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Celebrate Christmas With Codorníu

Codorníu is utterly thrilled to present the perfect Christmas gifts for wine enthusiasts and connoisseurs alike. Introducing the extraordinary Codorníu Ars Collecta Bottle which is an exquisite addition to any celebratory occasion!

Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the Codorníu Ars Collecta bottle is elegant and sophisticated. It's encased in an opulent, hand-blown glass bottle, the deep amber hues evoking warmth and festivity, while the unique design is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Spain and the artistic legacy of famous architect Gaudí. The bottle showcases a distinct shape that echoes his masterpieces' organic curves and intricate patterns, like Barcelona's Sagrada Familia and Park Güell.

But you should note that the Codorníu Ars Collecta Bottles aren't just a gift, but an unforgettable experience carefully designed to create lasting memories this Christmas season. Whether shared among loved ones around a crackling fireplace or presented as a token of appreciation to esteemed colleagues and friends, this gorgeous bottle will elevate every festive gathering and add an element of genuine luxury to any occasion. 

Should there be any vegans present at your Christmas dinner, you and your guests will be delighted to be able to sip in confidence. Codorníu Ars Collecta is proud of its vegan-friendly status, as no animal-derived ingredients are used at any stage of its production.

Ars Collecta Grand Rosé Reserva

Fine bubbles and intense aromas of raspberry, blackberry, and strawberry.

The red fruit notes stand out on the palate, typical of the Pinot Noir variety. An

excellent accompaniment to gourmet appetisers or perfect with salmon

sashimi, sushi, carpaccio, or tartar.

Codorníu Ars Collecta Rosé 75cl | Vinissimus (vinissimus.co.uk) £24.65

Ars Collecta Blanc de Blancs

Fine bubbles and delicate toasted notes with a touch of peach, nectarine,

brioche, and nuts aromas resulting from a long ageing in the bottle. Broad,

complex, balanced, and creamy on the palate. Perfectly paired with

seafood, sushi, or smoked cod.

Codorníu Ars Collecta Blanc de Blancs 75cl | Ocado £18

Make sure you're on this year's nice list by leaving out a glass of Codorníu Cava for Santa and his Reindeers!

https://www.codorniu.com/

Q Catering Launches Christmas 2023 Brochure

Q Catering, the South East of England's premier independent foodservice wholesaler has launched its 2023 Christmas brochure early, offering a helping hand to hospitality owners who are feeling the strain as the festive season appears on the horizon. And it'll be here sooner than we might expect!

The growing wholesale distributor offers a wide range of quality ambient, chilled, and frozen food products to over 830 businesses across the South East of England, including pubs, restaurant, schools and cafés.     

The beautifully created brochure boasts all the festive favourites, from mince pies to turkeys and even a range of items to help dress the table, too. 

To reduce food waste and create a more sustainable greener Christmas, the brochure suggests ways that customers can enhance existing, core products that are ordered all year round, to give them a newer, festive twist and avoid the risk of being left with heavily themed Christmas products in January. This interchangeability of the products and paired serving suggestions, captures Q Catering's passion for both reducing food waste and saving money for all of its clients. 

There's something something for everyone!

Q Catering caters to everyone, and the Christmas period is no exception. Their 2023 festive offering includes a huge range of vegan and vegetarian products too, including Buffalo Cauliflower Bites, Individual Luxury Chestnut Roasts, and Chocolate Chip Orange Puddings. 

This selection not only highlights a strive for inclusivity, but also shows businesses stressing about providing vegan and vegetarian options is now no longer an issue.

Exclusive Partnerships  

This Christmas, Q Catering is proud to be working exclusively with Kent based company, The Finest Cake Company, by offering their delicious, sweet treats and bakes to its customers. The Finest Cake selection range includes Sticky Toffee Apple Traybakes, Biscoff Blondie Traybakes, Salted Caramel Brownie Traybakes and much more, besides. 

Also on offer are two enticing cheeseboards exclusive to Q Catering during the festive period, the Kent & Sussex Cheeseboard, and the British Cheeseboard, each made up of an assortment of five cheeses. Both will showcase some of the best cheeses that are available from the South East and the whole country.  

Steve Clarke, who is the MD at Q Catering says: “It's really never too early to start preparing for Christmas and we're obviously delighted to have released our first ever Christmas brochure so early in the year. 

"We're obviously well aware of  how important the festive season is to our customers and how stress can arise during this time, so we've taken the decision to launch our Christmas catalogue earlier than ever before. 

"Of course, our warehouse expansion which we undertook last year will come into great use during this time, as this expanded facility lets us offer even more of a comprehensive range of core products during this busy time. Not to mention how it allows us to keep stocking new products in line with demand and trends as we move toward the festive season.”   

He went on to say: “At the start of the year, we extended our telesales hours so orders can be placed up to 10pm on Monday to Thursday and we've also introduced a Sunday telesales service from 5-10pm. We understand the challenges that come with the festive season and our team's committed to ensuring all our customers are fully catered for.” 

Q Catering is committed to investing in all of its customers and providing them with quality products, impeccable customer service, and modernised experiences that meet businesses evolving and growing requirements.

To stay up to date with the latest news from Q Catering, sign up the newsletter here: https://www.qcatering.co.uk/newsletter/   

For more information, please visit Q Catering's website at https://www.qcatering.co.uk  

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Unwrap the Magic of Christmas With Don Papa Rum's Eternal Spring in Sugarlandia Eco-Canister

Don Papa Rum, famed for crafting absolutely exceptional aged rums which encapsulate the rich heritage of the Philippines, is justifiably proud to present this special offering to celebrate the joyous occasion of Christmas. 

With the Eternal Spring in Sugarlandia Eco-Canister, their aim is to create an extraordinary experience for both rum enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

Not only will this eco-canister make a stunning looking Christmas gift, it will you will also be gifting back to those less fortunate. 

Because £50,000 worth of the proceeds from the sales of the eco-canister will be distributed amongst a number of Don Papa supported educational and environmental charities in the Philippines.

Available for £37. The bottle will also be available in all Sainsburys outlets from November.

For details please visit https://www.donpaparum.com.