The days of mixing an overly sweet, processed hot chocolate powder into boiling milk are long gone when it comes to wanting a cup of hot chocolate. And now there is a strong uprising in the number of companies making real chocolate available for us all to make at home. This week we taste tested the Hans Sloane range of luxury hot chocolate.
We have probably all seen the adverts - or had a 'Philadelphia' moment at some point during conversation - but now, to turn the heat up a little on their cheesy creations, Philadelphia is bringing something new to the table this autumn with the launch of Duo Cremoso; a truly delicious cheese experience.
Anno Distillers is an artisan spirits producer located in Kent, which first hit the stores in October last year. We originally met the company at the Spirit of Christmas Fair 2013, where they were making an impression with their flagship multi-award winning gin. So it was a pleasure to see this young company evolving further and still producing at this year's event, with three other bottle variations on offer.
Last week, the International Chocolate Awards presented paul.a. young fine chocolates with the prestigious award for 'Outstanding British Chocolatier 2015' at an exclusive awards ceremony held at the Salon du Chocolat exhibition in Paris.
If you have a party planned or people coming over, especially teenagers (who will love this for making mocktails and cocktails) then stock up on some fresh and frozen fruits, juices and (for those over 18) spirits and wine and you can make a great selection of party drinks in quick succession with the Magic Bullet.
English Micro-Distillery, Spirit Masters, launched Glorious Revolution English white rum at RUMFEST UK, London October 2014. It is believed to be the first English produced white rum. Glorious Revolution English White Rum - because Spirit Masters aim to start a Glorious Revolution of new drinks, with a difference that cannot be found elsewhere.
