Sixtyplusurfers Competition
Win Nomad Bean Coffee and a Hat
Sixtyplusurfers has teamed up with Nomad Bean Coffee to offer one lucky reader the chance to win a month’s worth of Vietnamese Pour Over Coffee including three Boxes of coffee bags, together with a branded Nomad Bean Coffee Corduroy Hat.
Unlocking the Art of Vietnamese Coffee: A Journey with Nomad Bean Coffee
Close your eyes and let the aroma of Vietnamese coffee transport you to the bustling streets of Hanoi. Here coffee isn’t just a beverage but a cherished cultural tradition.
As the UK’s first Asian-origin coffee company its Nomad Bean Coffee’s mission to invite you to join our cultural journey to not only embrace the rich flavours of Vietnamese coffee but also shine a light on the other Asian-origin coffees alongside their intricacies of tradition and brewing methods.
Crafting Moments, Sustainably: The Nomad Bean Coffee Pour-Over Bag
Nomad Bean Coffee understands that the beauty of coffee lies not only in its taste but in the entire experience, starting with the brewing process. Our pour-over bags, originally made famous in Japan and now used across Asia, are not just a convenience; they are a commitment to sustainability.
Each bag is recyclable and compostable, ensuring that your coffee journey leaves a minimal ecological footprint. But the magic doesn’t stop there, the handy wings of the pour-over bag are designed to fit over the majority of cup sizes, making the brewing process effortless and adaptable to your favourite cup.
Inside every one of our boxes, you’ll find 10 carefully crafted sachets. So a week’s supply for your caffeine kick plus a little extra for those unexpected moments that you crave extra or just fancy sharing with friends. Don’t look at it as just another coffee routine, but as part of your morning ritual to transport you to Asia.
The Pour-Over Ritual: A Mix of Practicality and Taste
The way we serve our coffee isn’t just because it’s from Asia, but it’s also very practical. If you’re a coffee-lover that want to upgrade from your instant coffee or you’re not yet ready to invest in a coffee machine, our pour-over bags fit that niche.
The simplicity of the process, combined with its versatility means you don’t need a tonne of equipment to have good coffee, which is also useful for when you’re on the go camping or travelling and the taste of good coffee isn’t guaranteed.
The wings of the pour-over bag make it easy to secure onto your cup, ensuring a seamless brewing process. It’s not just a cup of coffee; it’s a moment of connection to the heart of Vietnam, where coffee is not just a drink but a cultural symbol.
Vietnamese Coffee: Hidden Gem of Vietnam’s Culture
Did you know that Vietnam is the second-largest exporter of coffee globally? If you check out your local shops, you’ll see speciality coffees from Brazil, Colombia, Honduras but the richness of Vietnamese coffee often remains hidden, almost overshadowed.
Nomad Bean Coffee is on a mission to change that narrative, bringing the power of Vietnamese coffee back to its roots and its people. Despite being a major coffee player on the global stage, Vietnam’s coffee is often a well-kept secret, a gem waiting to be discovered. Nomad Bean Coffee is your guide to unveiling this hidden treasure, one pour-over at a time.
Giving Back to the Coffee Community
Nomad Bean Coffee doesn’t just bring you a cup of Vietnamese coffee; it brings you into a community. Our commitment to fair trade practices ensures that every sip contributes to the well-being of the local farmers and their families.
By choosing Nomad Bean, you’re not just enjoying exceptional coffee; you’re giving back to the very roots of its existence.
Nomad Bean Coffee: Where Tradition Meets Innovation
Nomad Bean Coffee is more than a brand; it’s a cultural bridge that connects you to the heart of Vietnam. It’s about enjoying a cup of coffee that respects traditions, embraces sustainability, and invites you to be part of a journey that goes beyond borders.
As you savour the flavours of Nomad Bean Coffee, you’re not just drinking coffee, you will be experiencing a tradition, a culture, and a story that deserves to be told.
We’re looking forward to sharing a delicious coffee with you
For those who may be unlucky enough not to win, we’re giving a 15% discount on orders over £20.
You can use the code ‘PRINT15’ at checkout for the offer.
