipe creator.
We can’t wait to see what you’ve been cooking!
We’re delighted to introduce the newest member of the Mellow Yellow family: our brand-new 2-litre rapeseed oil refill pouch, now available on Ocado.
Crafted with care on our Northamptonshire farm, this pouch is more than just bigger—it’s a win for your wallet, your kitchen and the planet.
Why choose our refill pouch?
Great value: More oil for your roasties, stir fries, bakes and dressings at a brilliant price.
Waste-conscious design: Refill your existing Mellow Yellow bottles at home and cut down on single-use plastic
Eco credentials: The pouch uses up to 80% less plastic than traditional plastic bottles and helps lower carbon emissions.
Recyclable: At your local soft plastics recycling centre where it will be processed and turned into new products.
With its smooth, nutty flavour, our rapeseed oil refill pouch is a true kitchen staple—rich in Omega 3, low in saturated fat, and pressed right here from seed to bottle (or pouch!) on the Mellow Yellow farm.
The easy-pour spout also means less mess. Simply remove the inner pourer from your Mellow Yellow bottle, refill, replace the pourer and you’re all set! Whether you’re baking beautiful cakes or crisping up roast potatoes, this refill pouch is a brilliant culinary sidekick that’s built for everyday use in the kitchen.
Find it on Ocado alongside our full range of award-winning dressings and oils.
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Looking for easy home-cooked meals that are healthy, flavourful, and simple to make? You’re in the right place! Meet Eli — co-founder of Mellow Yellow and the creative mind behind our most-loved Mellow Yellow rapeseed oil recipes. Her passion for simple cooking and natural ingredients shines through every dish.
Each recipe is crafted with care, tested in the Mellow Yellow kitchen, and designed to help you cook with confidence. Whether you’re planning a plant-based dinner, a quick lunch, or a comforting bake, these dishes are guaranteed to bring joy to your kitchen.
Beetroot & Chocolate Cake
Moist, rich, and naturally vibrant – this family favourite cake recipe dates back to post-war Britain, when beetroot was used to deepen the chocolate colour. Eli’s version is more indulgent—with chocolate chips and Mellow Yellow cold-pressed rapeseed oil for a soft, velvety texture.
Her daughters still request it every time they visit!
Seed & Nut Granola
Skip the supermarket shelves and make your own healthy granola recipe at home. Packed with seeds, nuts, and Mellow Yellow oil, this crunchy golden mix is perfect with yoghurt or as a snack. It’s one of Eli’s go-to breakfasts for busy mornings and you can put your own stamp on it with your choice of nuts and fruits.
Honey & Mustard Sausage Hot Pot
A one-pot comfort dish for the whole family, this easy sausage casserole is a Duncan original—just layer your ingredients, pop it in the oven, and enjoy an hour later. Perfect for those busy days when you don’t have stacks of time to cook, but still want something hearty and delicious, it is a great way to use up root veg.
Squash with Black Beans & Tahini
Inspired by Ottolenghi, this plant-based dinner is packed with protein and flavour and combines squash, black beans, herbs, and tahini for a satisfying, nutrient-rich meal. It’s proof that meat-free cooking can be hearty, wholesome, and absolutely delicious!
Cottage Cheese & Honey on Toast
Need a quick lunch idea with a spicy twist? This high-protein toast topping is a genius combo of cottage cheese, honey, sea salt, and a drizzle of Mellow Yellow Chilli Oil. It’s one of Eli’s favourite easy lunch recipes—and dangerously moreish!
Crispy Roast Potatoes
Golden, fluffy, and healthier than goose fat! Made with our cold-pressed rapeseed oil, these roasties are crisp on the outside, soft on the inside, and packed with flavour. They’re a staple in the Mellow Yellow kitchen and a must-have for any Sunday roast dinner.
Try our Garlic & Rosemary Roast Potatoes
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We’re bubbling with pride at Mellow Yellow HQ—our Cold Pressed Rapeseed Oil and Classic Vinaigrette have each been awarded a coveted 1-star rating from the Great Taste Awards 2025!
These prestigious awards are a true celebration of flavour, craftsmanship and quality, and we couldn’t be more delighted to have both products recognised.
Cold Pressed Rapeseed Oil
Our British grown rapeseed oil took centre stage with the judges describing it as having a “delightful nutty nose” and a “creamy mouthfeel.” The oil’s fresh, peppery finish, buttery flavour, and layered richness really hit the mark. Not only did our award-winning rapeseed oil charm with its smooth texture, but its versatility sparked a flurry of home-cooking inspiration. From roasting and baking to frying and drizzling, it’s a healthy cooking oil you’ll reach for again and again.
Classic Vinaigrette Dressing
This homemade-style salad dressing was praised for its vibrant colour, pleasing aroma, and beautifully balanced flavour profile. Judges noted its smooth texture and subtle sweetness, with just the right amount of mustard leading the charge. It’s the perfect partner for summer salads, roasted vegetables, and everything in between—versatile, vibrant, and full of character.
At Mellow Yellow, we’re passionate about producing delicious oils and dressings with an authentic flavour. Being recognised by the expert panel at Great Taste is not only a tremendous honour—it’s fuel for our continued commitment to sustainable food production, with quality, flavour and provenance in every bottle.
Thank you to the judges for their thoughtful and thorough feedback, and to our amazing customers for your continued support. These awards are for you as much as they are for us.
