Who? Fortnum & Mason
What? Deep down, we all think that it’s not quite Christmas until we’ve received a hamper of little edible treats to enjoy on Christmas morning, before the real feasting begins, so we’re quite taken with The English Essentials hamper from Fortnum & Mason. Condiments, biscuits, chocolates and tea, it’s the perfect little package to send to friends and family abroad this season. Priced at £100.
When? Available now
Who? Chocolatier William Curley What? Award-winning chocolatier William Curley has recently launched a new “Japanese Rituals” afternoon tea at The Halkin by COMO. The afternoon tea experience will include Japanese inspired patisserie, savouries and scones as well as Japanese teas and infusions. Priced at £37.50. When? Available now Where? The Halkin by COMO, Halkin Street, London SW1X 7DJ www.comohotels.com/thehalkin/ How? Reserve online www.comohotels.com/thehalkin/, call 0207 3331 060 or email bar.thehalkin@comohotels.com
Who? Champagne Laurent-Perrier and William Curley What? Chocolatier William Curley has collaborated with Champagne Laurent-Perrier to create champagne truffles exclusively for Harrods. Award-winning chocolatier William Curley has crafted this classic truffle using Amedei Toscano 70% and Laurent-Perrier Brut champagne. Gift sets contain a bottle of Laurent-Perrier Brut champagne, as well as a box of the truffles, and are priced at £52. When? Available now Where? Harrods, 87 – 135 Brompton Road, London SW1X 7XL How? Purchase in store
Who? James Pembroke What? Let’s talk about restaurants. What do you really know about eating out? In this little tome, James Pembroke discusses how the nature of restaurants has changed over the centuries and why it’s a reflection of our cultural development. Oh yes, and there’s a bit of his own restaurant memoir in it too. When? Available now Where? Available online and in store How? Buy now from Amazon
Who? eBay.co.uk What? eBay.co.uk have recently launched their new Collections feature where users can pick out some of their favourite eBay pieces to create a collage. Think Pinterest except you can buy everything you collect – all you need to do is click the “Add to collection” button on the item that you’re browsing. Life in Luxury have been one of the first to try out the feature in the UK and have loved playing around with some of the fashion pieces (but of course you can create a collection of anything you want). We’ll admit, it was a touch confusing to start with but once we got the hang of it, it got pretty addictive. The…
Who? Fazenda Nova and Eat Drink Walk What? Fazenda Nova and Eat Drink Walk have collaborated to create special food-centric tours in the Algarve. Guests will have the opportunity to experience Portuguese cuisine from farm to table and learn about local ingredients. Priced at £397, including accommodation, all meals and cookery lessons, wine tasting and transfers in the Algarve. When? 27th February to 2nd March with further dates available in May and November Where? Fazenda Nova country house, Estiramantens, Santo Estevao, 8800-504 Tavira, Portugal How? For more information, visit www.fazendanova.eu Fly via British Airways
Who? Skye Gyngell What? Chef Skye Gyngell is taking to the kitchens of Le Café Anglais as part of the 2013 series of “Cooking with Rowley”. Gyngell will be collaborating with chef/patron Rowley Leigh to create unique and one-off dinners that reflect each chef’s signature style. Price at £50 per person, including dinner, wine and service. When? 20th March Where? 8 Porchester Gardens, London W2 4DB www.lecafeanglais.co.uk How? To book, call 0207 2211 415
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