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NDTV
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
From Mai Tai To Pina Colada, Explore Tiki Cocktails And Take A Sip Of Beachside Paradise
Few things evoke the spirit of tropical escape quite like a tiki cocktail, especially when served in an intriguing tiki mug. Often shaped like ancient Polynesian idols, skulls, or hula girls, these collectable ceramic vessels are as much a part of the experience as the drink itself. Adorned with umbrellas, fruit skewers, and even flames, tiki cocktails don't just quench your thirst, they whisk you to a far-off paradise, one sip at a time. But have you ever wondered what exactly is 'tiki' and the 'tiki cocktail' genre? This weekend, sip on these flavourful cocktail histories (metaphorically), along with actually drinking fabulous tiki drinks with your friends and family. The Origins Of Tiki Culture Tiki culture draws inspiration from Oceanian art and mythology, stretching across the Pacific from Polynesia and Australasia to the Caribbean and Hawaii. The term "Tiki" comes from Maori mythology, where Tiki is considered the first man, often depicted as a figure worn as a pendant called the hei-tiki. While these symbols held deep cultural meaning, they were later adopted and commercialised in Western pop culture. Also Read: 10 Most Loved Cocktails Across The Globe The Birth Of The Tiki Cocktail The tiki cocktail emerged in 1933 with the opening of Don's Beachcomber in Hollywood, a Polynesian-themed bar and restaurant. This lively space served exotic rum-based punches with the vibe of a tropical movie set with flaming torches, bamboo furniture, and vibrant fabrics. The bar was quite popular and even frequented by celebrities. The signature concoctions, dubbed "Rhum Rhapsodies," were crafted with rum, fresh fruit juices, and flavoured syrups. These drinks were often served in creative vessels like hollowed-out pineapples or coconuts, elevating both their taste and visual appeal. The Allure Of Tiki Vessels By the 1950s, the now-iconic tiki mug became a staple of tiki bars. These elaborately decorated ceramic mugs were designed to resemble Polynesian deities or other tropical motifs. Beyond mugs, tiki drinks are also popularly served in carved pineapples or dramatic, fire-topped communal bowls with extra-long straws for group sipping. It's not just about flavour, it's about spectacle. 5 Iconic Tiki Cocktails You Should Try: Now that you understand tiki cocktails, it's time to try some of the most iconic tiki cocktails. 1. Pina Colada Pina Colada is so popular that many do not know it is actually a tiki cocktail. A classic from Puerto Rico, this creamy cocktail blends rum with pineapple juice and sweet coconut cream. Add a splash of lime for extra zest. 2. Mai Tai Arguably the most iconic tiki drink, the Mai Tai mixes dark and light rum with orange liqueur, lime juice, and orgeat syrup (almonds, sugar, orange flower water). A delicious balance of citrus and almond, this cocktail is a tiki essential. 3. Mojito Hailing from Havana, the classic and beloved Mojito is refreshingly simple, made with white rum, mint, lime, and sugar topped with soda. It is the perfect cocktail for hot summer days. 4. Rum Runner This tiki cocktail combines rum, banana liqueur, blackberry liqueur, grenadine, and tropical fruit juices. The legend goes that this fabulous combination was invented by accident at a tiki bar when the bartender combined all old leftover stock to make room for fresh ingredients. Also Read: Shandy, Anyone? The Ultimate Summer Cocktail You Will Want To Sip 5. Painkiller Dark rum, pineapple juice, orange juice, and cream of coconut come together in this tiki classic, garnished with a dash of grated nutmeg. This drink is a twist on the classic Pina Colada and is extremely refreshing for hot summer days. Unwind this weekend with some tiki drinks that invite you to slow down and soak in the island vibes, no matter where you are. Advertisement About Jigyasa Kakwani Jigyasa finds her solace through writing, a medium she is exploring to make the world more informed and curious with every story published. She is always up for exploring new cuisines, but her heart comes back to the comforting ghar-ka-khana. For the latest food news, health tips and recipes, like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter and YouTube. Tags: Tiki Cocktail Weekend Show full article Comments
CNN
24-05-2025
- General
- CNN
The best smokeless fire pits in 2025, tried and tested by editors
