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Marco Beverage Systems Wants Cafes to Get Pour’d

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 19:17:24 +0000

Commercial beverage equipment maker Marco Beverage Systems has just served up a versatile device called Pour’d (styled by the company as POUR’D) aimed squarely at the cold coffee category. Maintaining...

10 Unique Christmas Tree Decorations to Fast-Forward Right to the Holidays

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 18:09:13 +0000

We’re only halfway through summer, but given how we’re kinda-sorta heading back to normal, we’re already itching to get ready for the most wonderful time of the year: the holidays.

The season is going to look a little different again due to the pandemic, but that's not going to stop us from belting out holiday songs before flannel season. Hey, we're only taking cues from stores that have started playing "All I Want For Christmas" in July.

Cutting 250 calories daily and exercising may improve heart health in obese older adults

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 18:01:22 +0000

Among older adults with obesity, combining aerobic exercise with moderate reductions in total daily calories led to greater improvements in vascular health compared to exercise alone. Reducing calorie intake by approximately 250 calories per day may lead to significant weight loss and improve vascular health in older adults with obesity.

Sun King Brews Up A Funnel Of Beer For Indiana State Fair Goers

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 17:40:10 +0000

Two years ago, organizers for the Indiana State Fair approached Sun King Brewery about doing a special state fair brew. And that’s exactly what Sun King did - they made a State Fair State Fair Funnel Cake Pastry Ale.

Katie McGlynn weight loss: Coronation Street's Sinead’s trick to easily lose a stone

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 17:18:00 +0000

KATIE MCGLYNN is a famous British actress best known for playing Sinead Tinker in the ITV series Coronation Street. The star went through an incredible fitness transformation. But how did she do it?

Molly Baz's Tuna Sandwich Ruined Us for All Other Tuna Sandwiches

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 17:00:00 +0000

If you love cross-back aprons and salt, and you know what a Cae Sal is, odds are you’re a fan of Molly Baz, recipe developer and the author of Cook This Book. Baz is also a sandwich aficionado, and she’s getting ready to share her wisdom with all of us, via The Sandwich Universe, her new podcast with Declan Bond, on the Food52 Podcast Network. We were able to score a little preview of the first few episodes of the pod and find out some of Baz’s thoughts on sandwiches—plus, we’re sharing a killer tuna sandwich recipe from Cook This Book! Who’s ready for lunch?

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Tuna Sandwich

Fans of Baz know she loves tuna (so much so that she named her dog after it!). Naturally, there’s a tuna sandwich in Cook This Book, but it’s not the tuna salad sandwich you’d find in a lunchbox. Though there is a time and a place for those as well, Baz’s dream tuna sandwich is a bit more exciting. “This was originally destined to be a niçoise salad, my attempt at taking a fresh look at the beloved French classic of tuna, olive, potato, and egg,” writes Baz in the recipe headnote. She swiftly realized she couldn’t improve on something that’s already perfect, so she switched gears: “However, if you take all of those same flavors and rearrange them in the form of a sandwich (sorta à la pan bagnat), then I do have reason to get involved." And thus, her Niçoise Sando With Smashed Eggs & Black Olive Mayo was born. Spoiler alert: there are potato chips inside.

Sohla's Cheesy Mochi Cake Is the World's Most Perfect Snack

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 16:00:00 +0000

Every month, in Off-Script With Sohla, pro chef and flavor whisperer Sohla El-Waylly will introduce you to a must-know cooking technique—and then teach you how to detour toward new adventures.

I like foods with a little chew. I’m endlessly entertained by springy tteokbokki in their spicy sauce. I love sucking up squishy tapioca pearls in boba tea through a fat straw. And every kind of mochi gets me excited, from the ice-cream-stuffed mochi bites at TJ’s to pink sakura mochi wrapped in a cherry blossom leaf. Lucky for me—and you! and all of us!—mochi cake is not only simple, but also incredibly adaptable. There’s no folding, no sifting, no tempering, no whipping. Once you learn the basic steps and ratio, you can dream up any kind of mochi cake. Lemme show you how.

Ethiopian Green Coffee Specialist Unravel Merchants Makes US Launch

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 15:16:41 +0000

A new green coffee company called Unravel Merchants has launched with a focus on specialty coffees from Ethiopia for the North American market. The company is the fruit of a...

Garden Tomato Sauce

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 15:14:12 +0000

In the summer, there’s nothing better than homemade, fresh garden tomato sauce – perfect for your favorite pasta dish!

Garden Tomato Sauce

I have a garden in my backyard, and every summer, I always end up with a ton of tomatoes. Making plum tomato sauce from scratch is an excellent way to use them up. I sometimes make an extra batch or two to freeze so I can eat it in the fall – it’s such a treat. If your garden is overflowing with grape or cherry tomatoes, try this grape tomato version.

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Former NFL Player Launches First CBD Products Made From Orange Peels

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 14:53:37 +0000

Former NFL player Chris Hetherington has officially introduced the first orange-derived CBD oil, Peels, that promises a more consistent, pure, and stable texture, as well as zero trace of THC compared to regular CBD products extracted from hemp plants.

AUGUST 2, 2021 – WINE NEWS FETCH

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 14:45:25 +0000

TOP NEWS Freight Blues Driving up Wine Costs Black vintners say securing capital their biggest challenge Can Sweet Wine’s U.S. Image Be Rehabilitated? Males used to drink more alcohol than females, but not any more Those San Francisco Millennials in your tasting room could be a superspreader event Bye, Bye Wine Direct: The Quick Books […]

Meat Is A Liberal Issue. It Shouldn’t Be.

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 14:17:19 +0000

Well-reasoned conservativism ought to lead us to the plant-based bandwagon.

Sancerre vs Pouilly-Fumé: Tasting the differences - Ask Decanter

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 14:00:30 +0000

Kate Carpenter, London, asks: Do you have any tips on how to tell Sancerre wine and Pouilly-Fumé apart in a blind tasting?

Jim Budd, DWWA Regional Chair for the Loire, replies: The differences between these Sauvignon Blancs are nuanced and subtle.

Pouilly-Fumé tends to be a little broader, softer, slightly less vibrant and aromatic than Sancerre. It can have a smoky character, especially those from flint (silex) soils, though this can also be true of Sancerre grown on flint.

Both Pouilly-Fumé and Sancerre, especially the good ones, have grass and citric characters – typically grapefruit – rather than the classic notion of cat’s pee, which in the Loire is a sign of unripe grapes. In ripe, hot years stone-fruit characters emerge.

Both should have linear purity of flavour and can age attractively. Producers like Henri Bourgeois, Joseph Mellot and Pascal Jolivet make both Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé, so try them together and see if you can taste the differences.

Speaking to Decanter, Pascal Jolivet said ‘The late Kit Stevens MW once said, Sancerre is like spring, Pouilly-Fumé like summer – meaning that Sancerre is more immediately approachable in its youth, but with Pouilly-Fumé, you have to wait.

