Food & Drink

The art of wine tasting

Did you know that in 2021, the U.S. produced 773 million gallons of wine ? Wine is quite popular as it helps people unwind, but did you know that there are other ways to enjoy it that enhances your experience?

Some people prefer the guidance of an expert when sampling wine. Some find the large assortment of drinks overwhelming. Others pick the wrong wines.

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Tips to Help You Become the Ultimate Party Host This Summer

There’s nothing wrong with living for the weekends when your weekend plans are always on point. You know what they say... work hard, play harder.

What some people don’t realise, however, is that iconic weekend plans don’t always need to involve going out out. Why, when we can still get glammed up and enjoy immense vibes from the comfort of our own homes, avoiding expensive cocktails...

Could it be the end for the iconic builder’s brew

Is it RIP for the traditional builder's brew?

Could it be the end for the iconic builder’s brew, as new sales figures reveal modern glass latte mugs are now a more popular purchase than the traditional tea mug.

New data from household and garden retailer wilko shows glass coffee-style mugs, made popular by chains such as Starbucks, are outselling conventional tea mugs by a third.

The figures, published ahead of National...

The Do's and Don'ts of Storing Wine

There are so many different types of rules to follow when storing your wine and it can become confusing trying to remember them all. Different types of wine need different treatments to help preserve them for longer. For example, red wine needs to be stored at a cooler temperature compared to white wine.

Many factors contribute to the quality and ageing process of your wine. This is...

What Temperature Should a Wine Cooler be?

When storing your wine you must know the different temperatures at which each bottle of wine needs to be stored. This is to allow for the long preservation of your wine and that your wine remains in excellent condition.

When storing your wine, there are many factors that can affect the quality of your wine. This is why it is important that you store your wine correctly by using...

The Growing Trend of Healthy Beverages Across Europe

In recent years, with consumers increasingly becoming more health-conscious, beverage companies have been forced to pivot towards offering healthier alternatives. As a result, the beverage industry has seen a growing trend towards incorporating healthier ingredients, reducing sugar and artificial additives, and introducing new functional drinks. Let's explore the latest consumer trends on...

Devon chef and pub owner uncorks his new wine school

The owner of a gastro pub in Exeter is raising a glass to his new wine school which launches this week.

Luke Davies, the owner of Cowick Barton gastro pub and a local wine expert, is launching Devon Local Wine School to host regular wine tastings, food and wine events and wine qualifications for those keen to learn more about wine.

He will be organising informative and...

Air fryers are STILL out of stock – there are the best buys that are available right now

Air fryers have become increasingly popular in the UK in the last couple of years, with many consumers turning to these appliances as a healthier alternative to traditional deep frying.

However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the demand for air fryers skyrocketed, leading to shortages in the UK market. – many of which are still out of stock, two years later.

Why are air...

Takeaways in England banned from using single-use plastics from October

Online Takeaway Giant Backs New Single-use Plastics Ban

The CEO of online takeaway giant Foodhub has backed a new government policy that will see takeaways in England banned from using single-use plastics from October.

The move, designed to help tackle the ongoing plastic problem and wider climate issue, will see single-use plastic cutlery, plates and bowls banned.

Foodhub CEO Ardian Mula has today endorsed the far-reaching...

Around 2 million Brits struggle with low mood throughout the darker months of the year

Boost your mood this winter with a warming cup of tea

As the sun gets lower in the sky and the weather turns increasingly nippy, millions of Brits face months of winter blues. Yet, as a national survey[1] for the UK Tea and Infusions Association (UKTIA; www.tea.co.uk ) reveals, a warming mug of tea can be just what the doctor ordered.

Around 2 million Brits struggle with low mood throughout the darker months of the year, according to...

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