This is the moment Tom Grennan surprised fans at a blind taste test at a local Tesco in his hometown. Customers at the store in Bedford were invited to sample different flavours of popchips [COR] while blindfolded. Upon removing their eye coverings, they were shocked to find themselves face-to-face with their favourite pop star and locally-born celeb, 29-year-old Tom. Unbeknown to them, the Brit Awards nominated star had swapped places with a member of staff while the shoppers tried out the “better-for-you” snack. Liz Sullivan, 46, from Bedford, was overjoyed to recognise the voice of her hero – she said:…
Author: Lucy Contrino
A new year has arrived, and with it a new chance to get your home in the best shape possible. While this can feel overwhelming, property experts advise picking a job per month to keep the maintenance manageable. To help you out, the experts from MyBuilder.com have put together a handy checklist to keep you on track in 2025. Carefully selecting the most appropriate task each month, the calendar is designed to guide you to achieving all the tasks you need to complete in your home and garden. From the best time of year to get your boiler serviced, to the optimum…
June 2025: With peak wedding season in full swing, exclusive data from Add to Event, one of the UK’s leading event marketplaces, reveals how wedding menus have evolved over the past five years. The analysis of more than 20,000 wedding catering enquiries between 2019 and 2024 reveals how couples are favouring more casual, global, and creative food menus. K-Wave meets the wedding wave For the first time since 2019, Asian cuisine has soared into the top five most popular wedding cuisines, reflecting a wider national appetite wherein almost half (47%) of Brits now buy Korean-inspired food, products, and services – according to Just Eat. …
Three major retailers in the UK have been victims to cyber attacks in the past couple of weeks, with Harrods, the Co-op and M&S have been forced to restrict or partially shut down business operations as a result. A cyber attack can cause significant issues for businesses, with M&S already experiencing a lower share price and the loss of millions as a result of the disruption. Consequently, many business owners will be wondering how to identify the potential signs of hackers and avoid being severely impacted. Business and tech experts QR Code Generator PRO S.L have compiled four major signs…
However, new data shows that remote workers are 11% less likely to get a promotion and 9% less likely to get a pay rise than their in-office counterparts. Despite this, employability experts say there are practical ways to stand out and progress your career, even from the comfort of your kitchen table. Guy Thornton, founder of PracticeAptitudeTests.com, delved deeper into this trend and revealed the key ways remote workers can prove their value and climb the ladder. Why are remote workers less likely to get pay rises or promotions? “Unfortunately, remote workers are often overlooked when it comes to pay rises or promotions.…
Discover the delight of perfect pairings with Saicho Sparkling Tea, an award-winning brand that uses the finest single-origin teas to create luxurious, non-alcoholic beverages designed for refined palates. From India’s crisp and complex Darjeeling to the smoky depth of Japanese Hojicha and the floral elegance of Chinese Jasmine, each tea is cold-brewed to preserve its unique character, bringing fine bubbles and refreshing depth to your table. Enjoy a sip of sophistication – no alcohol required.Darjeeling sparkling tea, SaichoHojicha sparkling tea, SaichoJasmine sparkling tea, Saicho£17.99 at Saicho£17.99 at Saicho£17.99 at SaichoPairs well with grilled portobello mushrooms with wild garlic butter.Pairs well with asparagus risotto.Pairs well with jersey Royals…
ABERFELDY® Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky reveals the latest addition to its Wine Cask Collection, an 18-year-old finished in Tuscan wine casks. The limited-edition series, curated by Malt Master Stephanie Macleod, explores how finishing in fine wine casks, interacts with, and elevates the character of ABERFELDY Single Malt. ABERFELDY 18-Year-Old is finished in 2016 vintage Sangiovese wine casks, sourced from the Valdarno di Sopra region in Italy. The appellation, one of Italy’s newer DOCS titles, covers a small area of eastern Tuscany. It is home to the native Sangiovese dark grape varietal which produces lightly oaked, savoury, and earthy wines. …
WITH 10,000 FREE COCKTAILS UP FOR GRABS To celebrate the launch of this exciting collaboration and new summer spritz menu, Young’s Pubs are giving away a free Lillet Rhubarb Rosé Spritz to anyone who downloads the Young’s Pubs app. Made with Lillet Rosé and Fever Tree Rhubarb & Raspberry tonic water, Rhubarb Rosé spritz is the perfect companion for sunny afternoons. As seen in Netflix hit Emily in Paris, Lillet is a fabulous apéritif and a toast to French style. Fresh and fruity, this iconic pink spritz is best served with ice and a grapefruit slice. After all, summer equals…
When we think of the term ‘minimalist packaging’, we’re often thinking in visual terms – clean lines, muted colour palettes, pared-back layouts. But for brands and packaging converters alike, the real shift goes much deeper. Minimalism isn’t a design trend; it’s a design principle. And at its core is a question every business must answer: how can we do more with less? At Parkside, we believe this mindset aligns perfectly with what flexible packaging has always set out to do; use less material to achieve more functionality. But to meet the expectations of today’s minimalist movement, packaging must go further still:…
This summer, tourists looking for an active mountain escape should look to Vialattea, where three of the region’s lifts will open to visitors on select dates between 12 July to 24 August 2025. Whether trekking, cycling high-altitude trails, perfecting golf swings, or simply relaxing amid breathtaking Alpine scenery, Vialattea offers something for everyone this summer. Pedal through stunning Alpine landscapes Cyclists can enjoy seamless access to the Alps’ most scenic trails this summer, with lift-accessible routes, extension kits, and dedicated bike corners making mountain exploration effortless. Following the Giro d’Italia’s spectacular stage through Sestriere on 31 May, cycling fanatics…