Celebrate the Royal Coronation with a real Cornish Cream Tea

As the nation gears up to celebrate the King's Coronation, there's really no better way to mark the occasion than with the quintessential British tradition of cream teas with authentic Cornish clotted cream. Accept no imitations - always look for PDO status on the label (protected designation of origin) as the only way to ensure every part of producing the cream happened in Cornwall.

Cornish clotted cream was granted PDO in 1998 to ensure each pot is of the highest quality, produced by traditional methods in Cornwall using exceptionally delicious Cornish milk, has a unique taste and is made according to strict guidelines. 

Trewithen Dairy uses only milk from Cornish herds to make their award-winning crusted clotted cream. It is gently heated and left to cool slowly, allowing the cream to rise to the surface to form the famous thick golden crust. 

The long weekend of celebrating is the perfect time to share little luxuries and indulgent treats with friends and family. A dozen scones, whether homemade or shop-bought, adorned with jam and cream complete the British spread - with its red and white colours reminiscent of St George's flag.

“There are countless ways to enjoy a cream tea and while we love reimagining the toppings, there's something satisfying and quintessentially British about a freshly baked scone with lashings of jam followed by Cornish clotted cream,” says Francis Clarke, director at Trewithen Dairy. 

“As we celebrate the King's Coronation, we encourage everyone to experience a true taste of the Cornwall with scones and a pot of traditional Cornish clotted cream. It's the ideal treat to share at street parties, garden gatherings and to enjoy while watching this significant event.”

The tradition of afternoon tea has barely evolved since the 11th century when the Duchess of Bedford purportedly requested a delicate afternoon snack to keep her going until dinner. It quickly became the perfect opportunity to impress through dainty sandwiches, miniature cakes, pretty china and scones. The West Country developed their own take on afternoon tea, splitting freshly baked scones before adding jam and rich clotted cream.

Whether you decide to mark the occasion with a traditional cream tea, or perhaps add your own modern twist with an array of different delicious toppings – one thing we can all agree on is that it's got to have Cornish clotted cream!

For our range of authentic Cornish cream tea hampers, order from www.trewithendairy.co.uk or look for Cornish clotted cream from your local supermarket.

Trewithen Dairy's coronation recipes are available https://www.trewithendairy.co.uk/recipes

Lemon meringue clotted cream cake

Coronation spinach, broad bean and clotted cream quiche

Summer fruit clotted cream tart

Coronation chicken skewers with mango dipping sauce

I am Döner launches The Coronation Chicken Kebab

Fans of real doner kebabs who are also looking forward to the Coronation of King Charles III will be thrilled with this news: To commemorate the King’s Coronation I am Döner is introducing a special fit for a king.  The coronation chicken Berlin doner. 

Fit for a king, the coronation chicken berlin doner. This big bite has marinated grilled chicken shawarma, served with coronation mayonnaise, sultanas, dried mango, tomato, feta, red onion, grated carrot, fresh coriander, pickled red cabbage, crispy fried vegetables all wrapped up in a freshly made flat bread.

Inspired by the dish "Poulet Reine Elizabeth" now widely known as Coronation Chicken that was created by Le Cordon Bleu London to be served at the Coronation Luncheon of the Queen in 1953.

Paul Baron (former top chef at Whites Café Bar) who is the founder and owner of I am Döner says “We always send a voucher to the royal family for their special occasions. After seeing in the press that the King said it is all ‘in the sauce’ for kebabs I couldn’t miss the opportunity to make a special kebabs for the occasion!’

The Coronation chicken special will also be available as a rice box, salad box or street cart fries and will be available in all stores throughout May.

To learn more and to place your order please visit https://www.iamdoner.co.uk.

CAMPARI cocktails fit for a King – celebrate the Coronation with the Royal Negroni Sbagliato, Coronation Negroni, and the CAMPARI Coronation Spritz

With the Coronation of King Charles III soon upon us, CAMPARI – Italy’s iconic red aperitivo, is sharing three cocktail recipes that are fit for a King to help celebrate his majesty over the bank holiday weekend.

From the viral Royal Negroni Sbagliato, to the refreshing CAMPARI Coronation Spritz, to the iconic Coronation Negroni, there really is something for everyone this Spring. Here are the recipes for those looking to make the Royal serves at home:

CAMPARI Royal Negroni Sbagliato

The three-ingredient cocktail, which rose to fame late last year, has a rich history dating back to 1972 at Bar Basso in Milano.

Inspired by the classic Negroni Sbagliato, the CAMPARI Royal Negroni Sbagliato is elevated by substituting Prosecco for Champagne. The cocktail boasts a perfect 50/50 balance of sweet and dry vermouth alongside a touch of gold shimmer, honouring the Royal Coronation and the King himself.

Ingredients:

·        30ml CAMPARI

·        15ml 1757 Vermouth di Torino G.I. Rosso

·        15ml 1757 Vermouth di Torino G.I. Extra Dry

·        75ml Champagne Lallier R.018

·        Edible Gold Shimmer Powder

Method:

·        Stir the CAMPARI and two vermouths over ice and strain into a Champagne flute

·        Top with 75ml of ice-cold Champagne and serve with a touch of gold shimmer

Coronation Negroni

CAMPARI’s long and powerful reign in the aperitivo and cocktail drinks category depicts its dedication to storytelling, passion, and innovation since its creation in 1860. And no other cocktail is as fit for royalty as the world’s best-selling classic cocktail – the Negroni.

