When Rachel Horan appeared on The ActionCOACH Business Growth Podcast, her story didn’t just inspire – it stopped listeners in their tracks. A successful business owner today, Rachel is the founder of Angel Aesthetics by Rachel in St. Helens – but her path to entrepreneurship began in one of the darkest chapters of her life. A survivor of domestic abuse, Rachel was evicted from her house of nearly two decades, with nowhere to turn and three children to raise alone. What followed wasn’t just the launch of a business – it was the rebuilding of a life, one decision at…

This Sunday, 25th May, is National Wine Day and the perfect occasion to sip your favourite wine, or try something new! Van Hunks: Van Hunks Cap Classique Brut Sparkling Wine Bold, gold, smooth and dry, Van Hunks Brut Cap Classique is easy drinking, with perfect tiny bubbles. Van Hunks Cap Classique is produced using a traditional method identical to Méthode Champenoise. It is bottle fermented in small batches and matured in contact with the lees for approximately 30 months. Showcasing the best of South African sparkling wine, this Cap Classique is a blend of red and white grapes displaying the full, balanced yeasty complexity…

Serving up sunshine, flavour and goodness for British Tomato Fortnight This British Tomato Fortnight (2nd – 15th June), Isle of Wight Tomatoes celebrates the great British tomato in all its juicy, sun-ripened glory, teaming up with leading nutritionist and best-selling author Rhiannon Lambert. The collaboration spotlights Isle of Wight Tomatoes as the ultimate seasonal ingredient: naturally nutritious, full of flavour, and grown right here in the UK. Rhiannon has created an exclusive summer recipe, Ultimate Tomato Toast, featuring her favourite varieties of these award-winning tomatoes. It’s quick to make, bursting with goodness, and brings all the tastes of summer to your…

Located on Electric Boulevard at Battersea Power Station, TOZI Pizzeria & Cicchetti Bar has partnered with Malfy Gin on its new al fresco terrace. TOZI Piazza brings a taste of Venice and the Amalfi coast together with sharing cicchetti plates, freshly baked pizzas and seasonal spritz. The stunning terrace has been transformed into an Italian oasis. Be greeted by the spritz cart outside serving refreshing cocktails before entering the terrace through an archway adorned with Sicilian lemons, channelling the spirit of the gorgeous Amalfi Coast. New Malfy Spritz cocktails on the menu – all priced at £14 – also available to take…

[London, May 2025] Award-winning bar group, Arc Inspirations, the leading operator behind the premium bar brands, Banyan, BOX and Manahatta, has announced plans to open a flagship venue in London this autumn. The announcement marks a significant milestone in Arc’s growth strategy, which will see the operator investing £4M to open a BOX, off Shaftesbury Avenue in the heart of London’s West End district. Spread across two floors, the 7,200ft venue is set to open to its first customers in October, with the aim of becoming the go-to premium destination for watching sport, interactive competitive socialising and live entertainment. The new…

SolitAir, the UAE’s only dedicated cargo airline operating express daily scheduled services between Dubai and high-yield key trade routes across the Global South, has chosen Lido mPilot and Lido FMS from Lufthansa Systems to support its pilots and optimize flight operations. With Lido mPilot, pilots gain access to a fully integrated and digital charting solution that simplifies navigation and enhances situational awareness. The intuitive application provides seamless access to terminal charts, dynamically generated enroute maps and an Airport Moving Map (AMM), all optimized for operational efficiency. Meanwhile, Lido FMS supplies SolitAir with a high-quality, certified aeronautical database for its Flight…

Soft drink brand, Hip Pop, has recently expanded its presence in Sainsbury’s and Waitrose. Demand for natural and low-sugar drinks continues to rise, with Hip Pop recently being named ‘UK’s Best Carbonated Drink’. Now, Hip Pop’s soda is more widely available than ever, with over 4,000 distribution points. Introducing Hip Pop to Sainsbury’s Hip Pop soda will now be available in 184 Sainsbury’s stores across the UK. The supermarket giant will be selling four-packs of Tropical Peach and four-packs of Berries & Cherries. This now takes Hip Pop to nine stock keeping units (SKUs) across four parts of the Sainsbury’s retail…

Poker, particularly Texas Hold’em, has undergone a remarkable evolution in the United Kingdom. What began as an underground pastime in smoky backrooms has transformed into a mainstream phenomenon, complete with televised tournaments, prestigious casinos, and a thriving online scene. This article explores poker’s journey in the UK, its current status, and how the game’s strategic depth mirrors real-world decision-making—much like the choices we face in business, travel, and even infrastructure planning. The Early Days: Poker’s Humble Beginnings in the UK Poker first arrived in England in the early 19th century, brought over by travelers and merchants. However, it remained a…

FUNCTIONAL MEAL TOPPERS FOR KIDS Irish health food company Good4U is breaking new ground in the UK with the launch of the first functional meal toppers specifically designed for children aged 3+. This innovative range introduces a new category to the children’s food aisle with a convenient, all-natural boost that delivers essential nutrients to support bone health, immunity, digestion and cognitive development. The range includes three new SKUs designed specifically for growing children: Breakfast Boost (RRP £2.50/pack), Pasta Boost (RRP £2.50/pack), and Everyday Boost (RRP £2.50/pack). These versatile, natural products are designed to be sprinkled over or added to meals, instantly enriching them with essential nutrients,…

From the wheat fields of Altamura to the world’s finest hotel bars, Altamura Distilleries has become Official Vodka Partner of The World’s 50 Best Hotels. Altamura Distilleries has become the ‘Official Vodka Partner of The World’s 50 Best Hotels’, a landmark moment that places this umami-rich Italian vodka at the heart of global luxury hospitality. From its origins in the wheat fields of southern Italy to the back bars of the world’s most iconic hotels, Altamura Distilleries’ journey has always been defined by excellence, elegance, and craftsmanship. This new partnership cements Altamura Distilleries’ status as the vodka of choice for…