Food and Drink
New cookery school opens in South Devon
A new, ultra-modern cookery school on the edge of Dartmoor, South Devon, has opened its doors this autumn. The Ashburton Cookery School boasts newly built, custom-designed premises, with three new state-of-the art teaching kitchens equipped with the latest Siemens appliances.
How to make the ultimate fudge - just in time for Christmas
Everyone has their favourite dessert but that doesn’t always mean they know how to make it! Thankfully, help is at hand with this simple step-by-step pudcast with celebrity chef Phil Vickery.
Heston Blumenthal announces winner of national culinary challenge
Today Heston Blumenthal announces the winner of a nationwide search for the culinary British innovator of the future set to transform the UK cooking experience. Since its launch in April the ‘Kitchen Innovation Challenge’, has seen 600 new ideas submitted from across the UK.
Christmas at Planet Hollywood - Welcome to tinsel town
Planet Hollywood has launched a festive menu to spread Christmas cheer throughout the winter months. For the perfect yuletide event, a traditional feast with all the trimmings has been added to their diverse menu.
The Ebury celebrates Thanksgiving in London
This year Thanksgiving will fall on Thursday 26th November and in honour of this occasion chic brasserie and bar The Ebury has launched a Thanksgiving Menu that will be served over the last weekend in November.
Oceans 12 – Award winning photographers support marine environment
Few people are better qualified to inspire the protection of the oceans than the world’s finest underwater photographers and that’s why the UK’s pioneering shark and marine conservation organisation, Bite-Back, turned to them for help.
Christmas market with a difference celebrates quality Scottish products
Bored of the usual Christmas shopping experience? Then visit Glisten! - an exciting and alternative six-day Christmas market which will celebrate Scotland’s diverse creative talent, ranging from high-end fashion and interior designers to jewellers, painters and other leading craft makers.
Oat-standing porridge
Goldilocks was right to be picky about her porridge. We all have our own personal preferences and thanks to over 150 years of milling experience, the team at Jordans Cereals, understands that. Jordans, makers breakfast cereals and cereal bars, now have a range of two tasty porridge varieties guaranteed to satisfy any palate.
Add a dollop of deliciousness to your Christmas feast
This Christmas, don’t let the turkey take the centre stage. Add an extra dollop of deliciousness to your family gatherings with some Cornish ice cream.
Stroke risk as millions of Brits ignore salt warning
Millions of Brits are risking their health by ignoring official advice warning about the dangers of salt intake according to research released this week.
Winter dishes and chutney - the perfect pear
Britain yields its harvest of pears during the Autumn and Winter months when they are at their sweetest. There are several British varieties, but the most bountiful is the Conference pear, so named for the award it received at the 1885 International Pear Conference (honestly).
New budget Champagne tours that won’t break the bank
Break out the bubbly – specialist operator Grape Escapes has uncorked a new budget range of Champagne tours for 2010 for cash conscious wine lovers. The new packages offer a flexible and affordable introduction to the Champagne region and its celebrated wines from just £184 per person.
Kashmiri cuisine on the menu at Le Méridien Al Aqah
Le Méridien Al Aqah’s Indian restaurant, Swaad, will offer a selection of traditional Kashmiri dishes during December, while Taste Thai Restaurant will sizzle with a delicious variety of Sizzling Platters.
Posh to get a taste of the Austrian Tirol
On Thursday 3rd December, Victoria Beckham will be in attendance at one the greatest clubs in the Alps, Pacha in the Designhotel Madlein, Ischgl, for the launch of the first designer bottles of RICH Prosecco and RICH Rosé. The top ski resort of Ischgl in the Austrian Tirol will welcome the style icon, fashion designer and former Spice Girl, for a specially themed ‘Music and Fashion Fairytale’ evening.
New survey reveals changing attitudes amongst female drinkers
A new study released as part of the Martini ‘Stay Beautiful’ campaign suggests an emerging trend amongst women who enjoy a drink but want to be able to maintain their style & sophistication throughout the evening.