It has been reported that alcohol taxes will rise from 2013 by 2 per cent for another 2 years, above the inflation that has recently been released. This year the price of a bottle of cider will rise by 9p, a pint of beer will rise by 2p, a bottle of wine by 10p and a bottle of spirit by 36p.

With the cost of alcohol on the rise and the recession still at play, it has already caused an effect on many winemakers. Chablis has reported a slump in their UK sales, with figures decreasing by 35 per cent last year and 2010 is looking to become even tougher.

Even though the wine market is taking its toll, there is still a demand for making your own alcohol, with Wineworks reaping in the benefits. Wineworks, a homebrew kit specialist is a family run business, drawing on the experience of Richard Blackwell, who has been in the business for over 25 years. Blackwell has developed brands; Beaverdale, Solomon Grundy & Prohibition, Selection, Vinters Reserve into the UK market along with the Chai Maison ranges, making Wineworks an extremely well respected company.

Wineworks specialise in wine making, assisting customers with starter kits, equipment and ingredients to begin the method. Not only is there a range of products to help with the process there is also a wealth of knowledge and advice that can be found on the site that is invaluable. Wine is one of the most popular products to make with Wineworks customers. However, cider is creeping up the rankings, with cider making increasing in popularity thanks to the weather and the desire to have a more refreshing drink in the sunny months.

Savings are gigantic with the help of Wineworks products, which is great for those wanting to beat the inflation on alcohol tax. A bottle of wine can cost you around £1 a bottle (75cl), with a bottle of whisky, gin, rum and bourbon costing around £1.60 each. Demand in growing and making your own is increasing, not only for the savings, but increasingly more for the benefits of organic produce.

Wineworks starter kits for wine, cider, beer and spirit making can be found at the retail outlet in Chesterfield, Derbyshire and the website. The company also offers kits for brewing beer and making still spirits, as well as presses and fruit crushers for those who like to grow their own fruit.

Contact Information:

Wineworks

181 Chatsworth Road
Brampton
Chesterfield
Derbyshire
United Kingdom
S40 2BA

Phone no. 01246 279382
http://www.wineworks.co.uk

FIVE TYPES OF HEAT – REVENGE IS SWEET!

After one of the coldest British winters in living memory, Domino’s is putting a bit of spice back into our lives with the launch of its hottest pizza yet – Meltdown-The Revenge.

Set to tingle the taste buds of those who are brave enough to take on this fiery pizza, the new addition to the Domino’s menu is covered in an array of mouth and eye watering toppings. With five different types of heat in the form of chilli cheese slices, sweet chilli peppers, jalapeños, bird’s-eye chilli peppers and American style mustard, as well as ground beef, meatballs and mozzarella, Meltdown-The Revenge has the power to drive even the toughest pizza-eater to tears.

Meltdown –The Revenge is the even hotter sequel to Domino’s scorching Meltdown pizza, which first sizzled its way into stores back in 2006.

Robin Auld, sales and marketing director of Domino’s Pizza, said: “After one of the country’s coldest winters on record, we felt it was time to heat everyone up and put some spice back into their lives. We are hoping that with the arrival of our hottest pizza to date, Meltdown-The Revenge, we will be able to do just that.”

So why not challenge your friends, family and colleagues to take on the heat of the Meltdown-The Revenge, now available from Domino’s stores across the country. With the African bird’s-eye chilli coming in only three places behind law enforcement grade pepper spray on the Scolville heat scale, we guarantee it won’t be as easy as you think!

To top off this fiery new addition to Domino’s menu, the pizza delivery expert is also introducing a succulent new side of BBQ ribs. These tender pork ribs smothered in sticky BBQ sauce are the perfect, finger-licking accompaniment to any order.

Every Domino’s pizza is hand-made to order using fine, fresh ingredients, like its famous fresh dough, vine-ripened tomato sauce and 100 per cent mozzarella cheese. Plus, with a choice of bases, sauces and tasty toppings, there are around 75 million different pizza combinations for you to choose from.

To grab a slice of the action, call Domino’s national hotline 087 12121212, go online at www.dominos.co.uk or visit your local store.

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Note to editors:
Domino’s Pizza UK & IRL plc is the leading player in the fast-growing pizza delivery market. As at 27 December 2009, there were 608 stores in the UK and the Republic of Ireland. Of these, 481 stores are in England, 45 are in Scotland, 22 are in Wales, 14 are in Northern Ireland, 45 are in the Republic of Ireland and one is a mobile unit. The first UK store opened in Luton in 1985 and the first Irish store opened in 1991.

Founded in 1960, Domino’s Pizza is one of the world’s leading pizza delivery brands. Through its primarily franchised system, Domino’s Pizza operates a global network of more than 8,900 Domino’s Pizza stores in over 60 countries. Domino’s Pizza has a singular focus – the home delivery of pizza, freshly made to order with high quality ingredients.

Customers can order from Domino’s via the national hotline 087 12121212 (Calls cost 10p per minute from a BT line. Calls from mobiles may vary) and online at www.dominos.co.uk. Orders can also be placed via SMS and to register for this service, customers should visit www.dominos.co.uk.

