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Monday, 19 December 2011
That's Food and Drink: James Martin's Christmas Gift To You
That's Food and Drink: James Martin's Christmas Gift To You: To ensure you spend more time entertaining guests rather than stuck in the kitchen this Christmas, Life Fork & Spoon ( www.lifeforkspoon.co....
The Taste Of Christmas At Hotel Okura Amsterdam
The 5 star Hotel Okura Amsterdam's culinary team (www.okura.com) at the award winning Serre Restaurant and the hotel's two star Michelin star French restaurant, Ciel Bleu will be preparing their favourite recipes over the festive season. Located on the banks of the Amstel Canal, the hotel currently holds three Michelin stars at its four restaurants and two bars, making it the ultimate place to stay and dine in the heart of the Dutch capital over the Christmas period.
Serre Restaurant takes its inspiration from Ciel Bleu, where the quality and style that the two Michelin starred restaurant is renowned for presenting is delivered with a lighter touch, enabling a wider audience to get acquainted with the essence of Ciel Bleu's cuisine.
Chefs at the two restaurants have put together a selection of special Christmas menus to include "Golden Oyster & Onno's Favourite" at Ciel Bleu and "Smoked salmon with Dutch shrimp, Crème fraiche and Quail egg" at Serre Restaurant.
Guests at the hotel can take advantage of the special Christmas packages for both restaurants. The "Serre restaurant" package offers a one night stay in a superior room with Christmas lunch, breakfast, and late checkout and cost from €190.50 per person, based on double occupancy. Alternatively, the "Ciel Bleu" Christmas package offers a one night stay in an Executive Junior Suite for €342.50 per person based on double occupancy and includes Christmas dinner at Ciel Bleu, room service breakfast, free entrance to the health club and the executive lounge.
Hotel Okura Amsterdam is situated on the edge of the city centre, close to a large number of cultural landmarks. The hotel has 301 luxury rooms, including the most spacious (485 m2) and luxurious suite in the Benelux countries.
Accommodation at Hotel Okura Amsterdam all provide panoramic views over Amsterdam, including 68 rooms located on executive floors, with access to the Executive Lounge and Executive Health Club. Facilities at the hotel include a traditional Japanese sauna & Shiatsu massage; health club and swimming pool.
To book call Hotel Okura on 0031 6788 300 or visit www.okura.nl
Serre Restaurant takes its inspiration from Ciel Bleu, where the quality and style that the two Michelin starred restaurant is renowned for presenting is delivered with a lighter touch, enabling a wider audience to get acquainted with the essence of Ciel Bleu's cuisine.
Chefs at the two restaurants have put together a selection of special Christmas menus to include "Golden Oyster & Onno's Favourite" at Ciel Bleu and "Smoked salmon with Dutch shrimp, Crème fraiche and Quail egg" at Serre Restaurant.
Guests at the hotel can take advantage of the special Christmas packages for both restaurants. The "Serre restaurant" package offers a one night stay in a superior room with Christmas lunch, breakfast, and late checkout and cost from €190.50 per person, based on double occupancy. Alternatively, the "Ciel Bleu" Christmas package offers a one night stay in an Executive Junior Suite for €342.50 per person based on double occupancy and includes Christmas dinner at Ciel Bleu, room service breakfast, free entrance to the health club and the executive lounge.
Hotel Okura Amsterdam is situated on the edge of the city centre, close to a large number of cultural landmarks. The hotel has 301 luxury rooms, including the most spacious (485 m2) and luxurious suite in the Benelux countries.
Accommodation at Hotel Okura Amsterdam all provide panoramic views over Amsterdam, including 68 rooms located on executive floors, with access to the Executive Lounge and Executive Health Club. Facilities at the hotel include a traditional Japanese sauna & Shiatsu massage; health club and swimming pool.
To book call Hotel Okura on 0031 6788 300 or visit www.okura.nl
Savings on Christmas Gifts Galore with Latest DiscountVouchers.co.uk Deals
Retail deals website helps consumers save at Marks and Spencer, Debenhams and ASOS this festive season!
Some of the UK's most famous retail names can be had on a budget this Christmas thanks to new deals introduced by voucher codes website DiscountVouchers.co.uk. Among the deals on show from over 800 top name retailers this festive season are new offers redeemable at top name stores Debenhams, ASOS and Marks and Spencer.
Famous department store Debenhams is among the big names available on the DiscountVouchers.co.uk website this Christmas, with deals on show to help people save on cosmetics, clothing and more. Users can log on and get hold of 10% off beauty and fragrance and also up to half price during Christmas mega deals with new Debenhams discount code choices.
