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Ole & Steen celebrate the Midsommar solstice. So far the British summer has been a wash out, cold days, rain, wind and limited sunshine to offer the warmth we all crave. With the promise of sunshine just around the corner Ole & Steen will celebrate Midsommar, a Scandinavian festivity that celebrates the summer solstice, by…
The Essential Pickles. Japan Centre has an impressive array of Japanese pickles called tsukemono, as well as Korean Kimchi. They are more than just a garnish, they are an essential part of every Japanese meal. Yes, we eat pickles in the West, but the variety is limited in comparison to those available in Japan. We…
International Picnic Day. Food often tastes better when eaten in the sunshine and International Picnic Day on Tuesday 18th June is the perfect opportunity to put together some delicious European alfresco snacks. If you are looking for inspiration for your summer snacking, below are a few tips for the perfect picnic so you’re all set for 18th…
Savoury Shiro Miso. We have been enjoying Japanese food in restaurants for years and now we have easy access to online ingredients from Japan Centre. Miso is an iconic food, and its delicious umami enhances so many dishes both European and Japanese. But what is Miso? It is a nutrient-rich, flavourful and versatile paste and…
Danish for Fine Bread. Oh, the joy of finding a first-class bakery without needing to search for a passport. Ole & Steen is a favourite. One can wax lyrical about French bakeries but this Danish bakery, in my opinion, is a cut above. Ole & Steen have a remarkable collection of breads and rolls as…
Classic and Versatile. Japanese food is more popular than ever, and Japan Centre offers all the ingredients for authentic Japanese dishes. Tofu is a traditional food and there is a good selection here. Tofu is found in a variety of forms from soft and jelly-like to firm and robust – but what exactly is tofu…
New Tableware Set by Peter Bowen. The perfect gift for Father’s everywhere… tired of using the same old dish for serving butter at the breakfast table? It’s time to upgrade to something truly special and quite unique. Introducing the new style and design of butter dishes, sugar bowls and toast racks; a collection of elegant,…
Cantonese Roast Meat Specialists. London’s celebrated Chinese Grab and Go eatery, Mama Li, has just opened its second branch. 49 London Wall, Moorgate, is the latest location, and the queues of expectant diners attest to its early popularity. Mama Li is famed for its succulent Cantonese roast meat dishes. Its conveniently packaged signature rice and…
Animated Movie of the Year celebrating the world’s laziest cat! Garfield mania has arrived with the countdown to the May 24th Animated Movie of the Year celebrating the world’s laziest cat! Frankie & Benny’s kid’s menu will feature a new limited item: (you guessed it) lasagne, and the chance for one lucky family to win…
Fresh flavours. Peppersmith Mints, Gum and Pastilles take advantage of all-natural flavours that are actually good for you. Mints and gum are perfect travel companions. They help to keep one’s mouth fresh when a toothbrush and toothpaste might not be practical, and they are a great aid on flights. All Peppersmith products are sugar free,…
Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner. HECK are famed for their sausages, but now they have introduced a little twist to their bangers with their new Sausage Bombs. These large chunky spheres come in three varieties – Thai Red Spring Chicken Sausage Bombs, Chicken Italia Sausage Bombs, Sriracha Pork Sausage Bombs. They are made with HECK’s usual…
Japan Centre Treats. Who doesn’t love a donut or even a doughnut? They are perfect when we crave something sweet and just for us in an individual serving. Japan Centre offers their Mochi Donuts, and they tick those two boxes and add beauty in unique fashion, too. Mochi Donuts from Japan Centre are freshly made…
Gluten, wheat and milk free. We Love Cake was founded in 2002, when the owner tried living as a coeliac for a week. He was so disappointed by the baked goods on offer that he decided to build the first ever dedicated gluten, wheat and milk free bakery in the UK! Raspberry Ripple Slices are…
This Easter with Cavan Bakery. Southwest London and Surrey’s favourite bakers, Cavan, gets ready for Easter by launching Easter-inspired treats for the whole family. Cavan Bakery, which was founded in 1929 in Twickenham, has grown from a small family bakery to a group of over 13 bakery shops across Southwest London and Surrey plus a riverside…
Easter Layer Cake. We all love a beautiful cake. Lola’s Cupcakes has those aplenty, and not just small delights either. Their Easter Layer Cake is both cute and delicious. For fresh, handcrafted and simply scrumptious cupcakes, cakes and brownies, Lola’s Cupcakes is your store of choice. They have a host of branches including London Selfridges,…
The Crunch of Luxury. Who doesn’t like a good crisp? But these are not the usual go-to nibbles: these are made to complement a glass of something special when throwing a smart do. Rustle’s crisps fill that gap between the casual and the delicious, well-textured posh. Rustle Chips are all about crunch and flavour. The…
Milk Chocolate and Cornish Sea Salt. Josh, the founder and owner of Josh’s Chocolate, enjoyed a childhood spent on a farm in Cornwall. He left to study and pursue a career in the food industry but returned with his wife Alexa in 2019 to start Josh’s Chocolate. The current factory is based in four repurposed…
More Than Just Breakfast. This could be for you if you are looking for gluten-free, refined sugar-free granola. Rollagranola offers both boxes and convenient on-the-go pouches filled with healthy ingredients. The company started with a market stall, and that evidently allowed them to take advantage of direct customer feedback. If you do well in that…
Luxurious Home Dining Menu. Côte at Home have launched a special Mother’s Day treat with a luxurious home dining menu designed by Gordon Ramsay’s former executive chef Steve Allen. The highly respected chef, who has worked at Michelin-starred restaurants, has used the finest ingredients to showcase classic French cuisine for Mother’s Day. Steve and his…
Snacking with Seoul. Japan Centre offers some classy and tempting food shopping options and not all of them are Japanese. Their selection of Korean goods offers some of the most popular items from that country. Here is a peek at some of their snack suggestions. Peanut chocolate biscuit sticks from Sunyoung are convenient for snacking…