Who? Young British Foodies
What? Young British Foodies, the competition which celebrates the unsung heroes in the food industry is back for the second year. As an alternative to the best restaurant or bar, it seeks out the best butcher or baker – the talent behind the establishments. The competition is now open for entries from across the UK.
When? Entry closes 30th April
Where? www.the-ybfs.com
How? See website for more information
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? Eddingtons What? If you need some extra counter-top space in your kitchen and a nifty way to get your food to the table then this Lambourn Butcher’s Trolley could be just the thing. Made of solid beech, the trolley is sturdy and practical and it comes with three wicker baskets giving it a lovely country home feel. Priced at £895. When? Available now Where? Available online from John Lewis How? Buy now from
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
Who? Saatchi Art What? Don’t ask us how but we’ve only recently discovered Saatchi Art, the online website where you can buy, and sell, art from around the world. It was launched in 2006 by the Saatchi Gallery in London so it’s certainly been around for a while. For us, a favourite is their curated sections – handy if you find the gargantuan collection daunting. We’ll start with the delectable food collection then… When? Available now Where? Available online from Saatchi Art How? Browse now at Saatchi Art
Who? Moleskine What? If the sweet stuff is what you’re into then you can’t be without the new dessert journal from Moleskine. With four themed tabbed sections, three bookmark ribbons, double expandable inner pocket, it’s the only thing you’ll need to keep your dessert recipes in check. Now, to start baking… When? Available now Where? Available online from Moleskine How? Buy now from Moleskine
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…
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