I once got searched at Madrid airport for guns, drugs, bombs, and knives etc, all the normal things that a middle-aged, clean shaven respectably dressed, Western European man is suspected of carrying, and the coppers lifted out of my onboard bag a 2kg bowling ball of cheese. ‘Oh dear, I’m in trouble now,’ I thought, but they simply put it to one side while they cheerfully stuck needles through my toothpaste tube. I felt like pointing out that a 2kg cheese would be a far better hiding place for a bomb or gun, but thought better of it.

Canned tuna is a UK food cupboard staple, bought by nearly 90% of households. As the second biggest consumer in the world, we can have a massive impact on improving the sustainability of the fishing that fills the cans. So, if you are conscious about the ecological issues surrounding the tuna industry, why not get along and try some of the AAFA product and support their efforts to ensure sustainability of tuna stocks for future generations.

Looking for something a bit more exciting than your daily cuppa? Those clever folks at Lipton have come up with a special new range of infusions that are ‘Destination’ inspired, available in three globe-trotting flavours.

Think you can make a TV commercial? Now’s your chance with the OXO factor. Entry to The OXO Factor closes on 14^th September when the OXO judging panel will select five finalists to have their adverts shown during prime time TV slots including The X Factor during October and November 2009.

Foodepedia runs on caffeine and discreet intravenous feeds of foie gras, but a hot coffee is no fun when the sun’s out. So a delivery of Emmi’s Caffe Latte Light Iced Coffee was just what the journos ordered.

Whether you’re baking a mouth-watering sponge cake for a special occasion or creating a selection of delicious biscuits and cookies for the little ones, a great ingredient for all baked dishes is Filippo Berio Mild & Light Olive Oil. Enjoyed by food lovers around the world, Filippo Berio is the ideal companion for the baking fanatic

With some crazy optimists still swearing the sun is going to come out. why not consider investing over £2000 on a BBQ from Kitchen Aid? Yes thats £2000 folks.

Damian Allsop Chocolates, known for the avant-garde chocolate collections made using a unique water-based (rather than cream-base) recipe, launched their latest creation, ‘CLOUDS’ at the end of June. Do try them

If you want to enjoy a spot of al fresco dining this year, bring something a little bit different to the blanket with Galler’s mouth-watering Dark Chocolate Noir 85 Spread. The perfect accompaniment to summer fruits
such as strawberries or raspberries and delicious on crusty white bread, this little jar of heaven looks set to be a picnic staple

Between 16 and 18 July there will be three cherry filled days at Borough Market, the big day falling on the 18th. There will be tastings of British cherries and cherry based products. At the same time many restaurants will be celebrating the cherry with special dishes on their menus