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Bengali mustard fish, or shorshe ilish, is a beloved dish hailing from the vibrant culinary landscape of West Bengal, India and Bangladesh. This dish features the rich flavours of hilsa fish marinated in a pungent mustard paste, often accompanied by green chillies and a drizzle of mustard oil. The combination [...]
When you want to send an overseas gift to the UK for friends and loved ones, there is much to consider and Sending a gift directly from Saint Kitts and Nevis to the UK can be fraught with difficulties and unexpected costs. A friend of ours recently received a very [...]
Crickhowell is a small town in the Usk Valley with a strong independent spirit. It has won awards for its high street, which includes family-run butchers, bakers and food shops. The town supports a range of locally sourced food and drink from the Black Mountains region. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box [...]
Chipping Norton, often referred to as ‘Chippy’, is a lively market town in the Cotswolds. It has a strong local food presence, with regular markets and independent retailers offering meats, baked goods and Cotswold cheeses. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box We’re an independent, family-run business with over 25 years of wine [...]
Alston is one of the highest market towns in England, perched in the North Pennines. It has a close-knit community and supports food shops selling Cumbrian meats, pies and cheeses. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box We’re an independent, family-run business with over 25 years of wine trade experience. Based in Northamptonshire, [...]
Carnforth is a railway town in north Lancashire with access to Morecambe Bay and the Lake District. Local food shops offer fresh seafood, Cumberland sausage, and regional cheeses. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box We’re an independent, family-run business with over 25 years of wine trade experience. Based in Northamptonshire, we offer [...]
Wigtown, Scotland’s National Book Town, also has a growing foodie reputation. Its shops and cafés feature regional produce including lamb, artisan cheese and fresh baking from local suppliers. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box We’re an independent, family-run business with over 25 years of wine trade experience. Based in Northamptonshire, we offer [...]
Ashbourne, on the edge of the Peak District, is known for its historic centre and food shops. The town has a tradition of markets and supports local producers of game, cheese and baked goods. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box We’re an independent, family-run business with over 25 years of wine trade [...]
When you want to send an overseas gift to the UK for friends and loved ones, there is much to consider and Sending a gift directly from Israel to the UK can be fraught with difficulties and unexpected costs. A friend of ours recently received a very generous anniversary gift [...]
When you want to send an overseas gift to the UK for friends and loved ones, there is much to consider and Sending a gift directly from Japan to the UK can be fraught with difficulties and unexpected costs. A friend of ours recently received a very generous anniversary gift [...]