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PURE BEAUTY
Scientific research studies have identified a simple and effective way towards glowing, healthy skin, the essential beauty requirement.
Anti-ageing and antioxidant effects have been demonstrated scientifically in Deeside Mineral Water, which provides an easy, non-invasive beauty regime that – unlike other bottled waters – has research evidence to prove its effects.
Deeside Mineral Water is widely available from major supermarkets and independent outlets at 99p for 2 litres: visit www.deesidewater.co.uk for more information.
WINE TASTING
Oddbins at Mannofield, Aberdeen, is offering its customers the chance to try before they buy.
The wine and whisky specialist at 479 Great Western Road opens its doors to people every Friday and Saturday night to allow them to sample the wine of the month – this month, the selection includes Prima Gusto Pinot Grigo/Garganega 06.
Pop along to the shop from 4pm onwards to sample them for yourself.
Call 01224 311234 for more information.
COLOUR TIPS
M&S is launching the first home-grown variety of white asparagus.
Thanks to its popularity with celebrity chefs and health experts and its nutritional benefits, M&S can report that sales of asparagus are up 50% on last year.
M&S, which also sells a purple variety of the vegetable, has been instrumental in giving asparagus a boost by extending the British season which now lasts from April to July – almost double the length it was five years ago.
White asparagus tips go on sale this week priced £2.49 for 100g.
GET GRILLING
George Foreman has launched a new range perfect for the summer months.
Lean Mean Grillers are a new range of frozen meat, fish and chicken grills. Ready to cook straight from the freezer, the new range provides a quick and easy alternative to traditional BBQ food. With nine delicious variants, you are sure to find something for everyone.
George Foreman Lean Mean Grillers have no added colours, flavours or preservatives.
They are available to buy from all good supermarkets.
TOP AWARDS
Mey Selections, a brand originally formed by a group of farmers from the north Highlands, has four entries shortlisted in the prestigious Scotland Food and Drink Excellence Awards 2008, an annual competition open to all Scottish food and drink producers.
Within the Retail Product category, shortlisted entries include the Mey Selections range of chutneys and preserves and Mey Selections Barrogill Whisky – a distinctive blend of malt whiskies, all produced in north Highland distilleries. All Mey Selections products are made from key ingredients sourced from within 100 miles of the Castle of Mey.
In recognition of the relationship between the farmer, producer and consumer, the brand has also been shortlisted in the Supply Chain Award, which acknowledges the fully integrated sustainable approach taken by Mey Selections.
Mey Selections is also the first Scottish SME (Small Medium Enterprise) and one of the first food and drink companies to become involved with the Carbon Trust’s product carbon footprinting and labelling initiative. This, combined with the sustainable approach taken by Mey Selections’ farmers and producers, has led to the brand also being shortlisted for the Environmental Award.
The success story continues for Mey Selections, which is also shortlisted in a national competition, the Supermeat and Fish Awards 2008. The co-branded product Mey Selections and Sainsbury’s Inspired to Cook Beef Rump Steaks with Cheddar and Mustard has been nominated in the Beef category.
Winners of the Scotland Food and Drink Excellence Awards 2008 will be announced on May 8 at the Mansfield Traquir, Edinburgh, while the Supermeat and Fish Awards 2008 will be made at the Hilton Hotel, Park Lane, London, on July 3.
Please visit www.mey-selections.com for further information.
CHOCOLATE CAFE
This month, Hotel Chocolat is opening its Chocolate Oasis in London, a project it wants to roll out across its 27 UK stores.
The Oasis will be a luxury chocolate cafe, offering up special Liquid Chocolat, with less sugar than traditional hot chocolate and with six different flavours from Macho (made with pure 100% cocoa solids) to Kiss Mix (a caramel blend). Servings are priced at £3.
If you can’t wait for a nationwide roll out, Liquid Chocolat is available to buy at www.hotelchocolat.co.uk