The best fire pit we tested Best fire pit: Tiki 25-Inch Smokeless Patio Fire Pit Parking one of the best fire pits in your backyard opens up a world of outdoor fun. It's the perfect centerpiece for friends and family to get together while dinner cooks on the grill and an icy cooler chills your drinks. If it's brisk out, the heat of the fire beats any blanket, and if the bugs are circling, those flames will help keep those pests at bay. If you've ever sat around a fire and been stuck in that one camp chair that can't seem to dodge the smoke, you'll be glad to hear that most backyard fire pits these days are designed to burn without a cough-inducing haze. They follow the science by using air and ventilation to create a fire so efficient that it burns off everything, leaving no debris to escape in the form of smoke. Is it really that simple, though? Can any smokeless fire pit create a setting so sublime that it's worth whatever the price is? I set up four of the most popular fire pits in my backyard to find out, and after scorching bundles and bundles of firewood, it became clear that one made the experience better than the rest. Tiki 25-Inch Smokeless Patio Fire Pit Tiki's fire pit cuts down on smoke while making setup and cleaning a breeze. Its striking design creates a blaze that burns above the rim, giving off the light and heat you want around the fire. The Tiki 25-Inch Smokeless Patio Fire Pit rose to the top of my rankings because it produces a controlled, comfortable fire in a design that simplifies every step — lighting, maintaining and cleaning — and is pleasing to the eye in any setting. Sitting around a wood-burning fire in the Tiki Patio Smokeless Fire Pit was a delight. Because its main drum is not as deep as most of the competition, flames crested above the rim of the pit consistently, even if I didn't burn many logs. This resulted in a cozy glow at night and steady warmth around the entire unit. The design of the Tiki fire pit promoted an efficient yet not overwhelming burn. The structure stands on a three-legged metal ring, which mounting with three screws is the only step for setup. The slight elevation provided by the stand promotes terrific airflow through the holed bottom of the pit. Combine that with another ring of ventilation around the rim of the drum, and you get plenty of heat and not a lot of smoke. The Tiki pit found the right balance of not burning so hot that you need a ton of wood but not burning so weak that smoke gushed out of the pit. If it's a (safe) inferno you desire, fear not. You could always add more wood. Or try the Tiki Wood Pack, a bag of wood pellets that make lighting the fire absurdly easy. When you're ready to blaze, place the included dome into the fire pit's drum and stack the bag of pellets on top. Light each corner of the bag with a lighter. It'll only take a few seconds for the pellets to evenly pour out of the bag and fill the pit, and mere minutes for a significant fire to catch. When I burned the one bag that came included with the Tiki pit (in the video above), I saw flames reach 3 feet above the rim of the pit. The fire died down after about 40 minutes, though that gave me the perfect smoldering base to throw on a few logs and keep the fire going. Additional Wood Packs are sold at Amazon and Tiki's site, where you can subscribe to refills for a discount. A removable pan at the bottom of the Tiki 25-Inch Smokeless Patio Fire Pit was a small inclusion, but it made for the easiest clean-out of any fire pit I tested. Once your fire has completely died out — seriously, wait until the next day to ensure you're not working with embers or hot ash — push any loose ash through the holes in the bottom of the pit and into the tray. Pull it out, dump it in the trash, then replace. Other fire pits I tested involved more cumbersome processes, like taking the entire unit apart or purchasing an additional scooper. Prev Next The Tiki 25-Inch Smokeless Patio Fire Pit also includes a cover. Considering this 43-pound pit isn't something I'd want to lug around even for storage in a garage or shed, I appreciate being able to protect it from the elements at no additional cost. To get the conveniences of the ashtray and cover in an attractive, versatile fire pit that's typically discounted to under $300 is a major win. Throw in a 30-day return period and a two-year warranty, and I love the value for anyone who sees themselves sitting around the fire dozens of times every summer. I'll bring the s'mores supplies! I burned multiple fires in four different fire pits, assessing each one according to the following criteria. Design Setup and installation: Most of the fire pits didn't require a lot of steps beyond a simple unboxing, though I noted any action required before lighting an initial fire. Size and weight: In moving each fire pit to a suitable spot for lighting, I accounted for its dimensions and how those figures affected portability and positioning. Aesthetics: It's all about the vibes. A fire pit is often the centerpiece of a backyard, so I gave my opinion on its looks. I admit, though, that not everyone has the same visual taste. Burning Lighting: There are few things more frustrating than a fire that just won't start. I timed my efforts in starting fires in each pit, evaluating any features that aided, altered or hindered each attempt. Flame height: In burning fires with six seasoned wood logs assembled in a log-cabin