For more information and to buy your coffee visit www.nomadbeancoffee.com
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Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Nobleza del Sur Early Harvest ‘Day’ Olive Oil
Treat yourself to Nobleza del Sur Early Harvest ‘Day’ Picual Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil for cooking and baking from the Artisan Olive Oil Company.
This early harvest single estate single variety cold extracted ultra-low acidity (0.1%) premium olive oil is from the Province of Jaen in Andalusia. It has been produced in October 2023, from an early harvest of picual olives from the Vista Alegre estate.
4 hours from tree to extraction
It took no more than 4 hours from the tree to the cold extraction of the olive juice. This organic olive oil is dedicated to the bee, a key day time pollinator which plays a key role in the health of the olive groves. This early harvest picual offers herbaceous and fruity green aromas such as apple peel and banana.
Its profile is balanced starting with a green and fresh taste with a slightly bitter and spicy finish typical of the picual variety. We would recommend using this oil with a generous drizzle on pan con tomate on a salad or grilled vegetables or simply for dipping to enjoy its full flavours.
Health benefits of extra virgin olive oil
The picual variety offers a high polyphenol content, which are the healthiest compounds contained in olive oil which are widely researched as the prime drivers of the health benefits of extra virgin olive oil.
Nobleza del Sur Early Harvest ‘Day’ Picual Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil is filtered and bottled in dark glass to preserve its quality and taste throughout its shelf life.
Nobleza del Sur is one of the world’s most awarded olive oil producers with a 99 points score in Flos Olei, the prestigious olive oil guide by Marco Oreggia and Laura Marinelli.
Nobleza del Sur Early Harvest ‘Day’ Picual Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil is available from the Artisan Olive Oil Company. Price is £24.50 for a 500ml bottle.
For more information visit the website at www.artisanoliveoilcompany.co.uk
Win an Italian Olive Oil & Pasta Hamper
And if you like olive oil, don’t forget to enter our competition to win a delicious bottle of Franci Bio Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Due Vittorie Oro Vinegar and Pasta Natura Tagliatelle Hamper from the Artisan Olive Oil Company on the Food and Drink page.
Michelle Tote Bag
Michelle Tote Bag
from Sarah Haran
Embrace the Spring with elegance and purpose as Sarah Haran introduces the latest iteration of the iconic Michelle tote, now enhanced with innovative features. Stride into a season of empowerment, effortlessly blending more confidence, organisation, and incomparable style with the Michelle tote.
Named in honour of the ever-inspiring Michelle Obama, this shapeshifting tote embodies sophistication, functionality, and durability. Constructed from premium Italian leather, the Michelle tote boasts a spacious design, ensuring ample space for essentials ranging from laptops to makeup bags, making it the perfect companion from work to evening gatherings.
What sets this tote apart is its adaptable structure, allowing users to effortlessly modify its shape to achieve a sleek pyramid silhouette for a more defined appearance. But versatility doesn’t stop at its shape; the Michelle tote offers endless possibilities for personalisation. Using Sarah Haran’s never seen before modular system, you can restyle Michelle endlessly, so this one bag can have thousands of different looks – a huge win for sustainability.
The Michelle tote has captured the attention of both fashion enthusiasts and celebrities alike. Admirers such as Anthea Turner, Kate Garraway, Kaye Adams and Jenni Falconer have embraced this remarkably versatile tote, joining the ranks of delighted customers.
Founded in 2017, Sarah Haran Accessories has earned acclaim for seamlessly blending fashion and functionality. Inspired by a vision to create handbags that effortlessly transition from day to night.
At the core of Sarah Haran’s handbags lies an ingenious popper system, enabling wearers to endlessly restyle their bags, offering a multitude of looks from a single accessory.
The brand’s commitment to excellence has garnered recognition from prestigious publications such as The Guardian, The Scotsman, The Times, and Marie Claire.
Fashion Director Anna Murphy of The Times hailed the bags as “a stroke of genius” acknowledging their transformative appeal and innovative design.
Beyond crafting exceptional handbags, Sarah Haran Accessories is dedicated to fostering a vibrant community. Through engaging events and the ‘Bags of Joy’ Facebook group, the brand strives to create a supportive environment that brings joy and connection to women’s lives.
