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Daily Mail
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- Lifestyle
- Daily Mail
Top 10 food and drink brands you'll want on your radar - for a summer packed with flavour and fun
With summer in full swing, there's no better time to savour the season's finest flavours. From refreshing drinks to irresistible bites, Checklist has rounded up 10 standout food and drink brands that are guaranteed to add something special to your table. Whether you're hosting friends, enjoying a quiet moment, or simply on the hunt for your next favourite treat, these delicious picks are here to inspire. Get ready for bold tastes and clever twists. Smoothies for wherever the summer takes you Introducing greenora: your summer smoothie hero! These handy little sticks are packed with 100% natural freeze-dried fruit and veg, with no added sugar, no preservatives, and absolutely no fuss. Just pour the contents into water or milk, shake, and sip. That's it. No peeling, slicing, or blending - just pure, delicious nutrition on the go. Thanks to the magic of freeze-drying, greenora preserves all the goodness of fresh produce; think vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, without compromising on taste. With no need for refrigeration and a long shelf life, these lightweight sticks are perfect for backpacks, gym bags, or your office drawer. Whether you're hiking up a hill, racing between meetings, or just chilling in the garden, greenora makes it easy to stay healthy, refreshed, and energised. It's real fruit, just simpler and smarter. The info: Click here to shop now. For a summer of unforgettable sips, look no further than Altos Tequila – the number one choice for crafting the ultimate Margarita or Paloma*. Born from the passion of award-winning bartenders Henry Bessant and Dre Masso, and brought to life with the expertise of maestro tequilero Jesús Hernandez, Altos is made using 100 per cent blue agave grown in the mineral-rich volcanic soil of Los Altos, Jalisco, Mexico. Unlike celebrity-backed tequilas, Altos is all about authenticity, bartender-approved quality, and flavour. Smooth, award-winning and the bestselling premium tequila in UK grocery, Altos is a must-have for sunny gatherings and garden cocktails. For a refreshing Tommy's Margarita, shake up 50ml Altos Plata, 25ml fresh lime juice and 15ml agave syrup before rimming the glass with salt and garnish with a lime wheel for extra flair. Short on time? Try their bar quality lime or strawberry ready-to-serve Margaritas. Just pour over ice and enjoy – delicious! The info: Click here to buy now. Always drink responsibly. *Drinks international reports best tequila for palomas 2024. A best tequila for margaritas 2019, 2020, 2021 & 2023. Brighten your day, one meal at a time Want to spend less time meal planning and more time enjoying the sunshine? HelloFresh is here to turn up the flavour and take the stress out of summer cooking. With over 100 mouthwatering recipes to choose from every month, including Quick & Easy dishes ready in just 15 minutes, Veggie delights, Family Favourites and crowd-pleasing plates - there's something for every taste and every occasion. Each box is packed with fresh, pre-measured ingredients and easy-to-follow recipe cards, delivered straight to your door, so you can whip up vibrant, delicious meals without the faff. Whether you're hosting a garden party or just need a fuss-free midweek dinner, HelloFresh has your summer menu sorted. Ready to serve up some sunshine? Order today to get up to 50 per off and, as a sweet bonus, enjoy free dessert for life! The info: Click here to claim 50% off your first box and free dessert for life!* *Terms and conditions apply. Orchard-fresh fizz with a flavourful twist For over 135 years, Franklin & Sons has been delighting taste buds with expertly crafted tonics, sodas, and soft drinks... and their Orchard Apple & Pear is a sparkling showcase of their flavourful legacy. Bursting with juicy apples, sweet pears, English sugar beet, and just the right amount of fizz, this beautifully balanced drink is refreshingly grown-up and utterly delicious. It's perfect for any moment worth savouring, whether you're soaking up sunshine in the park, elevating your BBQ game, or simply indulging in a refined adult soft drink. Fancy taking things up a notch? Try pairing it with pan-seared sea bass, finished with a glaze made from the drink itself. The crisp fish and sweet, tangy glaze are a match made in foodie heaven, with the orchard-fresh fizz of Franklin & Sons bringing it all together. One sip, and you'll see why they've been pioneers of flavour since 1886. The info: Click here to shop now. Frive is changing the game when it comes to healthy convenience. As one of the UK's highest-rated meal prep service with over 7,000 five-star reviews, Frive is all about delivering fresh, fully-prepared meals straight to your door - no cooking, no mess, just great food. Unlike traditional supermarket ready meals, Frive uses 100 per cent natural ingredients, with no artificial preservatives or ultra-processed nasties in sight. Every dish is chef-crafted and nutritionist-approved, with perfectly portioned mains clocking in at 450–650 calories, all high in protein and macro-balanced to keep you fuelled and satisfied. With 40+ mouthwatering meals to choose from each week - think Satay Chicken, Spaghetti & Meatballs, or a fragrant Lemongrass & Coconut Sea Bass Curry - Frive is ideal for busy professionals who want to eat well without the hassle. Just heat and eat in minutes and enjoy the taste of home-cooked goodness, without lifting a finger. The info: Click here to claim 50% off week one and 25% off the next two weeks.