Showing posts with label New Year. Show all posts
Showing posts with label New Year. Show all posts

Wednesday 31 January 2024

Water Charity Releases Chinese New Year 2024 Greeting Cards

Hope Spring, a Herefordshire-based water poverty alleviation charity, has launched their Chinese New Year 2024 ecards on their website as part of their fundraising efforts. 

The organisation announced the launch in a blogpost on their website.

Hope Spring started its tradition of adding Chinese New Year to their charity ecard platform three years ago. 

Since then, every year, a new set of Chinese New Year ecards is designed in partnership with charity eCards UK and added to their offerings just before the start of the lunar new year.

The Chinese new year is based on the lunar calendar, and this year is on the 10th of February. As with the Chinese tradition of giving each new year the name of an animal, real or mythical, 2024 is the year of the dragon.

The Chinese New Year ecards from Hope Spring feature traditional and modern designs that are certain to appeal to people of all ages. They are perfect for sending heartfelt wishes to your loved ones and work colleagues while also making a positive impact in the lives of those in need.

"Chinese New Year is an important holiday for many people around the world. We saw this as an opportunity to reach out as well as highlight what a small donation made from sending one of our 'year of the dragon' eCards can achieve,” said Seun Olonade, the platform manager of Hope Spring eCards.

This initiative not only aims to celebrate the rich and vibrant culture of China during this festive season but also highlights the importance of safe and accessible water resources for all individuals, regardless of their background or location.

Hope Spring's supporters and new people who wish to support them can find out more information about the Chinese New Year ecards on their website, social media pages, or by reaching out to them via email.

hello@hopespring.org.uk

http://www.hopespring.org.uk

Friday 15 December 2023

PrePear to Party, Dodge the Hangover?

With the festive party season about to go into full swing, do you want to have a good time but dread the after-effects of drinking alcohol and the gloomy prospect of feeling below par the next day? 

With a little help from PrePear, a special drink made from Korean pear which is billed as the next best thing to a hangover cure, those with busy lifestyles can still enjoy the Christmas and New Year celebrations without the all too familiar morning-after-the-night before vibes.

Whilst PrePear does not advocate excessive drinking, the new British brand acknowledges that there are many of us who enjoy a few drinks on an occasion as part of a balanced lifestyle. 

So whilst mindful drinking might be in, for those who still enjoy a responsible approach to alcohol, waking up out of sorts is certainly out of the question! 

For centuries, Korean pear has been associated with preventing a hangover, thanks to the naturally occurring enzymes and bioactive compounds found in the juice which play a role in the speedy breakdown of alcohol and its toxic by-products.  

According to research, drinking PrePear ahead of your first alcoholic drink results in milder and sometimes even zero hangover symptoms. And PrePear is not just any old Korean pear juice, the brand uses a special extraction technique to enhance the effectiveness of all those superfood qualities.

PrePear for a health boost in 2024 …

While PrePear can play a role in dodging the hangover, this punchy pouch drink made from Korean pear is also a great choice for anyone looking to up the ante in pursuit of a healthier lifestyle in 2024. 

PrePear not only tastes delicious, it is naturally rich in antioxidants (which play a role in heart disease, cancer and other diseases), is a source of fibre and anti-inflammatory compounds (help lower the risk of certain chronic or long-lasting diseases including heart disease, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis and some cancers). And with no added sugar and at just 49 calories per convenient 120ml pouch, it won't be detrimental to any efforts to adopt a more balanced diet either!

Nutritionist Raoul-Edward Rechnitz who runs the platform Picture of Health Nutrition says, “In a world looking for health hacks, perhaps it's useful to look to other cultures and their practices. Koreans have been drinking Korean Pear juice for generations to reduce the effects of alcohol and the resulting hangover. Naturally containing enzymes ALDH and ADH, which metabolise alcohol and the harmful chemicals alcohol is broken down into, PrePear can help ensure that if you are going to drink, the negative effects on your body should be reduced. 

Korean Pears are also high in fibre and antioxidants, and with no added chemicals at all, PrePear can seamlessly slot into your healthy lifestyle routine.” 

PrePear is available online at www.prepearjuice.com in packs of six (£18) 12 (£32) and 24 (£56.50). For those living in London, PrePear is also available via the Quiver delivery service.

Christmas & New Year delivery dates:

UK DELIVERY

Wednesday 20th for tracked 24hr delivery for Christmas

Wednesday 27th for tracked 24hr delivery New Year's Eve

CENTRAL LONDON

Anytime for Christmas or New Year's Eve! 6am and midnight, 7 days a week, 364 days a year. But do note it's not available for delivery on Christmas Day.

