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Metro
3 days ago
- Business
- Metro
‘Mouth-watering' chocolate brand that disappeared from supermarkets is back
The big UK supermarkets aren't exactly short of options when it comes to chocolate, with own-brand bars and treats, as well as products by big names like Cadbury, Tony's and Nestlé. But there's one brand that's been notably missing from the likes of Tesco and Sainsbury's for the last five years as it swapped supermarket shelves for luxury retailers, and that's GODIVA. Founded in Brussels in 1926, the chocolate brand began with pralines and the business is named after the legend of Lady Godiva. It's been sold in the UK for years in high-end stores like Harrods and Selfridges and even has its own flagship store in Covent Garden, but the chocolates haven't been widely available in supermarkets. GODIVA's first foray into supermarkets came in 2017, when the brand partnered with Sainsbury's to sell its Belgian chocolates, but it disappeared from shelves there in 2020. However, that's all about to change as the 100-year-old brand is making a supermarket comeback and has just launched its version of the viral Dubai chocolate bar in Tesco. But, of course, there's a catch. The chocolate treat – a Pistacho & Kadayif bar which sees GODIVA milk chocolate wrapped around crunchy pistachios and crispy Kadayif pastry pieces – is only available at Tesco for a limited time. And when we say limited, we aren't joking. Shoppers now have just over a week to get their hands on it at their local supermarket, as it'll only be sold there until June 17. What's more, the premium bar doesn't come cheap with an RRP of £10, though those with a Clubcard will be able to save a little, getting it for £7.95. According to GODIVA, this new bar is a reimagined and more accessible version of their usual Dubai-style chocolate bar, which is sold in Harrods for £24.95. Speaking about the launch, Isabella Rogers, chief marketing officer at GODIVA, said: 'Inspired by the viral Dubai-style chocolate trend, our new GODIVA Crispy Kadayif & Pistachio Chocolate offers an effortless way for more people to experience our premium take on this indulgent sensation for a limited time only on the high street. 'From the signature GODIVA milk chocolate couverture to the delicate crunch of pistachios and crisp golden Kadayif, it's a true feast for the senses – designed for those who may not make it to our Covent Garden boutique but still want a taste of luxury.' The brand has a strong fan base, with reviewers on Yelp hailing it as 'expensive but well worth it', 'the finest chocolates to be had in the capital', 'mouth-watering' and 'the best chocolate in London' and 'delicious' in numerous four and five star posts about the Covent Garden chocolate shop. This comes after a number of other chocolate brands recently shared exciting news, including Cadbury. The iconic brand has unveiled brand new Dairy Milk bars for summer, with one new flavour plus fun colour-changing packaging. There's an Iced Latte Dairy Milk chocolate bar, which combines smooth coffee cream, biscuit pieces and the classic taste of Cadbury chocolate and four temperature-activated packets, which visually transform when the chocolate is chilled. Yes, that's right, in a somewhat unexpected move, Cadbury is actively encouraging people to put their chocolate bars in the fridge. More Trending The new cold-activated packs will look like ordinary purple Dairy Milk bars – until they are popped in the fridge. Using thermochromic technology, the temperature change will reveal one of four vibrant summer-themed designs as the wrapper changes colour to reveal a deep blue image. Elsewhere, Mars Wrigley, has just confirmed that the 'best' Maltesers are making a comeback after 11 years. (That's the white chocolate version, in case you didn't know.) First launched in 2003, White Chocolate Maltesers were a fan-favourite before being discontinued in 2014 and people have spent more than a decade begging for them to return. View More » White Chocolate Maltesers will be available in treat bags, single bag and sharing bag formats from June 16. You'll be able to find them in major supermarkets along with independent retailers too, so you won't have to go far to get your fix. Do you have a story to share? Get in touch by emailing MetroLifestyleTeam@ MORE: 'Power picnics' are perfect for summer — but you have to follow five rules MORE: Major US fast food chain to open in London Heathrow airport – a European first MORE: Tesco launches major new Clubcard bonus — but shoppers need to act fast Your free newsletter guide to the best London has on offer, from drinks deals to restaurant reviews.