For more information, please contact:
The Domino’s Pizza Press Office
Domino’s Pizza Group Ltd
Tel: 01908 580654
E: pr@dominos.co.uk

Pukka Herbs, the organic herbal expert dedicated to helping people lead a healthy, balanced life, is launching a range of healthy green teas to complement its existing herbal tea range. These fine, whole leaf teas have been created by Pukka’s herbal director, Sebastian Pole, using premium, 100 per cent organic, Fairtrade ingredients.

Green tea, the grandfather of all tea, originated in China around 5,000 years ago. Having spread to Japan it became highly appreciated in Buddhism, with monks using it to help concentrate the mind. It is rich in protective antioxidants which are known to have a positive effect on the immune system, help regulate weight and maintain good health.

Sebastian explains: “We set out to create a superior tasting smooth green tea using some of the finest organic whole leaves, hand picked by select Fairtrade growers around the world. The whole leaf is gently dried to retain antioxidants and a wonderfully delicate flavour. The result is a calming drink with none of the harshness sometimes associated with green tea.”

Appealing to all tastes, Pukka Herbs has introduced three flavoursome varieties to its range. The new teas are 100 per cent organic and Fairtrade certified from growers in Vietnam, China and India, with whom Pukka Herbs is engaged in a number of community projects. Each stylish box contains 20 tea bags, individually wrapped to maintain freshness.

Green Tea – smooth and natural tasting, made from the finest organic green tea varieties – Sencha, Oothu and Suoi Gang – from Fairtrade smallholders in China, India and Vietnam.

Mint Green Tea – Pukka’s green tea has been blended with the best, fresh tasting Fairtrade Egyptian spearmint to create a truly refreshing taste.

Lemon Green Tea – juicy Sicilian lemons and fragrant lemon verbena leaves have been combined with hand picked Sencha Green tea from Fairtrade smallholders in China, to add a subtle twist to this light green tea blend.

Pukka Herbs now sells 20 teas alongside its wide range of Ayurvedic remedies and oils.

The new range of Pukka Green Teas is available at independent healthfood shops, Fresh & Wild or online at www.pukkaherbs.com. All three varieties are priced at £1.99 for 20 sachets.

http://www.pukkaherbs.com/

Journalists requiring more information or samples please call:

Kate Habberley, Tala PR, 07709 976564 (kate.habberley@talapr.co.uk)

Escape the onset of winter blues and holiday shopping panic with a package created specifically for those in need of a break in the lead up to Christmas.

Momo, the renowned North African restaurant and café, has teamed up with the Elemis day-spa to create a relaxing ‘Rest and Revive’ Christmas package. Priced at just £90 for two people, stressed out friends and partners are treated to a joint Moroccan “Exotic Steam Rasul” therapy at Elemis’ flagship day-spa in Mayfair, followed by a Pommery Royale Champagne afternoon tea at Momo.

The North African inspired ‘Rest and Revive’ package recreates the laid-back style of North Africa and the Mediterranean in the heart of central London. Located only a short walk from London’s busiest shopping streets, guests can unwind at the Elemis day-spa in Lancashire Court, before taking a relaxed stroll to enjoy tea at Momo, the North African oasis on Heddon Street, which feels a million miles away from the hustle and bustle of Regent Street.

About the Exotic Steam Rasul treatment at the Elemis day-spa

Enter into the exotic herbal steam temple under a 1000 stars, to take part in a traditional Arabian cleansing ritual. Different coloured medicinal chakra muds are applied to specific areas of the body, whilst one gently inhales the steam infused by pure herbs, helping to cleanse the respiratory system, smooth the skin and detoxify the body, whilst revitalising your chi energy. To complete the ritual, a warm tropical rain pours down from the dome of the Rasul and as the muds are gently washed away, so is every last drop of tension in your soul.

About the Pommery Royale Champagne tea at Momo

Momo is a mix of tradition and cosmopolitan cool. Stepping through its door, guests are transported to the sumptuous surroundings of a North African riad where they can relax for hours in Mo Café’s relaxed, vibrant bazaar atmosphere. Attentive staff will offer guests a chilled glass of Pommery Royale champagne with platters of Momo’s delicious maghrebin pastries and traditional mint tea.

The ‘Rest and Revive’ Christmas package is available from 1st until the 24th December. The package costs £90 for two people and includes a Moroccan Rasul treatment for two at the Elemis Day Spa, Mayfair and a glass of Pommery Royale Champagne, mint tea and maghrebin pastries for two at Momo Mo Café.

To book, please contact Elemis Day Spa on +44 (0)207 907 2780, quoting the ‘Rest and Revive’ Christmas package.

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Kyte Hotel in Darrington, just off the A1 in West Yorkshire, will achieve the impressive milestone of a successful first year in business on 20 November, despite the worst recession in many people’s living memory. With many other hotels and restaurants across the UK feeling the pinch, Kyte has ridden the storm at the most challenging time possible, and is looking forward to a prosperous 2010.