formation, I measured the height of the flame above the rim of the pit. Heat radius: The construction of a fire pit can affect just how big a fire you can build and how far the heat of that flame will be felt. I assessed how far away from the fire pit heat radiated, which is important to know when determining if a fire pit is right for your space or not. Smoke: All the fire pits I tested claimed to be smokeless, but that doesn't mean there's never any smoke. I noted how smoky the fires were during different stages and how efficiently they burned fuel. Cleanup: There is always some cleanup after a fire, but I valued fire pits that simplified the process. Value Features and add-ons: What comes in the box? Are there add-ons available, and if so, how much do they cost? While much of my evaluation hinged on the base fire pit, I analyzed each model's capabilities beyond the basics. Price: Any time you're spending hundreds of dollars on something, you want to get your money's worth. I held up my evaluations against the cost of each fire pit to see if it was worth it. Warranty: I noted the length and coverage of each fire pit's warranty. Size and portability Where you're going to use your fire pit should guide your purchase. If you're planning on planting it on your backyard patio and never moving it, something as portable as the BioLite FirePit+ probably doesn't make sense. If it's going to live in the back of your truck and come along on every camping trip, a massive unit like the 62-pound Breeo X Series 24 is ruled out. Fuel source When I imagine a fire pit, I see a neat stack of logs burning inside. But the truth is, there are options for how you fuel a fire. Each fire pit I tested is compatible with traditional wood logs, but only some of them have wider capabilities. If you want added convenience, burning wood pellets is easier than starting a fire with logs. In the Tiki fire pit, all it took was a few clicks of a lighter to have a roaring pellet fire in a few minutes. Pellets are also a bit easier to purchase — you can buy some bags online in a few clicks — but they'll cost you more in the long run than a supply of logs. Cooking Though it was not the primary focus of my testing in this exercise, cooking over a live fire is something to consider if you're in the market for a fire pit. It takes practice, but with the right tools (and a lot of patience), cooking over a fire can lead to smoky, delicious results for all sorts of foods. You'll want to evaluate the surface area atop your fire pit, as the more you plan to cook, the more space you'll want. All the brands I tested sell additional products that get the most out of their respective pits' cooking capabilities. Tiki's griddle pops right on top of the Patio Fire Pit. Breeo sells a plethora of grilling add-ons; really, it's the focus of the entire brand. Cuisinart has a grill-griddle combo, and BioLite's compatibility with charcoal means you already have a grill built in. Breeo X Series 24 Smokeless Fire Pit Durability is not in doubt with this fire pit that can form the foundation of a heavy-duty live-fire cooking setup. The Breeo X Series 24 is a beast of a fire pit. Weighting in at 62 pounds and measuring nearly 28 inches across, it's a bigger, burlier setup to get serious backyard fires going. The 'X' naming convention is for the ventilation system in the shape of that letter on the bottom of the drum. It's an ideal base for a tic-tac-toe-style log formation to get your fire started, and paired with a double wall for heat retention and added combustion, it leads to a healthy burn that cuts down on smoke more effectively than every other pit I tested. High heat in a huge container creates perfect conditions for live-fire cooking, and that is where Breeo butters its bread. You'll probably want to start with the Outpost Grill to cook over the flames, but that's just the beginning. Pop the pizza oven on top or spin kabobs with the just-released rotisserie. (I plan on testing these cooking functions in a future update to this guide.) The sheer mass of the Breeo X 24 means it's best suited as a permanent presence and not known for its portability. But I wouldn't want to move it anyway. This is the kind of monster that can be the pillar of your summer, powering cookouts and illuminating long nights of stories around the fire. Use it often enough and the corten steel exterior (it also comes in stainless steel) will start to show proof of all the good times (don't confuse that weathered appearance for wear and tear; it's all by design). Ultimately, the price is what makes the X 24 an outlier. Though it's backed by a lifetime warranty, it's twice as expensive as our top pick, and it opens a gateway to even more spending on accessories. If money were no object, those possibilities would likely make Breeo my top choice. If you're similarly wary of a $600 commitment, the X 24 does have a smaller sibling, the X Series 19. At $400, it knocks off a third of the