We love the super tasty month of March as it brings lighter days, brighter mornings and slightly warmer weather. Spring is almost certainly on the horizon!
You’ll find some tantalising food just waiting for you to try it, and a number of electrifying drinks new to the market place. Let’s get started with a little treat for your palate.
Tantalising Food
The Jolly Hog, Bacon
If you are looking to raise the bar with your bacon sandwich, take a look at The Jolly Hog. Whether you’re a white bread, oven bottom muffin, or sourdough fan, The Jolly Hog will make your humble sarnie next level. Add some ketchup or brown sauce and you’re away! Available nationwide from supermarkets, prices vary. Visit The Jolly Hog to find out more.
Dillon Organic, Original Flax Keto Bread, and Organic Keto Bagel Original Flax
Two outstanding options to help with your fibre layering. Upgrade your everyday staples to higher-fibre, better quality alternatives that don’t require you to change your diet. Both Original Flax Keto Bread, and Organic Keto Seeded Bagels are fibre-rich, and the bagels have added whole seeds. Priced at £4.99 Keto Bread, and £5.99 Keto Bagels from Dillon Organic.
The Original Baker, Lamb & Mint Pork Sausage Roll
A seasonal twist on the sausage roll, this limited-edition Lamb & Mint Pork Sausage Roll enters the market for spring. Well-seasoned British pork, wrapped in flaky all-butter pastry, slow-cooked lamb, and a gentle note of fresh mint. Available widely from farm shops, convenience stores and even Chatsworth House. RRP £2.95. The Original Baker recently won five accolades at the Farm Shop & Deli Product Awards 2026!
More Tantalising Food
Gosh! Sweet Potato Pakora Bites
Sweet Potato with Red Pepper, Cumin, Chilli and Lemon. A delicious plant-based bite with paprika for warmth, chickpeas for depth, and zingy lemon for freshness. Plus, there’s plenty of fibre, and no added sugar, making these little pakora the perfect snack. Available from major supermarkets across the UK. Visit Gosh! for more info.
Crosta Mollica, Collezione Romana Pizza
A premium collection of 32cm wood-fired sourdough pizzas. Slow-proved for 24 hours, and built on a classic Romana base. The Bolzano features rich salsiccia sausage, sweet-savoury balsamic red onions, and fragrant rosemary. The Portofino brings together slow-roasted pomodorini gialli, delicate mozzarella di bufala, and a drizzle of basil salsa. Finally, the Bosco de Alba pairs fragrant summer truffles with funghi alla griglia, and roasted garlic crema. Tantalising food from Tesco, Waitrose, and Sainsburys. RRP £8.50. For more info visit Crosta Mollica.
Spectacular Sweet Treats
Häagen-Dazs, Tiramisu Ice Cream, and Chocolate Brownie Ice Cream
Not one but two new dessert-inspired flavours from Häagen-Dazs! They’ve introduced Tiramisu, and Chocolate Brownie to the range. Indulge in creamy, luxurious ice cream made using real mascarpone, bold espresso, delicate sponge pieces, and rich coffee and cocoa swirls within the Tiramisu tub. Equally, Chocolate Brownie includes silky chocolate ice cream, ribbons of salted chocolate sauce, and perfectly baked gooey brownie pieces. Tantalising food. RRP £5.75 from all major grocery retailers UK-wide. Visit Häagen-Dazs to find out more.
Trü Frü, White & Dark Chocolate Strawberries
Trü Frü offers the perfect solution to feel-good snacking with delicious new flavour, indulgent Dark Chocolate Strawberries. The new flavour uses fresh and juicy frozen strawberries, immersed in two layers of indulgent and deliciously silky chocolate. As the product is frozen, all the flavour and nutrition are locked in. Furthermore, at 83 calories per portion, Trü Frü’s Strawberries in White & Dark Chocolate are gluten-free and made with no artificial colours, flavours or preservatives. Priced at £6 (200g pack), from Tesco. See Trü Frü for more info.
Dillon Organic Chicory Fibre Syrup
Swap a honey or traditional syrup for Chicory Fibre Syrup in your baking ingredients, add it to your morning porridge, pop it in your drinks, or slather it on hot toast. Can be used in both sweet and savoury dishes. It’s up to you how you use it! Priced at £7.99 (230g jar), from Dillon Organic.