‘Pouilly-Fumé is more mineral, a connoisseur’s wine. It was very famous in the 1980s and ’90s, until Sancerre eclipsed it in popularity – maybe partly because Sancerre is easier to pronounce. We’re on a mission to bring Pouilly-Fumé back.’

First published in the February 2020 issue of Decanter magazine and updated with quotes from Jolivet in 2021.

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Church’s Chicken Acquired By Investment Firm High Bluff Capital Partners

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 14:00:00 +0000

High Bluff Capital Partners is adding Church’s Chicken to its growing roster of restaurant brands under its REGO Restaurant Group platform, which includes Quiznos and Taco Del Mar.

The best cooking courses and kits to keep children busy this summer holiday

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 13:39:48 +0000

Those San Francisco Millennials in your tasting room could be a superspreader event

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 13:21:23 +0000

Source: SF Dept. of Public Health via San Francisco Chronicle

The Return of the 13th Annual Oakridge Keg & Cask Festival

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 13:20:20 +0000

In less than two weeks, the 13th Annual Oakridge Keg & Cask Festival returns to Oregon mountain town of Oakridge. This fundraising street fair makes its return on Saturday, August 14 beginning at 3:00pm that’ll feature craft beer, Willamette Valley wines, organically distilled spirits with a day full of live music, food, and art. Each […]

Inside Μartha Stewart Inc. And Its Quest To Build A Lasting Food Brand

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 13:04:25 +0000

Investors are cashing in on Martha Stewart and her iconic cooking: Martha Stewart Kitchen is now a grocery store brand coming to an aisle near you.

The 2021 Met Gala Is Going Plant-Based—Here’s Why

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 13:00:00 +0000

Yes, people eat at the Met Gala. And for the first-time ever, the food will be chef-curated and 100% plant-based.

How to get more omega 3-rich foods into your diet for a healthier, longer life

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 12:50:20 +0000

12 Ideas to Deck Out Your Small Balcony—Without Sacrificing Space

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 12:30:00 +0000

Ah, a balcony. The city-living dream. We can give up in-unit laundry, a parking space, and a second bedroom, so long as there’s a teeny bit of outdoor space to bask in. It’s simply one of those things that make living in a city apartment all worth it, because you’ve got your own slice of outside without having to actually leave.

That said, in most areas, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a balcony that’s bigger than 20 square feet, which means space is at a premium, and smart solutions for fitting all the things you want out there are essential. While sometimes you’ll need to make the tough decisions between bistro table or vegetable garden, bar or outdoor sectional, sometimes it’s just a matter of employing smart ways to use the small space.

Thai Chicken Skewers

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 12:00:00 +0000

These Thai chicken skewers are marinated in coconut milk, curry, and spices and then grilled to perfection. It’s a quick and easy meal that’s packed full of flavor!

Eating and grilling meat on a stick is just easy and fun! You have to try these other skewers recipes Asian Garlic Steak, Hawaiian Teriyaki Chicken, and Cajun Shrimp and Sausage.

Thai Chicken Skewers

I love Thai food, so I decided to recreate some of my favorite restaurant flavors at home with these grilled chicken skewers. Chunks of chicken breasts are marinated in coconut milk, curry paste, ginger, and lime, then threaded onto skewers and grilled. The marinade takes just 5 minutes to put together, and the chicken should sit in the marinade for at least one hour, or up to 8 hours if you like to plan ahead!

You can find all the ingredients you need for the marinade in any major grocery store. The red curry paste comes in small jars and is typically found in the ethnic foods aisle. If it’s not grilling weather, you can either broil the chicken skewers or use a grill pan on your stovetop. After the chicken comes off the grill, it gets sprinkled with cilantro and chopped peanuts. These are so good, you are going to love them!

Ingredients for Thai Chicken

I serve these Thai chicken skewers with a quick and easy peanut sauce. If you’re in a hurry, you can use a store-bought peanut sauce, but the homemade sauce tastes so much better and takes just minutes to put together.

Boneless skinless chicken breast: Cut the chicken into 1 inch pieces
Coconut milk: You can find this int he Asian aisle by the soy sauce. It is often found in a can.
Brown sugar: Adds a bit of sweetness to the spice.
Red curry paste: Add more or less depending on how spicy you want it.
Knob of ginger: Peel and cut into 3 slices.
Zest of one lime: Wash and use a zester or the smallest holes of a cheese grater.
Salt and Pepper: Add to taste.
Chopped cilantro and peanuts: These are a garnish that you are going to want to make sure you use.

For the Peanut Sauce

Creamy peanut butter: You can use natural peanut butter but the consistency will vary.
Soy sauce: Use low-sodium soy sauce if you desire.
Brown sugar: Adds a bit of sweet to the tang.
Lime juice: Use the juice of the lime you zested for the chicken.
Sesame oil: This is a finishing oil that adds incredible flavor.
Minced garlic: Use fresh for the best flavor but jarred will work when you are in a hurry.
Warm water: Add more or less to thin or thicken the sauce.

How to Make Thai Chicken Skewers

The next time you’re craving Thai food, skip the take-out and make these chicken skewers at home instead, you’ll be glad you did!

Make the Marinade: Place the coconut milk, brown sugar, curry pasta, ginger, lime zest, salt and pepper in a resealable freezer bag. Seal and shake to combine.
Marinate Chicken: Place the chicken in the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least one hour or up to 8 hours.
Skewer: Remove the chicken from the marinade and thread onto skewers.
Grill: Preheat the grill or a grill pan to medium heat. Place the chicken skewers on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side or until cooked through.
Garnish: Sprinkle the cilantro and peanuts on top of the chicken and serve with peanut sauce.
Make the sauce: Combine the peanut butter, soy sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, sesame oil, garlic and warm water in a bowl. Whisk until smooth and serve alongside the chicken.

Thai Chicken Skewer Tips

I typically serve my chicken skewers with steamed rice and a green veggie to round out the meal; all of my kids happily devour this dinner which never happens!

Chicken: You can use boneless skinless chicken thighs as well as the breasts. Be sure to keep the cuts even and bite sized for fast even cooking. The chicken can be swapped out for pork, beef or shrimp. Cooking times will vary.
Marinate: The longer you can marinate the chicken the better the flavor it will have, so plan ahead and make sure you have ample time.
Skewers: Soak the skewers for at least an hour and up to overnight. No need to dry them before skewering the meat on.
How You Know it’s Done: The internal temperature of chicken should reach 165 degress when done.

Baking, Serving and Thai Chicken Skewers

You are going to want to keep ingredients for this handy so you can make it often.

Bake: If you want a hands off way to cook these chicken skewers try the oven. Bake on a baking sheet that has been lined with foil and sprayed. Make sure there is plenty of room between skewers so they do not steam. Bake at 350 for 15-20 minutes or till internal temperature is 165. For a charred finish broil for 1 minute on each side.
Serve: Thai Chicken Skewers go perfectly with rice or noodles. They can also be used to top salads, pizzas, vegetable stir fry, or make Thai tacos. Any way you make them they are going to be delicious!

