Category: FOOD & DRINK

Tread softly gin: Tread Softly has launched two delicious gins featuring delicate botanicals

tread softly gin

Progressively eco-conscious brand Tread Softy has launched two new gins – Tread Softy Dry Gin and Tread Softly Pink Gin. Lighter in alcohol (37%) compared to most contemporary gin, this botanical range is loaded with juniper and finger limes, pink peppercorn, hibiscus, cinnamon, lemon myrtle and nutmeg.  Tread Softly Dry Gin: A traditional style of gin, infused with juniper, jasmine and native citrus characters, the palate is imbued with notes of angelica, pink rose and chamomile as well as hints of eucalypt and nutmeg.  Tread Softly Pink Gin: Featuring a delicate blush colour, Tread Softly Pink Gin is lusciously distilled with juniper and finger limes. Evocative, and aromatically charged on the nose, secondary notes provide a profusion of pink peppercorn and hibiscus, complemented by cinnamon, lemon myrtle and nutmeg.  The brand is committed to reducing its carbon footprint by planting an Australian native tree for every 6 bottles sold. Since 2019, they have planted over 500,00 trees in conjunction with Carbon Neutral.  “We recently achieved a celebratory milestones of planting 500,000 trees for Carbon Neutral. Now Tread Softly fans and gin lovers can help make a positive contribution to the environment by helping us work towards our goal of planting 1 million trees,” said Ross Marshall, general manager at Fourth Wave Wine.  Tread Softy Gin is available from liquor retailers nationally at RRP $59.99 each. 

A new range of delicate French Rosé that’s perfect for your next party or picnic

Everything's Coming up (French) Rose!

Are you looking to add a bit of ‘French Flair’ to your next get together? Or what about something a little special for mum for Mother’s Day?  Thanks to Dan Murphy’s there are now four new elegant, light French Rosé available to gift mum or help make your next celebration a hit. But what’s so special about French Rosé you ask? Well, French Rosé tends to be drier and more delicate. The best rosé wine in the world is considered to come from France, in particular the Provence region. While traditionally it was enjoyed during the summer months in France, the French have now taken to enjoy this elegant wine all year round and usually have it as an aperitif or with a meal.  “We are really excited to offer these stunning French Rose wines to Australian rosé lovers. They have been carefully sourced from some of the leading winemakers in France from the renowned rosé regions of Provence and Languedoc and many have won awards for their outstanding flavour,” said Anne Charlotte Ferrari, business manager at Dan Murphy’s Imported Wine.  Meet the range, now available in Dan Murphy’s. Mirval Cotes de Provence Rosé (RRP $34.99): This rosé is a complex, flavoursome blend of cinsault, Grenache, Syrah and Rolle, bursting with notes of raspberry, wild strawberries, citrus and melon. Recently place in Wine Spectator’s Top 100, this delicious rosé is considered to be one the best examples of rosé in the world. Surrounded by exclusive valley locations and exceptional terroir, this rose is the result… Read More

Newcastle Food Month is back this April

Newcastle Food Month:

Back with a program of events spanning the month of April and highlighting the culinary and creative talent of Newcastle’s burgeoning food scene, the second Newcastle Food Month is on! With a generous spread of events – think Opera over dinner in a brewery, dine in a gin distillery and degustation’s any way you like them – Spanish, Italian, Thai, Seafood or even matched with cocktails, there’s even a sustainable progressive lunch taking over a floor of hotel suites. And if that’s not quite up your alley enough, the signature event, Le Diner en Blanc also returns to Newcastle for its second year. The chic, French inspired pop-up picnic took Newcastle by storm in 2021 and will absolutely be a sell out with 1,250 guests expected do ascend on a secret location in the city on Saturday 2 April. For more head to the Newcastle Food Month website at newcastlefoodmonth.com.au

Have fun while doing good this Mardi Gras: top wines, beers, seltzers raising money for Pride Foundation Australia

