As everything gets colder, the nights close in, and the clocks go back, we are most definitely in Autumn.
The most exciting part of the season are the unique events, the gorgeous autumnal colours of the leaves, and tucking into a hearty bowl of something mouthwatering. We’ve got frighteningly fabulous Halloween to look forward to, hauntingly delicious Bonfire Night, and all the stores launching their festive offerings.
In honour of the month of October we’ve got plenty of great food offerings and quaffable drinks for you to try. Just take a look at the below it’s sure to make you hungry or ready for a drink.
Hauntingly Delicious Savoury Food
White Rabbit, newly launched pizzas. From the masters of Italian gluten-free food, White Rabbit have new pizzas including, Salame Piccante, Chicken & Chorizo, Prosciutto Ham & Mushroom and alongside their first-ever frozen Margherita. Equally, they all feature bigger Romana bases. White Rabbit available from all major supermarkets Priced from around £5.50 each.
The Jolly Hog, Pigs in Blankets. Yay, it’s the season for Pigs in Blankets! 10 Proper British pork cocktail sausages wrapped in smoky streaky bacon per pack. Priced at around £4.40. Available now from Ocado. Visit The Jolly Hog for more info.
GOSH! Super Plants Burgers. Thai and Middle Easters flavours have arrived with the new launches from GOSH! Thai Style Broccoli & Red Pepper with Ginger and Lemongrass sit alongside Middle Eastern inspired Three Bean with Lemon, Garlic, and Herbs. From all major supermarkets and find out more at GOSH!
Krude Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Have you tried the Krude Olive Oils from Gordon Ramsay? As the days get cooler, there really is no better way to enjoy comforting seasonal dishes than from your own home. Add a little dash of one of the extra virgin olive oils to your dishes to enhance the flavour. Available in Basil, Garlic, Chilli, Lemon, Nude Cooking Oil, Nude Finishing Oil, and Nude Spray. Priced from £10. Visit Krude Olive Oil to purchase.
More Hauntingly Delicious Savoury Food
Florette Salad Dressings. Including a bottle of Balsamic Dressing, plus a new Garlic & Chive, and delicious Caesar Dressing joining the Florette family. Set to banish boring autumn salads these will be irresistible, bursting with bold, fresh flavours. From Iceland, priced at £1.75 each (175ml).
WILD’R Tuna Steaks. Brand new fish brand WILD’R just launched the UK’s first chilled, ready-to-eat Tuna Steaks. Introducing Ginger, Lime & Coconut MSC Yellowfin Tuna Steaks. Additionally, with warming ginger, zesty lime, and toasted coconut. Available from Sainsbury’s, priced at £5.95.
Pilgrims Choice Dip & Dunk. Pairing creamy cheese sticks with a choice of two punchy dips, this is giving the humble cheese snack a grown-up twist. The Pilgrim Choice Cheddar packs include Roasted Red Pepper or Mango Chutney. Which will you choose? Not to mention, they are priced at just £2.85 (52g) each from Sainsbury’s and Asda.
Spookily Exciting Sweet Treats
Cutter & Squidge. This luxurious Limited Edition Carrot & Pumpkin Spice Cake from Cutter & Squidge is beyond your wildest dreams. The perfect addition to any Halloween party. Spiced carrot cake sponge, cream cheese frosting, carrot jam, with gold-dusted white chocolate truffle shells, white crisp pearls, and shards of white chocolate. Priced £499.99 – £69.99 from Cutter & Squidge.
Peppersmith Mega Pouches Mints and Gum. The all-new Mega Pouches are available for Peppermint Mints, Peppermint Gum, Extra Strong Mints and Spearmint Gum. Priced at £19.99 per resealable pouch. Furthermore, this works out at just 4p per mint and 9p per piece of gum). Available from Peppersmith
INDI Brain Bar. The latest drop from INDI is packed with 16 nutrient-dense brain foods, designed to support cognitive function and reduce fatigue. Plus, it is also full of gut-loving fibre (6g) to satisfy hunger and deliver slow release energy. Priced from £1.50 each (for 24 bars), from INDI Supplements.
Lazy Day new treats. Cornflake & Honeycomb Tiffin, and Chocolate & Vanilla Bars both just launched recently. Rich Belgian chocolate, honeycomb pieces, crumbly biscuit, and caramel coated cornflakes make the Tifflin shine. Moreover, soft chocolate sponge and smooth vanilla frosting, coated in dark chocolate make the bars a winner. Priced between £2.80 and £3.75 each, from Morrisons and Tesco.
Unearthed® Spanish Churros. Made in Spain and ready to cook straight from frozen, these new churros offer an endless sweet finish for tapas night at home. In addition, the Mediterranean deli brand Unearthed® adds their Spanish Churros to the existing range of tortillas, olives and more. Priced from £1.85 – £2.50 (330g), from Waitrose.
Ghoulishly Gorgeous Soft & Hot Drinks
PHIZZ Strawberry Daily Immune+. Designed as one simple, hydration-first daily habit, it hydrates you 3x faster than water alone and supports your immune defences with vitamins C and D, iron, zinc and selenium. Likewise, keeping your body balanced, energised and resilient as the pressures of winter build, from the arrival of cold and flu season to the demands of everyday life. Priced at £9.50 (20 x tablets), from Phizz.
KAHÃRA Roasted Chicory Root Powder, Caffeine-free ritual. Wellness brand Kahãra is a coffee alternative acquainting the modern consumer to chicory. Offering an anti-oxidant rich, naturally caffeine free drink for those who love the ritual of drinking coffee without the caffeine crash. Priced at £24 (250g bag), from Kahara.
Coca-Cola Holiday Creamy Vanilla. A limited-edition hauntingly delicious flavour combining the classic Coca-Cola taste with a smooth vanilla twist. Available in Original Taste and also Zero Sugar and in stores nationwide now for a limited time. Read more at Coca-Cola!
Boozy Drinks That Are Hauntingly Delicious
Blind Summit Whiskies. Firstly, drawn from a single Macallan cask distilled in 1989, the release comprises two individually bottled whiskies. Secondly, there are just 30 sets available worldwide to purchase. Both are separately finished in Rivesaltes fortified wine and Barbados rum casks. Bottles are available individually at £1,250 per 50cl bottle, or as a paired set for £2,500. Available from Blind Summit.
BACARDI Ghost Superior Halloween Limited Edition. For spooky season BACARDÍ’s limited-edition bottle is back by popular demand in the UK. Following previous designs including the iconic bat and a menacing grin, this year’s edition takes a ghostly turn, with a haunting new design brought to life by glow-in-the-dark technology. In conclusion, Bacardi Ghost Superior is priced at £25 (1ltr), from all major supermarkets.
Hauntingly Delicious – Words by Rachel McAlley @LadyRach
