Heston Blumenthal Precision Range by Salter
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Heston Blumenthal Precision Range by Salter

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Who? Salter What? If you’ve been inspired to bake by the latest series of Great British Bake Off and want to get things just right then you must look to the new Heston Blumenthal Precision Range by Salter. You will certainly find it hard to do without the Dual Platform Precision Scale which has a larger platform for heavier ingredients like flour and a precision plate for small measurements like sugar. When? Available now Where? Available on Amazon How? Purchase online

British Pullman interior by Matt Hind
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Dinner with Raymond Blanc

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Who? The British Pullman What? The British Pullman will kick off a series of on board pop-up dinners starting with Michelin-starred chef Raymond Blanc. The celebrity chef has created a seven course menu accompanied by the sommelier’s choice of fine wines. Only 100 spaces are available, priced at £495 per person. When? 7pm 16th November 2013 for Raymond Blanc hosted trip Where? Departing from London Victoria Station How? For more information, see www.orient-express.com/uktrains

Ten facts about vanilla from Pure Vanilla:
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Ten facts about vanilla from Pure Vanilla:

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Pure Vanilla provides an in-depth guide to vanilla including its species, origins, history and tasting notes. The author, Shauna Sever, is an American baking blogger and former investigative journalist and TV presenter. There are 85 recipes in the book, split into six chapters (breakfasts, cakes and pies, cookies and bars, candies and confections, custards and creams, drinks), across 160 pages. Here are a few facts about vanilla from the book: The Totonac Indians were credited as the first to discover vanilla. They then introduced their techniques for working with vanilla to their conquerors the Aztecs. Vanilla was produced exclusively in Mexico until 1836 when the secrets of its pollination was…

Pure Vanilla by Shauna Sever

Pure Vanilla by Shauna Sever

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Who? Shauna Sever What? If you wanted to learn all there is to know about vanilla then Shauna Sever’s book Pure Vanilla is a must have. The book features recipes as well as essential techniques for working with vanilla. Priced at £15.99. When? Available now Where? Available in store and online How? Purchase at Amazon Ten facts about vanilla from Pure Vanilla

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Experimental Food Society’s annual exhibit returns

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Who? Experimental Food Society What? The Experimental Food Society is returning with their annual series of talks and events to stimulate the mind and tantalise the taste buds. Liberally spread over two days, this is an opportunity to meet some of the pioneering minds in food and take part in one of the many interactive exhibits. Whether you want to breathe a cloud of tea, or taste bitters created using extractions from Winston Churchill’s War Rooms, this is a showcase not to be missed. Tickets are priced at £7. When? 8th to 9th November 2013 Where? Exhibition at Truman Brewery, 15 Hanbury Street, London, E1 6QR How? For more information,…

Wine and Fine Festival returns to Hong Kong
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Wine and Fine Festival returns to Hong Kong

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Who? Hong Kong Tourism Board What? Head to Hong Kong for the ultimate gourmet extravaganza, the Wine and Dine Festival. There will be a mix of local and international culinary creations with a focus on food and wine matching. There will also be a premium tasting room for guests to get to grips with fine wines. Tickets are priced at HK$30. When? 31st October to 3rd November Where? Central Harbourfront, Hong Kong How? For more information, see www.discoverhongkong.com Fly via British Airways