Simple and balanced, yet complex in taste, the Negroni is one of the most famous cocktails in the world. Invented in 1919 by Count Negroni – who, in honour of his trip to London, asked to add a touch of gin rather than soda to his usual Americano. The iconic Negroni was born and has been enjoyed around the world ever since. Long live the Negroni!

Ingredients:

·        30ml CAMPARI

·        25ml Gin

·        25ml Vermouth

·        1 orange slice garnish

·        1 lemon peel

Method:

·        Pour the CAMPARI, Gin, and Vermouth into the glass with ice, stir, add the garnishes and enjoy!

CAMPARI Coronation Spritz

Using a 3:2:1 recipe, the CAMPARI Coronation Spritz brings together English Sparkling Wine (75ml) – in place of the usual Italian Prosecco – CAMPARI (50ml), and soda water (25ml) to create a perfectly balanced, complex, sparkling drink for a stylish, sophisticated spritz celebration, perfect for bank holiday get togethers. 

Easy to create, deceptively subtle in taste, with a deeply photogenic, iconic red hue, the ruby red CAMPARI Coronation Spritz is crown jewel ready.  

Ingredients:

75ml English Sparkling Wine

50ml CAMPARI

A splash soda water (c. 25ml)

1 orange slice and orange zest for garnish

Method:

Take a large wine glass. Fill with ice.

First pour 75ml of English sparkling wine.

Add 50ml CAMPARI.

Top with 25ml of soda.

Stir gently to combine.

Garnish with a slice of orange.

Enjoy with friends.

Mini Coronation Chicken Pies with Pickled Walnut Chutney

Serves 12

Prep time: 1 hours (plus 4 hours marinading time)

Cooking time: 40 minutes

Allergens: Gluten, dairy, egg, nuts, mustard

Ingredients:

For the Coronation Chicken Pies: 

 6 chicken thighs, bone and skin removed

 1 ball of Opies Stem Ginger, finely grated 

 1 tsp cumin 

 1 tsp turmeric powder 

 3 tbsp korma paste 

 125g yoghurt

 Pinch of salt

 2 sheets shortcrust pastry 

 1 sheet puff pastry 

 A 400ml can coconut milk 

 2 tbsp mild curry powder 

 1 fresh mango, finely diced 

 100g fresh spinach 

 1 egg, beaten

 1 tsp nigella seeds

For the Spiced Walnut Chutney: 

 250g apples, peeled, cored and chopped

 ½ large onion, thinly sliced

 75g soft brown sugar 

 ½ tsp cayenne pepper

 1 tsp mustard seeds

 1 tsp salt 

 75ml Opies Pickled Walnuts pickling liquor

 ½ jar of Opies Pickled Walnuts, finely chopped

Method

1. Place all the chutney ingredients except the pickled walnuts into a large pan. Allow the sugar to

dissolve over a low heat, bring to the boil and continue until the apples are soft and broken

down. Take off the heat and stir in the pickled walnuts. Place into sterilised jars and set

aside. Note: The chutney can be made in advance, or you could simply add chopped pickled

walnuts to your favourite chutney for a shortcut. 

2. In a bowl mix the chicken thighs with the ginger, cumin, turmeric powder, korma paste,

yoghurt and a pinch of salt. Ensure they are well coated, cover and refrigerate for at least 4

hours. 

3. When ready to cook, place chicken in a deep pan over a low heat and cover with coconut milk.

Simmer for 30 - 40 minutes until the chicken is tender and falling apart. Remove with a slotted

spoon and finely shred with two forks. Set aside. Add the curry powder, mango and spinach to

the coconut milk and simmer until thick. Remove from the heat then add the chicken back to

the sauce.

4. Meanwhile preheat the oven to 200C / 180C Fan / Gas 6 and grease a 12 hole muffin tin.

Unravel the shortcrust pastry and cut out 12 circles around 10cm in diameter, then repeat with

the puff pastry using an 8cm cutter. Line the muffin tray holes with the shortcrust pastry circles

then bake blind in the oven for 5-10 minutes. Remove then add an even layer of pickled walnut

chutney to the bottom of each. Top with the chicken mixture then pop the puff pastry circles

on top to encase the filling. Crimp the edges with a fork then brush each pie with egg.

5. Sprinkle with the nigella seeds then bake for 25 - 30 minutes until golden and well risen. 

Where to Buy:

Opies Pickled Walnuts 390g available from Tesco, Morrisons, Waitrose, Ocado and Sainsbury’s from

£2.75

Opies Stem Ginger 350g available from Tesco from £2.60

Opies Stem Ginger 280g available from Asda from £2.28

Crowned King of Cocktails with Cawston Press

From the Rhubarb Royale to the Elderflower Spritz, Cawston Press has crafted the perfect cocktail recipes to cheer on your Coronation celebrations.