We’re often asked why we don’t label our rapeseed oil as extra virgin cold pressed. After all, our gentle, minimal processing mirrors that of the highest-quality olive oils — cold pressing our seeds to preserve that authentic flavour, colour and nutrition.
So why don’t we use the term?
Quite simply, “extra virgin” is a standard rooted firmly in the world of olive oil — a category with its own rich heritage, regulatory benchmarks and traditions. We have huge respect for the olive oil industry and everything it represents. That’s why we choose not to borrow it for our rapeseed oil, even though our values of quality, care and authenticity are very much the same.
We believe every oil has a place at the table. Whether you’re drizzling, roasting or baking, what matters is how it’s made, where it’s from, and the people behind it. That’s why we champion production on a smaller scale, and why transparency, sustainability and taste are at the heart of everything we do.
Great oil doesn’t need to imitate — it just needs to be really true to its roots.
We were thrilled to welcome the team from Young’s Pubs to our farm in Northamptonshire to give them a first-hand look at how we grow and press our award-winning rapeseed oil. Development Chef, Holly and her team joined founder, Duncan and Commercial Manager, Rachel in our golden fields to explore what we call the ‘process of no process’.
From planting and harvesting our rapeseed to the simple yet careful steps of pressing, filtering, and bottling, we were delighted to share the Mellow Yellow life cycle with one of our most important customers. But more than just a visit, this was an opportunity to bring grower and chef together—to deepen the understanding of ingredients at their source and celebrate the best of British food.
We know that when chefs connect directly with the land and the people who grow the food, incredible things happen. We’ve experienced it many times with local chef James Peck, back in November when Executive Project Chef, Dang Pham from Lexington Catering came to visit, and again more recently when Executive Chef, Stuart Purdy from Bespoke Food Group joined us for a full farm tour. Similar sentiments were echoed by Michelin star chef and friend, Adam Gray in an interview with Mash + Mint about his life in food. Adam has been using Mellow Yellow for the past 20 years and is a great example of a chef who cares deeply about provenance and seasonality.
When a connection is made, the appreciation for quality, sustainability, and innovation in the kitchen only grows stronger, creating dishes that champion real flavour and provenance.
A huge thank you to Young’s Pubs for making the journey—here’s to more collaborations that bring field-to-fork storytelling to life.
This year marks 20 incredible years since Duncan pressed the first batch of seeds into our Mellow Yellow cold-pressed rapeseed oil. What started as a small business idea to diversify the family farm in Northamptonshire, has grown into a national success, with bottles aligning supermarket shelves and serving as the oil of choice in some of Britain’s top restaurants.
Whilst a huge amount has happened in 20 years, one thing has remained unchanged: our commitment to simplicity and excellence using a very simple process of production.
As a brand we’ve always remained steadfast that cold pressed rapeseed oil is very much our homegrown version of imported olive oil. And whilst we believe there is a place for every oil at the table, we are proud to offer an oil that is grown and produced sustainably, that’s carbon neutral, offers great health benefits and huge versatility in the kitchen.
The early days…
Back in 2005, Duncan Farrington and his mother produced the very first batch of Mellow Yellow. Armed with the first bottles of golden oil, Duncan loaded up his battered old Golf car and drove around local shops, securing eight customers—and a speeding ticket in Northampton for his enthusiasm!
One of those early customers, a local butcher, was hesitant at first. But after Duncan explained how Mellow Yellow creates the perfect sear on meat as well as gorgeous golden roast potatoes, he agreed to give it a go. Two weeks later, he called back—he needed more oil. That shop has been a loyal customer ever since.
Whilst Duncan was working on farming, production and sales, Eli was busy in the farmhouse kitchen testing out recipes and dressings using Mellow Yellow. That same kitchen remains the hub of the brand today; the place where new products emerge and delicious seasonal recipes are founded.
Phenomenal Growth, Same Pure Quality
Mellow Yellow has grown exponentially beyond those first few bottles. What started with one press in a grain store has expanded to 18 presses, a new warehouse, and a 14-person team. In fact, we can now bottle as much oil in a single day as we sold in our entire first year!
Along the way, we’ve won prestigious awards, secured national listings with Waitrose and Sainsbury’s, and even caught the attention of big chefs including Nigella Lawson and Michelin-star chefs, Michel Roux Junior and Adam Gray. A particularly poignant moment was when Sheila Dillion visited the farm to make a Radio 4 Food Programme on cold pressed rapeseed oil, which led to a doubling of sales overnight. Then Duncan received the good news that he was to receive an MBE in the 2025 King’s New Year’s Honours list for services to Agriculture and the Food & Drink industry.
It’s been a productive and rewarding 20 years of growth for Mellow Yellow, but despite all of this, our ‘process of no process’ remains at the heart of everything we do. We simply grow and press the LEAF marque seed, filter the oil and place it in bottles. And every one of those bottles undergoes over 30 tests, ensuring sustainability, quality, and that glorious subtle, nutty flavour Mellow Yellow is prized for.
Looking Ahead
Reflecting on 20 years, Duncan says: “We’ve grown beyond what I ever imagined, but one thing has never changed—our commitment to simplicity and excellence. The process of no process is still at the heart of everything we do and I’m forever grateful to the farmers we work with and my team that have worked so hard collectively to make Mellow Yellow the brand it is today.”
As we celebrate this milestone, we want to thank everyone who has supported us—from our loyal customers and brilliant suppliers to our incredible team. Mellow Yellow is ready for the next 20 years, continuing to bring pure, natural products to kitchens everywhere.
Here’s to another two decades of Mellow Yellow magic!