Established in 2017, Sarah Haran Accessories is the brainchild of handbag designer Sarah Haran. With a passion for creativity, craftsmanship, and bringing joy to customers through her luxury handbags and accessories, Sarah made the bold decision to follow her heart and focus on designing innovative handbags that enhance daily life and inspire confidence.
As an independent boutique brand, Sarah Haran Accessories takes a sustainable approach, producing in small quantities and rigorously testing each product to ensure superior quality.
For more information about Sarah Haran bags visit www.sarahharan.com
Flapjackery Easter Flapjacks
Flapjackery Easter Flapjacks by Post
Flapjackery has the perfect edible gluten free Easter treats to send by post with its range of delicious flapjacks that are the perfect alternative to a chocolate egg.
All flapjacks are gluten free, vegetarian and contain no palm oil. They are suitable for home freezing and have a varying shelf life, depending upon the ingredients, with the shortest shelf life being two weeks. They are individually wrapped and delivered in a recyclable cardboard box.
Happy Easter Plaque Message Flapjack Box £34
Wish someone a Happy Easter with this Message Flapjack Box. A giant slab (the equivalent of 4 pieces) of delicious Millionaire Flapjack has been hand written with the message ‘Happy Easter’ in white chocolate.
A delicious way to send Easter well wishes, each box includes a brilliant selection of flapjack flavours that are ideal for sharing with family and friends. The perfect unique gift idea for Easter, this scrumptious box of artisan flapjacks is sure to go down a treat.
Mega Happy Easter Message Flapjack Box £48
The indulgent Mega Happy Easter Message Flapjack Box is the perfect alternative to chocolate eggs this Easter. A giant slab (the equivalent of 4 pieces) of delicious Millionaire Flapjack of Flapjack has been hand written with the message ‘Happy Easter’ in white chocolate.
A delicious way to send Easter well wishes, each box includes a brilliant selection of flapjack flavours that are ideal for sharing with family and friends.
Easter Flapjack Box from £12.50
The Easter Flapjack Box is an indulgent box of flapjacks which include its fabulous Millionaires Egg Splat Flapjack and Chocolate Fudge Egg Smash Up Flapjack.
Truly delicious and chocolatey for an indulgent nibble over the Easter holidays, each flapjack is handmade in Devon with only the finest ingredients. A great gift idea for families and an ideal addition to any Easter food table, this scrumptious box of artisan flapjacks is sure to go down a treat.
Chocolate Fudge Egg Smash Up Flapjack from £12
The Chocolate Fudge Egg Smash Up Flapjack is the ultimate Easter treat. The rich dark chocolate fudge flapjack base is generously topped with smashed up mini Easter eggs and a white chocolate drizzle.
This rich and scrumptious chocolate flapjack is the perfect indulgent treat and a great alternative to an Easter egg. With gift wrapping available, this would also be a wonderful gift for any chocolate lover or flapjack fan.
Millionaires Egg Splat Flapjack Box is available from £12
A fun Easter twist has been added to the classic and ever-popular Millionaire’s Flapjack. Handmade in Devon with only the finest natural ingredients, the buttery flapjack base has been topped with a smooth layer of creamy fudge and a luxurious Belgian milk chocolate layer.
This is then finished with a hand-created free-range egg design in white and orange chocolate. This decadent flapjack is the perfect indulgent treat and a great alternative to chocolate Easter eggs. With gift wrapping available, this would also be a wonderful Easter gift for any flapjack fan.
Pick the box you fancy and send it with love this Easter at www.flapjackery.co.uk
Non-Alcoholic Spirits
New London Light
Non-Alcoholic Spirits
New London Light is an exquisite selection of contemporary non-alcoholic spirits and aperitifs crafted by the multi-award winning team at Salcombe Gin.
Immerse yourself in the captivating world of New London Light, available in three enticing expressions, ‘First Light’, ‘Aegean Sky’ and ‘Midnight Sun’. Whether enjoyed straight, mixed with tonic, or incorporated into a delightful cocktail, each variation promises an unrivalled sensory journey.
Crafted using only natural ingredients without artificial flavours or added sugars, the elegant collection is packed full of integrity. Every sip of New London Light makes our oceans healthier, with 1% of UK net sales revenue donated to the Marine Conservation Society, supporting the protection and regeneration of seagrass.
