Archive For October 2024
Argentinian White. Familia Zuccardi was founded in 1963 and has become one of Argentina’s foremost wineries. It is now run by the third generation, with Sebastián Zuccardi at the helm. Tesco Finest Chenin Blanc Torrontes is a great example of their quality wine at a reasonable price. Fresh, aromatic character Tesco Finest Chenin Blanc Torrontes…
Perfect to go with your ‘toad in the howl’ or ‘monster mash’. Squashing in the flavour with HECK Hallowieners, the delicious autumnal recipe combines 80% lean British pork shoulder, very seasonal pumpkin, black treacle and a touch of red chilli for a wickedly sticky and slightly spicy sausage that’s perfect for hot dogs or serving…
The Battle for Burrito Supremacy! This summer, Tortilla, the UK’s most loved Mexican restaurant, embarked on the search to find the Ultimate Burrito Master. Who will be crowned Burrito Master 2024? The battle reaches the finals tomorrow. London is where the grand finale of the nationwide competition will take place. After months of fierce heats…
Week 3 of the £2.00 Pastry Deal! We can enjoy some of our favourite Ole & Steen favourites for just £2.00 each! What a deal – and it’s happening every week till the end of October! This is week three and the showcased pastry is the beautifully twisted Cardamom Bun. This is a cardamom dough…
Christmas 2024 Sorted! This Christmas, we’re loving SUAVE Tequila because it ticks all the boxes. Glamour; luxury; beautiful taste; exclusive; good looking; additive free; and environmentally sustainable. In short, it’s rather suave. If you wish to treat those who appreciate fine spirits, this is the gift to go for. Created for discerning palates, SUAVE Tequila…
Much Anticipated Reopening After a Major Renovation. London’s most iconic vegan restaurant, Mildreds, which closed two months ago to completely refurbish the Grade II listed heritage building on Lexington Street, Soho, has announced its much anticipated reopening on 16th October after a major renovation. The new design of the iconic Mildreds townhouse has created more…
50 Classic Cocktails From the Decades of Decadence. This book is a joy! Speakeasy Cocktails: 50 classic cocktails from the decades of decadence might be small in size but it forms, in my opinion, the serious (and not so serious) bar person’s essential tool. If one is new to cocktail mixing then this volume provides…
Famous Almond Social. It’s the second week of Ole & Steen’s special October deals. Just £2.00 for a different pastry every week and this week it’s their famous Almond Social. This traditional sweet treat is one of my favourites. It’s flaky Danish pastry with a nutty paste filling, filled with vanilla custard and topped with…
Drinking Around the World. This book is unique and should grace the shelves of any serious mixologist for the same reason that Mrs Beeton’s is in every cook’s library: it makes fascinating reading. Jigger, Beaker, and Glass: Drinking Around the World by Charles Baker is amusing and inspiring. Author Charles Baker was born on Christmas…
Smart Italian in Teddington. The husband-and-wife team of Sam and Alex Berry have opened Cento Uno on Teddington High Street. It replaces another of their successful restaurants with something more accessible in this contemporary dining landscape. Its location is perfect for this smart yet casual Italian eatery. The restaurant is light and welcoming: the bar…
Inspired by a Gaelic goddess. This is an independent, organic whisky distillery with a mission to create experimental spirits and pioneer sustainable production. It’s making its mark. The name Nc’nean is inspired by Neachneohain, who was an ancient Gaelic goddess. She was known as the Queen of Spirits, strong and independent, and a fierce protector…
100 delicious recipes to change the way you cook. Any lover of cookbooks is always looking for something a little different. Peter Sidwell’s Kitchen is just that. It’s a book over which to salivate and one from which to actually cook. It will spend more time in the kitchen than on the coffee table. There…
New York Italian American restaurant announces new look. The family favourite restaurant Frankie & Benny’s is looking back to the future with its biggest brand refresh in its nearly 30-year history. The restaurant, famous for its delicious burgers, pasta and meatballs, has been a much-loved part of the restaurant landscape, appreciated by many as a…
Custard Danish Deal. It’s the first week of Ole & Steen’s special October deals. Just £2.00 for a different pastry every week and this week it’s their Custard Danish. This traditional sweet treat is one of my favourites. It’s flaky pastry with real, rich vanilla custard, sweet paste and icing. There’s no better way to…