With the King’s Coronation just weeks away, experts in Pressed Juice, Cawston Press has developed a selection of delicious cocktail recipes to welcome in the bank holiday celebrations. Perfect for street party tipples, the crowd-pleasing recipes are easy to assemble and contain Cawston Press’ No Jiggery Pokery promise, using juice with familiar ingredients with no added sugar or sweeteners.

Embrace the balmy days of summer with a Cawston cocktail, perfectly fit for a King, with recipes including Rhubarb Royale, Elderflower Spritz, Sloe Motion and a Guilt Free Spritz. Guaranteed to get you in the Coronation spirit, mark the special occasion in style and follow the Cawston Press cocktail recipes below:

Rhubarb Royale

INGREDIENTS

● 7.5ml / 1½ TSP Strawberry puree*

● 60ml Cawston Press Sparkling Rhubarb, chilled

● 40ml Sparkling wine, (ideally english), chilled

HOW TO MAKE IT

Simply pour all your ingredients into a champagne flute, give a quick stir and

garnish with a slice of strawberry. *To make a simple strawberry puree, blitz fresh

or frozen (defrosted) 100g of strawberries with 1 tsp of sugar, then sieve. We also

recommend using a splash of strawberry liqueur in place of the puree.

Elderflower Spritz

INGREDIENTS

● 1 bottle of Cawston Press Sparkling Elderflower

Lemonade, chilled

● 125ml of Dry White Wine

● Lemon

● Ice

HOW TO MAKE IT

Half fill a large Collins glass, or similar, with ice. Pour over the white wine of choice

and Cawston Press Elderflower Lemonade, stirring to mix. Finally, garnish with a

slice of lemon. Sit back and refresh.

Sloe Motion

INGREDIENTS

● 1 can of Cawston Press Sparkling Elderflower Lemonade,

chilled

● 200ml Sloe Gin

● Lemon

HOW TO MAKE IT

In a champagne flute, pour the 20ml shot of sloe gin (bit less than a standard shot

or 2 dessert spoonfuls) then top it up with chilled Sparkling Elderflower

Lemonade. Garnish with a twist of lemon zest.

Guilt Free Spritz

INGREDIENTS

● 1 bottle of Cawston Press Sparkling Rhubarb,

chilled

● 25ml shot of alcohol-free gin

● Lemon

● Fresh mint

● Ice

HOW TO MAKE IT

Fill a spritz glass with ice. Pour over 25ml of the alcohol-free gin and top with

Cawston Press Sparkling Rhubarb, stirring to mix. Finally, garnish with a slice of

lemon and a sprig of fresh mint. Sit back and refresh.

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OGGS® Vegan Coronation Quiche

Looking for a neat vegan twist on the Coronation Quiche? You need look no further! Scrambled OGGS®, spinach, plant-based cheese and broad beans make this perfect for a Coronation street party. Feel free to mix up the fillings however you want!

This cracking alternative isn't merely tasty, it's also a great source of plant-based protein, meaning you’ll be properly fuelled and ready to hit up all the royal celebrations this May.

Ingredients:

200ml Scrambled OGGS®

500g plant-based shortcrust pastry block

150ml plant-based milk alternative

1 tbsp olive oil

60g cooked broad beans

180g cooked spinach, lightly chopped

100g grated plant-based cheese (Violife is favoured for this role!)

Salt

1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon

Side salad, to serve

Method:

Place a baking sheet in the oven and preheat to 180°C Fan (200°C / Gas 6).

Roll the pastry to the thickness of 3mm and line a 23 x 2.5cm loose-bottomed, fluted tart tin.

Refrigerate for 1 hour.

Whisk together the Scrambled OGGS® and milk alternative in a large jug and season with salt and pepper.

Scatter half the plant-based cheese into the quiche, alongside the chopped spinach, cooked broad beans and tarragon.

Pour into the pastry case and top with the remaining cheese.

Bake for 40-50 mins until the quiche has completely set and the top is golden.

Allow to cool slightly, then slice and serve with a side salad!

Doing your bit

Not only can you rest assured knowing you have all the ingredients you need to make that Royal quiche, you’ll also be doing your bit for the environment (we think our new King will approve!).

Nutritious and delicious, Scrambled OGGS® produces 60% less CO2 equivalent than eggs. With their range of plant-based egg alternatives and sweet treats, to date, OGGS® has saved over 3 million eggs, given over half a million chickens the week off, and saved enough CO2e to drive around the world 123 times! 

https://www.loveoggs.com.

Celebrate the Coronation with Lío London

From being a dedicated fan of royal family to simply enjoying a luxurious drink, Pacha’s Lío London (recently transformed from the iconic Café de Paris) has the coronation weekend cocktail selection to leave you royally impressed. 

Lío’s carefully crafted a range of cocktails inspired by the regal themes and tastes of the monarchy featuring some of the most exquisite and premium ingredients. Each drink has been expertly designed to create a unique and indulgent drinking experience, fit for a king or queen.