How to Store Chicken Skewers

Leftover Thai Chicken can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months. Make sure they are placed in an airtight container or freezer-safe bag. Reheat in the microwave and then finish crisping in the oven or on the stove top. Extra peanut sauce can be kept in the fridge for up to 4 days and can also be frozen for 3 months.

Thai Chicken Skewers

These Thai chicken skewers are marinated in coconut milk, curry and spices and then grilled to perfection. It’s a quick and easy meal that’s packed full of flavor!

Course Appetizer

Cuisine Asian American, Thai

Keyword chicken skewers, thai chicken skewers

Prep Time 1 hour 10 minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes

Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes

Servings

More than 150 pubs could re-open in Wales on 7th August

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 10:51:47 +0000

The Welsh Beer & Pub Association (WBPA) says more than 150 pubs in Wales could re-open on 7th August, if the Welsh government presses ahead with the planned removal of most covid restrictions on that date.

The Welsh government has previously stated that it intends to review and remove most of the remaining restrictions from 7th August.

In total, there are just over 3,000 pubs in Wales, meaning 5% of the pub sector in Wales has still been unable to re-open and trade for nearly 17 months.

The WBPA has held constructive and encouraging meetings recently with the Welsh government to highlight the restrictions that are limiting the viability of pubs, but also baseline mitigations that can be kept in place keeping customers and staff safe.

Key for the nation’s pubs is the removal of table-only service and social distancing.

The calls from the WBPA come as first minister, Mark Drakeford, announced that all adults who have been fully-vaccinated will no longer have to self-isolate if they are identified as close contacts of someone with coronavirus from 7th August. The WBPA and British Beer and Pub Association are now urging the other UK nations to follow the lead of Wales and ensure consistency across the UK.

Emma McClarkin, chief executive of the WBPA, said: “It is vital for pubs and brewers in Wales that restrictions on our trade are removed come 7th August. Only once restrictions are removed can the recovery of the Welsh beer and pub sector begin. Across the UK, it is imperative all our pubs and brewers are operating without restrictions, from Lands End to John O’Groats.

“Many pubs have sadly already been lost due to lockdowns and imposing restrictions in Wales. However, if the restrictions are removed in Wales on 7th August, we believe over 150 pubs could re-open that haven’t been able to so far because the current restrictions such as table service and social distancing mean they cannot operate or trade viably.”

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Bath Ales announces meet the brewer open days

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 10:17:53 +0000

Bath Ales is to launch regular meet the brewer open days at its state-of-the-art Hare Brewery in Warmley. The first event will be on Saturday, 7th August.

Bath Ales production manager, Will Hartley: Photograph: Bath Ales

The immersive experience will take place on the first Saturday of each month, offering beer lovers the chance to go behind the scenes at Bath Ales and discover how its beers — including Gem amber ale and Lansdown IPA — are crafted.

Guided by a Bath Ales brewer, visitors will get to marvel at the technology and equipment, and learn all about what goes into making beer, from grain to glass.

The tour completes with the all-important taste test, presenting the opportunity to sample a range of fresh premium beers — including familiar favourites and new brews — as well as some delicious food pairings.

Will Hartley, production manager at Bath Ales, said: “We’re delighted to be offering visitors an immersive experience at Hare Brewery that will provide a fascinating insight into the art of brewing, led by an expert from our team.

“It’s a chance for anyone who loves beer to gain an understanding of the hard work and skill that goes into each step of the brewing process. There’s a great deal more to a pint of beer than meets the eye, and we can’t wait to show you.”

Brewery tours will run throughout the open days, from 11.30am until 3.30pm. Visitors who don’t fancy a tour are still more than welcome to visit the taproom for beer and a bite to eat.

Bookings for the tour or the taproom should be made in advance via the Bath Ales website.

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Top London wine bars as chosen by the experts

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 10:15:18 +0000

Flor wine bar

Best London wine bars chosen by the experts

Listed in alphabetical order. Look out for our guide to the best wine bars in Soho in the September issue of Decanter, on sale early August. Subscribe here.

10 Greek Street

10 Greek Street. Credit: 10greekstreet.com

10 Greek St does really good food and the wine list is very well priced. Luke Wilson, the owner, keeps a little black book of the good stuff, with very encouraging cash margins! Gearoid Devaney MS

10 Greek street has a small but well-designed and perfectly executed menu, along with well-chosen wines at great prices. Xavier Rousset MS

10 Greek Street, W1D 4DH
+44 (0) 20 7734 4677
10greekstreet.com

The 10 Cases

The 10 Cases. Credit: 10cases.co.uk

If I fancy a glass of something interesting in a laid back, cosy atmosphere, then The 10 Cases in Covent Garden is perfect. The wine list always has plenty to tempt me and the food is delicious but unfussy. Mark Andrew

The 10 Cases must be one of my most regular haunts. Ideally located near Covent Garden, it has an ever-changing wine list (they only ever buy ten cases of each wine), a choice of tapas-style food as well as main dishes, plus a bottle shop next door with informal dining and a handy function room in the basement. Richard Hemming MW

The 10 cases has a great selection of wines. It’s a very honest place run by passionate people – we need more of this format in London. Xavier Rousset MS

16 Endell Street, Covent Garden, WC2H 9BD
+44 (0) 20 7836 6801
10cases.co.uk

40 Maltby Street

40 Maltby Street has a great natural wine list that is well priced and served with beautiful seasonal food. Buzzing atmosphere and wonderfully casual. Isabelle Legeron MW

40 Maltby Street, SE1 3PA
+44 (0) 20 7237 9247
40maltbystreet.com

67 Pall Mall

For a guilty pleasure, the range of wines by the glass at 67 Pall Mall with Coravin is hard to resist with some iconic wines from older vintages available… need I say more? Gearoid Devaney MS

67 Pall Mall is the ultimate wine lover’s destination, with an extraordinary array of choice served by Coravin and a fixed corkage charge of £20. The food isn’t cheap but it is classic and expertly prepared. The only disadvantage is you need to be a member! Richard Hemming MW

67 Pall Mall, SW1Y 5ES
+44 (0) 20 3000 6767
67pallmall.co.uk

Andrew Edmunds

Andrew Edmunds. Credit: andrewedmunds.com

In my opinion Andrew Edmunds is London’s best kept secret: rustic food accompanied by top wines from Burgundy as well as new World wines, sold with very little mark up. There are often real gems to be found. Andrea Briccarello

See our full review of Andrew Edmunds restaurant here

46 Lexington Street, W1F 0LP
+44 (0) 20 7437 5708
andrewedmunds.com

Antidote

Situated just off glamorous and bustling Carnaby Street, Antidote is a relaxed wine bar and restaurant across two floors. Their wine list is extensive and made up exclusively of organic and biodynamic wines. There’s a strong focus on France and you can often find interesting wines and older vintages peppered throughout the list. The cheese boards are to die for and along with charcuterie and small plates will help soak up the second or third bottle. Natalie Earl.