Co-owner Jessica Barnes says Kyte’s success is down to good old fashioned service values, and a passion for giving customers what they want. “Everything we do at Kyte we try and do to the highest possible standard, whether it be employing the best people, the way we present our food, the way we greet you on arrival, the way we try and accommodate people’s wishes rather than simply selling to them from a ratecard. In such times of recession, you have to listen to your customers and regularly modify your offer to suit their exact needs.”

Flexibility has certainly been one byword for success at Kyte, as Jessica explains: “When a customer calls up on the phone or presents themselves at reception, you have one opportunity to create a long-standing relationship not only with that customer, but quite possibly with their friends, relatives and colleagues. We do our utmost to fulfil the needs of every single person who comes to Kyte with ideas and suggestions for weddings and events, which we hope will give us a competitive advantage in the long-run.”

In the short-term, the future for Kyte looks bright. People are voting with their feet, with the restaurant being extremely popular, wedding bookings on the up, and the accommodation steadily getting a name for cleanliness and value for money. Business customers are especially welcome at Kyte, and you can expect a warm welcome if you roll up in Kyte’s car park looking for somewhere to access free Wi-fi.

“We’re not stuffy about letting people use our lobby area for business meetings,” says Jessica. “In fact we encourage it. Where else can you take advantage of a free, modern facility, use free Wi-fi and relax between meetings? We hope you use our bar and restaurant, and we would of course love to book you in for a more formal meeting or conference in our conference facilities; but we feel there is more chance of attracting this and other types of business in the future if we’re welcoming and give people a chance to experience what Kyte’s all about – without making too many demands.”

1st Anniversary offer
To celebrate Kyte’s 1st Anniversary, customers can benefit from 10% off their food bill. To take advantage of the offer, call 01977 600661 any time in November and wish Kyte a Happy Birthday. The 10% will be knocked off the food total of any bar or restaurant meal.

Press enquiries:
BeyondPR
Tel 0114 275 6996 / 07930 697773
Ref: KH0010 – 1st Anniversary

The pioneering vegan food company bought earlier this year by charity and animal rights campaigner Heather Mills has just been named the UK’s most ethical vegetarian foods supplier for the fourth year running.

The multi award winning Redwood Wholefood Company, which produces over 50 deliciously different ‘guilt-free’ foods from 100% natural plant-based ingredients, received the accolade in the latest edition of The Good Shopping Guide, the world’s best selling ethical reference book.

Published by the Ethical Company Organisation (ECO), the popular guide lists the level of social responsibility of the companies behind hundreds of everyday consumer brands.

After examining the environmental records of all the leading vegetarian foods suppliers, the ECO awarded Redwood an overall rating of 91% in its Ethical Company Index, the highest score.

Factors taken into consideration were Redwood’s progressive attitude towards the environment, human rights and animal welfare. Other vegetarian brands featured in the research were Cauldron Foods, Wicken Fen, Tivall, Realeat, Linda McCartney, Grassingtons and Quorn, who all received lower scores.

“The Good Shopping Guide encourages people to buy Redwood products as yet again this company scores fantastically on our overall ethical analysis,” said William Sankey, research and editorial director at the ECO.

“See the book or www.ethical-company-organisation.org for more details on the comparative ethicality of the vegetarian foods sector brands.”

Heather Mills said she was absolutely delighted that Redwood had once again been recognised by the ECO, which sets the benchmark for corporate social responsibility.

“Concern for the environment, human rights and animal welfare has always been at the heart of everything Redwood does,” Heather said. “We pride ourselves in offering the very best in ethical meat-free foods that help people adopt a kinder, more compassionate lifestyle.”

“I’d particularly like to thank the incredibly loyal and conscientious employees at Redwood, who believe passionately in all that they do, for their endless support and enthusiasm, because they have made the company what it is today.”

As well as being the leading supplier of vegan foods to the health food trade, Redwood also sells selected ranges under the Cheatin’, Vegideli and Cheezly brand names through supermarket chains, including Waitrose, Morrisons and Tesco.

Among the many innovative foods produced by the company are amazingly realistic Cheatin’ ‘meats’ in ‘bacon’, ‘chicken’ ‘ham’ and ‘beef’ varieties, meat-free turkey and beef style ‘roasts’, pâtés, gourmet burgers, ready-to-eat sausages, fish-style fingers and dairy-free ‘cheese’.

Heather Mills bought Redwood in July this year after revealing she had been a fan of the company and its ethical, compassionate foods for many years. She said buying Redwood had been “a dream come true.”

Redwood has won numerous awards from organisations such as Viva!, The Vegetarian Society, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals and The Vegan Society.

Because everything in its range is free from animal ingredients and derivatives as well as cholesterol, lactose, hydrogenated fats and GMOs, Redwood foods are ideal for vegetarians, vegans, people suffering from lactose intolerance and anyone looking for a healthier and more ethical lifestyle.

For more information about Redwood please go to www.redwoodfoods.co.uk . For more information on Heather Mills, please visit www.heathermills.org .

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Note to editors:

For further details or pictures, please contact:

Tracey Williams, PR Consultant to Redwood:
Tel: 01225 723237
Email: tracey.williams@twpr.co.uk

Or Bill Murray,
Murray Media
Tel: 01273 204200
Email: bill@murray-media.co.uk
Website: www.murray-media.co.uk