It is bizarre present time. These dog and cat yoga books are perfect for your wacky dog or cat obsessed friend.
Filled with pups and paws in Yoga poses, is anything cuter than dogs doing yoga? Not much apart from cats doing yoga.
We think these books are a great present for the friend who has it all, the friend who has a great sense of humour or just your friend who loves their furry friend. From Prezzybox.com.
We love music at Frost and this mini music mixer really caught our eye. You can switch songs in style with the all new Mini Mixer.
Ditch the decks with the simple, miniature mixer that allows you to fade between tracks to create a rad musical vibe.
Set the sounds and turn up the volume, this DJ device will have you mix two tracks from any two music devices in a flash, for that ultimate sound.
Style songs to your taste, this piece of kit is quirky and cool – essential for easy listening or powerful partying.
Produce a fresh fusion of tracks with your favourite tunes; this is a great gadget for all music lovers.
Whatever genre, wherever you are, this device is portable, unique and sleek – so blend those hits for a hot new track.
Switch it up with this hip gadget – whether you are creating summer beats or want a sizzling stocking filler, you need this in you ryhematic life.
Try out your skills and put on the party! This genius gadget is available for only £19.95 at www.prezzybox.com
· Requires 4 x AAA batteries (not included).
· (Compatible with phones/mp3/iPods etc.)
· 4 x Connection Wires included
Frost Magazine has teamed up with Tom’s Kitchen to give you some excellent, refreshing cocktail recipes. They are all delicious and we just can’t work out which one is our favourite. Enjoy!
SUMMER BREEZE
SERVES1
INGREDIENTS
50ml Vodka
25ml Frais de Bois
Fresh Strawberries
Topped with Soda
METHOD – Put all the ingredients into a glass and top with soda
CLEMENTINE BUBBLES
SERVES1
INGREDIENTS
15ml Orange and Lemon mix (made from orange zest, lemon zest, sugar and juice)
Topped with Prosecco
METHOD – Put all the ingredients into a glass and top with Prosecco
JAX COCO COCKTAILS
Inspired by the latest health trend, Tom’s Kitchen has partnered with Jax Coco, the 100% pure coconut water, to develop a selection of vibrant non-alcohol and alcoholic cocktails perfect for the warmer months.
The cocktail menu is the refreshing addition to brunch and includes:
· Coco Fizz – a light mix of lemon juice, jasmine syrup, egg white and Jax Coco
· Jax Diamond – a fruity combination of strawberries, lemongrass, agave syrup and Jax Coco
· Jax Caipirinha – a playful twist on the Brazilian classic featuring high quality Cachaca, Jax Coco, caster sugar, lime and cherry bitters
Chef/Patron Tom Aikens adds: “I am a huge fan of coconut water and Jax Coco ticks all the boxes – aside from fantastic quality, all the coconut water comes from their own fully sustainable coconut plantation. Try the Coco Fizz and Jax Diamond for a quick pick-me-up or linger longer with the Jax Caipirinha.”
ABOUT TOM’S KITCHEN:
Tom’s Kitchen has 3 locations across London including, Canary Wharf, Chelsea and Somerset House which features a stunning terrace facing the Thames. A fourth location in St Katherine Docks will also be opening on 18th August.
TURKISH INSPIRED COCKTAILS FROM KITCHENETTE
This Summer Kitchenette, a recently opened Mediterranean cafe, restaurant and bar in Putney, are bringing cocktails home with a selection of inspirational recipes perfect for quenching your thirst in the summer sun. Drawing inspiration from Kitchenette’s Turkish heritage the cocktails include an array of traditional ingredients such as Pomegranate seeds, Turkish delight vodka and the sweet essence of rose water.
POMEGRANATE LEMONADE
INGREDIENTS
100ml Absolute Citron
50ml Lemon Juice
50ml Gomme
175ml Pomegranate Juice
100ml Sparkling water
2 x Orange, Apple, Lemon and Lime Slices
METHOD
Add all ingredients into a 500ml Glass Jug and stir until well mixed
Decanter cocktail mix into 2 inverness glasses and garnish with pomegranate seeds
OTTOMAN DELIGHT
INGREDIENTS
25ml Turkish Delight infused Vodka
25ml Vanilla Vodka
2 drops rose water
5ml honey
METHOD
Stir the honey & Vodka until the honey is completely dissolved.
Add all the remaining ingredients and shake well until ingredients are thoroughly mixed.
Divide into 2 chilled martini glasses and serve with a sprinkle of chocolate for an extra sweet version
Which one will you make?
We love this unique and classy wall clock. It really adds a touch of sophistication to a room.
Strike sleek style into your home with The Big Ben Wall Clock.
Traditional and contemporary all in one, replace the tiresome & typical clock, with this designer stick on vinyl wall feature.
Individualise with this interior. The architectural design brings British heritage onto your wall within minutes.
With an impressive and iconic build it’s been beautifully created to bring a smooth finish against the wallwith a 3D clock that is easily removable for when the batteries need changing.