12A Newburgh St, Carnaby, London W1F 7RR
+44 (0) 20 7287 8488
www.antidotewinebar.com

Bar Douro

One of the few places that genuinely qualifies as a wine bar, you’ll find this congenial little blue-and-white-tiled Portuguese joint in Flat Iron square, not far from Borough Market. It follows on from a successful pop-up and series of supper clubs run by Max Graham of the Churchill family, who owns the new permanent premises.

Despite the name, the all-Portuguese wine list extends well beyond the Douro region with bottles and vintages you’d be lucky to find elsewhere. Winemakers visit regularly, so get on the mailing list for winemaker dinners. The food is authentically Portuguese, with some of the best, most meltingly tender octopus I’ve eaten. The set lunch is a bargain at £9.50 for two courses. Altogether charming.

Don’t miss: the white Port and tonic. Fiona Beckett, in Decanter magazine

Arch 35b Flat Iron Square, Union Street, SE1 1TD

020 7378 0524

bardouro.co.uk

Blanchette

Blanchette. Credit: blanchettesoho.co.uk

Blanchette in Soho is where I go for the ambiance and to relax. One of the owners is a DJ so the music is really good. They do French food well and you can’t beat their frogs legs with a crisp Alsace Pinot Blanc. The wine list is small but well choosen by Max and Yannis. Claire Thevenot MS

9 D’Arblay Street, W1F 8DR
+44 (0)207 439 8100
blanchettesoho.co.uk

Brat

Brat restaurant. Credit: Benjamin McMahon

The name Brat doesn’t refer to the mild-mannered chef Tomos Parry as you might expect from Shoreditch, but to the restaurant’s signature dish of a whole turbot, which is cooked in the wood-fired oven. Other cheaper options (the brat is £55 upwards but designed for sharing) are grilled over open coals – fire is so 2018, don’t you know?

The intelligent wine list – divided into Easy Drinkers, Classics and Off the Beaten Track – has been compiled with the help of wine bar royalty Dan Keeling and Mark Andrew of Noble Rot.

Great interior, bustling, congenial with long shared tables – maybe not the place for a romantic evening, but a great place to eat on your own at the bar or to hang out with friends.

Don’t miss: the turbot, obviously. Fiona Beckett, in Decanter magazine

4 Redchurch St, E1 6JL

bratrestaurant.com

Bright

Bright bar

Another Hackney hangout, this is the latest opening from the team behind the much-hyped P Franco, who have taken the premises formally occupied by Ellory, whose brigade has moved on to Leroy. It ticks all the usual East London boxes – cool, minimalist decor, natural wine list (with a good selection by the glass), simple Britalian food, but all delivered with flair and great affability.

Pastas are a feature, thanks to joint head chef Sardinia-born Giuseppe Belvedere, who previously worked with Ed Wilson at Brawn; you can detect his influence in the cooking too. Carnivores will be relieved to learn there’s a fair amount of pork (not many concessions to vegans here).

Don’t miss: the pork chop with capers. Fiona Beckett, in Decanter magazine

1 Westgate Street, E8 3RL

020 3095 9407

brightrestaurant.co.uk

brilliant corners

brilliant corners. Credit: Facebook brilliant corners

brilliant corners is one of my favourites spots in London! Simple, affordable Japanese-inspired menu with great sushi. They do low-margins on a well-curated, natural wine list. Isabelle

Food Flair You Will Wear With Pride—Each Purchase Aids Hunger Relief

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 10:00:00 +0000
Delicacies Jewelry's newest collection is ‘The Dumpling Collection.’ Designed to meet customer requests, they partnered with the Welcome to Chinatown organization and will be donating $10.00 [one meal] for every necklace sold from the collection.

Juicy Grilled Chicken Tenders

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 10:00:00 +0000

Grilled Chicken Tenders are the perfect easy dinner for summer that kids and adults alike will adore! Juicy chicken strips are soaked in a spicy marinade, and then grilled until tender and crispy.

Love chicken? Make sure to try my majorly delish Homemade Chicken Nuggets! They’re a total duper for Chick Fil A!

These Grilled Chicken Tenders Are Easy!!

If I had to guess the most-ordered meal from family restaurants, overall, I would guess chicken tenders.

Continue reading Juicy Grilled Chicken Tenders at Cookies and Cups.

Shepherd Neame Cask Club returns with Rebel Flame

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 09:07:28 +0000

Shepherd Neame is bringing back its real ale initiative Cask Club this month, and the first beer on offer is new brew Rebel Flame.

Photographs: Shepherd Neame

A 4.5% ABV tropical IPA, Rebel Flame is deep golden in colour with a combination of floral, mango, and citrus aromas, courtesy of its six hop varieties.

Combining Cascade, Centennial, Amarillo, and Mosaic from the US, with native Challenger and Boadicea from the UK, Rebel Flame boasts pleasant well-rounded malty notes, finishing with a touch of spice. The limited edition cask ale will be available throughout August.

Shepherd Neame’s head brewer, Mike Unsworth, said: “We are delighted to launch our first Cask Club beer of 2021, continuing our efforts to encourage more people to enjoy what we believe is one of the best drinks in the world.

“Rebel Flame taps into the growing demand from drinkers who want to try something new, but from a trusted brand. This tropical IPA offers a different flavour and character to our core cask range, and we are confident it will appeal to a wide range of drinkers.”

The Faversham-based brewer and pub operator launched Cask Club in 2019, with a new ale released each month, celebrating modern styles and flavours, with exciting recipes and classic seasonal favourites. The initiative highlights the brewer’s continued passion for innovation and seasonality, offering loyal fans different tastes, while also attracting new cask ale drinkers.

Along with inventive tastes, the look and feel of the Cask Club brands take a fresh approach, with dynamic design and bright colours for good standout on the bar.

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Should You Cook With Butter or Oil? Well, That Depends

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 09:00:00 +0000
Choosing the right cooking fat for the job is key. We’re here to help.

New programme announced by Beer Tours UK

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 08:24:16 +0000

Steve Hobman’s Beer Tours UK has announced new tour opportunities following the relaxation of covid restrictions for pubs and brewery taps.

The new tours include an inaugural visit to the Isle of Man and the launch of a Northern Cities Beer Odyssey in 2021, with a proposed Hop Harvest Walk in Herefordshire for 2022. These will supplement the long established and popular tour routes around the North of England, North Wales, and Shropshire.

As a pioneer in British beer tourism, the Chester-based operation was created with a clear mission to help both ale veterans and rookies alike explore ‘hidden’ independent brewers with their rich tapestry of ales, alongside unique pub heritage, from city centre boozers to grand old coaching inns.

The relaxed bespoke tours have been enjoyed by visitors from both around the UK and abroad, including the USA, Canada, Australia, and Scandinavia.