Perhaps the country's most famous retailer is Marks and Spencer, and this Christmas DiscountVouchers.co.uk can help UK consumers save there too. Christmas hampers, cosmetics and more can be had with savings thanks to Marks and Spencer voucher codes such as 50% off selected beauty gifts and 25% off selected Christmas hampers, including free delivery.
With the festive social season well underway and people enjoying many parties with friends and family, DiscountVouchers.co.uk is this week home to new ASOS discount deals to help shoppers save on new fashions. Deals available right now include 30% off the ASOS collection and 10% NUS extra student discount.
Doug Scott, managing director of DiscountVouchers.co.uk, commented, “Christmas is always a great time to get hold of bargains on clothing and cosmetics, plus all sorts of gifts too. So naturally we're delighted to be able to help people save on using some great deals from really top name retailers."
DiscountVouchers.co.uk offers consumers money saving deals at major high street brands and specialist retailers, including stores like Tesco, Marks & Spencer, Sainsbury’s, Travelodge, First Choice, lastminute.com and Boden.
For more information visit www.discountvouchers.co.uk
Some of the UK's most famous retail names can be had on a budget this Christmas thanks to new deals introduced by voucher codes website DiscountVouchers.co.uk. Among the deals on show from over 800 top name retailers this festive season are new offers redeemable at top name stores Debenhams, ASOS and Marks and Spencer.
Famous department store Debenhams is among the big names available on the DiscountVouchers.co.uk website this Christmas, with deals on show to help people save on cosmetics, clothing and more. Users can log on and get hold of 10% off beauty and fragrance and also up to half price during Christmas mega deals with new Debenhams discount code choices.
Perhaps the country's most famous retailer is Marks and Spencer, and this Christmas DiscountVouchers.co.uk can help UK consumers save there too. Christmas hampers, cosmetics and more can be had with savings thanks to Marks and Spencer voucher codes such as 50% off selected beauty gifts and 25% off selected Christmas hampers, including free delivery.
With the festive social season well underway and people enjoying many parties with friends and family, DiscountVouchers.co.uk is this week home to new ASOS discount deals to help shoppers save on new fashions. Deals available right now include 30% off the ASOS collection and 10% NUS extra student discount.
Doug Scott, managing director of DiscountVouchers.co.uk, commented, “Christmas is always a great time to get hold of bargains on clothing and cosmetics, plus all sorts of gifts too. So naturally we're delighted to be able to help people save on using some great deals from really top name retailers."
DiscountVouchers.co.uk offers consumers money saving deals at major high street brands and specialist retailers, including stores like Tesco, Marks & Spencer, Sainsbury’s, Travelodge, First Choice, lastminute.com and Boden.
For more information visit www.discountvouchers.co.uk
Sunday, 18 December 2011
That's Food and Drink: A Must have foodie stocking filler! Some real hot ...
That's Food and Drink: A Must have foodie stocking filler! Some real hot ...: Stuck for ideas for male stocking fillers this year? – Well, here’s a ‘must have’ for every woman to give to a man, and every food loving ma...
Alternative Nativity Costumes Proving Popular According To All Fancy Dress
It used to be the case that children would only wear the traditional kinds of costumes for nativity plays, such as Mary, Joseph and the ‘little donkey’. But, according to costume retailer All Fancy Dress, more and more nativity plays are featuring ‘alternative’ costumes.
According to Marketing Director Matt Foden, "Many of our customers are now purchasing alternative nativity costumes for their children. Indeed it’s not unusual for school nativity plays to feature a whole variety of animals nowadays, including penguins, bears, and even giraffes. And whilst the use of such animals may not be ‘historically accurate’ it’s fair to say that it does encourage more diversity and a sense of playfulness and fun. It’s quite a sight to behold such a wide array of fancy dress costumes on display!"
Sales of the more traditional nativity costumes are still strong however, with the most sought after being Mary, Joseph, and an array of different shepherd outfits. The Little Donkey makes an appearance in the top 10 costumes, as do the three kings.
According to Matt, "It’s great to see that schools are widening the range of animals being featured in nativity plays. Many would argue that it goes against the traditions of Christmas, but personally I think it adds a greater sense of colour and fun to the event."
All Fancy Dress is a top supplier of costumes and accessories in the UK. They hold over 3,000 different costumes in stock, and serve the UK and Europe. Orders can be placed online or via their dedicated sales hotline, which offers customers advice on all aspect of fancy dress costumes and accessories. You can find their website at: www.allfancydress.com
According to Marketing Director Matt Foden, "Many of our customers are now purchasing alternative nativity costumes for their children. Indeed it’s not unusual for school nativity plays to feature a whole variety of animals nowadays, including penguins, bears, and even giraffes. And whilst the use of such animals may not be ‘historically accurate’ it’s fair to say that it does encourage more diversity and a sense of playfulness and fun. It’s quite a sight to behold such a wide array of fancy dress costumes on display!"
