Wine Smash has announced the launch of The Wine Smash Game, the world’s first wine-tasting game. From novices to connoisseurs, the game is designed to make wine exploration enjoyable and accessible for everyone. Recognising that traditional wine tastings can often feel intimidating, the creators set out to transform this experience into an engaging event where learning about wine is as fun as sipping it. Drawing inspiration from popular party games, the company has crafted a unique format that encourages interaction among players, and makes learning about wine fun rather than daunting. Using a mobile device, players sample six wines, answer trivia questions,…
Author: Karen Contrino
Many holidaymakers consider summer as the best time for a cruise holiday. However, winter cruises offer plenty of advantages, including fewer crowds in popular ports and temperatures in the low twenties. According to Google Trends data, Iglu Cruise reveals that searches for “winter cruises” have risen by 119% in the last three years, with more people looking to escape the UK during the colder months. Seasonal deals are another reason why people want to cruise in the winter. With Black Friday creeping up, Dave Mills, Chief Commercial Officer at Iglu Cruise has revealed some cruise hacks to find the best winter deals. 1. Consider…
Discover the magic of the festive season this December, with the return of Geneva Tourism’s enchanting Christmas markets – recently voted Switzerland’s best by European Best Destinations. Visitors to Geneva this festive season will also have the opportunity to experience the historic Fête de l’Escalade celebrations, while sports fanatics can take part in the annual Course de l’Escalade or the Geneva Christmas Cup, promising fun for the whole family this Christmas. Explore enchanting Christmas markets… Geneva’s Christmas markets seamlessly blend festive charm with vibrant local culture to create a mesmerising winter wonderland, which promises to immerse visitors in the spirit of the…
Mysterious giant chalk drawings of Santa have appeared on remote hillsides across the UK. The festive artworks, which feature a ‘Shh’ gesture, have been spotted in the South West near Bideford, Devon and North West near Penrith, Cumbria. The Bideford artwork is the largest of the red, white, and purple Santas, measuring a whopping 1,000 square metres. Next to each one is a small QR code to scan for a ‘sweet secret’. The artworks are part of the Cadbury Secret Santa [https://secretsanta.cadbury.co.uk/] postal service, where people can secretly send loved ones a free bar of chocolate by scanning a QR…
Creams Café, UK ‘s favourite dessert parlour, is set to revolutionise its menu with the launch of its first-ever dedicated savoury range. Following the success of sweet Hot Pockets in winter 2023, Creams is this year bringing to market an exciting new collection of savoury Hot Pockets, adding a delicious new dimension to the Creams experience. The heart of the Creams business will continue to focus on sweet treats, with the brand’s signature home-made Gelato continuing to take centre stage. However, the new savoury selection will create the opportunity for franchise partners across the business to reach a broader audience and…
SENTIA Spirits (https://sentiaspirits.com), who produce functional drinks designed by British neuropsychopharmacologist Professor David Nutt, has won Drink Product of the year at this year’s Free From Christmas Awards. This recognition reflects the brand’s commitment to offering consumers better ways to relax, unwind, and socialise, newly launched GABA Gold and GABA Red each awarded a GOLD Medal, and GABA Black receiving a SILVER. Whether you’re tired of choosing between alcohol or alcohol free or want a functional drink that elevates your social connection and your wellness, SENTIA Spirits are designed for you. David Orren, CEO and Co-Founder of SENTIA Spirits: “We are so pleased…
Two thirds of Brits believe Black Friday is a ‘con’ dreamed up by retailers to artificially boost sales. A study of 2,000 adults found 57 per cent are sceptical about discounts offered by stores during the November sale. With 46 per cent claiming to have seen the same items on ‘sale’ during the event, for cheaper elsewhere in the year. Among the tricks shoppers think retailers use include using ‘per cent’ banners without disclosing the original price (52 per cent) and flagging it as ‘limited stock’ to create a sense of urgency (50 per cent). As…
The ultimate destination for a festive foodie escape Boxing Day Stay Take all the stress out of hosting and make the Manor House your home with the estate’s two-night Boxing Day Stay experience. Settle in on 26th December with an arrival drink, welcome snack and a cosy afternoon of open fires, vinyl and board games, before tucking into three-course feast in the estate’s ever-so-festive dining room, with a show-stopping Côte de boeuf taking centre stage. Day two is a laid-back affair, beginning with a leisurely breakfast followed by a seasonal workshop in the Cookery School. After a grazing lunch,…
Environmental consciousness continues to be a hot topic, so naturally, industries are turning to sustainable practices to meet consumer demands and reduce carbon footprints. Recycled plastic containers are increasingly becoming the material of choice across several sectors. From reducing waste to saving costs, these industries are seeing substantial benefits from the shift to recycled plastic containers. Here’s a look at the top five industries leading the way in adopting this eco-friendly solution and examples of the types of recycled plastic containers they use. 1. Food and Drinks Industry In the food manufacturing sector, the commitment to sustainability is prominently reflected…
The UK’s #1 pulses & grains brand, Merchant Gourmet, is launching a new range of ready-to-eat, drain-free beans pouches, which will be available in Sainsbury’s, Waitrose & Ocado. Merchant Gourmet’s new range comes as consumer demand for pulses & beans continues to rise. The prepared beans & peas category is worth nearly £1 billion in the UK with prepared beans in double-digit growth at +11%, and chickpeas growing by +23%. Merchant Gourmet is at the forefront of this movement, meeting demand with delicious new products. Launching in mid-October, the new Merchant Gourmet Beans range features three pouches, ready to be…