• Further details at www.beertoursuk.com
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Dunphail Distillery receives planning approval – Scotch Whisky News

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 07:05:53 +0000

Dunphail Distillery receives planning approval

The team behind London’s Bimber Distillery have today confirmed that plans to open a new Scottish whisky distillery and visitor centre in Dunphail, south of Forres have been approved by Moray Council. The planned 200,000 LA capacity site will be constructed through the conversion of an existing farm steading.

“We’re delighted that our planning application has been approved” said spokesperson Matt McKay. “We’re incredibly excited to be moving forward with our new distillery. We’ve worked very closely with Moray Council to ensure that Dunphail not only harmonises with the landscape, but that it also supports the wider community and the conservation of the local environment and its ecosystems. We are looking forward to turning our vision for Dunphail into a reality and crafting truly exceptional world-class single malt whiskies.”

The ‘craft’ Scotch whisky distillery will combine tradition and modernity in both its appearance as well as its production processes. It will feature a floor malting facility and traditional kiln which will be utilised to process locally sourced barley. The fermentation times will be long, and distillation will be through direct-fired stills.

The breaking of ground expected to take place in early 2022 with distillation due to commence later that year. The company is now in the process of raising the investment requried to fund the capital expenditure costs to construct the new distillery and to fund the initial operational costs whilst casks mature.

Additional details about the planned construction process, distillery specifications, and opportunities to play a part in Dunphail’s journey through memberships and cask purchases will announced over the coming months.

Girvan 40 Year Old 1979 Sovereign Exclusive at The Whisky Barrel – Scotch Whisky News

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 07:04:29 +0000

Girvan 40 Year Old

One of our customer favourite anniversary and birthday gifting bottles. Distilled 1979 and bottled 2019 exclusively for TWB from a single cask.

Few bottles remain of this golden whisky which has a nose of blackcurrants, toffee apples and mint. The palate is mellow but sweet with notes of raspberries, blackberries and green herbs. The finish is long, with lingering spice. Girvan 40 Year Old 1979 vintage Lowland single grain Scotch whisky. Single cask refill hogshead #16642 distilled May 1979 bottled May 2019 by Hunter Laing & Co. for the Sovereign series. Selected and bottled exclusively for The Whisky Barrel. 291 numbered bottles.

Girvan Distillery is a Scottish Lowland grain whisky distillery situated on the Ayrshire coast. It looks out to the island of Ailsa Craig the source of granite from which curling stones are shaped. William Grant and Sons Ltd opened this distillery in 1963 to supply grain whisky to their blends of scotch but with careful maturation in quality casks Girvan is also able to produce excellent single grain whiskies.

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New and Exclusive: GlenDronach 1993 #8635 at The Whisky Shop – Scotch Whisky News

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 07:03:59 +0000

New and Exclusive: GlenDronach 1993 #8635

Bottled exclusively for The Whisky Shop, this exciting ’90s single cask was distilled way back when Gabrielle’s ‘Dreams’ was #1 in the charts! Aged for 26 years in a Pedro Ximénez puncheon, you’ll discover striking aromas of plum, fruit cake and mandarin with a decadent palate of maraschino cherry, figs, dark chocolate and maple syrup – a truly special dram!

We are delighted to release this single cask GlenDronach that has been bottled exclusively for us at The Whisky Shop. This one-off release has been aged for 26 years in a Pedro Ximénez puncheon – a large cask of around 500 litres, a similar size to a sherry butt but with a wider shape. This is a rich and bold sherry that has intense, sweet dried fruit, raisin and fig notes. This release is limited to 682 bottles at a strength of 54.9% abv.

The nose opens with striking notes of plum, rich fruit cake and hints of mandarin moving into a decadent palate of maraschino cherry, figs, dark chocolate and a hint of maple syrup. There is further sweetness on the finish which intertwines with some delicate exotic spices.

Glendronach sits on the Dronach Burn in Deveron, north of Inverurie and was founded in 1826 by James Allardyce. Within a decade the distillery was destroyed by a fire, but was soon rebuilt thanks to the involvement of some key whisky industry figures including Walter Scott and ‘Captain’ Charles Grant. The distillery was sold to William Teacher & Sons (who later became Allied Distillers) in 1976.

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Inverurie Whisky Shop ‘Join us in store for a Limited Raasay Tasting’ – Scotch Whisky News

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 07:02:33 +0000

ISLE OF RAASAY IN-STORE TASTING

Isle of Raasay “The Six” Tasting Event and 70cl Bottle with Alasdair Day 21st August 2021 7pm

From the Isle of Raasay, an island rooted in centuries of illicit distilling, comes this lightly peated Single Malt Whisky.

A combination of 6 cask styles, maturing both peated and unpeated whisky make up this batch release of the lightly peated single malt.

Rye Whiskey, Chinquapin and Bordeaux Red Wine Casks are used to create this exceptional release

Discover the journey taken to create the first ever legal whisky on the Isle of Raasay.

This unique tasting event allows you to try whisky from each cask style, both peated and unpeated.

Included is a 70cl bottle of the final core batch of 2021 from the distillery

Join us in our Brand New Tasting Room at the Inverurie Whisky Shop, or, if you prefer, join us Virtually from the comfort of your own home.

Either way you will be taken on an exceptional journey of discovery by Alasdair Day, founder of the Raasay Distillery, who will be joining us in Inverurie.

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Loch Lomond 25YO Single Cask ✨at Loch Fyne Whiskies – Scotch Whisky News

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 07:01:27 +0000

New: 25 Year Old Loch Lomond Single Cask!

Fore! New one landed from the bonnie banks. This latest collab is to commemorate pro golfer Lee Westwood’s incredible 25 wins on the European Tour! Matured in a tasty refill American hogshead, bottled at 55.3% abv and limited edition, this is one for the whisky enthusiasts and golf fans alike! A 25 Year Old first edition single cask from Loch Lomond created in partnership with professional golfer, Lee Westwood, to commemorate his 25 wins on the European Tour. Working alongside Lee was Master Blender, Michael Henry helping select the right cask – a refill American hogshead that had previously held spirit from the distillery’s iconic straight neck stills. Bottled at 55.3% abv and limited edition, this is one for the whisky collectors and enthusiasts, and the golf fans alike!

HAMISH SAYS

Nose: peaches, Braeburn apples, orange zest.

Palate: toasted oak, pineapple, caramel.

Finish: ginger and cinnamon.

£385.00
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Mark’s Whisky Ramblings 396: Dalwhinnie 2002 Distillers Edition – Scotch Whisky News

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 07:00:57 +0000

Mark’s Whisky Ramblings 396: Dalwhinnie 2002 Distillers Edition

Mark Dermul, Belgian whisky blogger, tries another Distillers Edition, a series from Diageo in which they offer up their classic malts with a second maturation on a different type of cask. In the case of Dalwhinnie, which is old Gallic for ‘a meeting place’, this is an oloroso sherry cask. This is the release from 2019, so a distillate from 2004.

