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Forbes
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
La Petite Maison Unveils New Cocktail Menu Inspired By The French Riviera
A visit to any La Petite Maison restaurant immediately transports you to the South of France. Tables are decorated with lemons, tomatoes and olive oil, and the menu is filled with signature French favorites like escargot. The spot is known for its signature Tomatini cocktail, a sweeter rendition of the Blood Mary. However, LPM just unveiled a whole slew of French Riviera inspired cocktails through its innovative new menu, Déjà Vu. Déjà Vu is a love letter to the South of France, highlighting icons like Brigitte Bardot and Grace Kelly, who turned the Côte d'Azur into what it is today. It resembles a glossy vintage French editorial magazine, highlighting the nostalgia of the 50s to 90s within the South of France. To create the magazine, the LPM team gathered information on all that was happening in this era and used it as inspiration for the menu. Every cocktail on the menu reflects a memory or musing from the Riviera and has a link to what was happening back in the day in France. 'As a brand deeply rooted in the culture of the South of France, we wanted to create a menu that not only celebrated our heritage but felt like a product of that place and time,' explains Tibor Krascsenics, La Petite Maison's global beverage director in an interview with Forbes. 'The idea of presenting the menu as a vintage magazine allowed us to capture the charm of a beachside afternoon in Antibes or a café terrace in Saint-Tropez, thumbing through old editorials, horoscopes and crossword puzzles. It's a way of storytelling that mirrors the way people linger, connect and celebrate life in the Riviera.' From conception to now, the menu took the team nearly a year to create. 'Our new menu is a natural transition—moving from the dreamlike elegance of the Belle Époque into the sun-soaked glamour of the French Riviera's Golden Era,' he says. 'We're shifting the mood, dialing up the vibrancy and inviting guests to experience the spirit of the Riviera through bold, refreshing cocktails and a new rhythm of storytelling.' As the latest evolution of LPM's cocktail menu, you can expect to find drinks like the Birkin, a twist on the Americano with an orange hued color that plays ode to the original Hermes Birkin and is served with a custom French silk scarf of the stem and crocodile-patterned ice, or Soleil, a sunny twist on the Gin and Tonic taking inspiration from the iconic Soleil fragrance from Fragonard. The cocktail is made with a special 44°N Gin that was made in collaboration with LPM and is served in a bespoke soda bottle alongside a sample of the perfume. Other notable cocktails include Douliou Douliou, a take on the Pina Colada that is based on a famous St. Tropez song, or Mr. Monaco, a champagne cocktail in honor of Graham 'Mr. Monaco' Hill's world record for the most victories at the Monaco Formula 1. The new menu also brings mirroring non-alcoholic options to ensure that every guest feels welcome. 'We wanted to introduce a mirrored menu so that every guest could be a part of our mixology,' says Krascsenics. 'The approach to this new menu is unique - something that only belongs to us, and will hopefully inspire not only our guests, but our industry peers and team members as well.' For now, Déjà Vu will only be available at the Dubai LPM location. However, over the next few months, it will be rolled out at all LPM locations around the world.