* *Available to new customers only. Terms and conditions apply. What makes the UK's favourite kefir* a daily must have Looking for a delicious, natural way to beat the bloat and feel your best from the inside out? Biotiful Kefir might just be your gut's new best friend. This naturally fermented super-drink is packed with billions of live cultures, helping to support digestion, restore balance, and ease uncomfortable bloating - all while tasting seriously good. Whether you're dealing with dietary shifts or daily stress, kefir can offer real relief - no wonder it's been dropping into shopping baskets across the UK. Loved for being low in lactose and high in natural protein, calcium, and vitamin B12, it's a daily must-try for anyone wanting to look and feel their best. And here's a fun fact: every 16 seconds, someone in the UK starts their gut health journey with Biotiful! Available in tasty drinks and creamy yoghurts, and stocked in all major supermarkets, Biotiful Kefir isn't a substitute - it's a smart, delicious addition to your everyday routine. The info: Click here to begin your gut health journey. *Source for UK's Favourite :Circana Total Market Latest 52 wks 8th June, 2025 Value Sales. A marshmallow for responsible indulgence Few treats balance nostalgia and innovation quite like Free From Fellows marshmallows. These multi-award-winning confections have redefined what it means to indulge responsibly, offering a soft, creamy texture and rich flavour that appeals to vegans and non-vegans alike. Free from the top 14 allergens, artificial flavours, colours, and GMOs, they represent a new gold standard in inclusive snacking, without compromising on taste or texture. Available in classic vanilla and sweet strawberry, they're a summer staple during barbecue season, while the mini mallows make an elegant finishing touch to hot chocolates and home baking. Beloved by Holland & Barrett shoppers nationwide, these mallows are more than just a free-from option—they're a genuinely delightful treat in their own right. Priced between £1.99 and £2.25 for a 105g bag, Free From Fellows have earned their place as a go-to indulgence for the conscious consumer. The info: Click here to shop now. Welcome to a new era in collagen innovation. Nourished is shaking up the wellness world with its pioneering Collagen+ range - the UK's first-ever 3D-printed collagen gummies. These clever, sugar-free stacks aren't just a treat for your taste buds; they're packed with seven science-backed ingredients, including a patented Ovoderm® collagen complex, to help support skin radiance, joint flexibility and gut health – delivering beauty from within. Designed to slot seamlessly into busy modern routines, the range includes targeted blends like Hair, Skin & Nails, Agility (perfect for active movers), and Gut (formulated to help nourish the skin-gut connection). Made right here in the UK, these vegetarian-friendly stacks are now available online at and Combining convenience, performance and personalised nutrition, Nourished is setting a new standard in beauty supplements – one perfectly stacked gummy at a time. The info: Click here to shop and experience the new era of beauty. The ultimate centrepiece for alfresco feasting When it comes to unforgettable gatherings, WeGrillTable fires up more than just dinner - it sparks connection. This stunning, Nordic oak-crafted table is as beautiful as it is practical, cleverly concealing a smokeless charcoal grill at its core. Say goodbye to smoke-filled air and hello to perfectly seared bites shared with friends and family. Designed to be the heart of every outdoor get-together, it transforms effortlessly from grill to elegant table, keeping the good times rolling long after the plates are cleared. With the grill serving as a built-in patio heater for each seat, guests stay toasty under the stars while laughter and conversation flow late into the evening. Whether you're sizzling steak, skewering veggies or toasting marshmallows, WeGrillTable makes every moment social, cosy, and joyfully delicious. This isn't just outdoor dining; it's a live-fire experience that brings people together, one perfectly grilled bite at a time. The info: Click here to shop now. The cheese range that's big on protein Looking to further increase your protein intake? Say hey to delicious eating with Lindahls' high-protein cheese range - created for those who want their food to work with their lifestyle. Perfect for health-conscious, active urbanites aged 45 and over, this protein-packed collection offers simple yet satisfying ways to fuel the body. Whether you're on a post-workout wind-down or focusing on wellness goals like weight maintenance or muscle recovery, Lindahls Protein has you covered. The line-up features feel-good favourites like Cottage Cheese (£1.50), Gouda Slices (£2.00), Greek Cheese (£2.25), and Quark (£2.50) - all low in fat and high in flavour. Available now in Waitrose, Morrisons, and Ocado, it's a simple, tasty step towards your healthiest self. And just when you thought summer couldn't get better, August sees the exciting launch of Lindahls Protein Milk Drinks (£1.85) and Lindahls Protein Milk Drinks with Collagen (£3.25). Perfect for a nourishing boost at breakfast or on the go, they'll be available in convenience stores nationwide. The info: Click here to find out more. If you've enjoyed reading this article and are interested in more inspiration on everything from education and culture to business and family life, why not follow Checklist on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, or sign up for the newsletter? Checklist is dedicated to providing the best free online competitions too - discover amazing new services and products when you visit the website today.