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Washington 2018 reds: vintage overview and top-scoring wines

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 07:00:35 +0000

Columbia Gorge, Washington State
Washington 2018 red wines overall score

5/5

A highly memorable year, the 2018 vintage was an unabashed success for Washington red wines.

Many Washington State winemakers consider 2018 to be one of the most captivating vintages in the past two decades — if not the best.

Scroll down for the top-scoring Washington 2018 red wines

Unlike 2017, 2018 did not see impact from fires; additionally 2018 was warm without being excessively so, which plagued some red wines made in 2015 and 2016.

The top 2018 red wine bottlings display remarkable poise, texture, flavour density and richness which span all Washington State AVAs.

COMING SOON

Washington 2018 red wines – Individual analysis by AVA:

Columbia Valley | Horse Heaven Hills | Red Mountain | Walla Walla Valley | Yakima Valley

Plus: Top-value Washington 2018 reds – the best to buy

A brief look at the AVAs

Each Washington State AVA showcases its distinct style in 2018.

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2020 Buil & Giné Nosis Rueda (Spain)

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 03:22:40 +0000
2020 Buil & Giné Nosis Rueda (Spain) Made with 100% Verdejo grapes Lots of tropical tones and floral notes…bright and refreshing….and some nice crisp, slate/mineral character on the finish. Really nice! Purchased on sale for $14.99 (originally $19.99)

Mark Labbett weight loss: The Beast's 'healthier' diet plan - 'likely to keep off weight'

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 03:01:00 +0000

MARK LABBETT is also known as The Beast, one of the most popular Chasers on the TV game show, The Chase. He has lost a phenomenal amount of weight in the past two years.

Dr Michael Mosley on diet to burn fat and 'not feel hungry' - but expert gives warning

Sun, 01 Aug 2021 23:01:00 +0000

DR MICHAEL MOSLEY is a doctor and television presenter. He opened up to Express.co.uk on the best diet plans to follow.

Zsirai Winery: a tale of two sisters

Sun, 01 Aug 2021 14:49:08 +0000

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Petra and Kata Zsirai epitomise this fresh approach. They are two sisters who own and manage Zsirai, a small family winery with just 19ha. Petra was only 23 years old when she took over the family company, at an age when most young people are still finding their feet in the world of work. Her younger sister Kata originally studied economics, graduating in 2012, though a side qualification as a sommelier suggested a fledgling interest in wine. She joined her sister as the family winemaker in 2013 and began to study winemaking more formally at university. She graduated in oenology in 2019, a journey clearly visible in the increasingly assured quality of Zsirai’s wines.

The heart of Zsirai lies in Tokaj, especially the village of Mád, where Kata is in love with the diversity of the region. Her hands are on every step of the journey of her wines and she explains, ‘Every vintage is different, every vineyard has special characteristics and this, along with our local grape varieties, allows us space to make wines with a hint of creativity.’

Zsirai also owns small plots in two other top regions: Somló and Villány, and in all three locations, local grapes are the focus. Kata has a particular passion for Hárslevelű which covers 30% of their vineyards, including the first-class cru (dűlő in Hungarian) sites of Szent Tamás and Betsek, where she firmly believes the terroir gives great depth and structure whatever the grape. Of her winemaking style she says, ‘We always use barrels, we ferment the wines spontaneously in oak and age for at least 6 months.’ Zsirai is moving towards more sustainable production and currently a quarter of their vineyards are cultivated organically, but the objective is to be 100% organic within the next three years.

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Both sisters want to communicate a more youthful message, while preserving the historic traditions and values of Tokaj. As Kata explains, ‘Being a young winemaker myself, I have always felt that it’s important to get my friends to discover the world of wines. My generation is looking for things with values, they are open to trying and learning. Hanging out with them and telling the story behind each wine is the best way to convert them to wine lovers.’ Kata pretty much lives, breathes and dreams Tokaj, and is a founding member of the Tokaj Generation Y group of young winemakers who share ideas and taste together.

From the fruity freshness of Zsirai estate wines to the elegant, layered complexity and vibrancy of the single vineyard selections, and gorgeous sweet wines, all Kata aims to do is, in her words, ‘Make wines that represent the wonder of Tokaj and our objective at Zsirai is to bring this miracle to more and more consumers.’

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Ricotta Cheesecake - Just 3 Ingredients

Sun, 01 Aug 2021 13:05:37 +0000

This magic Italian ricotta cheesecake is similar to the classic cheesecake, it's light and soft and calls for just 3 ingredients. This crustless Italian ricotta cheesecake is halfway between the classic New York cheesecake and the popular Burnt Basque cheesecake. The main difference is that this easy gluten-free cheesecake doesn't call for cream cheese. Ricotta...

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Nomadic Beers launches crowdfunder for replacement van

Sun, 01 Aug 2021 11:47:57 +0000

Leeds Brewery Nomadic Beers has chosen today — Yorkshire Day — to launch a crowdfunder for a new van.

The previous van, named GeeGee, broke down recently and became irreparable. This has left the brewery unable to trade properly at a time when rebuilding some stability is key for such a small business.

Owner Katie Marriott said: “GeeGee was an essential part of our brewery kit… We’re stuck without her. Over the last 15 months we’ve had no choice but to dip into the small reserves we had to try and keep the
business going and make sure our team’s jobs were safe.

“Now the brewery van has given up the ghost. It probably couldn’t be worse timing, but these things happen. We’ve got wonderful friends in the industry and loyal customers, and we’re just hoping that we can get enough ‘few quids’ here and there to help us fund a new one.”

Read more: Nomadic rebrands and goes into cans for the first time

Katie and the team have put together a range of exclusive rewards in return for donations to the fund, from a special crowdfunder t-shirt to a brewery tour, an opportunity to pre-pay for super-cheap pints, and a VIP brew day.

The initial target set is £12,000, and should this be reached a stretch target will help go towards Katie’s dream of a buying a canning machine for the business.

She added: “We love being part of the fabulous beer scene in Leeds, and honestly, after such an awful and challenging year, we’re ready to push on and spring back to life. Securing the money we need for a new van is just that start, and once our beer is back on the road we can really start to pick up where we left off before the pandemic hit.”

• See the full appeal at crowdfunder.co.uk/get-our-beer-back-on-the-road
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Asian Glazed Salmon

Sun, 01 Aug 2021 11:00:00 +0000

Blanketed with an insanely good soy garlic glaze, this juicy Asian glazed salmon is to die for! With how healthy and delicious it is, it will become your new lunch go-to!

Salmon tastes so amazing with a sweet and savory, Asian-inspired sauce on top. You will love my other Thai, honey sesame, and teriyaki salmon recipes!

