Sugar free does not have to be taste free if you use SPLENDA

Some people cannot tolerate sugar due to health issues, others cannot use sugar because they are watching their weight as part of a calorie controlled diet.

But what alternatives are there to sugar? There is saccharine. To be honest, with its horribly bitter taste, it's a wonder it every caught on as a sugar substitute! And there are a variety of other artificial sweeteners, some which cannot really be used in cooking as they do not tolerate heat, whilst there are others that are liquid so not as useful in all applications as they might be. And they can impart a different taste to a recipe that is not always welcome.

SPLENDA is different. It can be used as a direct replacement for sugar in many recipes (it's granulated) and it is actually made using sugar.

SPLENDA is recommended by the new Atkins-Advantage plan as 'a low-carb alternative to sugar'

Sucralose is not recognised by the body as a carbohydrate, thus making it suitable for people with diabetes. When it comes to carbohydrate, SPLENDA Granular has just 0.5g per teaspoon and SPLENDA® tablets are virtually free.

This means that people with diabetes can now look forward to a whole new world of cooking, baking and dining opportunities with SPLENDA. Meaning they do not have to feel left out at Christmas time.

SPLENDA Granulated and SPLENDA Sweet Minis are available across all good retailers.

For cooking and baking tips on how to incorporate SPLENDA Granular into your favourite recipes – please visit www.splenda.co.uk

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Collier’s Powerful Welsh Cheddar first at Foursquare

Collier’s Powerful Welsh Cheddar is the first cheese brand to exploit the location-based social network Foursquare.
Wales’ award-winning cheese brand enjoys strong customer loyalty and was one of the first cheese brands to embrace social media channels like Twitter and Facebook to engage with its customers.

Foursquare allows users to share their location with friends by “checking in” to attractions, shops, restaurants and pubs via their mobile devices, and sharing “tips” or recommendations. They earn points for checking in and the highest number of “check ins” can lead to them being made the “Mayor” of the venue.

Collier’s Powerful Welsh Cheddar, which is made in North Wales, is urging its Foursquare friends to “check in” at top Welsh tourist venues to discover the Welsh heritage that inspired the award-winning cheese.

“We think it is important to have a two-way communication with our customers,” says Darren Gough, brand ambassador for Collier’s, "and word of mouth is still the most powerful marketing tool."

Foursquare is essentially like word of mouth with people 'talking' via mobile phone and social media.

Says Darren, “I love using Twitter to keep in touch with what’s going on and have my say. And now we have another way to reach the people who are interested in our cheese when they are on the move.”

Visit Collier’s Powerful Welsh Cheddar on Foursquare at https://foursquare.com/collierscheese

Gordon Ramsay Electric Slow Cooker & Tagine

He is, without doubt, one of the world’s top chefs. But Gordon Ramsay is more than that. He is also a seasoned traveller, and his many cooking experiences take him around the globe learning about local cooking methods and techniques.

One of Gordon’s favourite types of cuisine is the traditional slow cooking method of a Tagine – which takes in the wonderfully aromatic dishes of Morocco. Now, you can enjoy this delicious style of cooking with Gordon’s new Electric Slow Cooker & Tagine, a unique product that cleverly combines a Tagine Cooking pot and a Slow Cooker to give you the best of both worlds!

The new Gordon Ramsay Compact Tagine and Slow Cooker will create authentic tagine cooking and a myriad of favourite slow cooking recipes with the minimum of fuss! Its versatility allows you to cook everything in the one pot. You can sear meat and vegetables and add the remaining ingredients without the need for additional frying pans. And if you are out during the day, just assemble the recipe in the morning, turn it on and leave to cook all day on a low setting – and serve up a delicious meal on your return home!

This compact machine has a 1.5 Litre capacity which will comfortably feed up to four people and it’s economical to run. The cooker comes with both a Slow Cooker and Tagine lid so that you can create both types of dishes in the one unit. There are four settings High – Low – Keep Warm – and Off - with a handy Searing Setting for browning meat and vegetables first – simply adjust the temperature control knob accordingly. The temperature probe which houses the control dial, can be removed at the end of cooking ready to take to the table for serving.

Other features include: a removable Cooking Bowl; ceramic Tagine Lid; tempered Glass Lid for the Slow Cooker and Cool Touch Base. And for added inspiration there are some great recipes to get you started.

FACTFILE:

Slow Cooking food is one of the best ways to prepare nutritious meals with ease – whether it is soups, stews, casseroles or curries. The longer the cooking time the more the flavours will develop and infuse. Your Slow Cooker is also ideal for cooking cheaper cuts of meat, the slow cooking process allowing meat to tenderise and the food to become full of flavour. Using the Tagine Lid helps you create more authentic Moroccan dishes – the shape of the lid promotes the return of condensation back into the dish keeping it juicy and mouth-wateringly succulent.

Compact Slow Cooker & Tagine

• RRP £39.99
• 1.5 Litre Capacity
• Detachable Cooking Bowl
• Ceramic Tagine Lid
• Tempered Glass Lid for Slow Cooker mode
• Cool Touch Base
• Temperature Probe
• Control Dial – Sear/High/Low/Keep Warm/Off
• Power Light

Gordon Ramsay Product Range

Glass Jug Blender (With Fruit Filter) - £44.99
3-in-1 Hand Blender - £39.99
Professional Waffle Maker - £44.99
Digital Slow Cooker - £44.99
Party Slow Cooker - £74.99
Slow Cooker & Tagine - £39.99
Stand Mixer - £160.00

Chicago Rib Shack Announce New Stratford, London, Site

The Chicago Rib Shack are delighted to announce the arrival of “Baby Rib Shack”, the company’s first Cafe Court venue, in the brand new Westfield, Stratford City, alongside the magnificent Olympic Park and overlooking the Olympic Stadium and Aquatic Park.

The site opens on September 13th and shoppers will be tempted by a stripped down menu of popular dishes including burgers, wings, cheesecakes and of course their famous baby back ribs alongside the brand new Chicago Style Hot Dog. The family restaurant have a delicious choice of kids dishes too , all served with the popular “Paint Your Own Pig” colouring competition to keep them occupied. For a sneak preview of the site and the full menu check www.thechicagoribshack.co.uk/stratford.

Christian Arden, Director of The Chicago Rib Shack says “The Westfield project is an incredibly exciting one for The Chicago Rib Shack. It is not only a privilege to be associated with the Stratford development for the 2012 Olympics, but this also provides us with the ideal showcase for the future expansion of the brand.”

The management are seeking motivated and experienced staff for this new project and welcome any CV’s to jobs@thechicagoribshack.co.uk .

The flagship restaurant in Knightsbridge is going from strength to strength and following a busy summer with tourists, families and regulars flowing through the famous revolving doors, they are now preparing for Christmas, with a mouth-watering set menu starting from just £30 per head. Book now on 020 7591 4664.

To keep up to date with the latest information and offers from The Chicago Rib Shack you can join the mailing list via www.thechicagoribshack.co.uk or sign-up for a Chicago Rib Shack Gold Card for special monthly offers at both venues.