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Did Somebody Say Gourmet Cookies?

Freshly baked festive goodies that can be whipped up in minutes? Doughlicious is the answer.

They produce yummy ready-to-bake cookie dough that is perfect for when you need to create freshly-made bakes for friends but don’t have time to spend lots of time in the kitchen!

Simply pop them in the oven and they will be ready to tuck into in just 16-18 minutes. 

Vegan, organic, gluten free and high in fibre, these sweet bites are the perfect post workout treat to satisfy those oh so familiar sugar cravings, or to enjoy as a morning pick me up when those cookie cravings hit!


Available in a delicious range of flavours including vegan and organic, indulge in the winter flavours Cranberry Oatmeal, Salted Caramel and Red Velvet, made using the finest gluten-free ingredients. 

Enjoy!

Where to buy them

Doughlicious is available from Waitrose, Wholefoods Market, Planet Organic, Selfridges and www.doughlicious.co.uk, RRP £3.99. 

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New Vegan Protein by MONAT

With the new year comes new resolutions, so that’s always great to be able to test new healthy products.

In their own words “MONAT recognises the natural link between looking good and feeling good. Beneath the external radiance of hair and skin, true and lasting beauty radiates from within, from a foundation of health and wellness. How we nourish our bodies directly affects not only our inner vitality, but our outer beauty”. 

Vegan, healthy ageing wellness, skincare, and haircare brand – has just launched an additional two products to its Wellness range.  The new Vegan Protein powder and Balance pre-biotic supplement are ideal health products for festive and New Year season ahead.

 

NEW MONAT Vegan Protein 

Mix 28g powder (1 scoop) with 230-300 ml of water, plant-based milk, or your favorite beverage for 30 seconds. Enjoy 30 minutes after workouts or anytime you desire a high-quality, high-protein drink.
RRP £77/VIP £65

MONAT Vegan Protein is an excellent way to support the daily protein requirements of an active lifestyle by supporting the maintenance and growth of muscle mass. Vitamin B6 contributes to normal protein and glycogen metabolism while zinc and magnesium contribute to normal protein synthesis. This dynamic formula includes a custom blend of mushrooms that have long been valued in traditional use.

MONAT Vegan Protein has a velvety-smooth, grit-free texture that mixes easily in water or plant milk – no blender required. Its creamy, delicious, natural vanilla flavour will make this an indispensable part of your morning, post-workout routine,
or any time you need a protein boost.

With MONAT Vegan Protein, you’re always just one scoop away from a tasty, plant-based protein boost, any time of day.

Key Features include

. 20 grams of vegan protein per serving Silky-smooth, grit-free texture Delicious natural vanilla flavour
115 kcal per serving
. Plant-based superfood protein blend including pea, pumpkin, sunflower, and rice
. Custom mushroom blend including chaga, cordyceps, and maitake
. High in protein
. 1.5 g total carbohydrate per serving
. Contains no added sugar (not a low-calorie food)
. Keto-friendly (not for weight control)
. Mixes easily
. Ideal for shakes, smoothies, or on its own with plant milk in a shaker bottle
. Free from synthetic flavours and synthetic colours Free from dairy, soy, and gluten
. Space-conscious bag allows for easier storage

Does it taste good?

Yes, it does! It has a creamy texture. It is smooth and the vanilla aroma is discreet. So it is not overwhelming at all. Really smooth to drink (and also not to sweet). I really liked it!

NEW MONAT Balance 

Take one (1) capsule daily with a full glass of water before your first meal.
RRP £65/VIP £55

MONAT Balance is a new prebiotic food supplement containing thoughtfully selected ingredients to aid support of the digestive system, whilst contributing to the normal function of the immune system as well as the maintenance of skin, hair, and nails. MONAT Balance formula contains 12 strains of 5 billion lactic acid active bacteria, the bacteria work in the same way as the lactic acid bacteria in the gut, helping with a healthy bacterial system in the intestines.

Formulated with:

Lactic Acid Active Bacteria | MONAT Balance contains 12 strains of 5 billion CFUs of lactic acid active bacteria.

Inulin and Rice Hull Powder | Beneficial fibres that help to contribute to normal bowel function.

Zinc | Which contributes to normal carbohydrate metabolism, normal protein synthesis, and normal cognitive function. Additionally, zinc contributes to the normal function of the immune system, protection of cells from oxidative stress and to the maintenance of normal skin, hair, and nails.

Calcium | Which contributes to the normal function of digestive enzymes


About MONAT

MONAT is a vegan and cruelty free brand

Preserving the MONAT signature balance between modern and nature, the collection’s ingredients are backed by science, yet naturally derived. MONAT only uses clinically tested ingredients plus safe colourants and fragrances approved by the European Health Commission.

MONAT® is available to buy from www.monatglobal.com and MONAT® Market Partners nationwide.