Easy and Delicious Asian Glazed Salmon Recipe

Asian glazed salmon is the perfect recipe for when you’re wanting to make something delicious and healthy without spending the whole night doing so. Just a handful of simple ingredients come together to create the most tender and amazing meal! Combine the ease of cooking salmon, its health benefits, a perfect sauce, and you have a knockout dinner. You would never know that this perfectly glazed fish is diet-friendly when it tastes this good! Not only is this Asian glazed salmon low in carbs, but it’s packed with omega 3s, potassium, and vitamins- making it a dish you can feel great about eating!

To add, I love salmon because it is so easy and fast to cook. The best part about this Asian glazed salmon recipe is that you simply put it under the broiler for 5 minutes on each side, and it is cooked perfectly every time! You are going to love the sweet, tangy, garlicky flavor of this sauce. It tastes incredible and complements the tender, flaky texture of broiled salmon so well. Asparagus and brown rice were what I paired this Asian glazed salmon with and it turned out to be a nutritious but satisfying meal. Even if you aren’t a seafood lover, you need to give this recipe a try! It’s time to break out the soy and hoisin sauce sitting in your pantry and get to making this tasty dish!

Simple Asian Glazed Salmon Ingredients

Once you taste how amazing this Asian glazed salmon is, you won’t believe it is made with just a few easy ingredients! Recipes that taste amazing but don’t require me to buy all new ingredients get an A+ in my book. Measurements for each ingredient are listed in the recipe card below.

Brown Sugar: The sweetness of the glaze comes from brown sugar. Once dissolved, it helps to create the perfect texture as well.
Soy Sauce: Original Kikkoman soy sauce is typically what I have in my cupboard, but you opt for a low-sodium variety, too. This will help cut down on the salt content of the glaze.
Hoisin Sauce: Hoisin sauce is the secret ingredient to so many Asian-inspired dishes. If you haven’t tried it before, it is salty with a hint of sweetness, and has strong umami flavor. It comes in handy for other recipes of mine like general tsos and kung pao chicken, so pick some up next time you make a trip to your local Asian market! It will come in handy, I promise!
Ginger: Ginger is very aromatic and will enhance all of the flavors in the glaze so that they eminate perfectly in your mouth. In this recipe, the ginger I use is peeled and grated.
Dried Red Pepper Flakes: Add red pepper flakes to taste for slight heat and additional texture.
Garlic: Minced garlic is going to do a lot of the heavy lifting in the sauce to give you the perfect savory flavor. Don’t skip it!
Lime Juice: Adds the perfect hint of tart, tangy flavor.
Salmon: I like to use salmon fillets that are boneless, skinless, and roughly the same thickness. This way, they all cook at the same rate.

How to Make Asian Glazed Salmon

This is the ultimate dish for busy weeknights. You get a tasty, nutritious meal in less than 20 minutes, start to finish! I am sure it will become a regular in your weekly dinner lineup because of how incredibly easy it is to make!

Whisk Together Sauce Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, ginger, red pepper flakes, garlic and lime juice.
Boil: Bring to a boil over medium heat until sauce thickens. Set aside.
Preheat Broiler and Prep Baking Dish: Preheat the broiler to high. Line a baking dish with foil and place salmon on top.
Brush With Glaze: Baste with glaze and broil for 4 minutes. Remove salmon from the oven, turn over, baste with glaze and return to the oven to broil for 4 more minutes.
Repeat: Carefully remove salmon from the oven and baste one more time before serving.

Tips for Making the Best Asian Glazed Salmon

These quick tips can help you upgrade this easy dish! Cooked to perfection and smothered in a flavorful sauce, I know you will love this recipe just as much as my family has!

Salmon: I try to pick wild-caught salmon because it is less fatty and healthier than farmed salmon is. It is also more sustainable! Wild-caught salmon will be darker and more vibrant in color than its farmed counterparts. Try to pick salmon that looks moist and doesn’t have brown spots around the edges.
Fillet Sizes: The thicker a salmon fillet is, the longer it takes to cook. I recommend choosing fillets that are roughly the same size and thickness so that they all cook up quickly and thoroughly.
Why Broil: Broiling is one of my favorite ways to cook up salmon. Not only is it easy, it keeps your fish tender while creating the perfect, caramelized top.
Thickening Glaze: If you want to thicken your sauce, you can add a teaspoon of cornstarch at a time until you have reached your desired consistency.
Additional Flavors: You can customize your glaze with other ingredients like honey and hot sauce to adjust heat and sweetness to your liking.
When Salmon Is Done: You will know that your salmon is done cooking when it turns opaque and flaky. Keep in mind, if your fillets are thick it may need a few more minutes of cooking before you reach this point.

What to Serve Asian Glazed Salmon With
My personal favorite way to enjoy this salmon is with sides that can complement its health benefits. Because of this, grilled vegetables and brown rice are usually in the lineup alongside this tasty dish! You can also have an Asian-inspired night and pair your salmon with potstickers, wontons, and fried rice for an easy take-out style dinner at home!

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Amazing Chicken Potstickers
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Egg Rolls – Super crispy!
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Being able to reheat in both the oven and the microwave makes this salmon the perfect quick and delicious meal! Great for those of you on the go! Kids can even warm it up for a tasty afternoon snack.

In the Fridge: Once your salmon has cooled down completely, you can store it in an airtight container for 3 days.
In the Freezer: Asian glazed salmon will keep for up to 6 months in the freezer. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Reheating: You can microwave your salmon on 50% power for 30 second intervals or until heated through. You can also pop it in the oven, wrap it in tin foil, at 275 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-15 minutes.

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The Great Sussex Way Wine Route:

Tinwood to Ashling Park – 14km, relatively flat route

Ashling Park to Upperton, via the South Downs Way – 35km, more challenging with on and off-road cycling

Upperton to Tinwood – 23.6km, with some steep climbes

Escaping London

Summer is calling; a light-hearted bike tour in the picturesque South Downs visiting some of the best English vineyards and tasting sparkling wines sounds irresistible – especially after sheltering at home for nearly a year and a half.

It took less than two hours on the train from Central London to Chichester, a town in West Sussex and one of the sunniest spots in the UK.

We were greeted at the station by Gail Gardner, managing director of Ashling Park Estate. Gail drove us around the ancient but well-maintained Roman city walls guarding central Chichester, before heading northwest into the fields.

Just a 10 minutes drive from the station and we parked next to Ashling Park’s charming, modern-design tasting room. Despite the modern look, the estate itself dates back to 1822, said Gardner.

The 50-acre estate in the hamlet of West Ashling was the starting point of our bike expedition of West Sussex vineyards today.

Tasting room at Ashling Park Estate.

From the second-floor terrace, we enjoyed a stunning view of the estate’s vineyards, surrounded by 200-year-old oak trees.

The estate produces a range of sparkling wines and gin distilled from their own Pinot Noir grapes. Most recently, they’ve also started making still wines using the exceptionally ripe fruits from 2020, available only at the cellar door.

The family estate is open for tasting tours and with prior booking, lunch and early supper, we were told. The chic eco-lodges dotted in the vines that some of us would stay overnight are also available for booking.