Place class and creativity onto your wall – instantly bring the hip London vibe into your home. This great British landmark will stand majestic and modern against your wall.
Get entwined in the design of Big Ben, without the need for noisy chimes – its charming appearance is sleek and chic.
The delicate and decorative structure of the building is reconstructed in every inch of this wall clock, with the ornamental metal hands and ultra-quiet ticking movement.
Time to dine, why not in front of the statement piece of décor that reflects the bustling big city vibe?
This funky feature is available for only £11.99 now.
Features:
Easy application and removal
4 x Vinyl Stickers
3D Clock Face (Mechanism requires 1x AA Battery)
Carved metal hands & Ultra quiet ticking motion
From prezzybox.com
Cupcake fans rejoice. On the 17th July 2014 Luisa Zissman’s Wicked Cupcakes! book is released. Thankfully we got an advance copy and have reviewed it for you. Read on.
There are tons of amazing cupcake recipes in Wicked Cupcakes!
A few of my favourite recipes are the indulgent chocolate, apple crumble, cookie and cream, pink champagne, jelly shot, pina colada, Pimm’s Layer cake, ice cream cupcakes…actually I need to stop now. The list will get too long. If you love cupcakes, buy the book. It is full of brilliant ideas and great tips. Highly recommended.
Luisa Zissman shot to fame when she became the runner-up in the 2013 series of the BBC’s The Apprentice. A baker by trade, Luisa has been running her hugely successful St Albans cake shop, Dixie’s Cupcakery, since 2011. It is her mission to show the world that you don’t need a lot of time or complicated ingredients to create show-stopping cupcakes like hers.
In true Luisa style, her cupcakes are bold and brassy – a treat for the eyes as well as the tastebuds. Whatever the occasion, she has a cupcake that’s the perfect fit: cocktail cupcakes for a girls’ night in; ooh la la cupcakes for romantic liaisons; Dixie cakes, which are perfect cakes for busy mums to cook with their kids; vintage cakes for a stylish soiree and quirky cupcakes with unusual flavours, such as the genius Love Me Hate Me Marmite and Chocolate cupcake.
Packed with helpful advice on how to make and decorate your cakes, Luisa’s book will put the fun and sparkle back into your kitchen!
Wicked Cupcakes! is available here.
I love this book, I really do. I love olives and will eat them in anything. Unfortunately when it comes to cooking I don’t have much of an imagination. Luckily for me this amazing book has olive recipes a plenty, along with a history of olives, the healthy facts on olives, information on the Olive It! campaign and lots of other great stuff.
My mouth was watering all the way through reading this book. The recipes are also amazing, some are also very unique. I highly recommend this book for olive obsessives like myself.
A delicious ensemble of olive marinades, tapenades, tapas feasting tips and recipes that will spark your imagination.
Designed to inspire you, this beautiful recipe book will take you on a journey of true discovery. Combining tradition with a contemporary twist, the Olive it! recipe book has a dish for everyone and every season, from innovative marinades to tantalising tapas and tapenades.
Join celebrated Spanish chefs José Pizarro and Omar Allibhoy as they share the joy of olives and family-trusted recipes that have passed down generations. Having both grown up surrounded by olive trees and immersed in the Mediterranean diet and culture, their love of olives is deep rooted and evident in these inspired olive dishes. With over 40 recipes that will spark your imagination and awaken new taste sensations, explore unique yet delicious combinations, such as green olives with figs, orange and bay to more adventurous combinations such as black olives with wasabi, ginger and smoked salmon and green olives with manchengo, chorizo and melon.
“Cooking with olives can be fun and exciting, and we hope this book will inspire you in the kitchen and encourage you to create these quick, easy and delicious recipes at home for your loved ones.’
“Olives on their own are great as a tasty snack but when seasoned with new and inventive combinations of ingredients they can produce a true explosion of taste.”
– Omar Allibhoy
Britain is expecting its longest summer since 1910 with scorching temperatures staying around until September, but it seems it’s not just the forecasters expecting high heats. According to new research the British palate is longing for something hotter too.
Mexican food is now one of the most popular cuisines in the UK, with fajitas featuring in the top ten. So why not join the fajita craze with taste developer Andrea Lembke, who’s serving up her favourite dish with a twist this summer with her favourite recipe for Tangy Chicken and Mango fajitas in this short video. The recipe is full of flavour, seasoning and spice and is a simple, sweet and scrumptious meal to enjoy with the family this summer.
Recipe for Tangy Chicken and Mango Fajitas
What you will need:
– 450g Boneless Chicken
– Extra Virgin Olive Oil for drizzling
– 1 Medium Sized Red Onion
– 1 Green Pepper
– 1 Red Pepper
– 1 Yellow Pepper
– 1/2 Mango
– 1 Santa Maria Perfect Fajita Kit, includes 8 Soft Flour Tortillas, Santa Maria Salsa and Faijita Seasoning Mix
– Santa Maria Chipotle Paste
For the Guacamole to serve with:
– 3 Large Avocados
– 1 Large Lime
– 1 Large Ripe Tomato
– 1 Small Red Onion
– 1 Red & 1 Green Chilli (Optional)
– Handful of fresh Coriander Plant
Method
Coat the chicken in the oil and Fajita Seasoning Mix. Heat a heavy based frying pan until very hot and add the seasoned chicken, this should be fried for about 3 minutes or until well browned.