Cocktails include:

Long Live The King: Tanqueray No10, skinos, with citrus notes and raspberry - £20

Queen’s Passion: Ciroc summer citrus with tropical passion fruit and sweet vanilla - £20

The Heir of the Throne: Singleton 12yo, mixed with raw honey and red sour cherries - £22 

King of Soho: Kind of Soho Gin, yuzu and citrus notes, herbs and lemonade - £25

The Duchess: Casamigos reposado accompanied with Grand Marnier, fresh lime and rhubarb - £23

The Duke: Casamigos mezcal, ojo de dios hibiscus, umami sense, fresh lime and grapefruit soda - £25

And, if you really want to splash, out there is something for you too:

Crown Jewel (served in an actual crown): Johnnie Walker blue, with macadamia nuts and chocolate - £65

Lastly, for those who prefer a non-alcoholic option providing a refreshing a guilt-free indulgence, they offer:

Mock the Jester: Seedlip, with sweet agave and citrus fruits - £15

Lío London offers a unique concept, so while you’re sipping on your cocktail you can enjoy the signature cuisine, music and a modern reinterpretation of a cabaret show. The Mediterranean inspired à la carte menu has been expertly brought to life by former Kensington Palace executive Chef Attila Kalanyos and includes the signature Pacha Cherry dessert alongside delicacies such as Blue Fin T-Bone Tuna and Confit Potatoes.  

Wow! This looks absolutely great and looks an ideal venue for you to celebrate the Coronation of King Charles III.

https://liolondon.co.uk/

Buzzed Royal Whisky & Tonic the ideal Coronation drink

With the Coronation of Charles III soon to be here, on Saturday 6th May 2023, our nation is ready for a right royal (bee’s) knees-up. 

So, ready to ensure you’re crowned the host with the most as the celebrations take flight, Buzzed, the world’s first energy tonic water and ultimate mixer to lift your spirits, has unveiled its Buzzed Royal Whisky & Tonic, just the tonic for celebrating the historical occasion, serving up a contemporary twist on one of King Charles’ top tipples.

With King Charles’ love of whisky well recorded, the Buzzed Royal Whisky & Tonic elevates his traditional whisky on the rocks with a simple twist fit for a king, or queen bee, adding just the right amount of pomp and pageantry! 

With Buzzed’s liquid carefully flavour profiled to work with all spirits, including whisky, there’s never been a better time to enjoy a W&T than the moment Charles takes the throne… 

What you require to make:-

Ingredients/equipment

• One full can of Buzzed Energy 

• 25ml whisky of your choice

• A sprinkle of edible gold leaf

• Round ice mould 

• Water (for ice)

Method

• Fill your round ice mould with water in advance, giving you the perfect round ice cubes for your serves

• In a short glass, add 25ml whisky of your choice

• Top with Buzzed Energy until half full and add your round ice cube

• Top further with Buzzed Energy until near full

• Carefully sprinkle your edible gold leaf on top of your ice cube

• Serve immediately  

Expertly crafted to lift your spirits as the perfect accompaniment for your measured spirit and low/no alcohol of choice, Buzzed is sweetened by nature, with the finest pure Blossom Honey and plant-based Stevia, and only 17kcals per can.  What’s more, boasting more caffeine per 100ml than the UK’s leading energy brand, Buzzed’s caffeine is extracted from 100% natural plant sources, to give the ultimate all-natural, uplifting buzz.

Proud to be British, Buzzed has 100% recyclable packaging, with all ingredients ethically produced in the UK.

The new Buzzed energy tonic water is available in Selfridges and on Amazon, in cases of 8 (RRP £5.50).

Also, visit the Buzzed website at https://buzzedenergy.co.uk for exclusive online offers.

Of course, Buzzed is committed to ‘responsible drinking’.

Celebrate the Royal Wedding with Swizzels Coronation Sweets

You can celebrate the Royal Wedding with Swizzels, the iconic sweet treats of your childhood.

Because Swizzels, has launched a very special super-limited edition offering which is coming out just in time to celebrate the Coronation of King Charles III. 

The sweet manufacturer’s special Coronation gift box will be the perfect, very thoughtful and on trend gift to surprise a loved one during a celebratory street party. (Or as a very splendid self-gift if you are a lover of both the monarchy and Swizzels sweets!) 

The company’s elegant Coronation gift box includes much-loved bespoke Love Hearts rolls with four new messages (Congrats, Crown image, Charles, King) and a commemorative Coin with printing on both sides.

The limited-edition contemporary gift box will be available from www.swizzels.com/shop for £5.99 + p&p.

This year you can live like a royal for the King's Coronation with Bindy Street

You can celebrate in style this May Bank Holiday! The long-awaited moment is finally here, a new notch in the timeline of British history and we’re living in it. 

If you’re devising a plan of how you're going to celebrate the day (and the three-day weekend), level up by living it up like a King or Queen by visiting one of the below listed London spots which have been frequented by the Royals themselves. Across the city; pubs, clubs, and bars have been given the green light to stay open an extra two hours on Friday and Saturday, so get ready to raise a glass for it’s going to be a weekend affair we’ll never forget. 

Dean Street Townhouse (69-71 Dean Street, London W1D 3SE)

In the midst of Soho, set in a gorgeous Georgian townhouse, this boutique hotel and all-day restaurant is a popular spot for the royals. Famously known for hosting Prince Harry and Meghan’s very first date. Reservations are often snapped up pretty quickly, so be speedy if you’d like to celebrate the coronation in true royal style by booking in for an evening of ambience and great food with service that goes above and beyond. 