Saturday 25 November 2023

Experience the changing seasons and celebrate the festive season at Auberge du Lac

With festive menus, and events that embrace the natural beauty of The Brocket Hall estate, it's a magical time to visit Auberge du Lac.  

The restaurant, housed within a former hunting lodge on the grounds of the picturesque estate proudly re-opened earlier this year under the guidance of new Head Chef, John Barber. Since then, this young, culinary talent has been delivering a more relaxed style of dining at the beautiful lakeside location.

Working closely with kitchen gardener, Lucy Hawkins, John is focusing on sustainability and seasonality to enhance his modern British style of cuisine.

In a little over a year, Lucy has transformed a one-acre site, employing the no-dig method, into a fertile garden which is supplying Auberge with fresh produce and supporting local biodiversity.

Dishes created by John make the best use of her seasonal crops which are growing within metres of the tables where they'll be served. Thus this is soil-to-plate dining at its best.  

John is also prioritising using the most local and sustainable suppliers across Hertfordshire and the surrounding areas, who can deliver the freshest and highest quality ingredients for his exquisite and flavoursome food.

Front of house, it is Scott Foster with a wealth of experience in luxury hospitality ensuring the ambience, drinks, and service match the incredibly high quality of John Barber's food. 

This winter the team is excitedly preparing to welcome guests for their first festive season, and have some wonderful events planned. From foraging to New Year's Eve feasts, see what's on at the new Auberge du Lac! 

Autumn Forage & Lunch with The Hitchin Forager 

On Thursday 30 November, join The Hitchin Forager, Jane Simmons, for a seasonal forage around the grounds of The Brocket Hall Estate followed by a three-course lunch at Auberge du Lac.

Along with their own kitchen gardener, Lucy Hawkins, wild food expert Jane will share her local knowledge helping you identify wild ingredients you can forage and cook at home.

After the guided forage, enjoy a glass of our finest Fili Extra Dry Prosecco and a beautiful lunch at Auberge du Lac prepared by John Barber, using some of the ingredients growing naturally on the estate. £85 pp 

Christmas Wreath Making Workshop with Lucy Hawkins 

On Thursday 7 December, create you can create your very own Christmas wreath over minced pies and mulled wine with the help of our kitchen gardener and trained florist, Lucy Hawkins. 

To create your beautifully natural door display, you'll be working with fresh mixed textures, varied evergreen foliage, berries, and cones all sourced directly from the estate grounds. There's no glitter or plastic here! 

After you have created your dream wreath, it's time to relax over lunch, John Barber's festive menu with a choice of dishes, accompanied by a glass of our finest Fili Extra Dry Prosecco. £120 pp

John Barber's Festive Menus 

Head chef, John Barber, has created two exquisite menus, Set Lunch and Tasting, which will be available alongside his a la carte offering between November 30 & December 29. 

Whether you are celebrating with friends, family or colleagues, dining at the atmospheric lakeside restaurant is guaranteed to get you into the Christmas spirit. £65 pp & £95 pp.

Auberge du Lac New Year's Eve at Brocket Hall 

This New Year's Eve, Auberge du Lac will be hosting guests in the Splendour of The Ballroom at Brocket Hall. 

John Barber has created a celebratory menu which includes Lobster Canapés,  Game, Halibut and Beef Wellington -  a truly special feast which will be paired with fine wines. 

The party will go on till late as we countdown to 2024 with a live pianist, DJ, and Laurent-Perrier champagne served as the clock strikes Midnight! £320 pp

Where is Auberge du Lac? It's at Brocket Hall, Welwyn, Hertfordshire, AL8 7XG.

You can call them on 01707 368700

www.aubergedulac.co.uk

Opening Times

Open Thursday to Sunday for Lunch from noon to 2.30 pm and Dinner from 6 pm – 9 pm with a choice of menus; 7- 7-course tasting menu £85 + wine flight £45, A la carte, Set £39 and Specials. Open Sunday lunch for a 3-course Roast from noon to 3 pm £65

For up-to-date information on all events follow Auberge on Instagram and Facebook.

 At just 33 years old, John Barber has already had an incredible career. Following an intensive apprenticeship at The Mandarin Hotel Group in London and Thailand,  a stint in Paris with famed chef Charcutier Giles Verot, John joined Bar Bouloud (part of the Mandarin in London) and within three years became Executive Sous Chef and Executive Head Chef. 

A period at the D&D Group followed, where John opened 14 Hills at 120 Fenchurch Street, London.  The opportunity to put Auberge back on the map as a foodie destination has seen John relocate to Hertfordshire with his young family to start an exciting new chapter. 