Pride drinks wine

Raising money for the Pride Foundation Australia, you can now officially drink for a cause. Landing on the shelves of BWS and Dan Murphy’s stores next week with all profits going to Pride Foundation Australia – just in time for Pride season. Where will the money go, you ask? The Foundation will use the funds to support LGBTQIA+ specific programs to provide help for those dealing with substance abuse. The Loud & Proud range offers six different drinks to choose from – a rosé, pinot grigio, grenache, brut cuvée, pale ale beer and watermelon flavoured seltzer and is available in selected Dan Murphy’s and BWS stores. Dan Murphy’s is also a major sponsor of Midsumma Melbourne and Albany Pride, while BWS has rolled out its popular BWYASSS signage to another 7 stores (10 stores across the country in total now have it) to show support and celebrate the diversity of the LGTBQ+ community. For a full spread of the drinks available, head to the BWS or Dan Murphy’s websites

Sydney’s Night Noodle Markets are back!

Melbourne Night Noodle Markets Chinese dragon

In a brand new location and after having had a two year break, there’s great news for Sydney: the annual Night Noodle Markets are back with a vengeance. Depriving a city of noodley and Asian-inspired foodstuffs is – like so many other things – one of the side effects of the past year, but no more! From 22 – 27 March 2022 at Prince Alfred Park, right near Central Station, the Night Noodle Markets will being a spread of some of the city’s and country’s finest Asian food providores in an explosion of dragon-fuelled excitement and buzz made all the sweeter by the simple fact: it’s back. Each evening, the popular park will be transformed into a vibrant, open-air Asian street food festival, with live entertainment and hawker-style stalls and pop-ups serving up their most sumptuous dishes, drinks and bites. From steaming hot dumplings to melt-in-your-mouth bao and Insta-worthy desserts, Sydneysiders and visitors will have the chance to feast on an array of sizzling, sweet and spicy meals and morsels from an exciting mix of popular local, national and interstate eateries. Vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options will also be plentiful. For more info and to get your tickets, head to the Sydney Night Noodle Markets website

All about wellness, T2 tea has a range that’ll get you there

T2 tea wellness

Life’s super stressy at the best of times. Throw in a pandemic, international travel and the constant work-life balance we struggle to find and there’s no wonder there’s been a huge spike in calls for mental health and wellbeing programs to up their ante! But never fear; T2 is here with their batch of plant based brews that are here to support your mind and body, the growing wellness collection is designed for the next generation of health enthusiasts. With four blends, the Australian grown tea master is channeling your inner zen for you in the form of a teacup. The Quiet Mind, The Dreamer, The Belly Blend and The Glowgetter are those blends, sourced from ingredients around the country. The Quiet Mind has been developed to help you wind down after a long day and press pause on the world. Breathe in soothing peppermint, lemongrass, and eucalyptus while adaptogenic herbs ashwagandha andschisandra deflect stressors of all kinds. With a refreshingly citrusy flavour – if cool, calm and collectedhad a taste, this would be it. Say hello to serenity, The Dreamer is the next sleepy sister in this essential lineup, transporting you to theland of Nod as you drift off to sleep. This relaxing tea is an unmissable step in your bedtime ritual, evoking the comforts of crisp white sheets and the plushest of pillows. Trusted for centuries by herbalistsand naturopaths, this tasty blend is sprinkled with a little valerian, that goes a long way to send you offto sweet dreams. Following in its footsteps… Read More

Celebrate National Margarita Day with this Horseshoe Margarita recipe

Horseshoe margarita tequila cocktail

National Margarita Day is fast approaching – 22 February! – so whether you’re new to the tang of tequila, or as used to it as the agave worm, you need a quality recipe to celebrate with. And this, friends, is exactly that. First thing to remember is that there are endless ways to craft a margarita, so use this as a guide. Whether you prefer yours salty, slightly sweet, or a little spicy, the quality of the final product that’s poured into your glass depends on one thing: the tequila. Tequila Herradura Plata has notes of citrus, cooked agave, and vanilla — natural flavours with a smooth finish that pair nicely with your most creative margarita variations. Consider the Horseshoe Margarita your new go-to original margarita recipe. Ingredients  2 parts. Tequila Herradura Plata  1 part.  Freshly squeezed lime juice  1/2 part.  Agave nectar  Method In a classic cocktail shaker add all three ingredients over ice. Shake well until the ice is almost melted. Strain over fresh ice in a salt-rimmed glass tumbler. Garnish with a wedge of lime to taste. Drink hard and fast, don’t mess about.