Heading east on the bike

After a light lunch, we took a short stroll into the sun-bathed vineyards to pick up our very own E-bikes for a one-hour ride.

E-bikes in the vineyards of Ashling Park Estate.

These pedal-assisted electric bicycles provided by Southern eBike Rentals make exploring the vast landscape of the South Downs much easier, especially if you’re not a regular cyclist.

With helmet, water ready and my fitness wristband set to outdoor cycling, I wiggled my way off the gravel path, away from the wine estate onto the paved paths of the countryside.

Cycling in the woods.

As we started to gain some speed, the cooling breeze reminds me that we are just a short distance away from the Atlantic ocean. The moderating sea breeze is also key for the local fizzes to achieve ripeness while retaining a crisp zing of acidity.

Although back in London I have an old-fashioned ladies bike with a basket and I enjoy the occasional bike touring during the pandemic, I’m far from a well-trained cyclist.

So my aim was to complete the 14km route with minimum electric boosts for some moderate exercise. Thankfully, these e-bikes come with several assist levels, and I can decide on how much effort I’d like to put into the ride.

On our way to the east, we travelled through the old forests of Kingley Vale, admired the views of wildflowers and golden wheat fields of West Stoke, passed by the chapels and cute red-brick houses of Lavant. After stopping briefly to take a photo in front of the magnificent Goodwood House, we finally reached the destination of the tour; Tinwood Estate.

In the end, I managed most of the ride without pedal assistance following the peloton, only cheated a little bit with small boosts when I was struggling up two rather long slopes.

My fitness wristband says I managed to burn 300kcal of calories during the pleasant hour-long bike tour with half of the journey counted as ‘fat burning’ and a quarter as ‘anaerobic’ exercise*.

*Individual results may vary.

The food and wine experience

Upon arrival, we were invited for a short tour into the neatly planted rows of Chardonnay vines by Art Tukker, owner of Tinwood Estate, accompanied by the family dogs Bubbles and Fizz.

These lands were once an iceberg lettuce farm, said the owner, who inherited the estate from his father and converted it to a vineyard.

Thanks to the free-draining stone and chalk soils, the estate makes its own quality sparkling range and has been providing a considerable proportion of its fruits to Ridgeview Wine Estate since 2006.

We were truly grateful when the first glass of ice-cold sparkling wine of the day, the Tinwood Blanc de Blancs, was poured into our glasses.

Afternoon tea at Tinwood Estate.

Basking under the sun outside the estate’s stylish tasting room, we indulged ourselves with scones with butter and jam, fresh strawberries, and delicate desserts.

There was also a selection of cheeses produced by the Goodwood Home Farm around the corner for us to try if we could stay a bit longer, we were told. Visitors can even stay the night in the estate’s three quiet lodges facing the vineyard – including a sauna housed in a wine barrel, two-person jacuzzis, huge beds draped in crisp linen and fridges filled with wine.

Wish we could stay longer, but dinner and more sparkling wines were waiting back at Ashling Park – which concluded our day of wine tour on two wheels.

For the mountain bikers

The cycle route from Ashling Park Estate to Tinwood Estate which we took was the easiest one of the three vineyard visit routes designed by The Great Sussex Way (TGSW), according to the marketing organisation of the Chichester District.

The cycle trail from Tinwood Estate (A) to Ashling Park (B) shown on Komoot.

The short and flat ride ‘caters for cyclists of all abilities’, with country pubs, farm shops and B&Bs along the way for people to casually stop by. Both Ashling Park and Tinwood have accommodation, so wine lovers can enjoy their nights in the vineyards to the full.

For more experienced cyclists, there is also the 35km route from Ashling Park Estate to Upperton Estate of the northeast.

As TGSW puts it, this route is a ‘challenging classic combining road and off-road sections, staying almost completely away from busy roads and taking you deep into some of the most beautiful parts of West Sussex.’

For hard-core mountain bikers, the 23.6km route from Upperton Estate to Tinwood Estate poses serious challenges with steep climbs and 3 miles off-road sections, which could perhaps use a little help from the E-bikes.

You can now view and download GPS coordinates of all cycle routes and find out more about E-bike rentals, places to eat and stay on The Great Sussex Way website.

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THE GLENLIVET SERVES UP A TASTE OF ITS NEWLY RENOVATED VISITOR EXPERIENCE IN SPEYSIDE – Scotch Whisky News

Sun, 01 Aug 2021 07:03:48 +0000

THE GLENLIVET DISTILLERY IS SET TO OPEN THE DOORS TO AN ORIGINAL FULLY IMMERSIVE VISITOR EXPERIENCE AFTER 18 MONTHS OF EXTENSIVE RENOVATIONS.

After much anticipation, The Glenlivet, the original Speyside single malt, has released a first look into its newly refurbished home, as it continues to shape the future of single malt whisky. Located at The Glenlivet distillery in a remote glen in Speyside, the re-designed visitor experience will reopen to the public after 18 months of extensive renovations and is expected to entice whisky fans old and new to the area.

Set over 1000 square metres, the home of The Glenlivet will offer fully immersive experiences that celebrate the life and history of the Speyside area. The experience’s interiors boast the highest level of Scottish craftsmanship, having invested significantly in the local community through the redevelopment.

Breaking the mould of traditional whisky drinking, The Glenlivet is using a blend of innovative technologies, whisky tastings and exclusive bottlings to bring the distillery to life. Visitors will be educated on the brand’s rich and dramatic history, being the original mark of quality for Speyside single malt, as well as the art of perfecting the unique, smooth and balanced taste of The Glenlivet. They will also have the opportunity to discover aged, unique whiskies from the archives, including rare editions, such as the Atlantic Single Cask 40 year old and the newly released 38 year old Cellar Collection with only 30 bottles distilled, and available exclusively at the visitor experience. And if that isn’t enough to entice visitors, remember The Glenlivet Cocktail Collection that took the internet by storm? Well, they’re coming to Speyside and visitors can be among the first to trial a coveted Glenlivet Cocktail Capsule as part of the new experiences.

Continuing the legacy of visionary founder, George Smith, and his legendary hospitality since 1824, guests from around the world are invited and will receive the warmest welcome to the home of The Glenlivet to enjoy an experience like no other.

Linda Brown, Visitor Experience Manager, commented:

“At The Glenlivet we believe in pushing boundaries and breaking tradition, and this is certainly represented throughout this redesign. I worked at the visitor experience when it was last refurbished 23 years ago, but this is something else! To tell the brand’s story in a truly authentic way, we have reinvigorated the original experience, striving to give whisky lovers the best possible time whilst visiting the distillery. We look forward to welcoming back our loyal fans, as well as new faces.”

To this day, The Glenlivet continues to set the standard in quality and taste that defines Speyside single malt whisky, with the new visitor experience being another example of the Scotch brand bringing the category to life in innovative ways.

Stay tuned to uncover more details and the latest news surrounding this historic renovation by heading to www.theglenlivet.com and following @The Glenlivet