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World's largest message in a bottle!
The world's largest message-in-a-bottle will be released to the ocean currents outside of Tenerife on March 13th. The Norwegian soft drink Solo is behind the project that also involves polar explorer Jarle Andhøy and the owner of Koeningsegg supercars. People worldwide can follow the remarkable journey live on Facebook...
Eat The World - Lime Wharf, London
Located in the heart of East London’s creative quarter on Vyner Street, Lime Wharf has just opened. This innovative and experimental centre will welcome both artists and scientists to collaborate in residencies, think tanks gatherings and stimulating exhibitions. Founded and curated by creative radical Thomas Ermacora, the space aims to engage with the public and local communities through a series of participatory exhibitions and sensual events tackling various and diverse topics ranging from DIY ethics and sustainable practises to cutting edge technologies...
For One Night Only ........
Steam, a ‘calorie-neutral’ restaurant is opening for one day only on Wednesday 13 March. It promises to ‘explore exciting and innovative ways to burn calories without compromising on taste’...
The World's Original Marmalade Awards
What better time to announce the winners of the 2013 Marmalade Awards than in the middle of National Marmalade Week, 2nd – 9th March.
This year at Dalemain Mansion and Gardens in Cumbria where Paddington bear eagerly awaits, a retired micro-biologist from Brighton and an artisan preserves maker from a rural corner of the Czech Republic were crowned the world’s best marmalade makers at last weekend’s World’s Original Marmalade Awards & Festival...
National Butchers' Week 4-10th March
National Butchers' Week is upon us and they’re keen to build on the success of the previous six years. The promotional week aims to throw a spotlight on the high street butcher and give them a chance to promote their business, both to their customers and the wider community.
Ed Bedington, editor of Meat Traders Journal, which organises the week, said: "We're looking at all of the UK's butchers to embrace the opportunity this week brings, use it to your advantage and get the country talking about butchery, get them visiting your shops, and maybe even inspire the next generation of butchers coming through the ranks."...