Following on from our previous blog post, we continue with our search for alternative and unusual gift ideas - and the Country Living Magazine Christmas Fairs have certainly produced a plethora of products that would be perfect for presents. With two more fairs planned for the end of November, book your tickets now to guarantee your place.
Rum Chamarel comes from Mauritius, from a boutique distillery situated 300 metres above sea level at the foothills of the highest mountain on the Island. The distillery has an annual production of 300,000 litres producing all single estate agricole rum from three varieties of sugar cane, Blue, Yellow and Red - and this selection ensures only the finest rum agricole is produced, with the distillery having trialled and tested which sugar cane (out of the twelve varieties used to make rum agricole) makes good agricultural rum.
Every once in a while we discover a smaller producer that catches our eye. Not because they have a huge marketing campaign, nor an elaborate stall at a grand event but because of the simplicity of their product and the honest way in which it is presented and displayed. Last month (October 2013) we were presented with a jar of pineapple jam and a caramel chocolate spread from EDM - fine groceries online.
The Country Living Magazine Christmas Fair London gave visitors the chance to soak up the magic of the festive season, enjoy a great day's shopping and leave with a hoard of heavenly gifts. The Fair brought together hundreds of exhibitors from all over the UK in a festive extravaganza of quality and craftsmanship, giving visitors a chance to get inspiration for the festive season ahead. And if you missed it - the next stop is Glasgow, before Harrogate sees in the start of Advent.
Trends recently saw a rise in the popularity and marketing of Coconut Water as the 'new kid on the block' in terms of health drinks. A quick search of the internet will reveal unlimited claims that the humble coconut contains the cure for a hangover, dehydration, aids weight-loss and even helps to boost immunity. But what does it taste like and will it really cure all?
After the success of the 1940's Festival in June, which saw tens of thousands of visitors come to Brighouse, the town will be turning back the clock even further this month with a Victorian Christmas Festival. Starting on Saturday 30th November 2013 with the switch-on of the town's Christmas lights and one of Brighouse's famous food and craft markets, this time stretching over two days with more stalls than even before, the Festival will continue throughout December.