2.          Bluebird Restaurant (350 King’s Road, London SW3 5UU)

Frequented by none other than The Duchess of Cambridge, Bluebird is a Modern European restaurant on Chelsea’s Kings Road featuring a stylish dining space, a cosy bar and lounge area, and a picturesque outdoor terrace. If you want to live it up like a royal on Saturday the 6th of May, the venue will be hosting a grand Coronation party where guests can experience live music, sip on some cocktails, and even see an exclusive Royal Carriage. 

3.          The Goring Hotel (15 Beeston Place, London SW1W 0JW)

 The Goring Hotel is justifiably famed for its elegance, where the late Queen Elizabeth II could be seen holding her annual Christmas lunch and where Kate Middleton spent her last unmarried evening before the Royal wedding. Step inside these fancy doors on Saturday 6th May to sip on a martini at The Goring’s ambient cocktail bar, dine at the elegant acclaimed restaurant, or embark on an Afternoon Tea experience like no other.

4.          Bellamy’s (18/18a Bruton Place, London W1J 6LY)

It was rare to see the late Queen Elizabeth II dining out in London, but when she did, she could be seen having a private evening meal at Bellamy’s. The brasserie-style, French restaurant clearly had a special place in her heart as they were given the honour of hosting her 80th birthday dinner. Spend the King’s Coronation in this cosy setting complete with an oyster bar and a selection of French wines and cocktails.

5.          Fortnum & Mason (181 Piccadilly, St. James’s, London W1A 1ER)

Luxury department store Fortnum & Mason have had connections to the Royal Family since its formation with William Fortnum, having once been hired as a Footman at the court of Queen Anne in 1707 and where William made an enterprise of selling palace wax candles after Queen Anne’s requests of new candles every single night. Take a trip to the iconic department store this month and explore their Coronation collection full of limited edition items including hampers, champagne, trinkets, and so much more.

6.          Chiltern Firehouse Marylebone (1 Chiltern Street, London W1U 7PA)

This high end hotel (formerly a fire station dating back to the 1800s), has famously attracted young royals; Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi threw a bash at the venue to celebrate their engagement in 2019, and Meghan Markle has been spotted at the bar catching up with friends over a negroni. Why not book a table on Coronation day for brunch, lunch, or dinner with a side of sparkling wine, a selection of cocktails, or even a cosy cup of tea by the fireplace.

The Royal Family seem to love Mayfair, so why not discover your new favourite places to eat, drink, and shop with our Discover Mayfair guide, free to download on the Bindy Street App.

Wondering what else is happening in London for The Royal Coronation? Don’t miss out on having your chance to celebrate the Coronation in style.

https://www.bindystreet.com/

Coronation Quiche Recipe with a fantastic Higgidy twist

The experts in vegan food with a fantastic taste, Higgidy, have asked That's Food and Drink to share their very special Higgidy Coronation Quiche recipe with our readers. And here it is!

 

Equipment: 22 cm or 9” loose-bottomed tart tin

Ingredients:

For the Higgidy shortcrust pastry:

200g plain flour

A generous pinch of salt

100g butter, well chilled and cut into small cubes

1 medium egg yolk, beaten

About 3 tablespoons ice-cold water

or

1 x 320g block of ready-made shop-bought shortcrust pastry

For the filling:

2 whole eggs

175ml double cream

125ml whole milk

1 tablespoon fresh tarragon, finely chopped

A pinch of cayenne pepper

A generous pinch of white pepper

¼ teaspoon salt

175g Sussex Charmer cheese, grated

180g spinach, cooked

90g broad beans, podded

Finely grated zest of 1 lemon

Method:

1. To make the pastry: sift the flour and salt into a large mixing bowl. Add the butter cubes

and use your fingertips and thumbs to lightly rub it into the flour until the mixture

resembles breadcrumbs. Now add the beaten egg yolk and water and use a round-bladed

knife to combine the wet ingredients with the dry until the pastry comes together. Gather

it up with your hands and knead very briefly into a ball on a lightly floured surface. Wrap

it in clingfilm and chill for 30 minutes before use.

2. Place the tart tin on a baking sheet and set aside. On a lightly floured work surface, roll

out the pastry into a circle a little larger than the top of the tin and approximately 5mm

thick.

3. Carefully lift the pastry into the tin and gently press into the corners, taking care not to

have any holes or the mixture could leak. Cover and rest for a further 30 minutes in the

fridge.

4. Pre-heat oven to 190°C/170°C fan/gas mark 5.

5. Line the pastry case with greaseproof paper. The best way to do this is to cut a disc of

greaseproof paper larger than the tin, scrunch it into a ball as this makes it more pliable,

then flatten it out and place it on top of the pastry case. It should sit above the sides of

the tart tin.

6. Top the greaseproof paper with baking beans or uncooked rice and blind bake in the

oven for 20 - 25 minutes until nicely golden and dry to the touch. Carefully remove the

greaseproof paper and baking beans before returning to the oven for a further 5 minutes.

7. Reduce the oven temperature to 160°C /140°C fan/gas mark 3.

8. Crack the eggs into a large mixing bowl, add the cream, milk, tarragon, cayenne pepper

and seasoning and beat gently until you have a lovely creamy mixture.

