This season, Italian gelato meets the serene world of matcha as Badiani 1932, the legendary Florentine gelato brand, partners with premium ceremonial-grade matcha specialists OMGTEA to launch an innovative, limited-edition matcha gelato, just in time for the summer season. Now available in select Badiani shops in London & Brighton, the collaboration features a carefully curated selection of matcha drinks, affogatos and desserts that blend Italian indulgence with the clean, earthy depth of Japanese matcha. The hero of the menu? A brand-new OMGTEA Gelato, made using 100% organic matcha, which can be enjoyed on its own or as part of Badiani’s…
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Something borrowed, something bubbly Just in time for peak wedding season, DASH Water – the makers of deliciously simple, real fruit-infused soft drinks – is popping the question: “Will you let us bring the bubbles?” Introducing “I Do, With DASH” – a new feel-good campaign giving soon-to-be-wed couples the chance to WIN a 48-can Pick & Mix of DASH for their big day. Whether it’s to stock the reception bar, fill the fridge the night before, or keep guests refreshed the morning after, DASH is here to add a little sparkle to the celebrations. Running from 9th – 16th June, the competition invites couples getting…
As homeowners across the country roll up their sleeves for spring gardening and landscaping projects, property disputes expert Elliott Brookes, Partner, Property Disputes Team at B P Collins, is urging the public to take proactive steps to avoid falling out with their neighbours. The guidance has been shared following GTSE’s guide to Garden Projects and Planning Permission. From hedge height dramas to creeping tree roots, garden-related disagreements are among the most common causes of tension between neighbours, but they don’t have to be. Taking a thoughtful approach when making garden changes and having awkward conversations upfront can reduce conflict later down the line. Elliott…
Books are no longer just a holiday read for taking to the beach. Brits are increasingly choosing book-inspired breaks for their summer trips, selecting destinations based on themes from Hogwarts to Holmes. With BookTok booming and digital detoxes trending, “lit-trips” (literary-themed getaways) are a new but growing travel trend for 2025. To help readers plan their next page-turning adventure, coach travel experts FlixBus analysed Google search and social media data across 67 of the top “bookish” destinations around the UK, before ranking the destinations based on overall popularity and growth in interest. Here are the top 8 must-visit literary hotspots to visit this…
New research announced today reveals the true extent of Britain’s love affair with Cornish pasties – and how provenance and heritage count. An overwhelming majority (89%) of consumers would expect a traditional Cornish Pasty, made in Cornwall, to contain British meat. In fact, knowing that a product contains British meat would make eight out of 10 (78%) consumers more likely to buy it. The data – by The Phat Pasty Co – reveals transparency and honesty make a big difference as well. Nearly three quarters (72%) of consumers would feel frustrated if they purchased a food product that was labelled…
A first-of-its-kind report has revealed that UK universities are spending an estimated £300million annually on cleaning academic and residential buildings. The Cleaning Services Benchmarking Review 2025, produced by the Association of University Directors of Estates (AUDE) and facilities management experts LitmusFM, offers the most detailed look yet at sector-wide cleaning costs. With 72% of universities facing a financial deficit by the 2025-26 academic year[1], and a number of institutions announcing job cuts in recent weeks, the benchmarking report aims to help universities understand how their cleaning operation compares to other establishments, make informed decisions and operate as efficiently as possible.…
Millions of people in the UK are heading into retirement significantly underfunded compared to the wider population, new data shows.The 2025 Underpensioned Report, published today by now:pensions in partnership with the Pensions Policy Institute (PPI), found that underpensioned groups have annual private pension incomes of just £3,650 to £6,750. That’s well below the population average of £8,500, leaving many vulnerable to financial insecurity in retirement.While automatic enrolment has transformed pension savings since its introduction in 2012, bringing more than 11 million additional people into workplace schemes, many individuals still fall through the cracks. Those in underpensioned groups often don’t meet…
Parents and guardians across England and Wales have racked up more than £41 million in fines for taking their children out of school for term-time holidays, new data from Confused.com reveals.Freedom of Information requests submitted by the price comparison site found that over 873,000 Fixed Penalty Notices (FPNs) have been issued since 2022. The vast majority were handed out in England, where councils issued 873,062 fines, compared to just 2,762 in Wales.Essex County Council topped the list, issuing 35,605 fines – the equivalent of £2.05 million paid by parents. Bradford City Council wasn’t far behind, issuing 35,023 fines worth £1.8…
As the UK hospitality sector faces a triple tax burden as of 1 April, an innovative platform is emerging as a solution for both struggling restaurants and chefs seeking financial independence. Cheffie – which connects food lovers with vetted chefs for exceptional quality meals at home – has seen 15 chefs on average sign up every day for the past six months, as restaurant closures hit their highest level in over a decade. A total of 1,409 UK restaurant businesses entered insolvency in 2023/24 (year ending 30 September 2024), up from 1,180 in 2022/23. Added to this, the combination of business rates…
Living rooms shaked off their formal origins, from entertaining visitors with polite tea and baked goods, to being today’s spot to entertain, unwind and catch up on the latest box set. From its stoic origins, we take a look at how the modern living room is balancing the demand for forgiving solutions that cope with the rigours of modern living. A Combination of Styles The joy of celebrating traditional architecture with modern furnishing means modern living rooms are embracing rather than covering traditional features and allowing modern elements, prints and colours to add a contemporary twist. This living room features…