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Pottd get potty and create ever lasting memories

I love to get crafty at home as it is fun but also great for wellness. When I discovered about Pott’d People I was super excited as looking at their videos via Instagram and surfing through their website it gave me lots of creative ideas.

Pottery to me really does relax me and take my mind of things but it also at the same time lets me release my creativity. It gives me a sense of accomplishment and helps boost my own self-confidence and resilience after creating anything. Even though my pottery skills are not A1 as I am a novice after all it’s something that I made from scratch and something for me to be proud of.

I was kindly gifted courtesy of Pott’d People for an honest review.

Pott’d

Pott’d was launched back in 2021 by couple Frankie and Sascha.

They love pottery and hence want everyone else to fall in love with pottery so they decided to put together pottery boxes with easy instructions within each box. To them pottery is not just fun but also great for mental health as it lets you disconnect from the world and channel your inner artist. 

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Jaques London learning made fun via play

Toys are always a must for children, as they do not just keep them entertained but toys are also a great way for kick starting them learning. Jaques London provide a great range of Montessori games and toys ideal for children from 2 year olds and up.

The beauty about Jaques London games and toys though are that not only do they sell a great range of fun and Montessori products most of their products are made using wood which to me is very nostalgic and certainly more special than plastic. Not only that wood is much better for the environment than plastic.

Did you know that wooden toys were first introduced back in the 1700s by a toymaker in Germany. At that time, wooden toys were often handmade for very special occasions, but it soon started to become popular across Europe in which then dolls and animals were started to be handmade from wood.

Montessori products are great for providing education for young children helping them develop natural interests and activities rather than use formal teaching methods. Montessori toys was developed by physician Maria Montessori. Maria was an Italian physician and educator best known for the philosophy of education, and her writing on scientific pedagogy.

I was kindly gifted a few of their products for my nephew who is only 2 and a half and he absolutely loved them. He was not even interested in the box after unwrapping unlike most kids, he just wanted to play with the items.

Jaques London

Jaques London have been going for 8 generations producing toy and games to families since 1795 which was founded by Thomas Jaques, whom was a farmer’s son of a French Huguenot descent.

He was a manufacturer in ivory, hardwoods, bone and Tunbridge Ware.

When John Jaques, his great grandson took over the company it started to gain a great reputation for games and this is how Jaques London begun.

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Cheaze – Make your Christmas a Cheaze-mas one

Christmas most of us enjoy the festivities by opening up gifts from loved ones, followed on by tucking into a roast turkey or salmon, pulling open crackers, reading cheesy jokes, and ending with a flaming Christmas pudding. For those though who might not like desserts or even fancy a nibble later on then you might just want to check out Cheaze Cheaze-mas selection of their Christmas cheese boxes.

Cheese though can be enjoyed not just with crackers but can also be used to make some incredible tasting dishes in which I have shown below. Also check out my past blogs on Cheaze for other tasting recipes using cheese by Cheaze. Just search Cheaze.

Cheaze Christmas box selections are perfect for that after dinner delight, snack or even as a gift.

Cheaze also has a new subscription service so you can enjoy five different cheeses on a monthly, bi-monthly or quarterly basis.

Courtesy of Cheaze I was gifted one of their new Christmas boxes to welcome in Christmas in style.

Cheaze

For over 30 years+ Cheaze have been selling cheese giving us all the opportunity to enjoy tasty cheese which has been sourced from Britain as well as Europe.

  • Cheeze sell award winning cheeses from British and International cheese makers. 
  • They sell a selection of cheese made from cow’s, goat’s and sheep’s milk as well as vegan cheese.
  • The packaging they use is thermal insulated and can be recycled and reused. 
  • Their ice-packs are also re-useable.

Cheaze is there to help you save time bringing quality cheese straight to your door so you don’t need to trull through the supermarket.

Buy from a range of boxes, have them delivered direct to your home and enjoy the wide range of different cheese at home.

Enjoy a cheesy Christmas

Having had numerous cheese boxes from them before which has contained such cheeses like Old Amsterdam, and Ossau Iraty and so much more I was excited to discover which tasty cheese I will be enjoying this time around.

Cheaze-mas box is perfect for a Christmas gathering as you can enjoy a range of 6 different cheeses plus tantalising accompaniments.