9. Scatter half of the cheese in the blind-baked base and top with the spinach, broad beans

and lemon zest.

10. Add the remaining cheese before pouring over the liquid mixture. If required, gently give

the mixture a delicate stir to ensure the filling is evenly dispersed whilst being careful not

to damage the pastry case.

11. Place into the oven and bake for 40 - 45 mins until the filling has set and is very lightly

golden. Allow the quiche to cool for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Celebrate the King's Coronation with the help of the Craft Gin Club

The Craft Gin Club has curated a range of artisan gins for the Coronation.

Buckingham Palace Gin (£40) Distilled with herbs and citrus fruits grown in the Buckingham Palace Gardens, which have over 250 species of wildflower and provides a home for over 30 species of bird, this is a craft gin of truly regal origins. Poured from a beautiful bottle, it is brimming with complex and delicious London dry gin flavours that are sure to impress any gin fan

Silent Pool Coronation Gin (£45) Distilled by the world-renowned Silent Pool Distillers, this limited-edition craft gin has been created to celebrate the coronation of King Charles III, inspired by botanicals, plants and flowers known to be favoured by the King. Brimming with berry, fruit, floral, herb and Earl Grey tea notes, it is simply sublime. No gin collection would be complete without this rare tipple.

Buckingham Palace Sloe Gin (£30) Created using hand-picked sloe berries and Buckingham Palace Gin, which is made using citrus fruit and herbs from Buckingham Palace Gardens, this sumptuous sloe gin is rich with luscious berry, spice and citrus fruit tones that are fit for a king. No gin collection would be complete without this stunning addition

Hawkridge The Guards London Dry Gin (£39.50) Inspired by and created in celebration of the Foot Guards of the Household Division, men and women tasked with keeping the monarchy safe, recognisable by their iconic red tunics and bear fur hats, this remarkably smooth gin is a fantastic edition from the amazing team at Hawkridge Distillers. In its stunning red and black bottle, it’s the perfect addition to any gin collection. What’s more, Hawkridge Distillers give proceeds from every bottle sold to charities that support veterans in need and the families of fallen and injured soldiers across the country

The Craft Gin Club is the UK’s biggest gin subscription club and allows its members to discover exclusive and rare gins from around the world for £42 a month. 

Each month, members receive a full-sized bottle of craft gin that is perfectly paired with premium mixers, cocktail ingredients, sweet and savoury treats and a glossy magazine packed with recipes and gin knowledge.

The London-based company was co-founded in 2015 by Jon Hulme and John Burke, who met while studying business in Madrid. In 2016, the pair appeared on BBC Dragons’ Den, securing a £75,000 investment from entrepreneur Sarah Willingham who now works closely with the company as a member of its board.

https://club.craftginclub.co.uk/search?q=CORONATION&type=product.

 

Cocoba helps you celebrate the King's Coronation

Cocoba make all their delectable chocolate gifts and treats in our chocolate factory in Kent. In fact, they've been producing their range of quality chocolates and hot chocolates by hand since 2013.

To mark the King's Coronation and make it a fun celebration for everyone Cocoba has introduced its new DIY Crown kit! Get the whole family into the spirit of the special occasion and create a stunning masterpiece with an assortment of bedazzling ingredients. Each DIY kit comes complete with:

 - 2 x Milk Chocolate Bars 

- 4 x Chocolate Crowns (milk, white and caramel chocolate)

- 1 x Bag of Mini Chocolate Buttons (for melting and sticking)

- 1 x Bag of Sugar Pearls

- 3 x Sachets of Gold Edible Glitter

To decorate, simply melt the chocolate buttons as instructed, then use the melted chocolate to stick the edible decorations onto the chocolate bars and crowns and add a regal finishing touch with a sprinkle of glitter. The perfect light-hearted activity for children and adults alike to enjoy during the royal celebrations!

Next for the Coronation, made from the finest Belgian milk chocolate and topped with a golden caramel chocolate crown, this limited-edition chocolate bar tastes royally delicious (pun intended!) and makes a great treat to enjoy as part celebrations for the King's Coronation. The perfect gift or Coronation party favour!

Finally, completing the trip of Coronation products a smooth Belgian milk chocolate lollipop has been introduced in the shape of a crown. This royal treat is ideal for keeping little ones satisfied during the Coronation celebrations, or great for gifting in party bags!

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Nip down to Morrisons to find out how you can celebrate the Coronation!

Morrisons stores are helping their shoppers to get royalty ready for the King’s Coronation with a limited edition range that offers all the essentials for this year’s celebrations including decorations, British flowers, and quintessentially British sweet treats – from just 99p.

Highlights include:

“Party Like a Royal” Giant Cookie, £7.00

Red, White and Blue Bouquet, £7.99

King Charles Waving Flags, £2.50 

Continental Grazing Box, Savoury Gazing Box and Spicy Grazing Box, £10.00 each

The range will begin launching in stores and online throughout April, so customers will have plenty of time to get their hands on these royal luxuries. But do remember to use your My Morrisons App!

Also, there will be a tempting range of other foods and also drinks, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic that will help your Coronation Party go with a really regal swing!

www.morrisons.com

Celebrate the Coronation with a fantastic Cream Tea, or a luscious Victoria Sponge!

