Archive For January 2024
Instant Ramen with a Kick. Japan Centre offers a delicious wealth of Japanese foods. That’s no surprise, but they also stock a wide range of Korean food products including the ever-popular instant ramen. Delief Rabokki Original Sweet and Spicy Instant Rice Cake Noodles were new to me. The traditional noodles were joined by the classic…
Sample the Skill of Chinese Tea Cultivation. Tea drinking is more popular than ever, worldwide. Not all teas are created equal but iTeaworld offer a host of quality options both for tea enthusiasts as well as those who want to learn more about this fascinating drink. iTeaworld has worked in the Chinese tea industry and…
Turn back the hands of time and discover a beautiful exhibition of mechanical marvels. In the 1700s, China’s emperors collected ornate clockwork automata known as zimingzhong and cherished them for their intricate design and technical innovation. Now, our new exhibition Zimingzhong 凝时聚珍: Clockwork Treasures from China’s Forbidden City showcases a unique collection of 23 stunning pieces, on display…
Fresh and Crisp. Calvet Reserve Sauvignon Blanc presents the typical expressions of the grape. It originated in France, in the regions of Bordeaux and the Loire Valley where it is still popular. It’s a crisp and fresh white wine with notes of green apples and zesty citrus. Ideal when served well-chilled, and an excellent choice…
A Sweet Surprise. Yes, I know it’s still only January, but Letter Box Hampers is bound to be one of my Pick of the Year products for 2024. The concept is practical and brilliant! Jonathan, founder of Letter Box Hamper, had the idea of making small hampers of luxury British food and drink, beautifully wrapped…
Cold weather comfort. It’s cold out there and spring is a way off yet. It’s the season for delicious and comforting drinks, and Pukka Herbs has their Winter Warmer tea which is perfect for all-day sipping. Co-founders Tim and Sebastian are well-qualified tea enthusiasts. Sebastian has been in clinical practice since 1998 using a blend…
Restaurant Quality. So many of us love the spice and complexity of authentic Indian food. Now we have an alternative to the local take-away. Mandira’s Kitchen can deliver delicious meals to one’s door. Mandira moved to the UK with no cooking skills. She missed the tastes of home but spent the next 17 years working…
Floral Pink Hue. This is a very different Tequila-based drink. Cremaura Rose Tequila Cream will likely fill a niche just waiting for a different take on Mexico’s traditional spirit. This liqueur might even convert those who profess a dislike for Tequila! Cremaura presents Rose Tequila Cream, but also orange, café, and chocolate versions as well….
Designed by Gordon Ramsay’s Former Executive Chef Delicious traditional ski cuisine meals designed by Executive Chef Steve Allen for Côte at Home Special focus on fresh seasonal ingredients highlighting the best of Côte’s French cuisine The popular decadent Alpine menu delivered direct to your door Côte restaurants have unveiled their luxurious taste of the ski season…
Popular across La Manche! Arthur Metz Crémant d’Alsace was founded in 1904. This Crémant d’Alsace Millesime 2020 is a fine ambassador for this celebrated House. Champagne isn’t far from Alsace although the climate here is somewhat drier and sunnier. Sparkling wine has been made in this region for over 2,000 years. Arthur Metz’s grapes are…
Romantic Cocktails. Valentine’s Day wouldn’t be Valentine’s Day without a glamorous cocktail or two. Step forward, The King of Soho. The premium gin and vodka brand, known for its slightly risqué image, is the perfect accompaniment to the spirit of love and romance. We have three rather delectable cocktail recipes for you to conjure up…
Worth the Trip! It’s January and a chunk of the population will be stepping away from their habitual glass of red or beer, and avoiding meat. I am all for a more thoughtful lifestyle and that should linger for another 11 months, too. Crosstown Vegan Doughnuts allow one to indulge in a little guilt-free pleasure…
A Little Mediterranean Blush. This is a rosé wine which one would seek any time of year. Love by Léoube Organic Rosé Wine is a classy and polished wine with character as well as a lot of deservedly fine reviews. Château Léoube is found in Cap Bénat in the Var region of Provence in the…
From Sainsbury’s Welsh Rarebit – a rich cheesy topping with a tangy finish. A tasty recipe from the January issue of Sainsbury’s magazine. Serves: 24-28 Preparation time: 15 Minutes Cooking time: 20 Minutes Ingredients: 2 tablespoons plain flour 2 tablespoons soft butter 150ml milk 150g ready grated extra mature cheddar 2 teaspoons…
Welcoming in Dry January. 2024 marks this 10th year of Dry Ginuary. For those of us who feel that the dark nights of the New Year are a cause for celebration and continuing as we mean to go on, Dry Gin January – a term first coined in 2014 – is to be embraced and…