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Sayvll Beverage Co alcohol free drinks are the answer to NO more hangovers

Savyll

Have you ever gone along to a party and felt a little left out as you can’t join in with your friends and family and enjoy a nice refreshing cocktail as you are driving or just can’t drink alcohol? Well now thanks to Savyll you to now can sip and enjoy a refreshing tasty non alcoholic cocktail which really does look and taste like the real thing.

A non alcoholic drink is usually known as a virgin cocktail or mocktail and is usually styled around a classic cocktail except without the alcohol. Non alcoholic drinks have been around for decades and used to be known as Temperance Drinks. The first mention of mocktail came about in America 1916.

Evolving over time the 1980s saw the resurgence of a mocktail movement with sugary drinks. Following the sophistication of cocktail culture of the 2000s, the zero proof drink became more refined.

With mocktails becoming more and more popular, as many people are swinging away from alcohol they can now often be found on cocktail menus within restaurants and bars. Plus many supermarkets also sell mocktails within bottles and cans.

Did you know that mocktails are are crafted using more or less the same combinations of sodas, juices, herbs, and syrups to create a refreshing mocktail, just minus the alcohol. Mixologists also use the same mixology methods and tools in which they would use when making a regular cocktail.

I was kindly gifted courtesy of Savyll their two great gift packs the Simplicity Tasting Pack and Bon Vivant Tasting Pack.

Savyll Beverage Company

The Savyll Beverage Company was set up by founder Avnish Babla as he believed that everyone deserves classic and distinguished alternatives to alcohol when choosing not to drink.

Savyll sell a great range of crafted ready-to-serve, alcohol free cocktails that recreates the familiarity, complexity and sense of occasion of the world’s most popular cocktails. From a Bellini, G&T, Mojito, Paloma Tequila, Moscow Mule, Old Cuban and Spiced Rum & Cola.

All Savyll’s cocktails are made from all natural flavours and extracts, and has less than 5g per 100ml of natural cane sugar. As they don’t use artificial flavouring or sweeteners. Plus apart from not containing any alcohol all of their cocktails are vegan friendly and gluten-free.

Everyone no matter if your young or old as all can enjoy the taste of Savyll as they are alcohol-free after all.

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Red Letter Days experiences save with Enjoy Stevie

Enjoy Stevie Red Letter Days

Year after year deciding which presents to buy family and friends has become trickier and trickier each year but Red Letter Days is the perfect solution. Just purchase a gift voucher, or one of their gift boxes designed such as an adrenaline junkie or foodie and let them choose the experience which appeals to them.

Courtesy of Enjoy Stevie I was gifted the opportunity to try one of Red Letter Days hamper experiences at home in which I opted for the the Pink Gin and Treats Hamper.

Enjoy Stevie (discount app)

Stevie is a discount club which gives you access to a variety of restaurants, cinemas, and retailers from across the UK in which you can save up to 50% off as well as many other perks.

To access all of Stevie’s discounts, simply create an account via their app or their website and subscribe. A full year’s membership starts from as little as £9.99.

Simply Stevie is a digital discount card with real rewards.

Red Letter Days

1989 Red Letter Days popped up creating pioneering and unique gifts be it a night out at a Michelin Class restaurant or a Spa Day there is something for everyone.

Red Letter Days are all about making memories choosing from an array of amazing experiences across the UK; giving their customers an unrivalled choice suiting everyone’s tastes, occasion and budget.

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Brigadeiro Gourmet UK sweet treats

Brigadeiro Gourmet UK - Valentines

As a lover of chocolates, candy and desserts when I discovered about Brigadeiro Gourmet box and read all about brigadeiros which are a traditional Brazilian dessert, I just had to try them. What are brigadeiros though? well they are balls which are made from Swiss Coca, condensed milk and double cream. They were first created back in the 1940s and vary in flavours from milk chocolate to dark, milk and white. They are a very popular confection which is enjoyed throughout Brazil, especially during festive events.

Thanks to Brigadeiro Gourmet I was gifted a luxury box perfect for Valentines or a gift which came with a selection of brigadeiros and a bunch of fresh cut flowers.

Brigadeiro Gourmet UK

Katia Hickmann the founder of Brigadeiro Gourmet UK back in December 2019 brought to the UK her delicacies of home made delights of brownies, cakes, cookies and brigadeiros. All of which have been created by Roberta Medina and lovingly made by Katia Hickmann, Catarina Marques Vieira and Lucas Nogueira, their aim is to spread the joy and delights of brigadeiros.

