In the past, when making dinner plans, the mention of a vegan attending would be enough to make anyone stay home in front of Netflix instead. But now, as the number of vegans in the UK has skyrocketed to at least half a million, not only are our favourite high street restaurants catching up to speed but some of the world's best exclusively vegetarian and vegan restaurants have popped up across the country. The trick is knowing where to look. From ethical fine dining to cruelty-free fast-food, we’ve rounded up the best establishments across the UK, where any vegan can get their fill of tasty and nutritious food without feeling like they have to compromise on style or flavour. You'll never need to cancel your dinner plans again. Food For Friends, Brighton This smart and classy eatery in the heart of Brighton’s historic lanes is part of a newer breed of high-design veggie restaurants in the UK that goes way beyond your average hemp-filled cafe, and is perfect for wining and … [Read more...] about World Vegan Day: Best vegan restaurants in the UK
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This Leicester company makes the BEST vegan cakes in the UK
Leicestershire business The Vegan Cakery is celebrating after its products rose to the occasion to be named the best in the UK at the national VegFest UK Awards. The Fleckney-based cakery picked up the 'Best Vegan Cakes' award for the fourth year in a row. Owner and self-taught vegan baker Michelle Orme received the award – which is voted for by members of the public around the UK – from TV presenter, radio DJ, actress and model Sarah-Jane Crawford at the VegFest awards ceremony at Olympia London in Kensington. Michelle’s success this weekend is the seventh national accolade for her popular one-woman business since 2013 - the year after she established The Vegan Cakery from her home kitchen. “I really didn’t expect to win three Vegfest UK awards in a row, so to now make it four in succession is absolutely incredible”, said Michelle. “I am so, so grateful for all of those customers and members of the public who chose to support The Vegan Cakery … [Read more...] about This Leicester company makes the BEST vegan cakes in the UK
Christmas Markets in the UK worth the journey from Liverpool
The festive season is just around the corner and there are lots of Christmas Markets in the UK that are well worth a visit to. They offer a whole raft of Christmas goods including beautifully crafted gifts, food, homeware, clothing and jewellery from boutique retailers. At another, there will be funfair rides for children to enjoy as well as musical entertainment by local buskers. Some have carol services and all of them promise a great atmosphere and plenty of Christmas cheer. Here they are, in order of their distance from Liverpool. Chester How far from Liverpool: 27 miles What it has to offer: There will be more than 70 traditional wooden chalets in Chester all wrapped around a sparkling Christmas tree, and an abundance of festive treats. There will be an abundance of festive treats and gifts on offer, including quality local and regional products, crafts, clothing, accessories, jewellery, unique gifts and stocking fillers. Cosy up with a festive tipple or two in the Real Ale Bar at … [Read more...] about Christmas Markets in the UK worth the journey from Liverpool
Why Grimsby is the best place in the UK to invest in property
‘Resurgent’ Grimsby is catching the eye of property investors in other parts of the country who believe the town is one of the best places in the UK to put their money. A combination of low house prices and high demand for quality rentable accommodation is proving an irresistible lure – especially against a backdrop of major new developments and the prospect of faster rail connections to London. One couple have sourced 30 Grimsby homes for eager investors over the past 18 months alone, in addition to buying three themselves. They now make a 500-mile round trip every fortnight from their home near Eastbourne to identify potential buy-to-lets. Paul and Ann Waters, who run Panda Property Investments Ltd, say the former fishing port is ‘definitely on the up’ after years of decline and they love visiting the area, looking for houses they can either buy or pass on. Ann said: “Grimsby has had a lot of bad press in the past, but we love going there. … [Read more...] about Why Grimsby is the best place in the UK to invest in property
Aldi may launch a same-day delivery service in the UK
WAITING for your groceries to be delivered can take days - but soon shoppers may be able to get their Aldi order on the same day that they placed it. The discounter has launched a same-day delivery service in America and experts reckon they could be poised to roll it out in the UK too, reports The Grocer. The budget supermarket already delivers orders for Specialbuy items and launched the service to cover wines and spirit too in July this year. The delivery service in the States uses a third-party company called Instacart to the get the goods to customers' doors in a speedy time, and there are already similar firms in the UK being used by supermarkets. On the Dot, Home Run and Quiqup deliver shopping from Tesco, M&S and Waitrose to London postcodes on the same day that it's ordered. The companies provide their own "pickers" too, who find the items you've ordered in store as well as delivering them. Here's how to cut the cost of your grocery shopSAVING on your shop can make a big … [Read more...] about Aldi may launch a same-day delivery service in the UK