Friday, 16 December 2022
That's Christmas: Morrisons Café gives away free cakes in lead up to...
That's Christmas: Morrisons Café gives away free cakes in lead up to...: Morrisons is giving customers a free sweet treat when purchasing any drink from the café to help spread festive cheer. Customers can enjoy ...
Morrisons Café gives away free cakes in lead up to Christmas
Customers can enjoy a free cake when purchasing a hot or cold beverage from Morrisons café on Monday 19th December and Tuesday 20th December.
The sweet treats included in the offer are the We Love Cake Mince Pie, We Love Cake Ice Christmas Cake, White Forest Cake and the Victoria Sponge Cake - ideal for taking a welcome break from Christmas shopping.
Morrisons also recently permanently reduced the price of over half the hot dishes in its cafés including fish & chips which is now £6.99 and burgers served with chips and coleslaw for £5.99.
Customers can also tuck into Morrisons Christmas menu and enjoy a two-course meal for £9.99 or three courses for £11.99 from 11.30am to 3.30pm each day.
Emily Waite, BREW Buying Manager at Morrisons, said: “In the lead up to Christmas, we want to do all we can to spread some festive cheer and help make our customers’ shopping experience as enjoyable as possible. We’ve picked some of the most popular cakes to be included in the offer and hope our customers enjoy them!”
Morrisons sweet treat offer will be available in its 397 cafés nationwide on Monday 19th and Tuesday 20th December whilst stocks last. One free cake will be available per customer.
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Salcombe Distilling Co. Relaunch Limited Edition 'Finisterre' Gin
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Part of the special Victuallers Edition series, the latest edition of 'Finisterre' is available in a 50cl bottle, RRP £50, ABV 46%, from salcombegin.com and the Salcombe Distilling Co. stores in Salcombe and Dartmouth.
Since the last release in 2018, this batch of 'Finisterre' has been quietly maturing for three years in its American oak Fino sherry cask during which it has further mellowed and sweetened whilst maintaining its defining characteristic with the salinity from the sherry being more prevalent in the finish.
The result of a collaboration with Bodegas Tradición, one of the most respected sherry houses in Spain which is renowned for producing genre-defining aged wines using traditional and time honoured methods, Finisterre derives its name from a rock-bound peninsula on the West Coast of Spain. This super premium gin reawakens a bygone era of adventure and trade, tracing a famous 19th century trading route of the Salcombe Fruit Schooners from Cadiz to England, passing by this Galician outcrop.
When it first launched, Lorenzo Garcia-Iglesias, general manager of Bodegas Tradición said: “We share the same passion and dynamism as Salcombe Distilling Co. to only create exceptional produce, so were delighted they selected one of our beautiful casks in which to age their fantastic gin.”
Co-founder of Salcombe Distilling Co. Angus Lugsdin says: “We were honoured to work with the prestigious Bodegas Tradición to create this limited batch of cask aged gin. The fresh citrus notes are tempered through the cask maturation process which takes has taken three years, creating wonderful candied citrus aromas and moreish saline notes from the aged Fino. The result is a sophisticated and elegant gin with great character and depth of flavour.
He continues: “'Finisterre' was the result of our curiosity with cask aged gin and we are thrilled with how this extraordinary product is continuing to develop. We were delighted by the response to the first two editions and we hope our latest release is as well received.”
Taste profile
Nose - Wonderful candied citrus aromas including orange blossom and moreish saline hints from the aged Fino.
Palate - Sweet, dried citrus peel and warm fruit with an underlying dry finish.
Finish - A sophisticated and elegant gin with great character and depth of flavour whilst the aged Fino adds a further layer of complexity and gentle spice. The dryer salinity of the Fino sherry comes through over previous years.
Serving suggestion - As with all of Salcombe Distilling Co.'s gins, it's excellent served on its own over plenty of ice, mixed with premium Indian tonic water or for an exceptional martini married with Fino sherry in place of the more traditional vermouth.
Victuallers Special Edition 'Finisterre' Gin joins Salcombe Distilling Co.'s award-winning line-up of Salcombe Gin 'Start Point', Salcombe Gin 'Rosé Sainte Marie', the Voyager Series, Victuallers Special Edition 'Snapes Point' Sloe Gin, Salcombe Rum 'Island Street' and New London Light non-alcoholic spirits and aperitifs.