North Wales Live
02-05-2025
- Business
- North Wales Live
Shoppers snag Le Creuset rainbow mug set in 45% off deal better than Amazon sale
For those who love to inject a splash of colour into their kitchen, the iconic cookware brand Le Creuset is likely a familiar name. However, it's also well-known that Le Creuset items don't come cheap, so when they go on sale it's no surprise that customers are quick to snap up the colourful cast iron pots and other kitchen accessories. During last year's Amazon Prime Day, shoppers were treated to a massive Le Creuset deal when the rainbow mug set caused quite the buzz, flying off virtual shelves at £49.99 as one of the shopping event's biggest sellers. But for those who missed out before it sold out, there's an even cheaper way to brighten up a brew available right now for shoppers who do one thing. Over at Wayfair, the iconic Le Creuset Rainbow Set of 6 Mugs is available for £63.75 as part of a massive sale on the iconic brand, offering a hefty 25% saving on its original £85 price tag and matching Amazon's current offer. But new members of TopCashback on Wayfair can save even more, effectively getting all six for less than £8 a mug - which is an even bigger saving compared to Le Creuset's own website where they still cost £85 for the set. Money saving site TopCashback gives anyone who signs up as a new member a free £15 sign-up bonus, alongside a percentage of additional cashback on every qualifying purchase across thousands of retailers, including Wayfair. This means the rainbow mug set will be £47.39 after cashback. Brightly coloured mugs are currently a hot trend in kitchenware, reports the Mirror. Amazon is currently selling a similar set of multicoloured options made by Dawsons for £16.99 although they aren't quite in the same style and shape as the Le Creuset ones. Shoppers who do want the premium option but perhaps don't need a full set of six can get a single mug in a choice of dozens of colours from Le Creuset direct for £17 for one. Shoppers wanting to revitalise the entire mug cupboard with Le Creuset won't find a more cost-effective way to get the full set of six of the mugs currently though. The colourful set highlights many of the brand's bold, signature shades, including Cerise, Volcanic, Soleil, Palm, Teal, and Ultra Violet options. Made from specialist clays and fired at high temperatures, these stoneware mugs are not only attractive but also durable. Known for their strength and thermal resistance, they can maintain even temperatures for hot drinks and are safe for use in the microwave, dishwasher, oven, fridge, and even under the grill. Like all Le Creuset stoneware, they're scratch-resistant, easy to clean, and come with a reassuring 10-year guarantee. But it's not just the mugs that are on sale at Wayfair; this deal is part of a wider Le Creuset sale, with great prices on some of the brand's best-selling kitchen essentials such as kettles, cafetieres, and much more including the iconic cast iron casserole dishes that many associate with the brand. In the reviews, customers have praised the mugs, with one saying: "Absolutely stunning cups, I love them, they are sturdy but still elegant." Another buyer added: "We love the vibrant colours, they are very different from other mugs." A third said: "Lovely colours and great quality." While all reviews on Wayfair are five star, on Amazon some shoppers have complained about the packaging not being robust enough, but general feedback on the quality of mugs has been unanimously positive. How to get the Le Creuset mug deal Sign up as a new member of TopCashback via this link Search for Wayfair and click 'Get Cashback Now' Shop and checkout as usual Cashback will then track and appear in your TopCashback account. After cashback the mugs will work out at £47.39 for the set.
Daily Mirror
02-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Mirror
Le Creuset iconic rainbow mugs below £8 in deal cheaper than Amazon Prime Day
Shoppers have spotted a way to save money on the iconic cookware brand beloved by shoppers and influencers alike For those that enjoy adding pops of colour to their kitchen, iconic cookware brand Le Creuset is probably a renowned name. But it's also well-known that Le Creuset items don't come cheap, so whenever they go on sale somewhere, it's no surprise that customers rush to stock up on the colourful cast iron pots. Last year for Amazon Prime Day, shoppers were treated to a huge Le Creuset deal when the rainbow mug set caused a stir, flying off virtual shelves priced at £49.99 as one of the shopping event's biggest sellers. But for those who missed out before it sold out, there's an even cheaper offer available right now for shoppers who do one thing. Over at Wayfair, the iconic Le Creuset Rainbow Set of 6 Mugs is available for £63.75 as part of a huge sale on the iconic brand, offering a chunky 25% saving on its original £85 price tag and price matching Amazon's current offer. But new members of TopCashback on Wayfair can save even more, effectively snagging all six for less than £8 a mug - which is an even bigger saving on Le Creuset's own website where they still cost £85 for the set. New members to TopCashback will receive a £15 sign-up bonus, plus an additional cashback amount for shopping with Wayfair. This means the rainbow mug set will be £47.39 after cashback. Cheerily coloured mugs are a real kitchen trend at the moment, with Amazon offering an unbranded set of six large ceramic mugs with a 20% discount, taking them down to £37.59. Elsewhere, Debenhams has also slashed the price of a 16-piece Nordic stoneware dinner set by 37%, allowing shoppers to get it for £47. But for Le Creuset devotees, the colourful set of six includes options in each of the brand's bold, signature shades is a must-buy in its own right, with Cerise, Volcanic, Soleil, Palm, Teal, and Ultra Violet shades available for a brew. The mugs are made from specialist clays and fired at the highest temperatures, meaning the stoneware mugs are just as pretty as they are practical but are also built to last. Known for their strength and thermal resistance, the mugs are able to maintain even temperatures for hot drinks and are safe for use in the microwave, dishwasher, oven, fridge, and even under the grill. Meanwhile, like all Le Creuset stoneware, they're scratch-resistant, easy to clean, and come with a reassuring 10-year guarantee. It's not just the mugs on offer at Wayfair; this deal is part of a wider Le Creuset sale, with brilliant prices across some of the brand's bestselling kitchen essentials such as kettles, cafetieres, and much more including the iconic cast iron casserole dishes that many associate with the brand. Customers have taken to the comments to share their thoughts on the colourful mugs. One person shared: "Absolutely stunning cups, I love them, they are sturdy but still elegant." A second person wrote: "We love the vibrant colours, they are very different from other mugs." While a third person said: "Lovely colours and great quality." How to get Le Creuset mug set for To claim the new member bonus, new members of TopCashback need to sign up via this link Search for Wayfair and click 'Get Cashback Now' Shop and checkout as usual Cashback will then track and appear in your TopCashback account.
