Still in lockdown due to Covid-19 many community events have not been able to take place apart from a few online so I have mainly still focused this month on promoting about products, restaurants who are offering takeaways / home deliveries and companies who are providing online LIVE events all of which were gifted to Love Pop Ups London on a complimentary basis.
Sweet Nothing Bakehouse
If you love brownies then you will love Beth Cardy brownies. Usually can be purchased via her cute pink trailer in London but at present due to Covid-19 she is selling her gooey brownies online for home delivery.
“They were all so delicious fudgey, chocolatey and moist. I highly recommend ordering these if you love brownies.”
May 2020
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I was gifted some gooey heavenly homemade brownies courtesy of Sweet Nothing Bakehouse all which were so yummy. Click here to read my full write up.
TAILS Cocktails
Looking for high-quality cocktails then TAILS does just that. For many years of experimenting, innovating and refining recipes, TAILS Cocktails are today Pioneers of Batchology, with the art of preparing skilfully serving batched cocktails.
You can purchase all their cocktails for home delivery which each come within 1L bottles (gives approx. 8 servings) and are all made using premium spirits and liqueurs, which are all blended with natural flavours, juices and infusions.
“Both cocktails looked and tasted amazing and with each coming in 1L bottles you can enjoy approx. 8 glasses from each.”
May 2020
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I was gifted two cocktails in a bottle on a complimentary basis and each were so delicious so no need to miss the bar. Click here to read my full write up.
Old Chang Kee
If you love Cornish Pasties and curries then you’ll love Old Chang Kee curry puffs. They are flaky, buttery and filled with various fillings which all have that added curry spice. Plus they sell curries which are all Singaporean / Malaysian influenced.
“Cutting into shortcrust Curry Potato Puff I loved how it held it’s shape and how beautifully packed it was with potato. The spices within this vegetarian puff was a sheer delight from the soft potato chunks from the hits of ginger, curry, chilli and others spices. Plus the pastry was a sheer buttery delight not greasy at all and had a lovely crunch but also a lovely buttery softness.”
May 2020
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I was gifted a variety of their curry puffs and curries on a gifted basis all of which were so mouth watering good. Click here to read my full write up.
Sorsa Kombucha
Sorsa Kombucha are sellers of home Kombucha brewing kits. Kombucha provides natural health benefits and making it yourself will give you an empowering experience that you can’t get from any commercially bought bottled Kombucha.
“This was a fun way to taste my first Kombucha as I learned the health benefits to Kombucha and how it is made. The starter kit was great and with the easy instructions provided it made it fun and I felt so happy with my achievement at the end of it.”
May 2020
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I was gifted a starter kit and made my own kombucha at home. Click here to read my full write up.
Loxwood Meadworks
Founder Danny of Loxwood Meadworks sells bottles of Pure Mead which is fermented dry, and then back-sweetened with honey, to give the most natural flavour and a delicate sweetness.
“If you love love honey, love sweet drinks and are looking for a drink with a difference then I highly recommend Loxwood Meadworks Pure Mead.”
May 2020
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I was gifted a bottle of Loxwood Mead on a gifted basis which provided a sweet taste of honey perfect for the summer months. Click here to read my full write up.
Bellissima Pizza
Love pizza but love the idea of making your own with ease then you will love Bellissima Pizza kits which are authenticate Italian providing pizza bases, basic pizza ingredients to make a margherita, easy instructions to make your own delicious pizza at home. Just sprinkle and place in the oven and add additional ingredients as desired.
“Spreading my pizza base with 85g tomato sauce I was overwhelmed by the freshness and sweet smell. I then scattered over 85g of the cutest mozzarella cubes I have ever seen.”
May 2020
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Gifted the most freshest Italian pizza kit ever you will feel like you have gone to Italy with your first bite. Click here to read my full write up.
Makan Malaysian
Run by Kat and Sue, who are childhood friends and share a shared passion for food and cooking they bring the taste of Malaysia to their hungry diners at their supperclubs and hosted events.
You can also order a taste of Malaysia to be delivered to your own home where you can buy a selection of Malaysian food bundles or individual dishes to reheat at home and enjoy.
“My favourite though out of the whole bundle was the prawn and vegetable fritters as they was packed full of flavour and are great even for a snack or lunch treat.”
May 2020
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On a complimentary basis I enjoyed a taste of Malaysia courtesy of Kat and Sue at home which I sat in my garden and pretended I was in Malaysia. Click here to read my full write up.
Carns Kulfi
Enjoy the most tastiest creaminess Kulfis at home by Nasser Khan who sell handmade Kulfi’s which are all made from using an old closely guarded family recipe which has been passed down from generation to generation.
“The Carn’s Honey Rose is known as the Rolls-Royce of Kulfi with a totally unique flavour. The fermented roses with the honey make this Kulfi a scent infused wonder, as the flavours are powerful and invigorating and makes your palate dance literally.”
May 2020
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I was gifted the most creamiest Kulfis ever to enjoy at home and trust me they are all so creamy you will be yearning for more. Click here to read my full write up.
MARLENKA
If you love cake and honey then you will love these cakes which have been made since 1704 which originates from Czech Republic. This old family recipe is a traditional Armenian family recipe which consists of layered honey cake. They are fragrant, sweet and soft. No wonder they have won several Great Taste Awards over the years.
“Even though is a pre-made cake that can be bought online or in store I was very surprised in how fresh it tasted if someone served me this up and I truly would think it was homemade that day as so fresh.”
May 2020
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Courtesy of MARLENKA I enjoyed this deluxe taste in the safe comfort of my own home perfect for a party or celebration. Click here to read my full write up.
