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Friday, 16 May 2025

Devon's Voyager Coffee Introduces New Single Origin: Sitio São Lourenço

Voyager Coffee, Devon's leading specialty roaster, has announced its latest single origin release: Sitio São Lourenço, a Brazilian coffee from the southern region of Minas Gerais. Grown by fifth-generation producer Antônio Afonso de Oliveira, this delicious coffee brings a smooth, full-bodied cup with rich tasting notes of baker's chocolate, walnut, and stewed plum.

Sourced from Santana da Vargem, famed for its lush valleys, rich soil, and ideal coffee-growing conditions, this single origin showcases a creamy body, mellow acidity and slight sweetness. The gentle roasting helps maintain its balanced profile, ensuring it works beautifully for both espresso and filter.

Antônio farms using sustainable, regenerative practices, and is a founding member of Coopasv, a small cooperative dedicated to supporting local producers with fair pricing, shared infrastructure and agronomic support. Antônio describes his coffee simply, “I drink it and I think it's a sweet, clean coffee -the best coffee in the world for me. It's a product of my work, my family's work, and our history.”

In September 2024, Voyager's Head Roaster, Gabriel Fill, visited Sitio São Lourenço with export partner Volcafe. There, he met Antônio and witnessed the resilience behind the cup: following a devastating frost in 2021, Antônio lost a significant portion of his crop and turned to honey production to sustain the farm while replanting new coffee trees. Coopasv stepped in with seedlings, logistical support, and market access - a testament to the strength of community-based sourcing.

Gabriel comments, “Meeting Antônio and seeing firsthand how a small farm like his survives and thrives was incredibly humbling and reinforced the importance of seeing the producers behind every bean. This coffee is not only delicious, it's a story of perseverance and partnership. Sitio São Lourenço represents the kind of meaningful relationship we aim to build with every origin we work with.Behind every cup is a family, a farm, and a community working tirelessly to bring us the coffee we love.”

Voyager's Sitio São Lourenço is available now at voyagercoffee.co.uk, in three sizes (227g, £10.50 / 500g, £21.00 / 1kg, £35.00). It's suitable for all brewing methods, including filter, stovetop, domestic espresso, cafetiere, and AeroPress.

Monday, 7 April 2025

Mexican and South American restaurant Las Iguanas announce biggest-ever menu refresh with vibrant flavours, exciting offers and fan-favourite dishes

Las Iguanas, the UK’s home of bold Mexican and South American cuisines, is launching its most ambitious menu overhaul to date.

The popular restaurant is introducing a fresh lineup of mouthwatering dishes, bringing back long-lost favourites, and unveiling a brand-new rhythm of the week packed with innovative, exciting offers. 

The new menu, launching tomorrow, Tuesday April 8, is designed to celebrate the fresh, exotic flavours that have made Las Iguanas a firm favourite for in excess of three decades. 

Whether you’re a long-time fan or a first-time visitor, there’s something for everyone, from sharing tapas with friends to indulging in a hearty Latin American classic or sipping on Las Iguanas’ legendary cocktails.

Tapas takes centre stage, making Las Iguanas the perfect place to meet, chat, and explore flavours inspired by the vibrant street foods of Brazil, Mexico, and beyond. We see the return of the viral £15 bottomless tapas deal which flooded Tiktok in January this year.

Guests can enjoy a selection of small plates, including new and improved nachos with freshly made guacamole, cheesy quesadillas, fiery patatas bravas, the return of the popular Pao de Queijo cheese dough balls, and a range of exciting new South American-inspired dishes. 

For those who have been waiting for the return of old favourites, the much-loved Xinxim curry is making a comeback, along with other long-requested classics.

With this menu relaunch, Las Iguanas is also redefining its dining experience and re-establishing itself as a must-visit destination for those of all ages, where great food, a lively atmosphere, and handcrafted cocktails create unforgettable moments. 

The new refresh also introduces unbeatable offers, including every day legendary 2-for-1 cocktails now available from 3pm-6pm and 9pm-close, Bottomless Tapas for just £15 Sunday to Thursday, and a weekday Lunch Menu offering a classic main and a drink for just £10. 

Bottomless Brunch is still available to book every day until 3pm, and students can enjoy an extended Bottomless Brunch every Wednesday until 9pm.

To celebrate the relaunch, Las Iguanas has offered fans the chance to be among the first to experience the new menu. From March 17, guests can enter via the website and social channels to win one of 10 £100 vouchers. Additionally, from April 8- May 29, My Iguanas app users and newsletter subscribers can enjoy £20 off their entire bill when spending £50 or more on food and drink (excluding Easter weekend).

Las Iguanas has been bringing the vibrant flavours of Mexico and South America to the UK since opening its first restaurant in Bristol back in 1991. Known for its colourful murals, upbeat music, and warm hospitality, the restaurant continues to be a go-to destination for those seeking bold flavours, great company, and unforgettable experiences.

For more information, visit lasiguanas.co.uk.