Tuesday 8 August 2023

Over the next few months That's Christmas will come out of hibernation

Yes, over the next few months That's Christmas will come out of hibernation and we will be bringing our readers all the latest news on Christmas gifting ideas, plus how to source items for delightful homemade Christmas gifts and trinkets.

That's Christmas will also be carrying news and features on Christmas season foods and drinks, plus Christmas-related foods and special seasonal drinks.

So please, watch this space!

And if you have news of a Christmas-related product or service that you would like to share with our readers, please email us at afj_uk@yahoo.com


Wednesday 4 January 2012

New Year's Resolution? Get it 50% cheaper! With Fruit For the Office!

Fruit For The Office LogoFruit For The Office are offering all new customers the chance to get 50% off their first fruit delivery until the end of January. All you need to do is sign up or call 0800 019 4037 and quote the code NEWYEAR when placing their first order.
With the New Year well under way, thousands of people across the UK are attempting to kick start a healthy eating plan for 2012. But as the nation heads back to work this week, trying to stay away from sugary, fatty snacks could get really difficult.

Fruit For The Office are on hand to help office workers to make a few small changes for 2012.

“It can be hard to start the New Year with a total overhaul of all bad habits. From past experience, we think it’s better to take your time, and make small changes that you’ll be able to maintain all year long" points out the firm's director Daniel Ox.

“That’s why we’re keeping our NEWYEAR discount code open for the whole month. Whenever office workers are ready to embark on a healthy eating plan in January, we’ll be here to help them on their way.” Continues Daniel.

Having a regular fruit delivery to the office can help you to achieve a number of popular New Year's resolutions this year:

BETTER HEALTH – A fruit filled diet will give the body more vitamins and nutrients, therefore improving over all health.

WEIGHT LOSS – Replacing unhealthy snacks with fruit will cut down on calories consumed which will aid healthy weight loss.

PROMOTION – A better diet will help to boost energy levels and motivation which is great for employers who want a more productive work force. It’s also brilliant for employees with their eye on a promotion for 2012!

With 50% off all first orders available, it is worth seeing what benefits more fruit could have for you and your office in the New Year.


(NOTE: To check on terms and conditions, please check with Fruit For the Office.)

Sunday 1 January 2012

Happy New Year to all our readers!

Yes, everyone at That's Christmas would like to wish all our readers a Happy New Year!

Saturday 24 December 2011

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from the team behind the That's Team of online magazines!

We hope that you are able to get and to give whatever Christmas cheer and gifts that you want, and that next year will be a prosperous and joyous one.

We are now closing down for the holidays, although if an urgent story breaks, we might cover it.

If you need to buy an urgent, emergency Christmas present, please remember that you can buy Amazon Gift Vouchers (to either email or print off for the recipient!) at the That's Books Amazon Shop at http://thatsbooks.blogspot.com and everyone loves shopping at Amazon, don't they? So give them the chance to have a good Christmas gift that will look like you planned it well in advance, even though it is, really, all a bit last minute and all courtesy of That's Christmas and That's Books and Amazon!

Friday 23 December 2011

Around the World in Eight New Year's Eves!

Not content with a single New Year’s countdown, Adventure Bar venues in Covent Garden will be hosting not one, not three, not even five…but EIGHT New Year’s Eves in one! And what’s more, they are guaranteeing that you will have a brilliant night – or your money back!

Adventure Bar won’t let the party stop for the whole evening, celebrating the turn of the year with eight different countries from around the world. After opening at 6.30pm, each hour from 8pm will be marked with its own countdown with Moscow, Athens, Paris, Rio De Janeiro and New York with the highlight being London at midnight GMT. Each hour will be celebrated with token New Year’s kisses, and the most party poppers you will have ever seen. Really. They'll have over 5,000.

And to celebrate each countdown at this truly international party, guests are encouraged to come dressed as their favourite hour, or their favourite country. Expect to see Magic Eight Balls dancing with the Statue of Liberty, French Maids doing shots with Rio Carnival dancers and Russian Oligarchs kissing Greek Goddesses.

Every hour, on the hour, they will be playing a special song to commemorate each country – so every guest will have their moment to shine. Think outside the box, as the best dressed party-goers will receive a bottle of champagne and an exclusive Adventure Bar Trophy to treasure forever.

But the fun doesn’t stop there. Adventure Bar will also be holding a raffle at 7.30pm in each of their venues where two lucky winners drawn at random and will receive £50 worth of drinks vouchers to really kick-start all of your eight New Year’s parties.