price while retaining all the same impressive qualities in a slightly more compact frame. Cuisinart 24-Inch Cleanburn Fire Pit It's shaped like a giant torch, and my oh my, it sure burns like one. There were a few flaws in the Cuisinart 24-Inch Cleanburn Fire Pit that dropped it below the Tiki in my evaluations. First, its top rim acts as a wind guard to protect the fire, but the looseness of that guard was frustrating and borderline concerning when I needed to tend to the fire or add another log; I always felt I was close to knocking it off. The Cleanburn also needs to be completely disassembled to dispose of the ash it creates. Users have to twist the main drum off the base, then pick up the base to toss the ashes. It's not hard, but it's much more tedious than Tiki's pull-out drawer or Breeo's scoopable basin. If these are qualms you can look past, the Cleanburn is priced right and burns a mean fire. Its torch-shaped drum promotes an intense fire that whips above the rim and creates a wide heat radius. My initial fire created a lot of smoke, but that was likely because of a coating on the metal that burned off. Subsequent fires burned cleaner, with less smoke and a more pleasant smell. BioLite FirePit+ Smokeless Fire Pit and Grill The FirePit+ is not like the others I tested. I still really liked it for what it is: a portable pit that creates its own conditions for the perfect smokeless fire. If you're trying to buy a fire pit to throw in your backyard forever, you're probably not looking for the BioLite FirePit+. But if you know you want your pit to tag along to the beach or a campsite or friend's house, BioLite is onto something here. Portability is the calling card of the FirePit+, which, when folded up, is about the size of a bundle of firewood. That's much more transportable than the heavy metal drums I tested. Instead of designing a pit for maximum airflow, the FirePit+ breathes the air itself. A battery-powered fan (which is also a portable charger for your devices) attaches to one end of the pit to send air underneath and along the sides of your fire. It really works. My fires in the FirePit+ burned steadily and without smoke. Because the sides of the structure are metal mesh, improved visibility minimizes the overall flame size, and naturally, a smaller fire meant it didn't radiate as much heat. A common complaint with BioLite's rig is that the fan's noise is a total vibe killer. I disagree. Most of the time, I kept the fan on the lowest or second-lowest setting of four speeds. It didn't bother me or my family as we chatted about life and listened to our beloved Phillies on the radio. How do smokeless fire pits work? How do smokeless fire pits work? Smokeless fire pits work by circulating lots of air. The design of nearly every fire pit I tested places holes below where the fuel source burns, allowing more air to enter the pit. Then, tall metal walls — sometimes two layers — trap heat and air for extra combustion. It all creates an environment that fully burns the fuel, limiting the amount that escapes as soot and smoke. Can I cook over a smokeless fire pit? Can I cook over a smokeless fire pit? Absolutely. Smokeless fire pits can be especially effective for cooking because they trap so much heat. The makers of my favorite fire pits from testing sell a ton of cooking accessories to make the most of your super-hot kitchen, including Breeo's Outpost Grill and BioLite's accessory set that features a grill lid, a griddle and grilling tools. Are smokeless fire pits safe? Are smokeless fire pits safe? Yes. Smokeless fire pits are safe as long as you follow the guidelines provided by the manufacturer. They're made to handle extreme heat. That said, most fire pits aren't recommended to be used on flammable surfaces, such as dry grass and wooden decks, though many brands sell barriers and platforms that allow it. As always, wear proper protection like work gloves when managing your fire, and always keep an eye on children in the vicinity. CNN Underscored has a team of skilled writers and editors with many years of experience testing, researching and recommending products, and they ensure each article is carefully edited and products are properly vetted. We talk to top experts when applicable to make certain we are testing each product accurately, recommending only the best products and considering the pros and cons of each item. For this article, associate testing writer Joe Bloss burned multiple fires in each pit included in this guide, carefully analyzing their performance and durability along the way. Bloss has been building fires for as long as he can remember, dating back to his days camping during childhood. He's an experienced product tester for CNN Underscored, penning a guide to the best car vacuums and the Ninja FlexFlame outdoor grill.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Everyone wants the internet's favorite dog Tiki to be a 'foster fail' — here's why it's not happening.