Fashion Network
21-04-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Arvino to launch five new India stores
Jewellery brand Arvino plans to open five new stores across India to offer its personalised designs to shoppers across the country and connect with new demographics. 'There's no substitute for hard work," said Arvino's founder Arvind Agarwal about his brand journey, Elle India reported. "Stay fearless in your creations and always uphold great karma.' Keen to widen its customer base, the label targets women of a wide range of ages. The brand recently launched new collection 'Soleil,' designed to blend vintage inspirations with modern styling, according to its Facebook page. The collection has gone live on Arvino's direct to customer e-commerce store and includes statement bangles and chokers, sculptural earrings, gemstone beads, and pendants with designs inspired by shells and other natural elements. Arvino was established in 1992 and is headquartered in Miami, US, according to its Linkedin page. The business' website lists Jaipur as its address and its e-commerce store features a wide range of 18 carat gold-plated jewellery with "multi-level certifications across our supply chain to showcase the degree of our sustainability and ethics in our practices," according to the brand. These include RJC™ certification, SEDEX-auditing, and a zero-waste business philosophy.
Express Tribune
08-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
KARD's BM under fire for using racial slur on TikTok Live, apology sparks debate
KARD member BM has come under fire after saying the n-word during a TikTok Live while singing along to a DMX song. The incident quickly drew criticism from fans, particularly due to BM's American upbringing and fluency in English, with many stating he should know better. Clips from the livestream circulated widely on social media, with one video showing BM reciting the controversial lyrics. Following immediate backlash, the idol returned to TikTok Live, inviting fans—especially Black viewers—to confront him directly and share how his actions made them feel. Fan reactions were divided. Some applauded BM for not issuing a generic apology and instead offering his platform to voices from the affected community. honestly, i'm hurt but also kind of proud (?) of BM for apologising so quickly and STRAIGHT to OUR COMMUNITY and even letting black fans talking on his live and everything — 合 𝒆𝒍𝒚' .☘︎ ݁˖🧃 (@chae4ely) April 8, 2025 idk if im bugging and like genuinely not even in a way to defend BM, but the way y'all were acting in that live with one of the few idols that was willingly open to listening to fans blew me just now. — Soleil (@seungnmin) April 8, 2025 Others viewed the gesture as performative, noting that BM continued to receive TikTok Live donations during the apology session. Guys u know what I realised…BM is actually getting donations for this live😭😭😭😭he could turn that off HES GETTING A BAG FOR THIS — Deans pr manager 🪐 (@thenigginjoon) April 8, 2025 Several also pointed out that BM, being from Los Angeles and raised in the United States, had no excuse. bm literally grew up in la lmao, why are y'all wasting your breath trying to educate him on not using the n-word?? — °°𝓶𝓼°°la edgehead☆⋈ (@_shownusofty) April 8, 2025 The controversy comes amid a wider wave of criticism within the K-pop industry, as several idols are being exposed for cultural appropriation and racial insensitivity. Videos of BLACKPINK members using the n-word while rapping hip-hop songs during their trainee days have resurfaced online, sparking renewed backlash. Meanwhile, members of the rookie girl group KISS OF LIFE have also been accused of appropriating Black culture through fashion and styling in recent appearances.