Savor Brigadeiro Gourmet produce true Brazilian brigadeiros, which are made with the finest ingredients giving a delicious gourmet experience. With 14 different flavours Bitter with Pistachio, Black, Casadinho, Churros, Coconut, Italian Straw, Dried Milk, Lemon, Nuts, Oreo, Ovaltine, Peanut, Traditional and White.

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Anni Edwards candles in a cocktail shaker

Anni Edwards

We all love a fancy cocktail from time to time but you know what I love about cocktails the most is the smell. Pina Colada from pineapple to coconut and Mojito full of aromas of mint and lemon. Now you can enjoy the smells of these and many other cocktails within the comfort of your home without intaking alcohol thanks to Anni Edwards scented candles which come in a cocktail shaker, so once your candle has burnt you can always clean out the shaker and make your favourite cocktail.

Courtesy of Anni Edwards she gifted me one of her sweet smelling cocktail candles to burn and enjoy at home.

Anni Edwards

Anni Edwards loves candles and loves cocktails and wanted to bring the fragrances to our homes without the need to drink.

Located in the Surrey Hills Anni Edwards brings to the world her hand-poured luxury Mixologist Cocktail Candles which she makes in small batches, ensuring each one meets high standards.

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Munching on an Empress Ale Great British Gastro Pub Snack Box watching Santa

Empress Ale

We all love a snack throughout the day or even a naughty midnight snack however it can be hard to choose from the many different snacks out there on the market as to know which crisps or nuts to pair with your pint or to enjoy whilst watching a Christmas movie. Thanks though to Empress Ale their Great British Gastro Pub Snack Box they have made snack time choosing made easy with their box of delicious made Savoursmiths crisps and Serious Pig snacks.

I was gifted a gastro pub box courtesy of Empress Ale to enjoy at home during this festive season along with some Celia lager.

Empress Ale

Founded by Surj Virk Empress Ale took many months of testing, tasting, tweaking, working with chefs, restaurateurs and award winning brewers to bring an ale of British and Indian influences together. Empress Ale was then born 2016 bringing to the market a premium craft British pale ale that’s smooth, light and easy-drinking.

Empress Ale is brewed in an award-winning brewery in London by chefs and restaurateurs Empress Ale has been designed to be enjoyed on any occasion, leaving you craving for more after every sip. They use the finest natural ingredients, which are sourced locally where possible.

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Stormtrooper beer not in a galaxy far far away

Stormtrooper Beer

I’ve been waiting for you, Stormtrooper beer! to keep my faith alive during lockdown feeling like I am in living in a new world full of danger and uncertainty Stormtrooper beer came to the rescue. Thankfully I did not have to wait light years as Vocation Brewery is based on Earth within Hebden Bridge, not far far away.

I was gifted a few PR samples of their Stormtrooper beer on a courtesy basis to enjoy within my home which were all out of this world.

Stormtrooper beer

Stormtrooper beer is brewed within an award-winning Vocation Brewery in Hebden Bridge.

They brew imperial ales to imperious lagers, all of which are exclusively produced by an elite garrison of hop shock troops, stationed at Vocation Brewery. Vocation Brewery is one of the UK’s leading craft breweries, who produce beers which is focussed on American hops and fruity tropical flavours.

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Vemacity it’s gin o’clock after 96 hours

Vemacity Gin Making Kit various gins

We are a nation of gin drinkers, and as a lover of gin myself, I and many others are naturally curious about how gin is made and flavoured. Thanks to Vemacity I learnt the basis of how to make a gin with botanicals at home. I never knew that gin started from infusing vodka with juniper berries for 48 hours before adding botanicals to flavour and infuse for yet another 48 hours. After 96 hours it then was soon gin o’clock time where I could celebrate with a lovely glass of my homemade flavoured gin within a balloon copa gin glass.

I was gifted on a courtesy basis from Vemacity their ultimate gin making kit and engraved gin glasses.

Vemacity

Vemacity was set up back in 2018 by two Londoner’s who loves gin and wants to spread the enjoyment of gin to all.

Their passion is to create a new way to experience gin and tonic through their products. There are so many incredibly delicious gins out there to discover and experiment with but they wanted was to bring a gin and tonic experience to all like no other. To them a great gin experience is anchored within the moment that you create around it. Time, effort, attention to detail and knowledge are equally as important when experiencing gin.

Vemacity brings to the world a new and interesting way to enjoy gin. They believe a great gin and tonic should be served the right way and engage all the senses. So, they set out to create specialist barware and gin gifts which elevates the experience of drinking gin at home. 

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