Adventure Bar promises the end to rubbish New Year’s Eve parties (we’ve all had them!) - guaranteeing you a great time by offering 100% of your money back on your ticket if you fail to have a fun New Year’s Eve. Guests can ask for their ticket money back any time, for up to 60 days after New Year’s Eve, for a full cash refund.

In true Adventure Bar fashion, they never want to end a good party – so we will be staying open until the last man standing. If you are still going, so will we! Our latest close so far has been 6am so pace yourself for a marathon New Year’s 2011.

1. Standard Ticket - Guaranteed entry before 9pm

· Entry only - £25 / £30 Covent Garden.

2. Premium Ticket - Guaranteed entry before 9pm, coat and bag check, a cocktail, a house shot and finger food

· For just £5 more, we throw in a cocktail, an infused vodka shot, coat and bag check and some finger food. Being on our mailing list, you get this for just £30 / £35 Covent Garden

3. Premium Table For 10 – Guaranteed entry for 10 people before 9pm, 10 coat and bag checks, 20 free cocktails, 10 house shots, finger food 7-8pm, and 2 free bottles of house Champagne

· To get your group a table, two cocktails each, a whole round of infused vodka shots, coat and bag checks and finger food for everyone, AND two bottles of house Champagne, select a table for just £550 / £650 Covent Garden! We will also be giving our tables confetti canons for the big London party so you can make the biggest mess of all, what better way to bring in the New Year?!

WWW.ADVENTUREBAR.CO.UK

The Jive Aces perform at Trading Boundaries New Year's Eve Party!

Celebrate New Year’s Eve in style and join Trading Boundaries for a ‘house’ style party in the wonderfully ambient setting of their candlelit restaurant, The Elephant Cafe.

Following a Champagne reception guests can enjoy unlimited wine and beer from a selection carefully chosen to compliment the generous Gala Hot Fork Buffet. Canapé style desserts will be followed by Gourmet Cheeseboards.

Performances from Europe's premier jive and swing band The Jive Aces and other special guests will have guests dancing the night away!

Champagne will be served at Midnight when party-goers will count in the New Year to the sound of Big Ben and enjoy live firework coverage from London and around the world, shown on Trading Boundaries 10ft screen - complete with surround sound.

There will be a cash bar for guests who would like to purchase spirits, port and additional champagne.

The Elephant Café at Trading Boundaries is fast becoming known as one of the hottest music venues in Sussex. Having undergone a fantastic refurbishment earlier this year, the Café boasts an intimate, relaxed environment, complimented by brilliant acoustics.

Doors open 8.00 pm carriages 1.45 am

Tickets £145 per person

DRESS CODE: Black Tie

BOX OFFICE 01825 790200

Thursday 22 December 2011

New Year Party News from Eventbrite

Partygoers can indulge in some glamour with the Ultimate James Bond party, go back to the roaring twenties with a Prohibition party or bring in the New Year Roman-style with a toga party, to name a few. If they’re looking for a family experience, Eventbrite has events like the King’s Arms party, aimed at all ages.

With a price to suit every budget, from a Cabaret night for only £5.95 to an all-inclusive extravaganza at Flute London for £110, revellers from London and across the UK can use Eventbrite to find the best way to see in 2012. And do have a look through yourself for parties that take your fancy.
 
Eventbrite has also recently launched its first ever attendee focused app, offering paperless ticketing and event information – just in time to organise New Year’s Eve parties.
 
·        is a free iOS application that gets attendees to their events, and through check-in, more easily than ever before
·        allows attendees to access upcoming event details, share info with friends, pull up the tickets they’ve ordered, view maps and directions to the event location and contact the event organiser with any last-minute questions with a single click
·        creates mobile tickets that can easily be scanned by Eventbrite’s Entry Manager mobile application (which is available on Android and iOS) for a quick check-in upon arrival
·        is a simple, intuitive application that helps frequent event-goers manage their tickets and their scheduling details, while staying paperless
·        collects and lists all events attendees have been to so they can review their buying history
 

Tuesday 20 December 2011

Stand Out From the Crowd this New Year's Eve, with M&S Online Exclusive Partywear

Marks & Spencer’s online exclusive range of party dresses and shoes means women everywhere can find that perfect New Year’s Eve outfit whilst avoiding the busy high street.

With just the click of a mouse women can view stylish dresses in a range of sizes, from petite to plus sizes like the Autograph Occasions Sleeveless Satin Prom Dress.

The newly-launched Autograph Italian Exclusive shoe range offers luxurious leather shoes handcrafted in Italy for £129. With built-in Insolia technology these statement party shoes also provide a more comfortable wear for all-night dancing.

More importantly, by opting for something unavailable in stores, women can reduce the risk of same-outfit embarrassment with other party-goers and snap up something exclusive!

