cooking

Side-by-side photos of Royal Navy veteran and baker Penny Melville-Brown— one of the UK's most inspiring blind voices. On the left, a black-and-white portrait shows her in naval uniform and cap, smiling confidently. On the right, a recent colour photograph by Joshua Bratt shows her in a bright blue top and striped apron, smiling warmly while preparing food in a kitchen. The image reflects her journey from naval officer to founder of Baking Blind, a project teaching inclusive cooking to people around the world.

Inspiring Blind UK Voices You Should Know

Representation matters — and the RealSAM BookClub community is built on the idea that stories should be accessible to everyone. Across the UK, blind and

An overhead view of an autumn-style meal spread out on a round wooden table. Dishes containing mashed potatoes, gravy, sliced turkey, rolls, roasted vegetables (like broccoli), and sliced meats (possibly ham or roast beef) are arranged on numerous plates and bowls, arranged amongst fallen leaves. A hand can be seen reaching to grab a serving utensil, suggesting the food is being shared. The arrangement is somewhat informal but also organized, designed for family-style sharing. A cloth napkin is folded in the background. The lighting is diffused and warm, casting soft shadows. RealSAM's accessible cooking tips helped to make this delicious autumnal feast.

Autumn Cooking Tips for Accessible Cooking

  Autumn is the perfect season to enjoy warm, comforting meals. For blind and partially sighted cooks, preparing seasonal dishes can be both simple and

Pocket Screen with some measuring cups

In Your Pocket in the Kitchen

Cooking can be an amazing experience or a chore, depending on the mind set you bring to it on any given day. And of course