Food and Drink
The Naked Juice Truth Is Out
Launched officially at the Chiswick House festival earlier this month, Naked Juice is a new smoothie brand that combines the best quality, bare naked fruit with the punch of powerful vitamins and nutrients to offer a fun, tasty drink with a boost.
Cafedirect Gets Instant New Look
Cafédirect is delighted to unveil the great new look and taste of its instant coffee. Cafédirect 5065 is now called Classic Blend. For a cup that’s easy to make and full of premium coffee bean flavour, Cafédirect has upped the quality of its instant coffee. A delicious combination of Arabica and Robusta beans sourced from Cafédirect grower partners around the world, Classic Blend has a smooth, richly rounded taste with great body.
Squashed Tomatoes And A Glass Of Solaz
Searching for a festival with a difference this year? Head over to the tiny town of Bunyol in Eastern Spain and take part in La Tomatina on 29th August. La Tomatina (The Tomato War) was born over 60 years ago, when a restaurant food fight got a little carried away. Ever since, locals and visitors alike have flocked to Bunyol to take part in a mass tomato fight.
Return Of Wirral Food And Drink Festival
The successful Wirral Food and Drink Festival returns this year even bigger and better. Following the incredible success of this volunteer-led event last year, which attracted more than 14,000 people, the event will again be held in the picturesque surroundings of Claremont Farm.
Italian Flavoured Pastas Exclusively At Harvey Nichols
A new range of gastronomic Italian flavoured pastas are now available exclusively from Harvey Nichols. Available in six exciting flavours such as Chocolate, Basil, Chilli & Garlic, Truffle, Castelmagno Cheese and Strawberry & Barolo, each strand of pasta is handcrafted using the finest quality durum wheat, kneaded with fresh eggs and contains no additives or preservatives.
Lemon Meringue Pie Day
Wednesday August 15th is National Lemon Meringue Pie Day. Or at least it is in America. But why should we let those folks over in the States have all the fun? Afterall, pies were introduced to America by the first English settlers and Lemon Meringue is a fragrant, famous English classic.
Welsh Ice Cream Producer Gets Gold Mark
A Welsh ice cream company has become the first producer processor to qualify for the prestigious ‘Gold Top’ quality standard. Carmarthenshire based Cowpots, is run by the Bowman family, who use the rich creamy milk from their farm’s pedigree herd of Jersey cows to create a delicious range of premium ice cream.
Where’s Your Local Beau-Tea Spot?
PG tips has launched a national search for the best places to enjoy an al fresco cuppa. Picnics at the seaside or at an idyllic country spot are a great way to spend time with family and friends but with the unpredictable British climate, particularly this summer, packing a flask of tea is a must!
Say Hello To Hi Sushi Salsa
Hi sushi salsa, part of the Hi Sushi Group, has opened a new intimate restaurant and bar, with outdoor waterfront seating in the heart of Camden Lock. Capturing the taste of Japan with more than a hint of Latino, the fusion is reflected in the food, cocktails and music. Hi sushi salsa is a welcome addition to Camden’s fashionable eating and drinking scene.
Hell's Kitchen Returns With New Chef At The Helm
Marco Pierre White will step back into the kitchen for the first time in seven years when he takes over the reigns at TV’s most exclusive restaurant and puts a team of celebrities through their paces. Hell’s Kitchen is returning and the first ever British chef to achieve three Michelin stars - before handing them back - is in charge.
Deciphering The Language Of Whisky
Whether you long for a dram, wish to savour a toddy, or tempt your taste buds with a sip of nectar, there is only one beverage which you can be referring to – whisky. The great history of whisky in Scotland dates back over thousands of years, and through the generations a language which is specific to the whisky industry, has been created.
Nespresso Rocks With Glam Essenza Coffee Machines
Glam rock has taken centre stage at Nespresso. The worldwide pioneer and market leader in premium-portioned coffee today introduced its Nespresso Essenza Autumn 2007 Collection in four electrifying hues: the stylish Twilight Blue and opulent Glam Red automatic models, and the sparkly Stardust Gold and shimmering Cyber Blue manual machines.
Break Bread To Get Ahead In Your Relationship
New research by Old El Paso reveals that many modern relationships are in need of a good feed. In fact, the age old adage that; ‘people who eat together, stay together’ rings more true in 2007 than ever before. It’s time to get ready to switch from tray to table if you want to keep your personal relationships on track.
Go Organic And Online This Christmas
Take a succulent, organic bronze turkey, add delicious organic chipolata sausages, mix with award-winning, dry-cured, organic streaky bacon and you have the finest ingredients for the perfect Christmas lunch – all delivered direct to your door. With a festive meat hamper from Eversfield Organic, this year you can relax and enjoy a stress-free, gourmet Christmas.
Eatsomewhere.co.uk Counts The Hits
Online local specialist Infoserve has reported a 19% surge in hits for recently revamped website eatsomewhere.co.uk - one of the UK’s most comprehensive eatery directories which incorporates around 300,000 restaurants, cafes and pubs.