RAW Artisan Wine Fair

May 18th, 2012 § 0 comments § permalink

If you’ve ever found yourself wandering aimlessly down the wine aisle, wondering what the difference is between Burgundy and Beaujolais, then you’re definitely in need of a wine education. But don’t worry, The Amazing Blog has found the perfect place for your to polish your knowledge. And even if you’re the only certified wine connoisseur in your social circle (there’s always one…) then the RAW Artisan Wine Fair is for you.

The RAW wine fair is a two day event, showcasing and celebrating some of the world’s finest wines. Featuring wines that are organic and biodynamic, these pure wines are good to the planet, and your body (in moderation!) The production of natural wines has become relatively rare, most wines in the shops are mass produced, so the number of wines available at the RAW fair is amazing! There’s an awful lot that goes into making wine that we don’t know about, but the wineries that contribute to the RAW fair intervene in the process as little as possible, and don’t use harmful additives or heavy processing.

At the fair, you’re able to taste and buy a variety of wines, from all over the world, some longstanding producers and some newcomers, it’s a perfect opportunity to find your new favourite wine. With your ticket purchase you receive a catalogue of the wines on show, a tasting glass (which you can use as many times as you like!) and entry to the talks and seminars. The show will feature over 500 wines, will have talks from the producers, and will also feature selected natural Champagnes, with all these collections of wine you won’t be lost spending a whole day at the RAW fair!

The fair will be taking place on the 20th and 21st (Sunday and Monday) at the Old Truman Brewery in London, tickets are available on their website and on the days. Head over to try and buy some of these natural and delicious wines!

Miners Cosmetics

May 17th, 2012 § 0 comments § permalink

Here at The Amazing Blog, you could safely call us girly-girls. So when we get a chance to try lip glosses, blushers, and nail polishes, you can be sure we’ll say yes! Miners Cosmetics has just released new products to their line, and their colourful additions are must-haves for you makeup bag!

To start with, they’ve brought out three new summer nail polishes, these bright colours are perfect accessories to any summer outfit. Keepin’ It Teal, Mango Tango, and Sunny Side Up, are three shades that are sure to brighten your summer looks. They come off on your nail as bright as they look in the bottle, but we suggest using a topcoat to make sure the colour stays vibrant on your nail. Priced at a very affordable £2.99 you can pick up the whole collection to brighten up both your nails and your outfits!

Next in the collection is the Mood Lip Glosses, perfect for any festival girl that doesn’t want to spend ages messing about with lip liner and lipstick. These glosses react with your ph-level to create a lip colour unique to you. It comes out of the tube as an opaque white colour, and once applied to your lips you see it transform to your perfect hue. They’re available in Glastonberry and Peace Pout.

Last in the collection is my favourite, the Blusher Bricks. I can’t go a day without a blusher, and these bricks combine three shades that you can mix together or use individually, a great multitasking product to change up your look instantly! It comes in two shades, Pinks and Browns, and as you can guess, the Pinks will give you a perfect rosy glow, and the Browns are brilliant to use as a bronzer.

So whether it’s makeup for your next festival, or just a night out with the girls, check out Miners for their massive range of affordable makeup.

Steam Cream

May 16th, 2012 § 0 comments § permalink

As any on-the-go girl can tell you, products that work and  are small enough to fit in our permanently cluttered handbags are essential. There’s nothing worse than finding a must have product that comes in bulky packaging, and here at The Amazing Blog we’ve found a great product in a perfectly sized package: Steam Cream. Not only will this tiny tin of cream fit in the smallest of clutches, but it’s a really lovely cream to have on hand.

Unlike most moisturisers out there, Steam Cream uses a unique method of steaming through the ingredients, in order to create the smoothest, most effective cream, and it smells amazing too. Together, the natural ingredients and steam mix together remaining totally pure and effective. The second you use it, the light cream sinks into your skin, making your skin feel softer for longer. Ingredients like orange flower, oatmeal, almond oil, and cocoa butter, leave your skin non-irritated and perfectly moisturised. All products are handmade, using fresh and sustainable ingredients, making them beautiful, effective, affordable and ethical. Their website has tons of different tins of this brilliant cream to choose from, whether its style or substance you’re after, Steam Cream has a tin for you. You can use this cream on your hands, body and face, our only problem with it is that there just isn’t enough – there’s no pleasing us girls! And for all your travelling beauty junkies, the 75g tin is hand-luggage appropriate!

Perfect for your skin and your jam-packed bag, pick up a tin (or two) of Steam Cream for yourself as a gift, you’ll definitely be back for more!

Kozo Lamps

May 15th, 2012 § 0 comments § permalink

Here at The Amazing Blog we’re all about reduce, reuse and recycle. We love anything that’s good for us and our environment. So why should your home products be any different? Well we’ve found a great little company that re-purposes industrial materials into cute and quirky lighting for your house: Kozo Lamps.

These cool Kozo Lamps are all handmade from galvanised iron pipes and fittings, the designs are rough and vivid. I’ll admit I don’t know much about plumbing, but I can promise you that the pipes in my bathroom aren’t as stylish as these lamps. Your Kozo Lamp will age with your house, where the joints expose the metal of the pipes, the lamps rust slightly, making your lamp completely unique and beautifully showcasing its age. The great thing about these lamps is that they make use of raw materials that they upcycle and repurpose, creating a cool ‘out of the box’ design – you won’t find lamps like these in Ikea. Their range of lamps, big and small, can be customised with different lampshade covers, making sure your new industrial chic piece fits with your home. Whether you choose a desk lamp, overhead lighting, or a floor lamp, you can rest assured that your Kozo lamp is environmentally responsible and will stand the test of time.

With different shapes, sizes and designs, you’re sure to find a unique Kozo Lamp to suit your style.

Olives Et Al

May 14th, 2012 § 0 comments § permalink

Let’s face it, all of us like to think we’re the next Delia or Nigella, but if we’re really honest, most of us need a bit of help in the kitchen. With all the ready packaged spices and meals on the market, its easy to cheat your way to the perfect dinner, and we girls at The Amazing Blog are definitely guilty of this! So we’ve found a delicious addition to any girl’s fridge,Olives Et Al’s Red Pepper and Almond Pesto.

This colourful little jar is packed with tasty ingredients, no additives or preservatives, and is suitable for all you vegetarians and vegans out there! In just a spoonful of pesto, you’ll get a flavour hit of red peppers and almonds of course, blended with the perfect mix of pine nuts, cashews, garlic, paprika, extra virgin olive oil and balsamic, all capturing the sweetness of the red pepper. This pesto is brilliant for pasta and grilled chicken – I personally love it on fish – adding a layer of Mediterranean flavour to any meal. Being around for over 18 years, Olives Et Al have a whole range of pesto’s, olives, dressings and sauces, you can create natural and flavourful meals at home, without any hassle! Make sure to check their website for simple recipes!

So next time you’re cruising the supermarket for meal ideas, whether it’s a bottle of dressing or a jar of pesto, keep an eye out for Olives Et Al’s delicious range.

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