D&D Drinks
Enjoy specialist cocktails by D&D at home. They love to create masterpieces that stand out as these mixologists are purveyors of the finest drinks around as they understand what it takes to create cocktails that hit the right note.
“All in all these drinks made my taste buds dance with their incredible flavours.”
May 2020
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Gifted their batch of Unspoken cocktails I felt like I was sipping on professional cocktails within a bar but instead I was sipping on classy cocktail at home. Click here to read my full write up.
Little Rick
Little Rick sell CBD drinks which are unique relaxing & uplifting sparkling beverages which are plant based, use real fruit juice, rich in CBD, vegan friendly, gluten free, have low calories and are eco-conscious! Plus did you know that CBD has great health benefits as they are designed to relax you and help with pain, sleep, anxiety, and depression.
“Seriously these sparkling drinks are like no other drink I have ever tasted or seen with it’s colour and punchiness from the fruitiness. It was like drinking a cocktail but without the alcohol content.”
May 2020
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Gifted Little Rick CBD drinks I was lifted from my anxiety for a while giving me smile. Click here to read my full write up.
RIDE drinks
Love fizzy drinks then you will love these hard seltzer drinks which are a fruity alcoholic sparkling water beverage all of which use no artificial ingredients as use fruit juice which results in a tasty, natural drink that is refreshing and not at all sweet and sickly.
“All the drinks were pure in colour, fresh, fizzy and had that perfect balance from the hint of fruit and alcohol.”
May 2020
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These drinks were gifted on a complimentary basis and were a refreshing sparkling delight.Click here to read my full write up.
TeaSpec
Always craving tea at the most odd moments then fear not as you can travel with a cuppa of tea be it a normal brew or one with many health benefits you will not be left with craving anymore with this handy travel glass flask. TEASPEC are tea enthusiasts to the world of Pu’er and other Chinese teas.
“The Lazy Go Travel Tumbler is the perfect solution to enjoying a perfect cuppa whether you’re on the way to work, the gym, or hiking in the hills.”
May 2020
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TEASPEC you will never feel left craving tea again with this handy travel flask. Click here to read my full write up.
Gunna Drinks
Gunna Drinks is a beverage company whom sell sodas which are made from sparkling spring water which is blended with 100% natural flavours with a tiny winy bit of sucralose added, which keeps the sugar level low and the taste high!
“Each can has an image of a certain animal and each drink upon pouring all have a unique colour and release powerful aromatic notes of smell.”
May 2020
Joanne of Love Pop Ups London blog post & Instagram post.
A soda that provides a punch from the ginger within. Click here to read my full write up.
Pirates Grog
If you love rum you will love Pirates Grog. They sell sweet fiery rums which are golden, aged in American oak casks, producing the greatest treasure of all pure rum. Pirates and rum lovers treasure no wonder it has won many awards.
“Upon sipping my taste buds they were immediately hit with an exotic infusion of salt, caramel, and a touch of allspice. Such a smooth liquid gold in a bottle.”
May 2020
Joanne of Love Pop Ups London blog post & Instagram post.
On a gifted basis I was provided a bottle of rum and sodas to try at home. This is all about their rum which is a pirates life for me as it is pure gold in a bottle. Click here to read my full write up.
Remedy Drinks
Love tea, love healthy drink then you’ll Remedy Drinks who sell Kombucha in a can / bottle plus Switchel and Coconut Water in a variety of flavours.
“Others describe Kombucha drinks as slightly vinegary but with a pleasant balance of sweet and sour. However Remedy Drinks thankfully though do not taste vinegary but fruity instead.”
May 2020
Joanne of Love Pop Ups London blog post & Instagram post.
Gifted Kombucha in a can. Click here to read my full write up.
Jeffrey’s Tonic
Love tonics and cordials these will certainly pimp up your drink be it gin or water. Their tonic syrups are handcrafted and made from infusions of natural herbs and spices. Their handcrafted cordials are fruity and wonderful to create a deluxe soft drinks.
“Proper adult soft drinks! Who needs alcohol! Alternatively if you are one who loves a tipple or two use them to make an even more adult based drink for that extra lift.”
May 2020
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Gifted complimentary tonics & cordials. Click here to read my full write up.
Chocolate Dino Company
If you love Chocolate Dino are producers of handmade 100% Belgian Chocolate brownies which are all unique in look and flavour. They sell the most scummiest and velvety chocolate brownies which are all divine and unique.
“These brownies truly are Jurassic as they are monstrous in flavour and style. In fact I have never seen anything like them in my life making them unique leaving all other brownies extinct as who wants a plain chocolate brownie when you can get your gnashers round these brownies which are gooey, and packed full of flavour.”
May 2020
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A gifted box of choclateness which will leave you craving for more. Click here to read my full write up.
Romulo Cafe & Restaurant
Rowena Romulo and her partner Chris run Romulo Cafe & Restaurant and brings diners a taste of the Philippines. All their menus are based on family recipes with Chef Jeremy Villanueva twist combining Philippine cuisine with a mix of Malay, Chinese, Spanish and American influences creating something Filipino. All their dishes are served in generous portions from sharing plates to smaller size platitos.
Now you can enjoy a taste o the Philippines in the comfort of your own home with their home delivery service.
“Delivered by car the food was all nicely packed in brown paper bags in containers keeping the food nicely compacted and hot which I was surprised by as I live in Bromley, Kent which is quite away from Kensington. In fact it was hotter than most takeaways I have got that are local so I was very impressed.”
May 2020
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Treated to a real Filipino feast by Romulo at home. Click here to read my full write up.
“I love going out discovering new and existing restaurants, theatres, immersive experiences and so much more but I also love staying in and discovering new gadgets, gaming and cooking.
