CIRIO, Italy’s leading tomato producer, has just launched three new products to retail- the first two products in a range of chopped tomatoes, in 390g tetrapaks, to include regular chopped tomatoes, and chopped tomatoes with basil; as well as an innovative, single-serve aluminium pot of double concentrate tomato purée. These products are now on sale from Sainsbury’s nationwide, as well as leading independent grocers and delicatessens.
The Spaghetti Tree unravelled at Carluccio’s
The story behind the popularity of Italian food in Britain will be revealed at a series of special events at Carluccio’s in April and May.Between 6.30pm and 8.30pm on selected dates. Author Alasdair Scott Sutherland will host an evening of fine Italian food, wine and literature as he tells the story behind his brand new book ‘The Spaghetti Tree: Mario and Franco and the Trattoria Revolution. A book signing and live Q&A session will follow before all attendees enjoy an authentic, two-course Italian dinner for just £8.50.
Tate offers crunch-friendly children’s activities for the holiday period
During the Easter holidays and May half-term Tate Modern and Tate Britain will present a range of fun, free activities for kids including workshops, interactive games and multi-media guides. To complete the family day out, the two London sites will also be running an offer for children to eat for free in Tate Britain’s Rex Whistler Restaurant and Tate Modern’s Café 2 and Level 7 restaurant.
Appetite for Ayrshire – Great deals in April
It’s not difficult to get an ‘Appetite for Ayrshire’, whether you seek fine dining or simple Scottish traditional fayre. The restaurants included in this leaflet should get you started – with some great value dining offers for only £15 per person as well as some key showcase events, plus new for this year we have Dine & Duvet offers for you to enjoy.
LInda McCartney Foods refreshed
Continuing the success in 2008 with Linda McCartney Foods claiming the status of the fastest growing brand in the meat free market, the pioneering brand this year sets to launch a new range of contemporary dishes, a refreshed image and a renewed promise to deliver wholesome, tasty meat free food.
Easter at’Paradise by way of Kensal Green’
The acclaimed West London gastropub and music venue ‘Paradise by way of Kensal Green’ will be celebrating Easter (Thursday 9 – Monday 13 April 2009) with a series of special seasonal menus, parties and events.
Toast the sunshine with Cockburn’s® port
Entertaining friends outdoors is one of the joys of the Great British summer, so whatever the occasion make the most of it by serving a quintessentially English glass of Cockburn’s port. With a style to complement every form of get-together, Cockburn’s is sure to get your summer off to the perfect start.
The LIving Room Restaurant
Situated in Essex Road, just a minute’s walk from Upper Street, Islington’s main drag, The Living Room boasts a huge uncluttered space, which belies its double fronted exterior. The large U shaped bar is its central feature with comfortable seating to two sides and the restaurant seating area to its remaining aspect. We went there to sample the new spring menu,that we understand has been rolled out across The Living Room chain.
Be a judge at the Great Taste Awards 2009
The search is on for one lucky winner to join the ranks of industry legends such as Mark Hix and Alex James by becoming a judge at the Great Taste Awards 2009.