Author: Sam Allcock

Co-star Ryan Sampson immortalizes Danny Dyer in shagpile at favorite pub to celebrate the launch of their new Sky Original comedy, Mr Bigstuff A giant handmade rug featuring British icon, Danny Dyer, lounging in a women’s kimono, has become the latest attraction in Essex, appearing on the grounds of a local pub.  With its larger-than-life presence, the huge 3m x 6m rug is part of a prank orchestrated by Dyer’s Mr Bigstuff co-star Ryan Sampson, to mark the launch of their new comedy series which starts on Sky Max and streaming service NOW, Wednesday 17July.  The prank was captured and…

phs Greenleaf has launched its 2024 Christmas tree collection, featuring everything from sustainable moss trees to novelty Christmas jumper trees. phs Greenleaf has been providing Christmas trees and decorations to businesses for over 20 years, including pre-decorated artificial and real trees, bespoke displays and festive accessories for both inside and outside a premise. This year’s range, which has been designed in-house by the Greenleaf design team, includes a collection of traditional trees, luxury trees and trend trees and matching accessories, including wreaths, garlands, table top trees, desk florals and parcels. “Christmas is an opportunity to make a statement about your brand,” said…

The search for the UK’s best mixologist is back for 2024, with the UK winner set to represent the nation at the IBA world finals this October. THE UK’s largest bartenders organisation is hosting the search for the nation’s top cocktail maker in the return of the famed National Cocktail Competition, of which there have been more than 30 competitions since the Guild started 90 years ago. Bartenders and mixologists from venues across the UK will compete in a high-stakes competition that tests their skills and creativity, with the winner progressing to take on the world’s best at the IBA…

As the summer season begins, Knightsbridge stalwart, Sale e Pepe, has opened their summer terrace, with guests now able to indulge in Sale e Pepe’s authentic yet elevated Italian cuisine on their elegant terrace. Encapsulating a taste of ‘la dolce vita’, Sale e Pepe classics such as Vitello Milanese and Linguine all’Aragosta can be shared ‘famiglia’ style under the London sun. The menu also boasts a large selection of fresh crudo, antipasti and homemade pasta dishes – all perfect for a post-shopping bite. The terrace mimics the chic design of the restaurant, painted in the classic Sale e Pepe navy…

LATEST VENTURE FROM WEST COUNTRY FAVOURITES TOM NOEST AND PETER CREED “A country pub in the heart of town” A new pub from the West country’s most well-beloved pub landlord pair Tom Noest and Peter Creed, will open in Cheltenham on Friday 26th July. Bringing their portfolio up to five venues, The Tivoli marks the first foray into a slightly more urban domain, with the new venue opening in the heart of the regency Spa town on Andover Road, offering the locals a truly authentic country pub in town. The Tivoli has been restored and renovated with the rural feel and…

Fulham neighbourhood pub, Brown Cow will reopen this coming Sunday on the 16th June following a complete refurbishment. Part of The Liberation Group who operate over 130 pubs in South England, London and the Channel Islands, The Brown Cow sits within their eclectic Butcombe Pubs and Inns collection which pride themselves on their award winning food and drink offering. The reopening will usher in a new era for Brown Cow which will welcome a fresh look, and taste. The introduction of an all day offering means Brown Cow will now be able to welcome people from morning until night, with…

Creams Café, the nation’s largest & favourite dessert chain, is this month launching an innovative new line of products to its menu, featuring a first-to-market meringue based treat. The Pavlova Puffs, initially available in two flavours, are an indulgent masterpiece and design for diners to share. Each dessert has been crafted on top of a giant meringue with a crunchy exterior and chewy middle – something no other nationwide dessert parlour is currently doing. Renowned and award-winning for its unparalleled approach to product innovation, the NPD team at Creams Café always has the customer at the heart of their new…

Moor Hall Restaurant with Rooms is thrilled to reveal seven new Garden Rooms designed by Koto. Set in the picturesque grounds of Chef Mark Birchall’s two Michelin-starred epicurean destination in Aughton, Lancashire, the secluded architecturally crafted suites offer design finesse, unparalleled culinary expertise and a sustainable luxury travel experience.    Seven botanicals have provided the names and inspired Koto’s bespoke interiors for each of the new rooms, thereby promising guests a unique sensory journey that reflects the essence of Moor Hall, from garden to plate to room.     Named Melilot, Sea Buckthorn, Woodruff, Sweet Cicely, Oxalis, Borage and Anise Hyssop,…

Renowned Italian restaurant Sale e Pepe, located in Knightsbridge, is pleased to introduce Luca Visconti as its Head Sommelier. With a distinguished career in the hospitality industry, Luca brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the wine list at Sale e Pepe, having worked as a sommelier for over a decade. A Napoli native, Luca began his career in Florence in 2012 when he worked at Rosewood Hotel where he gained first-hand experience creating a wine pairing menu. In 2014, Luca moved to London and worked as a Sommelier in the Marriott Hotel, Park Lane, to hone his craft…

Moments in the cultural calendar prove key to building office culture, according to Just Eat for Business, the UK’s leading office food delivery marketplace Workers ordered enough pizzas to cover the length of 3.7 football pitches during the England x Denmark game The game alone sparked a 71% growth in new customers on the platform The England vs Denmark Euros match, which took place last Thursday, saw Just Eat for Business’ lunch time orders skyrocket. Just Eat for Business, the UK’s leading office food delivery marketplace which provides office workers quality workplace food, saw its orders grow 23% on the match day…