Daily Mail
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
American couple touring the UK for 7 months reveal the country's 'most underrated' places - and leave one resident 'tearful' because 'beauty' of their home is finally recognised
England's most popular attractions - from the Tower of London to Stonehenge - need no introduction to tourists from near and there's plenty of places on this green and pleasant isle that don't make the must-see map - and should do, say one US couple. So keen are the YouTubers, known as Jeremy and Cara, that Britain's more unsung destinations are visited more, they've compiled a list of the top ten places that visitors frequently overlook, and reveal a particular soft spot for a much maligned city. The pair, who post on their YouTube account, The Magic Geekdom, have spent nearly eight months - over four trips - traversing the UK, with particular focus on England. The 30-minute video sees the couple count down 'the coolest cities that deserve more attention' as well as coastal towns and pretty villages that often play second fiddle to more well known destinations. Perhaps the most surprising inclusion is Coventry; the West Midlands city doesn't have huge tourism numbers but it won the hearts of The Magic Geekdom, who placed it at number five on their list and said it 'completely defied our expectations'. They enjoyed the Lady Godiva history - including the hourly clock tower show with the city's Peeping Tom at the old Market Hall building - and sank a pint at the 15th century The Old Windmill pub on Spon Street. They also loved the city's transport museum, and described its collection of vintage motor cars and memorabilia as 'hands down one of the best museums we've experienced anywhere in the UK'. The north-east city of Durham comes in at number ten, with The Magic Geekdom impressed by the spectacular 11th century cathedral - where scenes from the Harry Potter franchise were filmed, alongside its 'winding medieval streets and welcoming atmosphere'. Another cathedral city that they deemed a 'hidden gem' was Wells, with the pair fascinated by the Somerset city's centerpiece church. Built between 1175 and 1490, it's the earliest English Cathedral to be built in the Gothic style and is celebrated for having one of the largest collections of historic stained glass in the country. Its Wells Clock, dating from 1390, is considered to be the second oldest clock mechanism in Great Britain and still works. The couple stayed at the Swan hotel, and sought out locations featured in the 2007 film Hot Fuzz, starring Simon Pegg and Nick Frost - which they say they're huge fans of. A roast at the pub, The Crown at Wells, was the couple's first traditional Sunday dinner in the UK. There was more British culinary fare in Robin Hood's Bay - where a supper of fish and chips awaited them. They described the Yorkshire fishing village as 'tumbling down into the seaside' with 'narrow, twisting alleyways' - saying 'every corner reveals another amazing view.' It was another seaside town though that took the number one spot on The Magic Geekdom's list. More salubrious than the Netflix film of the same name, Saltburn - officially Saltburn-by-the-Sea, in North Yorkshire was rated by the couple as their favourite lesser known place to visit. They loved the 19th century iron pier, independent shops and the lack of crowds, as well as the traditional arcades, saying: 'There's something wonderfully low-key about this place.' 'The beach here is gorgeous and, here's something that might surprise you, it's a really popular surfing spot.' Their praise-filled view on the seaside town left one North Yorkshire resident touched and, well, a bit emotional. They wrote: 'Saltburn by Sea is 7 miles away from my front door. Thank you for recognising it for its beauty and ambience - I genuinely felt a bit tearful when you made it number one.' Jeremy and Cara say they're self-confessed anglophiles and can't wait to discover more about the UK on future trips, writing on their bio: 'We don't know when our next trip will be (hopefully soon) but until then, we'll continue making videos trying more British foods, reminiscing about our adventures, and celebrating our love for Old Blighty.' The Magic Geekdom's top ten tourist hidden gems in Britain Durham, County Durham Wells, Somerset Dartmoor, Devon Robin's Hood Bay, North Yorkshire Coventry, West Midlands Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire Norwich, Norfolk Chester, Cheshire Rye, East Sussex
