Food and Drink
Paper teabags – the end is nigh!
Recent reports have announced the introduction of nylon tea bags in supermarkets across the country. Sainsbury’s now sells St James fruit teas which use the nylon teabag and Asda uses them for its Extra Special range. Despite their high price, Asda has reported that they have proven popular with consumers.
Australian Christmas puds impress Londoners
Pudding Lane’s (puddinglane.uk.com) sumptuous handmade festive dessert range attracted crowds of food lovers at London’s BBC Good Food Show last weekend (16 to 18 November 2007). Visitors were on fine foodie form at the show in Olympia, west London, as they shopped ‘til they dropped for Christmas treats, presents and dinner party goodies.
Top tipples for festive feasts
Bookers Vineyard has helped take the hassle out of your Christmas meal this year, matching a selection of its award winning wines with a menu of seasonal favourites - from starters through to puds.
Wines for the winter season
Matching wine and food is becoming increasingly popular but Morrisons’ wine experts can also help you find the perfect wine to complement the time of year. So now there is a distinct chill in the air, reminding us that winter is just around the corner, Morrisons Wine Development Manager, Stuart Purdie, shares some of his expert knowledge on what’s best to drink to give you that warming glow during the colder months.
Morrisons launch range of festive puddings
Morrisons have launched its most delectable range of Christmas puddings to date with a selection so scrumptious you’ll be spoiled for choice. It’s enough to make your mouth water just thinking about them.
Akvinta luxury vodka wins Chicago gold medal
Akvinta super premium vodka has been awarded exceptional status and a gold medal by the Beverage Tasting Institute of Chicago. Akvinta received 90 points out of a possible maximum of 100 which the Institute considers puts the Croatian vodka in the category of exceptional spirits.
Ale trails point the way to a perfect pint
For real ale lovers, the quest for a perfect pint just got a whole lot easier. A series of 26 regional guides incorporating more than 4,000 different pubs have been published this week by real ale quality assessor Cask Marque.
World-Class chefs share secrets for Crisis
Twenty-eight internationally renowned chefs have come together to create the Crisis Cook Book, a collection of 84 of their favourite recipes in aid of the national homelessness charity Crisis. The recipes are then followed by 10 short wine essays on how to maximise your enjoyment of wine written by acclaimed wine writer Jancis Robinson.
Novelli’s still on the Market
Jean Christophe Novelli may be off the dating market, following the announcement of his engagement to Michelle Kennedy, but you can still get your hands on his amazing Findus ready meal range.
Fill up on Free From at Morrisons
Due to its popularity with shopper, Morrisons are extending their range of ‘free from’ products to over 130 lines, of which 40 are Morrisons own label. The full range, which will be in stores by the end of November, will offer an even greater choice of everyday essentials and tempting treats to food intolerance and allergy sufferers.
Chefs go around the world in 60 dishes to support cancer charities
Top celebrity chefs, including Gordon Ramsey, Brian Turner and Delia Smith, have donated recipes to a cook book produced by BUPA to raise funds for three cancer charities and celebrate the company's 60th anniversary.
Relax with Solaz until Christmas
Osborne Solaz, the deliciously fruity red wine from Spain, will be available at Asda with a great offer price until the end of the year. Translated from Spanish, Solaz means relaxation and contemplation, making this the perfect drink to unwind with this festive season. If you have ever journeyed to Spain you may have seen on the roadsides the large Spanish black bulls which dominate the horizon; this is the famous logo of Osborne which is behind the wine Solaz.
Chef & brewer wins national pub food award
Consistent innovation and a commitment to dishing up first class food has helped Burton pub company the Spirit Group scoop a national industry award. Spirit won Retail Concept of the Year at the annual Publican Pub Food Awards for its Chef and Brewer pubs, which offer customers high quality food with great service in a cosy, relaxed atmosphere.
Limited Edition Evian by Christian Lacroix launched at Harvey Nichols
Harvey Nichols has announced the launch of a limited edition designer bottle for Evian mineral water by haute couturier Christian Lacroix, to be sold exclusively in Harvey Nichols Foodmarkets nationwide. The result of collaboration between two world-renowned French forces, this elegant and streamlined 750ml ‘Ready-to-Wear’ bottle, priced at £3.80 /€5, is sure to endow any party table with a distinctive touch of chic and sophistication.
For real Christmas sparkle, think Rosé
Put some real fizz into your Christmas in perfect time for the party season with the first sparkling rosé wine from Bordeaux rosé wine experts, Chateau de Sours. Rosé wine specialist Chateau de Sours, acclaimed for their wine of the same name, has introduced Reserve de Sours, bright salmon pink with a nose of vivacious ripe red summer berry fruits.