There's a new main character on the internet — and he's a dog. His name is Tiki, and his journey from scared to thriving pup is inspiring thousands. Earlier this year, a fluffy, small dog named Tiki was brought into the New York City ASPCA's care with three other dogs from the same undisclosed situation. But the ASPCA knew that Tiki wouldn't do well in the shelter — he was shut down and wouldn't let anyone touch him. That's when the ASPCA contacted Muddy Paws rescue, which helps place shelter dogs in foster homes in both New York and Kentucky. Muddy Paws then reached out to Isabel Klee, a Brooklyn-based writer who runs the SimonSits social media accounts and has fostered more than 20 dogs. 'I wasn't planning on taking in a foster dog this soon, but Tiki just stole my heart,' Klee told Yahoo News about the dog, whose hair around his eyes was shaved following double-cherry eye surgery, revealing an adorable raccoon-like mask. 'We didn't know if he was able to get better, so it was kind of up in the air of what the story would be — we all took a risk on it.' When Tiki was initially placed under Klee's care, he would not even lift his head in his carrier, or leave it to relieve himself. Treats went uneaten, and attempts to coax him out of his cage failed. But slowly over time something happened. Thanks to Klee's slow, careful nurturing, Tiki slowly came out of his shell. 'We started him in his crate, and then we put a little gate around the crate, and we just kind of have been slowly expanding his world one day at a time,' Klee said. That patience worked. Bit by bit, Tiki blossomed — and the internet watched as he took his first bite of cheese from Klee's hand, left his crate to explore the apartment and even played with his foster brother Simon. Now millions are following Tiki's journey, with Klee's videos regularly receiving more than a million likes. 'At this point I'd watch a 24/7 live feed of Tiki's every move,' one TikTok user wrote. 'All I'm saying is whoever is lucky enough to get Tiki better be good to him bc he is TikTok's favorite pup!' another gushed. 'Tiki we are manifesting the best family for you so your mama Isabel can continue this amazing work with other puppies,' a third said. Others praised Klee's patience with Tiki. 'You undid a lifetime of fear and trauma for him in ~3 weeks,' one person commented. 'We don't deserve dogs but you definitely do.' Stars like Kylie Kelce are also reacting to the pup's glow-up: 'Please tell Tiki we are so proud of him!!' the podcaster wrote in the comments section of one of Klee's Tiki TikToks. Rosie O'Donnell shared, 'so exciting to watch the progress- thank u amd tiki.' Meanwhile, the podcast Chicks in the Office, hosted by Francesca Mariano and Maria Ciuffo, gushed about their love of Tiki. For followers of Tiki, things just keep getting better. On May 21, Klee posted an update: Tiki played with his very first toy, a stuffed sunny-side-up egg. 'He was so shut down and depressed when we got him that I could have never predicted he would have such a silly personality,' Klee said. 'He is such a great representation of what dogs can be like when they are fully decompressed and when they're given a space to be themselves.' While so many people want Klee to adopt Tiki, Klee has a very good reason she's not becoming a 'foster fail' and keeping him — noting that there are more than 6 million animals entering the shelter system each year, with more than 600,000 euthanized last year alone due to having no place to go. 'There are millions of Tikis around the world — millions of Tikis who need me and need us,' Klee said, noting that since she started posting about her fostering experience she has received 'hundreds of messages' from people saying they were inspired to foster. 'The other argument is, how will he ever learn to trust again? And my answer is, I've seen it happen again and again with every single one of my fosters,' Klee said. 'Each and every one of them is so incredibly happy in their homes.' Mallory Kerley, the marketing director of Muddy Paws, spoke to Yahoo News about how fosters like Klee are a vital part of ensuring that adoptable dogs remain out of shelters and find their way to forever homes. 'Fostering is an incredible thing that people can do to help local dogs in their communities who are in shelters,' she said. 