For further information about Salcombe Distilling Co. and Salcombe Gin, visit www.salcombedistilling.com, follow SalcombeGin on Instagram and Facebook and Salcombe Distilling Co on Twitter.
Hattiers Rum Partners With Red Paddle Co
These two top Westcountry businesses are launching a range of super stylish co-branded kit including a Long Sleeve Pro Change Robe Evo, Waterproof Soft Cooler Bag (18L and 30L), Waterproof Cool Bag Backpack (15L), Waterproof Backpack (30L) and Waterproof Kit Bag (40L and 60L). This exclusive new range is available from hattiers.com.
With both brands emphasising importance on their environmental journeys and their love for the outdoors, this partnership aims to inspire a new sense of everyday adventure.
Says Philip Everett-Lyons, founder and CEO of Hattiers Rum: “There is an incredible synergy between Hattiers and Red Paddle Co as both of our companies share
a similar ethos and values. We're really excited about this partnership which is the start of a long term working relationship between the two brands.”
Founder and CEO of Red Paddle Co, John Hibbard, says: “We're delighted to be working with a fellow South Devon brand that shares a similar love of coastal adventures. We're all about balance in life and after an epic paddle-boarding trip, what could be better than ending the day with a tot of rum! It's also great to be collaborating with a B Corp certified company as we reach the final stages of our application and certification.” Hattiers was the first rum brand in the UK to become B Corp certified.
To celebrate the coming together of the brands, Hattiers Rum joined forces with Red Paddle Co for their 'opt outside' campaign this November. In a bid to say no to over consumerism both businesses opted out of the Black Friday and Cyber Monday hype, instead pulling together to make a difference in their much loved natural environment. Volunteering with local environmental projects, the new partners helped clear the South Devon shorelines from plastic pollution with 'Till The Coast Is Clear' and contributed to The Deer Wood Trust's Woodland Project.
Specialising in sourcing fine blended aged rums from around the world, which they sustainably blend on Flete Estate in the South Hams, Hattiers Rum creates three stunning unique rums; Egremont Premium Reserve Rum, Eminence Blended Aged White Rum and Resolute Navy Strength Rum. The Hattiers Rum range is available at hattiers.com as well as Waitrose & Partners, Harvey Nichols, Master of Malt, Fortnum & Mason, The Whisky Exchange, Enotria & Coe and Drink Finder.
Launched in 2008 by founder and CEO, John Hibbard, Red Paddle Co was born when John, a former windsurfing UK Champion, discovered Stand Up Paddle Boarding. He quickly noticed a gap in the market for an alternative Stand Up Paddle board which wasn't cumbersome and heavy. Ever since, John has been on a mission to produce the very best inflatable paddle boards on the market and to continue growing the SUP community. Now, more than ten years on, Red Paddle Co is a brilliant community of passionate paddle boarders from all over the world and considered the world's best inflatable stand up board brand.
For further information about Hattiers Rum please visit www.hattiers.com or like and follow Hattiers Rum on Instagram: hattiers_rum and Facebook: HattiersRum. For further information about Red Paddle Co please visit www.red-equipment.co.uk or like and follow Red Paddle Co on Instagram:
Redpaddleco and Facebook: Red Paddle Co.
Thursday, 15 December 2022
See Inside M&S Food at Christmas on ITV
Over the course of the hour-long episode, airing on Wednesday 21st December at 9pm, viewers will meet game-changing product developers, passionate store colleagues, key suppliers and of course some happy customers, all working well together to create what M&S hopes will be its most magical Christmas yet.
Well, let's face it! Nobody does Christmas Food like Marks & Spencer does. For 138 years, it’s been at the heart of British Christmas across the whole country, delighting customers with delicious, great value festive favourites and heart-warming adverts.
M&S usually doubles its market share at Christmas and the trusted value promise really comes to life as customers turn to M&S for exceptional quality, innovative food.
Sharry Cramond, who is the Director of Marketing and Hospitality at M&S Food, said: “Since long before I joined the business, M&S Food has been synonymous with Christmas and customers always turn to us at this important time of year for some M&S magic. This year, more than ever, they have told us that they want to protect Christmas and put food at the heart of it.