Yahoo
16-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Amex Just Changed Airport Dining Forever With Its New Celebrity Chef Menu
American Express is redefining the airport lounge experience with its newest program, The Culinary Collective by The Centurion Lounge. Launching on July 29, this initiative teams up with four James Beard Award–winning chefs and a top mixologist to elevate the food and drink offerings across all 15 Centurion Lounge locations in the Onwuachi, for one, is not just a notable Top Chef alum and 2019 Food & Wine's Best New Chef, but he also owns the acclaimed restaurants Tatiana in New York City and Dōgon in Washington, D.C. He's bringing Afro-Caribbean flair to the lounges with his Suya Short Ribs and Tamarind Ice Box Cake. Mashama Bailey, co-owner of The Grey in Savannah, adds soulful dishes like Paprika Chicken and a rich Espresso Crème Brûlée, while Michael Solomonov, known for Philadelphia's Israeli-American outpost Zahav, is offering a Pomegranate Glazed Salmon with Tabbouleh. And, rounding out the culinary team is Sarah Grueneberg of Chicago's Monteverde – also a Top Chef alum – who brings Italian sophistication with her Lemony Orzo with Artichokes and Dill. 'We know how much Card Members love the food and drinks at the Centurion Lounges and look forward to seeing what's new. With help from our Resy chef partners, we've brought together a group of some of the most exciting culinary minds in America to create incredible menus, available all in one place for the first time ever,' Audrey Hendley, President of American Express Travel, said in a statement. 'You'd be lucky to make it to each of their celebrated restaurants across the country, but now visitors to our Centurion Lounges will be able sample dishes created by these chefs.'The beverage experience is also getting a serious upgrade. Harrison Ginsberg, bar director at the award-winning Overstory in New York City, has crafted globally inspired cocktails like The Centurion – which is vodka, yuzu, lime, soda – in addition to a boozy-free option like his Green Tea Tonic, made with green tea, lemon, grapefruit, and a botanical travelers in a rush, Amex has something else in the works: Sidecar by The Centurion Lounge. Slated to debut in 2026 at the airport in Las Vegas, Sidecar will offer a faster, sleeker lounge experience tailored for those with tight layovers. "Many of our visitors spend less than an hour in our Lounges, and we've created Sidecar specifically for them," Hendley said. 'The first Centurion Lounge opened in Las Vegas in 2013, so it's fitting that we're launching this new lounge concept at LAS as we continue to innovate to meet our Card Members' needs.'So, whether you're just stopping by during a quick layover or settling in before a long-haul flight abroad, the Centurion Lounge experience is clearly evolving to bring even more luxury and ease to your time at the airport. Amex Just Changed Airport Dining Forever With Its New Celebrity Chef Menu first appeared on Men's Journal on Jul 15, 2025
Yahoo
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Matcha Fest in Ybor City Saturday to feature tasty talents of playful pop-up Ritual Grounds
Matcha Fest in Ybor City Saturday to feature tasty talents of playful pop-up Ritual Grounds. Daytime event at the Cuban Club will feature food, drink, artisans and more.