'We hear a lot of feedback from people who say, 'I could never do it. I would keep them all,' or 'It would be too hard.' But what we really want people to understand is that you can. Keeping a foster is not the end of the world, but we have fosters in our community who have fostered more than 100 dogs. Maybe they keep one or two, but the vast majority of our fosters do get their dogs adopted.' Kerley explained that pulling a dog from a shelter — which can be a stressful place for dogs, even as the shelters are 'doing their best with limited resources' — and getting them into a foster home can be extremely helpful in getting a dog adopted. That's because when a dog is in a foster home, they are able to navigate 'realistic situations that they'll encounter when they're an owned dog,' such as going out for walks, seeing dogs on the street or interacting with children. It's also a way to assess a dog's preferences, and for rescues like Muddy Paws to 'really get to understand the dogs in our care and be able to match them with a family based on what that family is looking for and what that dog needs.' Klee told Yahoo that being a great foster parent to a dog is all about meeting the pup where they're at. 'I think a lot of people adopt a dog or foster a dog, and they want to see change overnight,' Klee said, noting that there can be hurdles to overcome, like accidents in the house or excessive barking. 'But remembering how overwhelming it is and how scary it is for them is the most important thing. That has really allowed Tiki to blossom — he knows that I'm never gonna push him past his comfort zone.' Tiki is set to be up for adoption in just a few weeks — and, naturally, the internet-famous dog is receiving plenty of interest. Klee is not a part of that process, something she thinks would be 'so much pressure.' 'I'm sad,' she said, 'but it's really such a wonderful thing.'
Scottish Sun
21-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Scottish Sun
Asda is selling a fun garden décor buy for £60 less than Debenhams – it's perfect for sunny days
All recommendations within this article are informed by expert editorial opinion. If you click on a link in this story we may earn affiliate revenue. Sun lovers are lapping up the item which gives gardens a 'holiday feeling' BARGAIN DEAL Asda is selling a fun garden décor buy for £60 less than Debenhams – it's perfect for sunny days HOLIDAY-enthusiasts are sprucing up their homes with a tropical-themed garden accessory. Summer-loving customers can't get enough of a chic addition to their outer areas - for a slice of the price. Advertisement 2 Sun lovers have been amazed at Asda's £35 Tiki parasol Credit: Asda 2 The Debenhams version is going for a whopping £94.95 Credit: Debenhams Asda is offering a Hawaiian style Tiki Beach parasol courtesy of George Home for just £35. While Debenhams' Hula Thatched Patio Tiki Umbrella has been reduced from its original £244.95, it still comes in at £94.95. The stylish Asda sun shade boasts a raffia effect top and simple push up and down function to make it extra to use. Adjustable and elegant, it also comes with a carry bag if you want to take it elsewhere. Advertisement Fans commented: "I bought this and I absolutely love it. It looks fantastic. Well worth the money." "I absolutely love this parasol. I was looking for one but didn't want to spend a fortune for it to then break. This is quirky and a very good price. I think I need to buy another one as I love it so much," praised a second happy customer. "Great addition to the garden. Compliments my restful area and gives it that holiday feeling when looking out from the hot tub," penned another user. "Loved this tiki parasol. Bought it for my garden. Reminds me of being on holiday at the beach. Very good quality," commended a fourth fan. Advertisement "Feels like I'm in Hawaii!!!!" approved another. Elsewhere, customers have been double impressed by the superstore's garden furniture. 'I only went in for cheese!' shopper admits as she's wowed by new Asda arrivals, including the 'perfect holiday co-ord' Shoppers have praised Asda's chic summer sets, one of which is on sale for less than £140. Other happy customers have shared their delight on the George website. Advertisement The set, made from corrosion-resistant galvanised steel and weather resistant textoline seating material, comprises a sofa, two arm chairs and a glass-topped coffee table - perfect for sun or cloud bathing.