Sales of the more traditional nativity costumes are still strong however, with the most sought after being Mary, Joseph, and an array of different shepherd outfits. The Little Donkey makes an appearance in the top 10 costumes, as do the three kings.
According to Matt, "It’s great to see that schools are widening the range of animals being featured in nativity plays. Many would argue that it goes against the traditions of Christmas, but personally I think it adds a greater sense of colour and fun to the event."
All Fancy Dress is a top supplier of costumes and accessories in the UK. They hold over 3,000 different costumes in stock, and serve the UK and Europe. Orders can be placed online or via their dedicated sales hotline, which offers customers advice on all aspect of fancy dress costumes and accessories. You can find their website at: www.allfancydress.com
That's Food and Drink: Channelling a safer Christmas meal
That's Food and Drink: Channelling a safer Christmas meal: The Food Standards Agency has teamed up with Channel 4 to sponsor its Christmas recipe web pages over the holiday season. This allows the Ag...
That's Business: Unknown number of Christmas parcels stolen
That's Business: Unknown number of Christmas parcels stolen: And unknown number of Christmas deliveries have gone missing, some before they were entered into the computer systems of the parcel delivery...
That's Books: Julia Suzuki Became The First Author To Be Feature...
That's Books: Julia Suzuki Became The First Author To Be Feature...: Children's author Julia Suzuki's book 'Yoshiko and the Gift of Charms' was featured on group discount shopping site Living Social tomorrow -...
Saturday, 17 December 2011
The Salvation Army’s work is set to bloom this Christmas
A special charity bouquet has been created by internet retailer Flying Flowers to help fund the International organisation’s projects to support the homeless, families struggling to cope, the elderly or lonely and individuals who want to overcome addictions.
Major Ray Irving, Territorial Social Services Secretary said: “The Salvation Army has a long history of offering practical support to people who are vulnerable or in need and we are needed this Christmas more than ever.
“We rely on the generosity of others and are so grateful to Flying Flowers for creating a special charity Christmas bouquet. This means that people can buy festive flowers for that special someone whilst helping us help others.”
Two pounds from the sale of each Salvation Army Charity Bouquet, priced at £25.99 will go directly to the charity. The stunning display features scented red Freesia, red Roses, Ming Fern and festive Gold Beargrass.
Last year the flower company – which celebrated 30 years in business earlier this year – raised over £7,000 on behalf of charity from sales of its Christmas bouquet.
Tom Barker, Flying Flowers’ Brand Manager, added: “We love this time of year, when we can really spoil our loved ones. But it’s even better when you know you’re doing your bit for charity, too. That’s why our experts have created the stunning Salvation Army Charity Bouquet, as it’s a charity that’s close to our – and our customers’ – hearts. Hopefully we can raise just as much, if not more, than we did last year for such a worthy cause.”
To buy the Salvation Army Charity Bouquet go to: http://www.flyingflowers.co.uk/on/demandware.store/Sites-ff-...
Major Ray Irving, Territorial Social Services Secretary said: “The Salvation Army has a long history of offering practical support to people who are vulnerable or in need and we are needed this Christmas more than ever.
“We rely on the generosity of others and are so grateful to Flying Flowers for creating a special charity Christmas bouquet. This means that people can buy festive flowers for that special someone whilst helping us help others.”
Two pounds from the sale of each Salvation Army Charity Bouquet, priced at £25.99 will go directly to the charity. The stunning display features scented red Freesia, red Roses, Ming Fern and festive Gold Beargrass.
Last year the flower company – which celebrated 30 years in business earlier this year – raised over £7,000 on behalf of charity from sales of its Christmas bouquet.
Tom Barker, Flying Flowers’ Brand Manager, added: “We love this time of year, when we can really spoil our loved ones. But it’s even better when you know you’re doing your bit for charity, too. That’s why our experts have created the stunning Salvation Army Charity Bouquet, as it’s a charity that’s close to our – and our customers’ – hearts. Hopefully we can raise just as much, if not more, than we did last year for such a worthy cause.”
To buy the Salvation Army Charity Bouquet go to: http://www.flyingflowers.co.uk/on/demandware.store/Sites-ff-...
That's Parenting: Top 5 Baby Sleep Tips for Christmas
That's Parenting: Top 5 Baby Sleep Tips for Christmas: Sleep is one of the big topics when it comes to babies. How to make sure your baby is getting enough of it and how to manage the lack of ...
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