All are available to order online at www.newlondonlight.com
Afternoon Tea Hamper
DukesHill Tea
Hamper & Recipe
Shower the mother figure in your life or someone special with appreciation and a thoughtful gift from DukesHill.
Delight her with an expertly packed gift box brimming with exceptional chocolates, or a hamper bursting with delicious treats.
DukesHill’s Afternoon Tea Hamper £66 for 6 items
Traditionally presented in a rustic wicker basket with leather straps that can be used for picnics and storage, this Afternoon Tea Hamper contains a selection of indulgent chocolates and treats.
From a delicious fruitcake and traditional melt-in-the-mouth all-butter Scottish shortbread, your mum will love working her way through the hamper of delights.
Chocolate tiffin (500g), 2nd Flush Darjeeling Tea Pyramid Bags (x15), Grandad’s light fruit loaf cake (500g), Flapjack (350g), Handmade Scottish shortbread (300g), Milk chocolate, crunchy biscuit & caramelised pecan mendiants (150g)
Pancake Breakfast Selection £33.75 includes 6 items
Surprise your mum with an irresistible pancake breakfast selection. Contains 6 wholegrain pancakes, 6 lemon and poppy seed pancakes, cultured butter, blossom soft set honey and DukesHill’s finest traditionally cured British streaky bacon. Serve with their delectable strawberry jam.
Contains wholegrain pancakes (x6), lemon and poppy seed pancakes (x6), cultured butter (210g), blossom soft set honey (350g), unsmoked dry cured streaky bacon (350g), strawberry jam (227g)
Large chocolate selection from £29.95 for 250g
DukesHill’s signature chocolate selection is presented in a beautiful gift box with a red ribbon. The perfect selection of chocolates to delight and surprise.
Each hand filled selection comprises a mix of milk, dark and caramelised white chocolates including pralines, ganache, gianduja and caramels.
DukesHill have also shared a delicious recipe which is perfect for Mother’s Day, afternoon tea, or simply to make you and your friends smile. Made with their delicious Rhubarb & Ginger Jam, it tastes lovely with a cup of tea or coffee.
DukesHill Ginger & Rhubarb Cake Recipe with Brown Buttercream
Ingredients
• 320g unsalted butter
• 320g light brown sugar
• 320g self-raising flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1 ½ tbsp ground ginger
• 1 tsp mixed spice
• 1 tsp salt
• 6 eggs
• 2 tbsp black treacle
• 1 tsp vanilla paste
• 2 tbsp milk
• Half a jar of DukesHill Rhubarb & Ginger Jam
• 500g good quality salted butter
• 500g icing sugar
• 30ml double cream
• Black pepper
• 1 tbsp honey
• Fudge to decorate, crumbled
Method
1. Grease and flour three 20cm cake tins and preheat the oven to 170°C.
2. In a large bowl, sieve together the flour, ginger, mixed spice, salt and baking powder and set aside. Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
3. While still beating the mixture, add the eggs one at a time, adding a spoonful of flour mixture if it starts to curdle. Whisk in the black treacle. Pour into the prepared tins and bake for 25 minutes – or until the cakes spring back to the touch and an inserted skewer comes out clean.
4. Set aside to cool for 5 minutes, while you combine the milk and vanilla paste together. Remove the cakes from the tins and place on a wire rack. Brush each cake with the vanilla milk soak and leave to cool.
5. To make the brown buttercream, place the butter in a pan over a medium heat and cook while stirring from time to time. Don’t go away – watch the colour and smell the aromas carefully, as it will turn quickly.
6. When the butter has turned light brown and smells nutty, remove from the heat. Don’t allow it to brown too much otherwise it will taste acrid. Set aside for at least 20 minutes to cool.
7. Sieve the icing sugar in a stand mixer and add the brown butter and double cream. Whisk until it thickens. It can be made in advance and chilled.
8. To assemble the cakes, place the first sponge onto a serving plate, drizzle a little honey over the sponge and twist of freshly milled black pepper. Then, pipe buttercream around the edge of the sponge before spooning jam into the middle. The buttercream forms a barrier that prevents the cakes from sliding around.