Exciting Soft Drinks
Aqua Libra, Infused Sparkling Water
Hydration just got a glow up with Aqua Libra’s delicious infused flavours, including Cucumber Mint & Lime, Blood Orange & Mango, Watermelon & Strawberry, Raspberry & Blackcurrant, and Blueberry & Pomegranate. All drinks are packed in infinitely recyclable cans, all are 100% vegan and with no added sugar. Available nationwide at Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Waitrose, and Morrisons. £2.00 (330ml can) or £3.65 (multipack x 4 cans). Visit Aqua Libra for more info.
VitClear, Active Health Lemon & Lime Drink
The latest addition to VitClear’s collection of nootropic drinks; Active Health Lemon & Lime. The perfect soda to take to the gym, or when taking part in intense physical activity. It enhances hydration and supports endurance. Active Health from VitClear is the UKs first creatine soda. Moreover, providing 100% of the recommended daily amount of water-based vitamins, 50% of oil-based vitamins, 15% of most minerals, and over 40mg of comprehensive electrolytes. Priced at £2,79 (330ml can), from independent gyms, sports clubs, and online at VitClear.
Cawston Press, Squeezed Lime, and Pressed Watermelon Drinks
Sparkling water is the latest Cawston Press addition to their core range of drinks. Newly launched Squeezed Lime, and Pressed Watermelon Sparkling Water are both made with no added sugar, no sugars, and no fruit juice concentrates. Just real high-quality pressed fruit, and sparkling water, for a clean and refreshing taste. Priced at £1.95 (440ml can), and £5.25 (multipack x 4 cans), from Ocado, Amazon, and independent retailers.
More Fabulous Drinks
Dr Pepper®, Cream Swirl
A playful one-of-a-kind flavour with an indulgent, creamy twist. The Dr Pepper® Cream Swirl is for those who like their soft drinks a little bit different. Available in 330ml cans, 500ml and 2litre PET bottles. Pick one up from any major supermarket and selected convenience stores UK-wide. Visit Dr Pepper to find out more.
Red Bull, Cherry Sakura
The Spring Edition has launched at Red Bull with Cherry Sakura. Tastes of cherry with notes of almond and floral cherry blossom. In addition, cherry Sakura contains caffeine, B-group vitamins (niacin, pantothenic acid, B6 ad B12), real sugar (or alternatively sugar free), water and taurine. Visit Red Bull to find out more.
Fanta, Grape
The newest star of the Fanta family, Fanta Grape delivers a refreshing, tangy twist on the original. Packed with big flavour, big fizz, and unmistakable purple vibes! Available in 330ml cans, 500ml bottles, and shareable 2litre formats. From all major supermarkets and convenience stores UK-wide.
Nonni, Premium Electrolytes
Premium lightly sparkling electrolytes from Nonni for smarter sips and functional hydration. Available in two distinct flavours. Pomelo Grapefruit with Green Lime and Pink Himalayan Salt. Plus, Sicilian Lemony Lemon with Garden Mint, and Green Lime. Low sugar and low salt to help with energy and focus. Priced at £9.99 (4 x 330ml cans), from Drink Nonni.
Electrifying Drinks – Alcohol
Compass Box Whisky, Hedonism
Karen Gillan has been unveiled as the muse for Compass Box Whisky’s Hedonism 2026. The Scottish actor and filmmaker has become the centrepiece of new artwork by renowned artist Emma Hack. Gillan has been placed at the main core of its label. Firstly, the whisky is rich. Secondly, it is deeply dark. Thirdly, it’s more intense than previous editions, with an old sherry component, and has an 46% ABV. Priced at £89.95 (70cl), from Master of Malt.
KROL I, Luxury Organic Vodka
This ultra-premium organic Polish vodka is 40% proof, it won the Master Medal & Taste Master Award at the Global Vodka Masters 2025. It would look fabulous on your drinks trolley or in your drinks cabinet! Five times distilled for pure refinement and complete clarity. Additionally, it’s Organic, vegan, kosher certified, and gluten free. £49.99 (70cl), from Amazon.
Bathtub Gin, Persian Lime & Orange Blossom
Crafted in small batches in Kent and double-infused for a bigger, bolder flavoured gin. Every bottle is individually hand-wrapped in brown paper, tied with string and hand wax-dipped. In conclusion, this gin is a stunning floral expression, think zesty citrus oils, heady orange blossom, cardamom and clove. Serve with tonic or bitter lemon. £34.95 from Master of Malt.
Tantalising Food & Electrifying Drinks In This Monthly Round-up – Words by Rachel McAlley @LadyRach
