Food

As the train pulled into Peradeniya Junction station in central Sri Lanka, the man sitting opposite me leapt out of his seat and leaned out of the window, placing his thumb and forefinger in his mouth and whistling loudly. A vade seller soon appeared outside, removed a basket from the top of his head and handed it to the passenger.

Grace Foods UK, the UK's no 1 supplier of Caribbean food and drink, is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year by delivering a box of its legendary Jamaican-style Jerk BBQ Sauce and its Dunn's River Jamaican Jerk Seasoning, which have been given a special-edition gold makeover, to the Queen to help her add some Caribbean island ‘flava' to her Platinum Jubilee celebrations.

Independent family brewers Batemans Brewery has produced top award-winning beer in Lincolnshire since 1874. Drawing on almost 150 years' brewing experience to commemorate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee with a unique, limited-edition beer is a fitting tribute to Her Majesty.

On the occasion of 20 May, World Bee Day, the Bottega winery has decided to release 300,000 of these precious insects into the unspoilt nature of the Prosecco hills. It is a choice in the name of sustainability, which the Treviso-based company has always pursued at 360° in its business activities.

Birmingham 2022 is encouraging local food traders to apply to provide catering at the seven neighbourhood festival sites which will be held during the Commonwealth Games.

The sites which are located across the city provide an opportunity for local people to engage with the Games.

For decades, global fast food giants have been catering to Indians used to eating from local eateries. In recent years, they have moved towards fusion of regional flavours.

Western fast-food was a novelty when McDonald's opened its first outlet in an upscale Delhi neighbourhood in 1996. But the chain persisted, reinventing itself by tailoring its menu to local tastes.

Multi-award-winning KIBOU Japanese Kitchen & Bar has opened its fourth restaurant located High Street, in Solihull.

Taking guests on a culinary and sensory journey to Japan, new KIBOU Solihull is a feast for all the senses. Exuding glamour, the design mixes opulent, lush fabrics and traditional Japanese block prints with exotic geisha murals and uber modern projector animations, all created by talented Gloucestershire illustrator, Martyna Sabadasz.

Around one third of the food produced globally goes to waste - 'Stop Food Waste Day' on April 27th is an international day of action designed to educate and instigate change in the fight against wasted food.  One way to reduce this wastage is to educate consumers to understand how to effectively extend the shelf life of their food and of course, how to safely preserve their leftovers!

A Bristol-based burger business has stormed the National Burger Awards 2022 with its winning signature creation. Danny’s Burgers in Brislington, an area in south east Bristol, won over an esteemed panel of industry judges at the UK-wide event with The Beef Chucky 2.0.

The burger features a 50-day dry aged beef blend, dry aged ex-dairy chuck roll, Kerrymaid American cheese, a beer cheese sauce, Kühne sliced dill pickles, mustard, candied jalapeños and fresh white onions, encased in a seeded brioche bun.

Those visiting the Welsh coast from the Midlands this sunny Easter weekend will be able to enjoy a taste of home with pies made in the heart of the Black Country, thanks to a venture by Mad O’Rourkes Pie Factory. Iconic dishes such as the Posh ‘n’ Becks (steak and stilton); Wham Bam, Thank You Lamb (minted lamb), and the Andy Murray (curry pie) are being sold at a pub on the seafront at Aberdovey - a popular destination for holidaymakers from the Midlands, given it is one of their nearest coastal getaways.

Edwards 1902, a multi award-winning premium English potato vodka – named after the renowned King Edward potato – is royal by nature and regal in taste. The ultra-pure vodka is English through and through, born from the grounds of Lincolnshire and made from the finest King Edward potatoes. 

The founders began their journey eight years ago with a vision to embody a message of Soil to Spirit. 

The Ivy Spinningfields in Manchester is celebrating the Easter season with a series of delicious specials incorporating limited edition cocktails, a spring lamb dish and showstopping Easter Nest dessert. The enticing offering will be available to guests for Easter weekend only (Friday, 15 until Monday, 18 April) alongside the brasserie's inimitable classics, fusing fresh seasonal ingredients and delectable culinary twists.

McDonald’s is bringing together an all-star line-up of ogres, trolls, dragons and talking donkeys for the limited-edition DreamWorks Happy Meal. Whether it brings a burst of nostalgia for parents/guardians and grandparents, or a fresh wave of excitement for their little ones, this action-packed Happy Meal is full of activities for the whole family to enjoy.

April 21st is a day dedicated to honouring Britain's favourite warm beverage… tea! Join in the National Tea Day celebrations with your favourite cup of tea accompanied by some delicious teatime treats from Bonne Maman.

Whether you are hosting a tea party or snuggled down on the sofa, these recipes are a perfect way to celebrate. These Chocolate Hazelnut Crumblies are a delicious treat to indulge in on National Tea Day.

One of India's most popular chefs has started a petition to get the humble leaves designated "India's national herb".

Chef Ranveer Brar has described coriander - called dhaniya or kothmir in India, and cilantro in the US - is the superstar of our kitchen. "No Indian dish is complete without coriander,” he says.

Moore House Cocktails makers of luxurious handcrafted small-batch cocktails, has partnered with Rick Stein to create a range of ready-to-drink (RTD) bottled serves.

The three Moore House cocktails – Old Fashioned, Margarita and Espresso Martini – have been chosen specifically by Charlie Stein, Director of the Rick Stein Group, to be served across Rick Stein restaurants and hotels and for purchase via Stein's at Home online shop which offers nationwide delivery.