FACTFILE:
• Items available now from www.marksandspencer.com
• Dress sizes vary from 6–22 and shoe sizes vary from 3–7
• Insolia® with Silver Technology keeps feet feeling fresh and makes fashionable high heels comfy by reducing forefoot pressure, improving body alignment and enhancing ankle stability

Saturday 17 December 2011

“This year I will ... get fit, learn a language, take up a hobby.” Sound familiar?

If you start each January 1st with a list of New Year’s Resolutions, then www.tasterlab.com is a must-visit website which could help you fulfil your wishes – without burning a hole in your pocket.

Featuring 100s of activities in and around London, www.tasterlab.com gives you the chance to try something new with completely free or heavily discounted trial sessions. You can even create your own ‘wish list’ on the site and be sent news about the experiences that you have chosen.

Main categories include: adventure sports, alternative therapy, art, crafts and textiles, dance, film, food and wine, health and fitness, languages, lifestyle, martial arts, music, photography, sports, theatre, and writing.

Free Tasters

There are a range of free taster sessions on the site, including:

• a great opportunity to start the year on a positive note with a free, 30-minute life coaching session;
• discover whether you could cut it on ‘Strictly’ with a free introduction to Tango; or
• bang out your frustrations with a free 30-minute drum session.

Discounted Tasters

As well as the free tasters, everything else on the site is discounted:

• unleash your inner Masterchef with three-hours coaching from a professional chef, in your own home, for £22.50, saving 50%;
• get ‘street’ with a £5.00 introduction to Parkour (street running), or a £5.00 Street Dance class – both half price; or
• improve your Franglais with 50% off an hour’s private French class for £17.50.

Unlike other discount sites, there is no minimum number of participants needed. You can buy vouchers for specific activities, or a general www.tasterlab.com gift card which can be used for any activity on the site.

For further information and to sign up for free visit:

http://www.tasterlab.com
http://www.facebook.com/tasterlab
http://twitter.com/tasterlab

Tuesday 8 November 2011

Avoid hangover Hell this Christmas and New Year with Advanced Nutrition Programme’s Party Pack

We all look forward to the party season, but over-indulgence can sometimes place extra demand on our nutrient levels.

Rich food, the dehydrating effects of alcohol and late nights can take their toll on your body.

Fortunately, there are many things you can do to help take care of yourself from the inside, so you can really enjoy the festivities, not least topping up your body’s nutrient stores with the new Advanced Nutrition Programme Party Pack.

Why not add a vitamin cocktail to your Christmas and New Year menu?  The Party Pack contains two months supply of Skin Vit C, Skin Vitality 1, Glutamine supplements which will help you survive the festive season.

Don’t let a cold get in the way of your fun, load up with Skin Vit C, packed with antioxidant vitamin C to support your immune system and help you keep going at this busy time.  Take one a day with a meal.

Bags of B vitamins mean bags of energy for partying hard.  Skin Vitality 1 is a broad spectrum multi- vitamin and mineral supplement that contains a great complex of B vitamins.  Take one a day with a meal.

If you find yourself flagging in the early hours, make sure you stock up on Glutamine throughout the festive period.  Alcohol reduces the body’s stores of this detoxifying amino acid.  Take ½ a teaspoon in water or sprinkled on food, 1-3 times a day.  Mix a full teaspoon in a glass of water before going to bed after a big night out.  

Lorraine Perretta, Advanced Nutrition Programme’s nutritional consultant has some other top tips for surviving the party season:
                                                                                                                                                                                          
  • Salt can cause the body to retain water, so minimizing intake for a few days can help you look and feel slimmer.
  • Drinking fresh smoothies not only makes a contribution to your ‘five-a-day’ of fruit and vegetables, but can boost your antioxidant levels which in turn can help support a healthy immune system to ward off colds and flu.
  • Eat a full meal before drinking to slow down the absorption of alcohol and help you resist unhealthy snacks.
  • Alcohol depletes your body’s nutrient levels; a multivitamin each day can help safeguard the diet.
  • Moderation is key, having one drink per hour gives your body time to process the alcoho
  • Eat a banana the morning after - they provide electrolytes which are lost due to alcohol’s diuretic effect. 
The Advanced Nutrition Programme Party Pack is priced £39.95. 

The Advanced Nutrition Programme is a complete professional nutritional system of healthy eating and appropriate supplementation that is specifically designed to support anti-ageing therapies in the salon, spa and clinic environment.  For more information or to find the nearest salon, spa or clinic offering ANP call 020 8830 8030 or email info@advancednutritionprogramme.com