Yahoo
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
I took £20 to TRNSMT 2025 and got less than I hoped for
Thousands of revellers have embarked on Glasgow Green today as day one of TRNSMT 2025 has begun. Last year, we took £20 out into the festival to see what we could buy to eat and drink for the singular note - so this year we thought we'd try it again. We know most festival goers this weekend will come with a budget in mind for food and drinks, and unfortunately, as with most things in recent times, it's going to cost you more than you think. From noodles and Indian cuisine to Greek food, there were dozens of food trucks and bars to pick from again this year - here's what we managed to get. (Image: Newsquest) READ MORE: LIVE Saturday at Glasgow TRNSMT 2025 - lucky fans meet HUGE pop star Last year, my colleague Morgan managed to get a burger, chips, a pint and a bottle of water for £20 - so I had high hopes for my lunch. However, as I wandered around the food stall, I soon started to realise that the same budget wouldn't get me anywhere near the same amount. In 2024, Morgan got the Ultimate Smash Burger Meal, which cost £12. This year, though, the burger alone will cost you that. Realising my score note was scrimping, I decided I'd have to get thrifty, as Morgan's 2024 lunch would cost me almost £25 this year. After several laps of the main food courts, I settled on buying some salt and chilli chicken and the cheapest pint going - which you can find out where to get HERE. (Image: Newsquest) READ MORE: Recap of everything from Friday of TRNSMT 2025 - from 50 Cent to fashion advice The salt and chilli chicken with noodles and sauce cost me £11.70 and my pint of Carlsberg Pilsner set me back £6.75. I thought I might manage to grab a bottle of water to help stay hydrated during what is thought to be the warmest TRNSMT ever. But to my dismay, a bottle of H2O would cost me another £2.60 on top - which would've taken me over budget. Thankfully, there are free water points throughout the festival site. Spending £18.45 and walking away with change from my challenge wasn't something I expected; however, I did feel disappointed with the expensive food and drink options. I took £20 to Glasgow TRNSMT 2025 and this is what I got (Image: Newsquest) READ MORE: Lucky TRNSMT 2025 fans grab photos with huge pop star at Glasgow Green With a young crowd drawn to the festival each year, I really wonder how much spending money a 16-year-old has for a day out at TRNSMT and worry that they don't get to enjoy a festival in the way I did at their age. Perhaps it's a sign of the cost-of-living times, but should eating and drinking at a festival be at the price it could be considered a luxury? My food did the trick for lunch, and my pint was ice cold - but I was left red in the face at the fact that £20 really doesn't get you far this year.
Telegraph
08-07-2025
- Telegraph
More than quarter of women have been shown porn at work
More than a quarter of women have been shown pornography at work, according to Unite the Union. A poll of 300,000 women by the trade union found 28pc had been shown pornographic material by a manager, colleague or customer. One in four women have suffered work-related sexual assault, with 43pc saying they have been inappropriately touched at work. Very few incidents are reported, with respondents concerned they wouldn't be believed or that their job would be put at risk. Some of those who had told their bosses what had happened said they had been accused of lying, with some perpetrators even promoted. One anonymous respondent who worked in construction said she was sacked after reporting that she was sexually harassed by her manager for several months. She said: 'It devastated me and drove me away from working in the construction industry for many years.' Another respondent who works in the food and drinks sector said she reported 'disgusting behaviour and sexual comments from contractors, which I had put up with for over two years and nothing was ever done about it'. 'Damning' Unite, which surveyed women in 19 different sectors, said that construction, aviation, transport, food and drink, farming, trucking, warehousing and logistics all suffered from significant rates of harassment. Sharon Graham, Unite's chief, said: 'The results of our survey are damming and show women workers are being failed by bosses. Nobody should suffer sexual harassment in the workplace. 'Every worker deserves a safe working environment and should feel able to report harassment.' Since October, employers have been legally obliged to take measures to prevent sexual harassment from happening at work or and at work events. However, Unite's survey found that 34pc of women did not believe there was a zero-tolerance approach to this behaviour at work. Ahead of the new rules coming into force last year, many companies sent staff on sexual harassment training courses. One training presentation, seen by The Telegraph late last year, told staff that 'grabbing, groping, kissing, fondling or brushing against another's body' as well as 'sitting or gesturing sexually' were examples of unwanted sexual behaviour. 'Do not sexually harass a colleague,' the training document stated. It added that 'repeated requests for dates' and 'suggestive looks, staring or leering' were not acceptable. Parliament's Treasury committee last year raised concerns that women working in finance were afraid to speak out about abuses in the workplace because of perceptions that the City is still a 'man's world'.