6. Pipe buttercream over the jam. Add the next sponge and repeat the process. For the final sponge, add the drizzle of honey and black pepper and finish with a layer of buttercream. Add crumbled fudge around the circumference to decorate.
For more information about DukesHill visit www.dukeshill.co.uk
Cider & Chocolate Hamper
Sandford Orchards
Cider Hamper
Sandford Orchards has just launched a new hamper, perfect for Mother’s Day and Easter. It contains two bottles of their fine sparkling ciders and two bars of delicious Willy’s chocolate, all lovingly handmade in Devon.
The first cider is Katja, created from Katy apples that are pressed and fermented cool with a white wine yeast to enhance their fresh and fragrant apple characteristics. The result is an elegant sparkling-wine like drink and a fabulous British alternative to Prosecco.
The second cider is Katja Rosé, which is created using the same method but the skins of Rondo grapes are added during the fermentation process to give it a beautiful blush colour. The result is a sparkling cider which tastes of sun ripened cherries and peaches with notes of apple blossom and candyfloss, balanced with tannins from the wineskins.
Sandford Orchards takes a low impact approach to producing cider, their orchards act as carbon sinks, promote soil health and support biodiversity. Their apples are all grown in a 20 mile radius of the cider works.
Their by-products are bio-converted locally into natural green gas and CO2, which is used to carbonate their ciders, and they use locally coppiced regenerating woodlands for fuel for heating water and have installed solar panels which produce 25% of their required electricity.
They are working towards having all their company vehicles charged by renewable power. They use natural lighting, rainwater harvested from their roofs and insulation to reduce their energy requirements. Their cider is produced using filtration and cold sterilisation and without the need for boiling ingredients.
Sandford Orchards New Bubbles & Chocolate Hamper retails at £30.00.
For information about Sandford Orchards visit www.sandfordorchards.co.uk
Chimichurri Chilli Relish
Chimichurri Chilli
Vegan Relish
The latest addition to the Tracklements range of artisan condiments is the new Special Edition Chimichurri Chilli Relish.
A popular, green sauce originating from Argentina and Uruguay, this is a veritable flavour fiesta of coriander, oregano, parsley, garlic and lemon juice. And as if that’s not enough, Bird’s Eye Chillies are slipped in to get the party started on pretty much everything this cheeky relish touches.
Traditionalists may say it should be reserved for complementing the richness of churrasco – grilled or barbecued meat – but, in our opinion, it deserves a seat at any table.
All at once aromatic, herby, citrusy, tart and garlicky with a chilli kick, this versatile relish makes a wonderful addition to a variety of dishes, as well as an excellent cooking ingredient and table condiment. When does its goodness end? It doesn’t.
Chimichurri Chilli Relish gives an herbaceous kick both spooned on to barbecued steak and drizzled over chicken, fish and mixed veg (oven or fire prepped).
It’s an exciting dipper for a double-fried chunky chip, lays back to be lauded in a grilled halloumi wrap, and satisfies all lovers of a Sunday roast leftovers sandwich. It also makes an elaborate foil for ceviche and adds a burst of fresh zesty flavour to sliced tomatoes or liberally spread (don’t be shy) on warm bruschetta.
It won’t be around for long, so get it while it’s hot!
Back in 1970, William Tullberg made the first British wholegrain mustard. 50 years on William’s son, Guy, carries on his legacy. However, that one mustard has matured into eight varieties and over 40 award-winning chutneys, relishes and sauces.
A store cupboard hero for both celebrity chefs and home cooks, the range is still handmade in the green heart of Wiltshire, abiding to traditional recipes, with an underpinning principle to buy the best quality ingredients sourced
locally wherever possible to ensure the products taste as good as, if not better than, homemade. B Corp accredited Tracklements believe in business as a force for good, protecting the environment as they go.
They’re committed to make the most planet-friendly condiments you can buy minimising their environmental footprint through using recyclable packaging, their own water treatment facility, and over 10,000 square feet of solar panels, supplemented by 100% renewable electricity generated by wind and/or hydro assets. And they don’t shy away from wonky veg either!
Tracklements Special Edition Chimichurri Chilli Relish RRP £4.10 for 170g, is available from fine food delis and farm shops nationwide and also online from www.tracklements.co.uk