Lambs are starting to leap
through green fields, the days are getting longer and the weather is beginning
to warm up. Spring is almost here!
Of course, for us foodies the
season also brings with it Easter weekend, a time for feasting with family and
friends. As the bank holiday weekend draws closer and balmy evenings spent in
the garden become a possibility we’re thinking about all
things Spring.
If you’re planning a couple
of get-togethers over the long weekend you’re sure to need plenty of beverages
ready for thirsty guests. We love a refreshing Masons Gin paired with an icy
cold Fever Tree tonic water or how about a delicious
Sloe gin from SLOEmotion? The brand’s Yorkshire Fruit Cup No 7 mixed
with lemonade tastes of summer days!
Those seeking a perfect
bottle of wine will be spoilt for choice. We carry more carefully selected (and
personally tested, of course!) Sauvignon Blancs, Merlots, Pinot Grigios, Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs
than you could need and are on hand with expert knowledge should you want it.
For beer lovers, our selection of
40 locally brewed bottles includes ales, beers, lagers and ciders sure to suit a
variety of palettes.
Following a night full of
lovely drinks, a big brunch could well be in order. We recommend Ian Taylor’s
free-range farm eggs, poached and served with locally reared back bacon and
freshly baked bread. All of which are available in store and guaranteed to fuel
you ahead of a walk around Helmsley’s beautiful countryside to clear those
cobwebs!
A charcuterie board is a
guaranteed crowd pleaser that will turn any gathering into a celebration. Enjoy
smooth Somerset Brie on top of a Peter’s Yard Crisp Bread, or how about a slice
of Port Salut or some Stinking Bishop to really tantalize your taste buds. Add
some green olives bathed in garlic oil and herbs or stuffed with pimiento
peppers for a taste of the Mediterranean. And finish by bringing some perfectly
aged salamis to the table. We have a huge selection in store that can be chosen
and sliced to perfection before you bring them home, you can even have a taste
to decide which one is your favourite before you buy.
Those looking to feed the
masses with a quick but luxurious meal should look no further than our
selection of pastas and sauces. We have an extensive range of authentic delicious bronzed and egg Italian pastas that can be quickly cooked and served, the ideal
dish to have squirreled away should unexpected guests come calling. Add some
truffle oil or grated truffles to really liven up the dish. Alternatively, a
baked camembert can be quickly prepared and enjoyed in a relaxed sharing
atmosphere, perfect to enjoy by a roaring fire should the British weather elude
us!
Of course, Easter also brings
along with it a lot of the nation’s favourite sweet treat, chocolate! Keep your
eyes peeled for a full blog on our Easter offerings or head in store to check
out our selection of eggs and much, much more.
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