Food and Drink
Turn ‘Blue Monday’ orange
January 25 is predicted to be 2010’s most depressing day of the year,* due to gloomy weather, debt levels, time elapsed since Christmas and broken New Year Resolutions, which is why The World’s Original Marmalade Festival is urging everyone to turn the day dubbed ‘Blue Monday’ orange!
Romance and tradition in Hong Kong
Loong Toh Yuen, the popular Cantonese dining restaurant at heritage building Hullett House in Hong Kong, provides the perfect backdrop for lovebirds of any age to celebrate both Valentine’s Day and the New Year of the Tiger, with a special six course set menu for $999 (plus 10% service charge) of cherished Hong Kong dishes that are complemented by a selection of contemporary flavours.
The Ebury hosts a Burns Night Supper
The Ebury will be hosting a Burns Night Supper on January 25th to celebrate the life of renowned Scottish poet, Robert Burns.
Tough new powers to tackle alcohol crime
A ban on irresponsible promotions including "all you can drink for £10" deals plus a compulsory requirement to check under 18s for ID are among the final conditions of a proposed mandatory code for alcohol retailers, Home Secretary Alan Johnson announced today.
Eat 40 per cent more with YO! Sushi!
Thinking about your New Year’s resolution checklist? Want to get fit? Drink less? Travel? Help others? Why not just eat 40% more!
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Champagne
Treat your loved-one to a glass of vintage fizz this Valentine’s Day on a romantic wine-tasting weekend in Champagne.
Michelin launches 2010 guide
The Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 2010 will be available in bookshops from Wednesday 20 January priced at £15.99 (€18.99 in Ireland).
Glasgow diners eat out for less
Glasgow Restaurateurs’ Association (GRA) and Glasgow City Marketing Bureau have joined forces to launch Dinearound as part of Celtic Connections 2010.
Barford pub to host first comedy night
The Granville @ Barford is hosting its first comedy night attracting three headline acts - Gary Delaney, Andy White and Sean Percival. All three star acts, who normally perform at major comedy clubs including Jongleurs, The Comedy Club and Glee Club, will perform at the award-winning dining pub on Sunday 31 January.
Fish on the lighter side of life
For those looking for a meal that is light on the calories, but not light on taste, Young’s has created the perfect range of ‘Light and Easy’ recipes.
Recession diet hits the UK’s waistline
Fresh fruit and vegetables are off the menu, as recession-hit Britons put their health on the back burner in favour of a diet of junk food and ready meals, new research has revealed.
New cafe restaurant opens in Putney
Wallace & Co is a new cafe restaurant owned by Gregg Wallace and the team behind his company Secrett’s Direct. From its base at Secrett’s Farm in Milford, Surrey, Secrett’s Direct grows high quality fruit and veg specifically for the restaurant market, with the emphasis on flavour, not appearance or shelf life.
The best of Norfolk produce from land and sea
The EDP Bidwells Norfolk Food Festival 2010 will be taking place from September 18 to October 3 reflecting the best of Norfolk produce from the land and the sea.
How healthy is your child’s lunchbox?
Research published this week by the University of Leeds has revealed that only 1% of children’s lunchboxes meet the Government’s nutritional standards. With over 5.5bn packed lunches being eaten each year, this is a staggering amount of junk food that children are potentially consuming.
How to cook the ultimate Valentine’s dinner
Boys and girls in the know are preparing for Valentine’s Day with the help of Nomad Food & Design as the luxury Parisian based caterer launches its inventive cookery classes with a romantic focus.