For the guacamole, combine all the ingredients into a bowl and mix well.
Chop the onion, peppers and mango and add into the pan, cook for a further 2 minutes or until the meat is cooked.
Warm Tortillas in a separate pan.
Serve with Salsa, Soured Cream, and Guacamole. Add some Green Jalapeños for an extra kick.
For more information, please visit www.santamariaworld.co.uk
With cocktail season fast-approaching, thirsty folk on the search for the perfect summer sundowner need look no further than The Wild Geese whiskey cocktails.
The super premium Irish whiskey makers have teamed up with renowned bartender Marian Beke of critically acclaimed, Nightjar, voted one of the world’s best cocktail bars, to create a range of exclusive cocktails perfect for those long sunny days. Multi award winning The Wild Geese, enlisted the expertise of Marian, to hand-craft an array of bespoke and soulful cocktails bursting with intense flavour and dressed with delicate garnishes.
The first in the line-up, The Irish Apple, will invigorate and refresh at the end of a hot, balmy summer’s evening. The Wild Geese Classic Blend is fused with dry apple cider and tart rhubarb juice to create a cocktail to enjoy whilst soaking up the last of the rays. Sweet caramel is drizzled over the top of the long drink to add a touch of sweetness to this artisanal cocktail.
The Sarsfield Swizzle is a twist on the classic swizzle cocktail with a hint of spice. The Wild Geese Classic Blend is firstly mixed with crisp, botanical gin syrup and a dash of green tea bitters. Tangy lemon balm is added to the drink to bring out the citrus notes in The Wild Geese Classic Blend, and finally topped up with lemongrass and chilli beer for a zingy finish. Named after Patrick Sarsfield, the Irish hero who led the original Wild Geese in 1691, this cocktail mixes innovation and tradition perfectly.
For the third recipe, Beke marries The Wild Geese Rare Irish with the exotic juices of the Ugly Fruit, to achieve the ultimate bittersweet serve. The Freedom Sour is an innovative take on the ever-popular Whiskey Sour, freshened up with maple syrup and a layer of Matcha tea foam.
The three times voted ‘Best Irish Whiskey’ collection is made with superb quality aged Irish Whiskey stock and uses a special Extended Double Distillation process, creating a unique smoothness and richness unlike any other whiskey. The subtle and complex flavours are created using a pioneering distillation process, providing an unusual balance between robust and spicy malt, and light smooth grain.
Irish Apple
2 parts The Wild Geese Classic Blend Irish Whiskey
1 part apple and rhubarb juice
3 parts dry cider
1/2 part Kamms & Sons
Mix the Classic Blend, dry cider and apple & rhubarb juice by ‘rolling’ them in a cocktail shaker. Pour into a highball glass and float a large ice ball on top. Add the Kamms & Sons to create a bittersweet taste and garnish with a crab apple and apple blossom. Drizzle fresh caramel over the garnish for the final touch.
Sarsfield Swizzle
2 part The Wild Geese Classic Blend Irish Whiskey
1 part gin botanical syrup or 1/2 part gin & 1/2 sugar syrup
Dash of green tea bitters
Lemon balm
Top up with homemade lemongrass and chili beer
Pour a full measure of The Wild Geese Classic Blend directly into the serving glass. Add gin syrup as a sweetener and a dash of green tea bitter. Add lemon balm leaves to compliment the citrus notes in the Classic Blend. Top up with lemongrass & chilli beer and ‘swizzle’ the ingredients to mix them. Serve with pinewood and sweet spice.
Freedom Sour
2 part The Wild Geese Rare Irish Whiskey
1/2 part maple/ honey syrup
2 parts fresh squeezed ugly fruit juice
Few dashes of bitter
Matcha tea foam
Shake and serve in martini glass, top it off with matcha tea foam.
One last one for the World Cup.
Gold Cup
Ingredients
2 parts The Wild Geese Classic Blend Whiskey
1/2 part of lime juice
1/2 part coconut cream
1/2 part sugar syrup
Garnish
1/2 part of blue curaçao
lemon
passion fruit shell
Method
Blend a small handful of basil leaves, coconut cream and lime juice together until you have a liquid form. Pour into a cocktail shaker with sugar syrup and The Wild Geese Classic Blend Irish whiskey then shake hard with ice.
Serve in a rocks glass over crushed ice and add a passion fruit shell. Fill the shell with blue curaçao and garnish with the zest of a lemon. Add your nation’s flag to celebrate your team for the final, champion touch.
The combination of the triple citrus notes (orange, lime and lemon) with the coolness of the basil leaves make this a super refreshing cocktail with a mild and creamy, sweet finish.
Which one will you make?