It’s the American Dream Team – Hershey and Krispy Kreme collaborate

Krispy Kreme doughnuts Hershey's

Yes, it’s true, two of America’s favourite brands have collaborated to bring you the latest Krispy Kreme limited-edition doughnut collection. And it will be available in-store at Krispy Kreme and over 700 7-Eleven stores from Tuesday 22 February. There will be three unique doughnut creations to froth over, with chocolate-masters Hershey’s injecting their signature choc recipe into Krispy Kreme’s iconic doughnuts. The Hershey Chocolate Company is renowned for its milk chocolate bars used to make the classic campfire treat s’mores and its melt-in-your-mouth Hershey kisses.  So what does the latest collection look like? Let’s start with the Choc Strawberry. It’s filled with Hershey’s choc creme, dipped in strawberry truffle, finished with Hershey’s choc chips and icing drizzle.  Next up is the Ultimate Choc – a mash-up heaven of everyone’s dreams, filled with Hershey’s choc creme, dipped in milk choc ganache, finished with Hershey’s choc chips and chocolate ganache drizzle.  Last, but not least, is the S’Mores made with Hershey’s – swirled with whipped marshmallow filling, dipped in smooth choc dip and finished with Hershey’s choc chips and biscuit crumb. The S’mores will be exclusively available at 7-Eleven.   “Aussies and Kiwis love to share and celebrate American-style treats. Who can resist HERSHEY’S kisses or a warm, gooey S’more? Krispy Kreme’s cultural significance and brand heritage in the US made our partnership with The HERSHEY’S Chocolate Company all-the-more seamless – we like to call it the American Dream team,” said Olivia Sutherland, Marketing Director at Krispy Kreme Australia.  Joeven Perez, Associate Marketing Manager for ANZO at The… Read More

Lament the end of summer with one last seasonal Grey Goose cocktail

Grey Goose fresh cut spritz

We might still be a bit hamstrung going into autumn, but don’t let that be a downer – there’s still celebration to be had for the time in history we’ll all forget fast becoming a by-gone. And there’s no better way to do that than with Grey Goose. With their classic ingredient – vodka – Grey Goose’s new fresh cut spritz is a spin on a modern classic,  featuring Grey Goose vodka, fresh pink grapefruit, a sprig of thyme, splash of Noilly Prat Vermouth, and topped with soda water. GREY GOOSE Vodka is available at BWS and Dan Murphy’s nationwide at $69.99. Here’s how to make a Grey Goose fresh cut spritz Glass: Wine Glass Garnish: Grapefruit wedge or sprig of fresh Thyme Ingredients:  50ml GREY GOOSE® vodka 150ml Soda Water A squeeze of fresh grapefruit juice Splash of Noilly Prat Vermouth Red Grapefruit wedge A sprig of fresh Thyme Method: Build over cubed ice and garnish with a red grapefruit wedge and/or a fresh sprig of thyme 

Bombay Bramble X Valentine’s Day: the drink of love

Bombay Bramble Clover Club 2

Whether your plans involve an intimate dinner for two or a cosy night in, acts of love call for bold demonstration and what better way to celebrate love than with crafting a delicious cocktail worth toasting to this Valentine’s Day. Romantic in its deep pink shade, Bombay Bramble is bursting with flavour from a 100% natural berry infusion. Created with freshly harvested blackberries and raspberries, married with Bombay’s Classic Dry gin, Bombay Bramble is the perfect spirit to give as a unique gift, or toast with your special someone. Here’s a recipe to get things going… BOMBAY BRAMBLE & TONIC Ingredients: 50 ml Bombay Bramble 100 ml Premium tonic water Lemon wedge Method: Build over cubed ice Squeeze and drop in lemon wedge