For a cream tea that is really extra special, try topping your homemade scones and your tasty, thick clotted cream with a hand-crafted jam from Norfolk’s Ginger & Juice, to ensure that it's really for a King.

There's Raspberry and Rose at £4.80. Do you like Turkish Delight? Then you will certainly adore this flavour combination. 

The sweetness of the summer raspberry marries perfectly with the floral scent of the rose extract and the edible rose petals. This softer set jam makes a delicious Victoria Sponge filling, too.

Blackberry & Bay - £4.80.  This is a neat twist on the traditional. Juicy blackberries and freshly ground bay leaves are slowly cooked, creating a firm set jam that has a pleasingly aromatic flavour.

Norfolk's very own Ginger & Juice have a range of mouth-watering line of jams, marmalades, and chutneys. Handcrafted in small batches using locally sourced, seasonal produce, and bursting with flavour, these preserves, available online and from selected independent farm shops and delis, are perfect for any occasion and make a great gift for foodies and home cooks alike.  

The Ginger & Juice journey began with an Instagram account documenting founder and self-confessed foodie Lucinda Notley’s food journey at Ballymaloe Cookery School in Ireland and subsequently her years as an assistant food stylist, supper club host and cookery teacher. 

https://www.gingerandjuice.co.uk. 

"Hand crafted jams, chutneys and marmalades. Made in Norfolk. Championing local, natural and seasonal produce."

Celebrate the King's Coronation with Bonne Maman

You can celebrate the King's Coronation with Bonne Maman's fantastic recipes. 

Coronation Cake

This wonderful triple tiered Coronation Cake is a delicious showstopper to bake for the King's Coronation. Filled with our luscious Hazelnut Chocolate Spread, it is rich and moist with a creamy fudge frosting and then decorated with its very own white chocolate ‘crown’ jewelled with nuts and edible gold sparkles. A magnificent cake fit for a King!

Glittering Shortbread Crowns

Simply delicious crown biscuits for a wonderful royal Coronation display. These Vanilla Shortbread Crowns are sandwiched together with a selection of jewel bright Conserves or Hazelnut Chocolate Spread, cut into crown shapes, and topped with edible glitter. It's an easy dough to roll and cut out - perfect for getting the little ones involved!

Picnic Dessert Jars

If you are planning a Spring picnic to celebrate the Coronation, these beautiful individual servings in empty Bonne Maman jars are the perfect treat. Pack the empty jars full of soft, red fruit flavours and a quick, dreamy cheesecake topping. Add a glittery gold shortbread crown biscuit for the final royal seal of approval.

Coronation Party Traybake

This Coronation Party Traybake is filled with His Majesty's favourite fruits and flavours… a sublime carrot cake subtly spiced with hints of ginger and Darjeeling tea then topped with fruity Damson Plum Conserve and creamy mascarpone. This recipe serves 16-20 people – a wonderful addition to a royal street party.

Hazelnut Chocolate Martini Royale

Raise a royal toast to His Majesty King Charles and Queen Camilla with this luxurious tipple. Espresso coffee mixed with our Hazelnut Chocolate Spread, vodka and Drambuie… simple to make and utterly delicious. Dip the martini glasses in edible gold glitter for that extra touch of royalty. 

You'll be able to find the recipes here https://www.bonnemaman.co.uk/be-inspired/the-kings-coronation

British Berry Season is a great way to celebrate the Coronation of King Charles III

British Berry Season is a great way to celebrate the Coronation of King Charles III. And here are some really nifty recipes that you can try.

Why not try a pie?

Freeform blackberry and apple pies

You don’t need a fancy tin to make this pie in, just a normal baking sheet.

Serves 6

Preparation time: 35 minutes

Chilling time: 30 minutes

Cooking time: 25-30 minutes

Pastry

250 g (9 oz) plain flour

50 g (2 oz) caster or icing sugar

1 lemon, grated rind only

125 g (4½oz) butter, diced

3 egg yolks

Filling

500 g (1 lb 2 oz) cooking apples, quartered, cored, peeled and sliced

Juice 1 lemon

175 g (6 oz) blackberries

50 g (2 oz) caster sugar

1 tablespoon cornflour

Little beaten egg or milk to glaze

Little extra caster sugar for sprinkling

1)    To make the pastry, add the flour, sugar, lemon rind and butter to a mixing bowl. Rub the butter into the flour with fingertips or an electric mixer until it resembles fine crumbs. Add the egg yolks and mix with a round bladed knife then squeeze together with fingertips to make a soft dough. Chill for 30 minutes.

2)    Mix the apple slices with the lemon juice then add the blackberries, sugar and cornflour and toss together.

3)    Lightly knead the pastry then roll out on a lightly floured surface until a rough shaped circle about 33 cm (13 inches) in diameter. Lift over a rolling pin on to a large baking sheet. Pile the fruit mix high in the centre then fold the pastry up and over the filling, leaving the centre uncovered and pleating the pastry slightly to make a large round pie.

Brush the top edges of the pastry with beaten egg or milk then sprinkle with a little caster sugar. Bake in a preheated oven set to 190°c (375°F) Gas Mark 5 for 25-30 minutes until the pastry is golden and the fruit tender. Serve warm cut into wedges with scoops of vanilla ice cream.