“In this ITV show we lift the lid on how we create the magic and show the lengths that our suppliers and developers go to - going that extra mile to produce the most exciting and delicious Christmas products, all carefully sourced and manufactured to the high standards customers expect and always offering fantastic value.
“Christmas at M&S is fun, frantic and full-on as we get ready for the most exciting time of year with colleagues pulling out all the stops to make Christmas extra special – and ITV cameras have captured it all. I can’t wait for the show.”
Getting stores ready
At Newcastle’s Silverlink store, cameras follow enthusiastic manager Rob, marshalling his troops to get the food and drink section ready for Christmas while in the bustling Clapham branch, the team prepare the store for what they hope will be a very busy Christmas.
Innovative products
At the retailer’s support centre, the M&S product developers have been working on unique innovations that will draw in the crowds this Christmas. This year product developer Matt is gambling on an easy cook Turkey that can be out of the oven in as little as one hour.
Passionate suppliers are crucial to keeping M&S on top at Christmas. On the beautiful east coast of Scotland, viewers will meet Highlands based fish smoker Roy who believes his unique two-smoke process is the key to creating the best smoked salmon in the world.
In Ireland, Lir chocolates are working with M&S product developer Katy on a light up chocolate box that has been in development for over a year. Cameras follow Katy visiting the factory for a crucial visit to test out the millions of individual chocolates being hand sprayed.
In North Wales, product developer Harry visits Village Bakery in Wrexham to check on how his idea of a Christmas sourdough bread is coming along.
At the M&S store support centre, we meet Alice who is overseeing this year’s brand new Christmas sandwich.
Meanwhile in a top-secret location, M&S is in production for its highly anticipated Christmas 2022 TV advert. Mixing the iconic food porn with fun, festive animation and a real-life rescue dog called Wylie who is a star in the making.
Inside M&S at Christmas offers unprecedented and incredible access to every element of the Mark & Spencer food operation as it strives to make this Christmas the most magical and delicious festive period in its 138-year history.
Christmas will be ‘Extra Special’ at Asda thanks to Finnebrogue Artisan
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As one of the top UK artisan food producers, Finnebrogue created three new Extra Special products for Christmas 2022 including a first to market Cracking Pork and Apple Hog-Roast Stuffing Wreath centrepiece with Crispy Crackling Crumb and Cider Apple Glaze.
As the demand for plant-based dietary options continues to rise, Finnebrogue and Asda spotted an opportunity to answer this call with two wonderful show-stopping vegan Christmas alternatives including an Extra Special Vegan Butternut Squash, Chestnut and Cranberry Wreath and a new plant based Vegan Turkey Crown with Umami Basting Stock.
Finnebrogue’s relationship with Asda began in 2014 with the supply of Extra Special sausages and has grown over the years to include an innovative plant-based range as well as butchery items and Extra Special products.
Andrew Murdock, Account Manager at Finnebrogue, said: “It's great to grow our long-standing relationship with Asda through the development of products for this year’s Extra Special Christmas range. We pride ourselves on innovation and we feel our Hog-Roast stuffing wreath is a real standout product, packed full of delicious flavours for shoppers to enjoy during the festive season.
Andrew added; “Our new products have been designed with the Asda customers’ Christmas shopping list in mind and our new vegan alternatives give families more choice if they are trying to reduce their meat consumption but still enjoy a Christmas dinner with all of the trimmings. “
Cathy Elliot, Asda’s Buying Manager for NI Local added, “At Asda, we work alongside some wonderful local suppliers to create innovative, affordable and delicious products for shoppers to enjoy. We're thrilled to introduce new Extra Special Christmas products into Asda stores with Finnebrogue this year.
“Working closely with Finnebrogue, we're proud to offer a standout centrepiece product as well as two new Vegan alternatives, so everyone in the family can enjoy an Extra Special Christmas dinner. We are confident Asda shoppers will enjoy these festive additions.”
The Cracking Pork & Apple Hog-Roast Stuffing Wreath with Crispy Crackling Crumb and Cider Apple Glaze, Extra Special Vegan Meat-Free Butternut Squash, Chestnut and Cranberry Wreath and Plant Based Vegan Turkey Crown with Umami Basting Stock are available in selected Asda stores nationwide.
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