I reviewed Chocolate Shop a little before Christmas, and think it is just the thing for Valentine’s. Yes, The Chocolate Lover’s Wine makes the perfect match and will delight many on Valentine’s Day. This really is the ultimate treat for chocolate lovers, and will be an experience like no other.
A fine balance between a seductive rich dark chocolate and premium red wine delivers a splendid twist over regular wines of choice for this special occasion. With inviting aromas of black cherry and rich dark chocolate combined, these continue on the palate surrounded by hints of cocoa powder and soft vanilla.
Commenting on Chocolate Shop, Lewis Jones, Managing Director of D&D Wines International, said:
“Chocolate and red wine is a classic pairing, so our new chocolate infused red wine is a truly indulgent treat for chocolate lovers. We believe it will make a fantastic Valentine’s Day treat”.
As an alternative to serving at room temperature, try Chocolate Shop as a short drink over ice or as a refreshing long drink by adding to fresh orange juice.
Or if you’re cooking up a delicious meal to celebrate try our simple recipe for sumptuous Chocolate Shop Tiramisu for a truly seductive and indulgent experience.
Chocolate Shop Tiramisu
You will need:-
250g mascarpone
3 tbsps icing sugar
5 tbsps Chocolate Shop wine
1 tbsp vanilla extract
150ml double cream
200ml cold strong coffee
4 sponge fingers
1 tbsp grated dark chocolate
Sift icing sugar into mascarpone and beat in vanilla extract and Chocolate Shop wine.
Method:-
• In a separate bowl, whisk cream to soft peaks. Mix cream and mascarpone and refrigerate for a few minutes.
• Break sponge fingers in two and dip into coffee.
• Place sponge fingers in the bottom of serving glasses and spoon over mascarpone mixture.
• Decorate with grated chocolate
Serve with a glass of Chocolate Shop to accompany.
Chocolate Shop is available from Sainsbury’s and The Co-operative food stores and has a suggested RSP of £8.99 and ABV of 12 per cent. For more information on this scrumptious wine, check out http://www.chocolateshopwine.co.uk.
I love these earphones! OK, so they’re not the most beautiful bits of tech you have ever seen, but you get a quality piece of kit for the price!
The Etymotic HF3’s are understated, comfortable and perfect for the most demanding audio connoisseurs. Using noise isolation these earphones offer a high-end experience at a rather reasonable price of £134.95.
Comfort
One of the overriding perceptions that people have of in-earphones, is that they are uncomfortable – this is certainly NOT the case for the HF3’s, as their soft and flexible ear buds provide a superbly comfortable listening experience. Due to their malleable form, they sit snugly in the ear canal and lodge firmly in place, so you don’t have to worry about them falling out.
As I have larger and more cavernous ears, the large buds suited my needs just fine. However, if you’re not jug eared like me, then there are diddy ones for you to wrap your lug holes around. The provided ear bud shapes also vary just to make sure they suit your needs. Furthermore, Etyomotic offer a service that provides users with customisable earplugs – just to make sure you are comfortable! - http://www.etymotic.com/customfit/index.html
Sound
In terms of sound quality – the HF3’s score good marks, yet again! The speakers deliver crisp, sharp notes, which are a joy to listen to. The bass is relatively good for an in-ear headset, but sometimes suffers at higher volumes. But it has to be said, the audio quality is comparable to far more expensive headsets, if not better!
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Now we have got over Christmas and how commercialised it has become, I wanted to seek out alternative gift ideas.
The greatest gift of all could possibly be giving someone their confidence back, or being able to help with a separation or bereavement.
Forget jumpers and jigsaws, the greatest gift of all could be therapy.
One such therapist who could really help a loved one who may be suffering is Susan Werthem (MBACP) of Mindflow Counselling.
As well as counselling people who suffer with anxiety, stress, relationship problems and anger, Susan is also an experienced bereavement therapist, who worked with victims, families and survivors of the London 7/7 bombings.
Giving someone their life back cannot be measured and Susan, a counsellor in Hertfordshire and London at Mindflow Counselling will listen in a non-judgemental way.
If you are worried about someone close, you should maybe think about suggesting a consultation. It could be the most important gift you have ever given.
Lingerieplease.co.uk is dedicated to finding the best brands and lingerie no matter what your size. With only but the best in quality and price, a special gift for you loved one this Valentine’s Day from Lingerieplease will surely delight her!
Buying lingerie for Valentines Day is one way to add a little spice for a special night! With such a variety of sexy items to choose from, she will without a doubt be very grateful in what she receives! You can choose the perfect colour, from flirty pink, saucy purple and sexy black. Maybe a French Knicker Set, sexy corsets and Saucy suspenders is the way to go this Valentines Day? No matter what, a gift from Lingerieplease will make the ideal Valentines Day surprise for your loved one!
I absolutely love this range of Chaslyn nightwear. The Chaslyn Martineque Satin Chemise in Black is fabulous! This sexy little satin number is a fabulous way to make you look and feel good at bedtime! Naughty, I know! I love the fact that it is reduced to an affordable £15! Lingerieplease say – ‘With satin soft material and lace trim, this silky Chemise is both feminine and sophisticated. Its ruffled trim oozes fine detail making this little black number look truly fabulous!’
With the approach to Valentines Day drawing nearer, now is your time to bag yourself an incredible bargain with Lingerieplease. They have a Valentine’s Sale on where you can get huge savings on fantastic items. Please check out their site for all the deals!
Jigsaws are a great favourite for many families. And why not make jigsaws a way to bring loved ones together on Valentine’s Day. We all get fed up of receiving chocolate on occasions such as this, so for those looking for any sugar-free alternatives, this jigsaw from Coiledspring Games could be just the gift for you!
This 1,000 piece puzzle is sure to engage everyone from hubby to the little ones. It could be a great way to get the whole family doing something together on Valentine’s. With this bright and cheerful heart jigsaw, you simple piece together these beautiful hearts to end up with a heart loving picture. This is quite an intricate pattern of hearts, and it could take a while to complete, but just think of all the ‘family time’ you will have whilst doing it! The pieces themselves are extremely high-quality, smooth-edged and fit well. This one is a must have for puzzle fanatics!
Rather than gorging your way through a box of chocolates, your family can get to grips with a real challenge and get their puzzling hats on. It’s educational for the kids and enjoyable for everyone else! At a price of £12.00 this also makes for a very affordable gift too.