We thank https://www.lovefreshberries.co.uk for allowing us to share their recipe with our readers.

Please check out their website for other recipes including some cocktail drinks, too. 

Your Coronation cocktails need Double Dutch mixers

Double Dutch has launched a special Coronation Party Starter Pack at £49.99

So, you can get ready for the Coronation with their flavourful Coronation Party Starter Pack! 

As the sun begins to shine it's the perfect time to celebrate with friends sipping flavourful cocktails in their garden.

With a case of their Cucumber & Watermelon and Pomegranate & Basil mixers, their Coronation Party Pack has everything you can possibly need to kick start your gatherings with family members and friends.

Each pack includes:

x1 Distinctly Double Dutch bottle opener

x1 Beautiful Double Dutch outdoor cushion

x10 Premium double walled Double Dutch paper cups

x1 case (24 200ml bottles) Double Dutch Cucumber & Watermelon mixer

x1 case (24 200ml bottles) Double Dutch Pomegranate & Basil mixer

The Coronation Party Pack can be purchased from DoubleDutchDrinks.com for a nifty £49.99.

Double Dutch very premium mixers are also available from leading retailers.

Dickinson & Morris launches show-stopper pie to mark Coronation of King Charles III

Hot from the ovens (so to speak!) of a win at this year’s British Pie Awards, which saw this brand-new pie win in the Cold-Eating Savoury Pie category, the Melton Mowbray pork pie purveyors, Dickinson & Morris, have teamed up with ‘The Pie King’, Calum Franklin, once again to launch the King’s Coronation Pie, a celebration of King Charles III’s Coronation. 

The new pie continues the brand’s long-standing relationship with the Royal Family, with both King Charles III and his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, visiting the Ye Olde Pie Shoppe in Melton Mowbray over the years. 

The Dickinson & Morris Coronation pie takes inspiration from the King’s love of British game and includes outdoor-bred British pork with succulent pheasant, warming chestnut and madeira jelly, finished by hand with intricate, royal-themed pastry detailing by the talented team at Dickinson & Morris.

The pie is 860g and serves eight people, making it the perfect centre-piece for any Coronation party or celebration this May.  

Dickinson and Morris have been traditionally supplying the nation with superior Melton Mowbray Pork Pies for over 170 years, traditionally made using the finest quality ingredients. Encompassing dedicated craftsmanship and a pioneering spirit, the artisan pies are made from outdoor-bred British pork shoulder, a unique blend of white pepper and Brozzi lard from pigs fed on grain, cereal & parmesan whey.  

The pies are all created using the hand-raised method, without a supporting tin or hoop, giving the classic bow-sided, artisan shape - a sign of skilled craftsmanship. 

Building on the brand’s range of larger, celebration pies, which saw the first Christmas pie launch back in 2021, Calum, alongside a team of highly talented development chefs, is excited to reprise his role as culinary ambassador to create this showstopping pie.

Says Pastry Chef Calum, “As a pastry chef with a passion for creating spectacular, great-tasting pies, working with a brand that shares these values and creates products using traditional hand-crafted methods is always a joy. 

"It’s been fantastic to continue my work with Dickinson & Morris and build on the celebration pies range, that we started in 2021, and be part of British history as we celebrate the Coronation of a new King.’

The Christmas pies will be available for pre-order from 3rd April at porkpie.co.uk for delivery 2nd – 5th May. The pie will also be available online from Fortnum and Mason as part of their ‘Coronation Collection’. 

Dickinson & Morris’ full range of pork pies is available nationally in Waitrose, Morrisons, Sainsbury’s and Tesco.

Copas Coronation Cockerel – a feast fit for a King

Are you seeking out a feast fit for a King to celebrate the coronation of King Charles III? 

Hailing from Royal Berkshire, Premium poultry producer, Copas has reared a limited number of cockerels for this very special occasion, delicious paired with their Artisan Coronation Sauce, a fitting tribute to King Charles III. 

Slow-reared for the best possible flavour, the cockerels are fed a natural diet of maize and omega-rich corn and roam meadows for a truly free-range life.  

Bigger than usual chickens, these birds are allowed more time to grow, resulting in succulent meat with a rich, more gamey flavour. The birds weigh around 3kg each which means they'll feed at least 6 hungry adults. 

For an authentic Coronation Chicken dish, mix one jar of Copas Artisan Coronation Sauce with an equal part of mayonnaise and stir through the cooked chicken. 

Cockerel prices start from £40 available from https://www.copasturkeys.co.uk

Unsure how to cook a cockerel? You should just treat it like the big chicken it is and you can’t go far wrong!  

Here's how the Copas family do it… 

Remove your cockerel from the fridge at least an hour before cooking to bring it to room temperature 

Preheat your oven to 210°C Fan / 230°C / Gas 8 

Season the bird all over with salt and pepper 

Roast for 20 minutes, then lower the over temperature to 160°C Fan / 180°C / Gas 4 and continue to roast for 40 minutes per kilo until the meat reaches an internal temperature of at least 68°C. We recommend using a thermometer for failsafe results every time 

Remove from the oven and leave to rest in a warm place for at least 30 minutes 

You can learn more here https://www.copasturkeys.co.uk.