Looking to lower alcohol intake in January 2025 but in need of inspiration? Look no further than Cotswolds Dry Gin Essence from the Cotswolds Distillery and Betty Buzz, a range of premium soft drinks to encourage more mindful drinking. Betty Buzz The Betty Buzz range is made with fresh ingredients, free from artificial preservatives, sweeteners, colours and flavours. They make for the perfect alcohol-free drink choice this January. The flavour range includes Sparkling Grapefruit, Lemon & Lime, Ginger Beer and Meyer Lemon, all delicious served alone or mixed into a mocktail. RRP: From £10.80 for 6 x 330ml cans. Available to purchase…
Author: Karen Contrino
The Beaumont Mayfair has appointed Brendan Fyldes as Executive Chef. Brendan is responsible for the hotel’s overall food offering, including full oversight of The Beaumont Mayfair’s brand-new dining concepts, which are set to launch later in 2025. Brendan joins The Beaumont Mayfair from Green & Fortune, where he was Chef Director, prior to which he was Executive Chef for GG Hospitality. Whilst here, Brendan worked with The Beaumont Mayfair’s Chief Executive Officer Stuart Procter, and his appointment at the hotel marks the fourth occasion that they have worked together – the first of which was Michelin-starred Northcote in Lancashire. Brendan brings exceptional experience…
HE SINGULAR TABLE OF CHEF MATAN ZAKEN On the edge of the Palais Royal gardens, just steps away from the renowned theater of the same name, lies a truly unique gastronomic restaurant. Nhome is the singular vision of Chef Matan Zaken. The unexpected journey begins with a space designed by the chef in collaboration with architect-designer Guillaume Terver from Studio leLAD. Upon entering, guests pass alongside a kitchen visible from the street, leading to an intimate first table that brings them close to the lively energy of the culinary brigade. Then comes the discovery of the main dining room, where a majestic…
Head Chef Victor Okunowo and Michelin-starred Chef Ayo Adeyemi to serve authentic West African dishes with a contemporary twist. Modern West African restaurant, Shakara, is the latest addition to London’s vibrant dining scene. Nestled in the heart of Marylebone, this first iteration of Shakara provides exclusive private dining with a thoughtfully curated menu of exceptional African cuisine and fine mixology. With Shakara’s resident DJs and live performances of Afrohouse, Afrobeats, R&B and house music, diners are invited to an electric late-night dining experience. Spanning 6,000 square feet, the space is designed by award-winning architect, Red Deer, and interior design agency,…
NOOH by La Coste Sparkling Blanc is the new non-alcoholic sparkling wine from renowned Provence vineyard Château La Coste. We are delighted to announce that Château La Coste, the renowned sustainable winery in the heart of Provence, has announced the launch of “NOOH by La Coste Sparkling Blanc,” the second non-alcoholic sparkling wine in the NOOH range. This unique de-alcoholised wine is expertly crafted by Château La Coste’s award-winning winemakers using Sauvignon Blanc grapes grown at the estate. The de-alcoholisation process is achieved through vacuum distillation, ensuring evaporation within the range of 35-40°C to preserve the character and flavour profiles…
The tiered subscription service launches on Monday 6th January To celebrate, Yolk will offer £1 coffees all day on 13th January 10 Wonka-style golden cups to be found during January, giving FREE COFFEE FOR A YEAR Yolk – the quality fast food chain serving up the best sandwiches, rice bowls, coffees and breakfasts across nine sites in Central London – has announced the launch of the Yolk BrewClub: a coffee and barista-made drink subscription, going live on Monday 6th January. Unlike those that have gone before (yes we mean Pret and Leon), this subscription serves up exceptional speciality coffee. Committed to quality and flavour,…
Tradition says your tree should come down after the Twelfth Night, which celebrates the Three Wise Men arriving in Bethlehem. The Church of England counts 12 days from Christmas Day, meaning it always falls on the 5th of January, while the Catholic Church and other denominations count from Boxing Day, making it the 6th of January. Expert-approved tips for taking down Christmas decorations Experts at Shark Clean have revealed their top tips for taking down Christmas decorations. Store your artificial Christmas tree in a box If you have an artificial tree, gently remove all the ornaments, tinsel, and lights before folding…
As the New Year rolls in, many people set health and fitness goals—but it can be difficult to stay on track when you have flights to catch! In fact, Google searches for “plane food” have soared 330% in the past month, highlighting a growing concern among travellers about maintaining their health and wellness goals while flying. Travel Republic has spoken exclusively with a certified gastrointestinal nutritionist to reveal some essential tips and advice for keeping your body in peak condition while travelling. With a 2,425% surge in Google searches for “Veganuary” and a 260% increase in searches for “veganism” in the past month, plant-based diets are once…
Following its highly successful launch in November, and a short break over the Christmas and New Years, The 1 Bar will be back with more exciting events from the 7th of January. With more musical performances, themed nights and new offerings, The 1 Bar is ready to liven up your evenings in Central London. The cocktail bar on 18 Appold Street is also expanding its menu to mixed charcuterie boards, pizzas, crackers, olives and nuts – perfect for pairing with their signature drinks or with non-alcoholic mocktails for those embracing Dry January. The 1 Bar will soon launch a special…
Community retailer SPAR has launched a new way for shoppers to win much-needed cash this New Year, by playing the free Frozen Fortune game with an amazing pool of 400,000 instant rewards including big brand products up for grabs. SPAR is giving away four £10,000 grand prizes, and as people begin to dream of adventures and travels for 2025, a £200 holiday voucher will also be given away every day until the competition ends on the 19th of February. Shoppers can also win instant prizes from a huge array of brands including: Pepsi Max McVities Jaffa Cakes Aero or Milkybar…