Although they may seem like a recent addition to British cuisine, chillis were first imported to the UK over 400 years ago having been cultivated elsewhere in the world for over 10, 000 years. There are hundreds of different varieties of chillis & although there are plenty of people who really love hot food, not many of them know much about the difference between the various types & how they compare to the one another. This chilli tasting experience for two is a chance to tour a nursery where chillis are grown with someone who knows about the various uses of chillis in different dishes. Anyone who's feeling brave enough can sample some of the freshly picked chillis & a range of gourmet sauces which will really get your tongue tingling including the Inferno chilli sauce which has something of a reputation amongst those who have tried it. Then there will be a chance to pick some chillis for yourselves so that you can recreate your favourite delicious dishes. ...

Since 1982 when the first vines were planted, Chiltern Valley Winery & Brewery has gone from strength to strength. There is so much history for you to learn about at the vineyard, this is truly an unforgettable experience. You will be treated to behind the scenes access to how the finest wines & ales are made. Taste premium English wines & a selection of superb cask & bottle conditioned ales & liqueurs. As part of this relaxing package, you can then spend the afternoon & evening exploring the grounds. Your double room is within the charming bed & breakfast style accommodation, & will boast a delightful view of either the orchard, vineyard or valley. After checking in at reception, it's time for the informative tour. Your day will start with a warm welcome & introduction. Your professional tour guide will show you around the winery, brewery, liqueur production facilities, grape pressing, bottling & labelling plant which will take Approx. two hours & will be followed by a tutored tasting of a selection of the finest wines, ales & liqueurs. Once your tour has ended you can take in the outstanding views & relax in your comfy room where you will be served a hearty farmhouse breakfast in the morning. ...

Anyone who loves to hear the 'pop' of a Champagne cork when they are celebrating a special occasion will appreciate the chance to sup their bubbly from a truly extravagant flute. As though being fashioned from cut crystal wasn't enough, the decorative Swarovski crystals really make these glasses special making them the perfect gift for a special celebration. ...

Treat yourself to an afternoon tea with a difference with this unique package. Every element of this afternoon treat is made from loose leaf tea, from the cocktail served on arrival to the sandwiches & cakes. Himalayas Tea is a shop & bar that serves tea h&-picked from the very best sources worldwide. It originated out of a love from harvesting herbs in family owned farms, & producing herbal distillates from aromatic plants. They believe drinking tea is about the experience & enjoyment, which is why they are extremely proud to introduce an extensive range of premium quality teas, all with exotic tastes. Their aim is to create a distinguished experience for their customers. Once you arrive you will be shown to the long table which is shared with other customers on the day. There you will be served your tea cocktail to accompany your selection of sandwiches, cakes & loose leaf tea. ...

For tea lovers everywhere, this experience offers you the unique opportunity to make tea cocktails & then sample them for yourself. Mount Himalayas Tea originated out of a love from harvesting herbs in their family owned farms, & producing herbal distillates from aromatic plants, including more recently, the blending of herbal fruit teas. Mount Himalayas Tea are passionate about the flavours that tea can bring, using only the best handpicked tea from around the world they can prepare tea blends exactly as you wish. This experience is about the enjoyment of drinking tea, trying new flavours & experiencing exotic tastes. You will start the experience by learning about the different ingredients, their origins & history, which go into a tea cocktail. After this you will then be able to get hands on by starting to make & shake the different flavours of tea under the expert guidance of the tea expert. You will be able to help make up to 10 different tea cocktails & have a chance to enjoy all the different non-alcoholic cocktails at the end of the experience. You will also be served a cake made from tea. ...

Chocoholics everywhere, are you ready to experience the sweet sensations of a mouth-watering massage? This scrumptious treat will relieve muscle tension leaving you feeling completely relaxed in a haze of chocolate. Your skin will feel hydrated & re-mineralised as the decadent chocolate infuses your skin with a scent that is truly delightful. You & your guest will receive a 55 minute full body chocolate massage each carried out by one of Bannatyne’s professional beauty therapists. On top of your treatment, your voucher entitles you to spend the whole day at the health club to enjoy all of the facilities on offer. Facilities will vary depending on the location you choose but generally will include a swimming pool, Jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, solarium & gym. You can even enjoy any fitness class available on the day from Tai Chi, Pilates, Boxersice & Aerobics. ...

There's no real way to describe how it feels to be surrounded by chocolate, & with this experience you can find out for yourselves with a chocolate indulgence experience for two. First you will enjoy an informative video showing how chocolate is made & learning about the history of chocolate production from bean to bar. Then there will be a chance to browse the wide choice of chocolate delights in the chocolate shop, where you will enjoy the store's traditional charm. But of course, the best part of being in a chocolate shop is the chance to choose some of the delicacies on offer to take home with you. Your voucher entitles you to choose one from a selection of 17 speciality chocolate drinks & a slice of hand made gateaux, again from a selection of 17 different varieties. Then you will share a chocolate dipping platter & get 100g of coronet chocolates to take home with you, although we can't guarantee that they all make it all the way. ...

Let's face it, we all love chocolate & what could be a better gift than our Raw Chocolate Making Kit. We must warn you, buying this kit & making your own guilt free raw chocolates could mean you have a fantastic day! Our raw chocolate making kit is a healthy fun choice, containing nothing artificial; no additives, no refined sugar, dairy & gluten free. That makes them ideal for diabetics, lactose intolerance & vegans, as well as anyone who loves great chocolate! Each kit produces 30 professional looking chocolates, that's over 250g of great tasty healthy raw chocolates. Whats in the starter kit: 100g Ecuadorian Raw Cacao Powder 120g Ecuadorian Raw Cacao Butter 100ml Sweet Freedom, natural fruit syrup Professional Reusable Silicone Chocolate Mould Information & Recipe Leaflet ...

Hand made chocolate is the kind of thing that people with a sweet tooth dream of
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Enter the wonderful world of chocolate where you can learn all about this delicious treat, its exotic past, how it's made & the secrets of a chocolatier. & no chocolate experience would be complete without being able to taste some for yourself! The exact itinerary on the day will depend on your chosen location. You will typically enjoy an informative introduction & a tasting with an expert guide or chocolatier at hand to explain the flavours that make this sweet treat so addictive & tasty! The type of venues include a chocolate shop, farmhouse, hotels & an award-winning, chocolate themed attraction. ...