The Irish Sun
21-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- The Irish Sun
Asda is selling a fun garden décor buy for £60 less than Debenhams – it's perfect for sunny days
HOLIDAY-enthusiasts are sprucing up their homes with a tropical-themed garden accessory. Summer-loving customers can't get enough of a chic addition to their outer areas - for a slice of the price. 2 Sun lovers have been amazed at Asda's £35 Tiki parasol Credit: Asda 2 The Debenhams version is going for a whopping £94.95 Credit: Debenhams Asda is offering a Hawaiian style Tiki Beach parasol courtesy of George Home for just £35. While Debenhams' Hula Thatched Patio Tiki Umbrella has been reduced from its original £244.95, it still comes in at £94.95. The stylish Asda sun shade boasts a raffia effect top and simple push up and down function to make it extra to use. Adjustable and elegant, it also comes with a carry bag if you want to take it elsewhere. Read more Fans commented: "I bought this and I absolutely love it. It looks fantastic. Well worth the money." "I absolutely love this parasol. I was looking for one but didn't want to spend a fortune for it to then break. This is quirky and a very good price. I think I need to buy another one as I love it so much," praised a second happy customer. "Great addition to the garden. Compliments my restful area and gives it that holiday feeling when looking out from the hot tub," penned another user. "Loved this tiki parasol. Bought it for my garden. Reminds me of being on holiday at the beach. Very good quality," commended a fourth fan. Most read in Fabulous "Feels like I'm in Hawaii!!!!" approved another. Elsewhere, customers have been double impressed by the superstore's garden furniture. 'I only went in for cheese!' shopper admits as she's wowed by new Asda arrivals, including the 'perfect holiday co-ord' Shoppers have praised Asda's chic summer sets, one of which is on sale for less than £140. Other happy customers have shared their delight on the . The set, made from corrosion-resistant galvanised steel and weather resistant textoline seating material, comprises a sofa, two arm chairs and a glass-topped coffee table - perfect for sun or cloud bathing. 8 must-have plants to brighten up your garden Nick Hamilton owner of Tricyrtis A spectacular plant that gives a real exotic feel to any garden with its orchid-like, spotted flowers giving the impression that this plant should be tender but it is 'as tough as old boots!'. Penstemon I love this plants genus of because most will flower all summer and autumn. They'll grow in sun or semi-shade in a well drained soil and produce a non-stop display of tubular flowers in an array of colours and colour combination to suit all tastes. Luzula sylvatica 'Marginata' With the evergreen leaves edged with yellow it's great asset is that it will grow in sun or shade in any type of soil and is great as groundcover in the hardest spot to fill - dry shade. Eryngium x zabelii 'Big Blue' A stunning, nectar-rich plant that will feed the beneficial insects in your garden. Leave the flowerheads once they have turned brown because they look stunning with winter frost and snow, extending the plant's interest period. Sarcococca hookeriana 'Winter Gem' If you need winter scent then look no further than this compact, evergreen shrub. The scent is stunning and the evergreen leaves create an excellent backdrop for the summer flowers. Cornus sanguinea 'Anny's Winter Orange' A dwarf version of 'Midwinter Fire' the very colourful stems create a stunning winter display, particularly on sunny days. Rosa 'Noisette Carnee' A very well-behaved climbing rose that is perfect for training over an arch, pergola or gazebo. The small, 'noisette' flowers are blush-pink and produce the most amazing clove scent constantly from June to November. Sanguisorba hakusanensis 'Lilac Squirrel' I've never seen a squirrel with a drooping, shaggy lilac tail, but this variety will give your garden an unusual and different look throughout summer. It does need a moisture retentive soil but will grow in sun or semi-shade.
