Author: Karen Contrino

BonCulina UK is pleased to announce the appointment of Mark Smalley as Head of BonCulina Anywhere, the company’s newly established consumer and home delivery division. With a distinguished career spanning over ten years in the UK’s frozen meal home delivery sector, Smalley brings a wealth of experience to this strategic initiative. Andy Jones, Director & Head of Service Development at BonCulina UK, commented: “Our mission has always been to make nutritious, affordable, quality meals accessible to as many people as possible. With Mark joining our team, we’re poised to extend our reach directly into consumers’ homes, ensuring that more individuals…

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Calling all the veg-huns! Brighten up January and give yourself a breather with Eastern Mediterranean Kapara’s, new Veganuary menu and Dry January mocktails. Available now, experience the finest seasonal plant-based dishes and no-alcohol tipples in the heart of Soho. Celebrating the vibrancy of vegetables, chef Eran Tibi’s Veganuary menu showcases a range of new plant based plates. Making their Veganuary debut, dishes include the King Oyster Mushroom Taco, served with pistachio salsa, lemon aioli and tucked into a Yemeni pancake; and Aubergine and Mushroom Pate, served with babka and plum ketchup; which will be served alongside existing crowd-pleasers including the…

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Starting a food truck business is a thrilling way to combine your passion for food with the flexibility of mobility. But before starting, it is essential to know how much it costs to start a food truck. Learn how much you should save, from buying the car to getting permits and stocking your inventory. While running a food truck can be a dream, doing it right takes planning, budgeting, and preparation. 1. Choose your Food Truck The major cost of any food truck business is buying the truck. It’s upon you whether you buy a new food truck or buy…

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Winter is about warm and cozy ambiance and hearty, comforting dishes. Rich, bold red wines are the go-to choices for the season. However, white wines are not just for summer or warm weather. In fact, many winter dishes pair better with whites than reds. In the world of wine, there’s no shortage of full-bodied, creamy, and round whites that deserve their place in winter. Oaked Chardonnay Chardonnay is a classic, produced in many different styles. Refreshing, easy-drinking Chardonnays are ideal for summer, but the true beauty of Chardonnay lies in oak aging. As a naturally round, full-bodied grape variety, oak…

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New hotels, exciting new music festivals, major exhibitions and anniversaries makes 2025 the perfect year to visit NewcastleGateshead. To find out more go to www.newcastlegateshead.com New Hotels: 1). Gotham Hotel Newcastle | Luxury Boutique Hotel in Newcastle – Rate TBC First 5* hotel in Newcastle – Gotham Hotel – Luxury boutique hotel offering world-class rooms, amenities & services perfect for business and leisure Stays. Combining the former Fire Station and Police Station. The Fire Station side of Hotel Gotham Newcastle, opening in Spring 2025, will offer 60 thoughtfully designed bedrooms for a luxurious and unique stay. Enjoy their restaurant and bar, featuring a DJ booth, where…

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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…

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Bring Your Own Wine Every Friday | Cinnamon Collection Restaurants Dine out at one of Vivek Singh’s modern Indian restaurants with its Bring Your Own Wine Friday offer. Enjoy flavour filled Indian dishes, such as grilled Keralan spiced squid, dried lime and chilli crumble; smoked Kentish saddle of lamb, keema saag, nutmeg and peppercorn sauce; and banana tarte tatin and thandai ice cream. Pair these dishes with the perfect wine of your choice to help kick those January blues. ⭐Bring Your Own Wine Friday; bring up to one bottle for every two guests ⏰Available every Friday across all restaurants in…

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UBA | Shoreditch Pulling out the stops for the start of the zodiac season, UBA is offering a limited-time menu inspired by traditional Chinese dishes with Pan-Asian twists. Enjoy the likes of money bag dim sum packed with prawns and scallops; Serpent’s spice rendang curry chicken skewers; and traditional celebratory Longevity Noodles. Those dining from UBA’s Lunar New Year menu will receive a hongbao red envelope filled with special offers, like 10% off food and 15% off cocktails, to redeem during a future visit. 📍 61, 67 Great Eastern St, London EC2A 3HU ⭐️ Available for dinner from 24th – 31st January Book: www.ubarestaurant.com The Arch Bar,…

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Innovation is nothing new to the culinary and hospitality sectors. With new cooking techniques, dietary trends, and technological advancements shaping our dining experiences, there’s never a dull moment. Recently, food video content has emerged as a powerful tool in reshaping how we interact with food and drink. Whether you’re in the business of crafting dishes or exploring global cuisines as a viewer, the growing demand for engaging video content is undeniable. Shaping the Culinary Landscape: Key Trends Before diving into the future of food video content, it’s essential to understand the trends shaping the culinary and hospitality industries. Air Fryer…

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Award winning celebrity chef, restaurateur and author, Aldo Zilli, has returned to London for the first time in 20 years to launch Undercroft; a new restaurant in the crypt of the historic St George’s Church, Mayfair. Opening December 2024, it’s set to be one of the most exciting openings in London this year. Joining forces with industry stalwart and music publisher, Martin Priestnall, with Michael Kill spearheading the project, the powerhouse trio aspire to redefine the dining scene in Mayfair and unite their savoir-faire to bring together the best in art, design, music and food. A creative concept, Undercroft creates…

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