Author: Lucy Contrino

TraceGains, the leading provider of compliance, quality, and innovation solutions for the food and beverage (F&B) industry, is undertaking a European road trip this month to showcase how its networked ecosystem is transforming the way brands tackle the biggest challenges they face today. “We have an incredibly exciting few weeks ahead,” explained Michelle Henry, Director of Sales for Europe at TraceGains. “In the face of ever-tightening regulations and rising consumer expectations, the demand for supply chain visibility and digital transformation across Europe continues to grow. As legacy systems are simply unable to keep up with the pace of change, the…

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Inert Gas specialists Maritime Protection, a brand of global Survival Technology solutions provider Survitec, has been awarded a contract valued at €22.7 million to supply dry inert gas systems for 24 LNG carriers being constructed at a major shipyard in China as part of Qatar’s second LNG fleet expansion program. The contract represents the most significant single order in Maritime Protection’s history and includes the delivery of high-capacity dry inert gas generators, each rated at 21,000 Nm³/h. The systems will be delivered in phases from 2026 through to 2030, aligning with vessel completion schedules. The 24 vessels form part of…

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With the weather forecast set to remain sunny, rejoice in summer this National BBQ Week, starting on the 26th of May. Enjoy al fresco drinks with family and friends. Cotswolds Distillery offer a range of pre-mixed cocktails ready to enjoy, and the handy cans from Sierra Tequila are perfect to add to your basket.  Renais Gin offers a delicious gin for those wanting a G&T and if you are celebrating and looking for a non-alcoholic option why not pop open a light South African Non-Alcoholic Sparkling Wine from Van Hunks. For those looking to bring a touch of Mediterranean  warmth to their home why not make a Limoncello Spritz with LImoncè Limoncello from Sicily. …

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Top pizza ‘icks’ include fish, burnt crusts and raw veg – and pineapple is a definite red flag. A study of 2,000 adults found 32 per cent think you should never serve up a slice with ketchup, while 41 per cent say sweet toppings such as chocolate are a big no no. More than a fifth (23 per cent) can’t imagine anything worse than cutting slices with scissors, and 32 per cent find it off-putting seeing egg as a topping. While 18 per cent are dead set against eating pizza cold. Specialist Italian pizza makers, Crosta Mollica [https://www.crostamollica.com/il-leopardo-pizzeria], commissioned the…

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Paris is the perfect destination for a winter getaway, where streets still sparkle with festive lights, cosy cafes offer a retreat from the cold with a warm coffee, and iconic landmarks are around every corner. However, this season attracts large crowds, which can add some stress to your trip. Travel experts at Paris Tours & Tickets have shared their best tips for making the most out of your winter getaway. Airport transfers Pre-book your airport transfers to avoid delays upon arrival in Paris. Relying on purchasing tickets or booking an Uber upon arrival may lead to unnecessary delays, potentially causing you to miss connecting trains. Know your…

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Celebrate the father figure in your life with Nyetimber English sparkling wines and The Lakes Distillery Signature single malt whisky on Father’s Day, 15th June. For the wine lover, the Nyetimber book and sparkling wine duo offers an insight into ‘A year in the life of England’s finest sparkling wine’, which can be enjoyed with a bottle of Nyetimber Classic Cuvee Multi-Vintage. For the whisky lover, The Lakes Distillery are offering a complimentary rocking glass with every purchase of The Lakes Signature until midnight on Thursday 12th June. Nyetimber Book and Sparkling Wine Duo Immerse in the story of Nyetimber while savouring Nyetimber Classic Cuvee Multi-Vintage…

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Covent Garden’s Beloved Italian Bakery Welcomes Acclaimed Chef Claudio Tripodi for a Decadent Italian Residency, starting 8th May 2025  Capilungo – a one-of-a-kind Pugliano café and bakery in the heart of Covent Garden – is partnering with acclaimed Italian chef, Claudio Tripodi, to transform Capilungo’s downstairs restaurant and transport diners into the heart of Southern Italy. Opening from 8th May 2025 every Thursday, Friday and Saturday, the residency will run throughout summer, bringing dishes which emulate and celebrate the rich culinary heritage of Italy to the table. Claudio Tripodi hails from Novara, Italy. Starting his culinary journey at the prestigious VCO Formazione, he arrived in…

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A new study has revealed Instagram’s most influential tennis players, with Novak Djokovic taking the top spot. Tennis statistics website Tennis Stats analyzed internal data to find the 50 highest ranking male and female tennis players. Each player’s Instagram handle was obtained and run through Inzpire’s Instagram pricing calculator to determine how much players would be paid for a single sponsored post. The players with the highest earning potential per post determined the final ranking. Novak Djokovic ranks top, with a potential earning of $71,800 per sponsored Instagram post. The Serbian tennis star boasts an impressive 15.6 million followers on…

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Intense rays of light Alta Badia (South Tyrolean Dolomites-Italy) – As you can see in this year’s logo, crossed by intense rays of sunlight, it evokes the wish for light to symbolically guide the 38th Maratona dles Dolomites – Enel. Lüm – Light: a simple word, yet rich with meaning. It’s an invitation to find inner illumination, to seek one’s path, to discover clarity and hope even after darkness. The logo, solid yet carved by light, expresses exactly that: transformation, change, the power of renewal. The final “M” refers not only to the Maratona, but also to the silhouette of the Sassongher…

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On Thursday 12th June, Isle of Harris Distillery and Hinba Coffee are joining forces for a one-night-only Hebridean Tasting Evening in Glasgow, celebrating the exceptional flavours of the Outer Hebrides. This special event champions the unique tastes of Scotland’s islands with a thoughtfully crafted four-course tasting menu, featuring dishes such as kelp-cured salmon and wild garlic lamb with whisky jus. Each course is paired with Isle of Harris Gin, The Hearach single malt whisky, and a specially created Hebridean Espresso Martini made with Hinba’s small-batch coffee and The Hearach. The evening will be hosted by Megan Geddes from the distillery and Hinba founder Fergus…

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