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Decadent Duck Meals for the Festive Season

Looking for quick and delicious meal ideas for entertaining through the busy festive period? Want fine dining dishes that are table ready in just 30 minutes? Then wow your guests with Gressingham Duck’s decadent Bistro range. 

Whether you’re hosting a Boxing Day dinner with friends, or planning a special New Year’s Eve meal for two, the Bistro range offers a luxury selection of tantalising duck classics that are the perfect stress-free choice for any festive occasion, cutting down on hours spent in the kitchen at this hectic time of year.

Really lucky at StylePilot to get to try two of them: the Confit Duck and the Duck with Orange & Maple.

The many flavours and then the amazing taste in your mouth: just yummy!

With the finest sauces for that five-star dining experience, choose from a range of tantalising meals that can be popped in the oven leaving you free to enjoy time with your family or friends.

Choose from Duck Breasts in Plum Sauce, Duck Legs in Plum Sauce, Duck Confit, Duck Legs in Cherry Hoisin Sauce, Duck A L’Orange, Duck Breasts in Orange Sauce, Duck Legs with Orange & Maple, Duck Legs with Honey & Hoisin, all the meals are perfect served with seasonal fresh veg and your favourite festive tipple! Reared free-to-roam in barns on Red Tractor assured farms in Suffolk and Norfolk, Gressingham Duck® is a unique breed that has more succulent breast meat, and less fat. The Gressingham Duck® range is available through all the major retailers including Waitrose, Tesco, Sainsbury’s and Morrisons.

For more information on Gressingham Duck® visit www.gressinghamduck.co.uk


Banner Photo from Squaremeal.co.uk

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Hand-Cooked Crisps for a Festive Snack

Whether you’re planning a party or just want to snuggle up and watch your favourite festive film, here are a couple of suggestions for some hand-cooked crisps.

Looking for yummy hand-cooked crisps in the tastiest flavours? Fairfields Farm offer a fantastic range to suit every taste including Sweet Chilli, Bacon & Tomato and Sea Salt & Aspall Cider Vinegar to name a few. For the ultimate Christmas snack, reach for Fairfields Farm Kelly Bronze Turkey, Sage and Onion Crisps that combine the festive flavours of hand-reared bronze turkey with the punchy taste of sage and onion.

If you are following a healthy eating plan and want to stay on track over the festive period, Lentil Bites are the ideal guilt-free snack. They’re just under 99 calories per bag and available in two flavours: Tomato & Herb and Jalapeño & Lime. Available from independent retailers nationwide.

‘Beery flavoured crisps’: original and great!

For those who fancy a more quirky snack, pop Ten Acre hand-cooked crisps and popcorn in your basket on your weekly shop. Available in a range of tempting flavours, these vegan-friendly, moreish snacks are available from independent retailers nationwide.

Don’t they look yummy? ;- )

If you are still craving for some more, then try those (pictured below):

Fresh tomato and herb Lentil Bites bring your senses alive, make you want to party – brings a new meaning to pizza time! Or Hot chilli and fresh lime – the perfect combo for making your taste buds want to do the tango – you’ll be snapping your fingers and clicking your toes with every crunch!

Where can I buy some?

Shop online on www.fairfieldscrisps.co.uk or find them at Asda and Holland & Barrett

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A Great British Porridge

Looking for a healthy, delicious and nutrient-packed breakfast to power up your morning? Then tuck into the 100% natural, instant porridges from the Great British Porridge Co. – as seen on Dragon’s Den!

As a big porridge fan I couldn’t be more delighted but to try those new additions.

Crammed with the best, ethically-sourced fruit, nuts and seeds, as well as British wholegrain oats, these naturally-delicious porridges come in three nutritious flavours: Red Berry & Pumpkin Seed, Blueberry & Banana and Strawberry & Peanut Butter.

Blueberry & Banana

Perfect as a quick breakfast at the desk, on the go or before the school run, whipping up a delicious hot and wholesome breakfast couldn’t be easier. Simply tear open the pack, add boiling water, stir and in just 60 seconds you can tuck in!

Strawberry & Peanut Butter

All Great British Porridge Co. products are suitable for vegans and those following a dairy or gluten free diet. They contain no artificial colours, flavours or preservatives

Red Berry & Pumpkin Seed

Naturally sweet, vegan, dairy and gluten free, the Great British Porridge Co’s range of delicious, 100% natural instant porridges are high in protein and fibre and full of carefully-sourced ingredients, making breakfast speedy, nutritious and delicious.

Where to buy it?

The Great British Porridge Co. is available from Sainsbury’s, Wholefoods Market, Selfridges, Harvey Nichols and selected retailers nationwide.

About The Great British Porridge Co.

Made in small batches near the sea in Sussex, The Great British Porridge Co. recently appeared on Dragon’s Den and received offers from all five dragons.