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CONTENTS

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Bring colour to your home this Christmas

eason’s greetings and welcome to the December issue of Sixer.

Have you got your tree up yet?

When it comes to decorations it’s easy to go over the top – and this year you’re being encouraged to as bold and bright colours are set to dominate houses all over the country.

Food (and drink) plays a huge part in any festive celebration. With that in mind we spoke to chocolatier Cocoa Spink who makes gorgeous – and tasty – gifts and have our monthly beer and wine columns.

Keeping things Christmas, we look at Santa’s list - and get his recommendations for songs, films, food and this year’s must-have toys.There’s a huge quiz too should you be stuck for things to do over the festive period.

Elsewhere we have your usual mix of home and garden, fashion, beauty and motoring and will be back in the new year.

Stay safe.

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Richard Abbey Executive Editor

16 Home & Garden

Go bold with your Christmas decorations

36 Bits & Pieces

Our monthly round-up of what’s been going on around the region

39 Made in Sheffield

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58 Sixer Bumper Christmas Quiz 2020

Test your mettle in our festive brain-teaser

60 Artisan gifts

Cocoa Spink’s chocolate treats are perfect for Christmas

40 Christmas Gift Guide

62 Motoring

Get inspiration from the independents this Christmas

Get hot under the collar with this month’s motoring offerings

44 Beer column

66 Wine column

Sixer and Visionary Brewmaster bring you a monthly beer column

47 Christmas by numbers

Supermarket wines: discovering outstanding yet affordable wine. This month - sparkling wine

From films to songs, and food to drink, here’s some wonderful Christmassy lists to get you into the spirit

52 Fashion

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Find inspiration from these local boutiques FRONT COVER: Sheffield Cathedral will be hosting its Christmas Tree Festival from 1-31 December. See page 14 for more

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PROMOTION

A significant milestone DISCERNING CUSTOMERS APPRECIATE THE FIRST CLASS WORKMANSHIP THAT GOES INTO CREATING A DAVID J MARTIN KITCHEN. THAT THE BUSINESS HAS RECENTLY CELEBRATED 40 YEARS IS TESTAMENT TO ITS SUCCESS. ne of Sheffield’s most successful and long-standing businesses celebrated its 40th anniversary in December. David J. Martin has been creating stunning bespoke furniture, primarily for kitchens but also for bedrooms, studies and lounges, from the same business base on Springvale Road, Walkley since 1980.

Forty years is a significant landmark for any business and a steady stream of satisfied customers have been won over by David’s obsession with doing every job to the highest possible standards.

“I’m doing what I always wanted to do since I was at school,” says David, a carpenter by trade who studied for many years, starting with a City and Guilds in joinery and finishing up with a degree in his chosen subject. “I loved joinery and technical drawing and still get David in his workshop a lot of satisfaction from seeing a job through from start to finish.”

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Every piece of wood is sanded in house, every colour is mixed and sprayed by the company’s own full time professional paint sprayer, and every sharp corner is rounded off by hand.

“There’s no such thing as a typical David J Martin kitchen,” says David. “The fact that we make everything means the customer can have whatever they want. Everyone has a different view as to how a kitchen works, so a large part of my job is talking it through with them and finding out exactly what they would like.

“We often find ourselves working in some very nice houses where the original kitchen was quite small, it was simply a place to prepare food in. So we are not just planning on where to put the new kitchen, we are also knocking down walls.”

When this happens David J Martin can provide a one-stop shop for structural, plumbing and electricity work as well as building furniture.

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David with son Richard and grandson Oliver Image courtesy Mark Rodgers

and three to five weeks to fit, depending on the amount of building work involved.

David says: “Because we work as a team – plasterers, electricians, plumbers and fitters – everyone is lined up to come in and work as and when we need them. There is no delay and disruption for the customer is always kept to a minimum.”

It’s at the design stage that David’s technical drawing skills come into their own as he prefers to show customers his own line drawings rather than using a CAD (computer aided design) machine.

“Hand-drawn plans alongside photos of what we are starting from show a much truer depiction of what we are going to do and clients who are ordering a bespoke kitchen like it.”

Looking to the future, David’s son Richard has worked for the company for 12 years and is now an integral part of the team, and with grandson Oliver the latest addition to the family, who’s to say this family business won’t still be going strong in another 40 years.

David J. Martin 210 Springvale Road, Walkley, Sheffield S6 3NU Tel: 0114 268 6718 www.david-j-martin.co.uk

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A Christmas celebration ACTING DEAN GEOFFREY HARBORD SPEAKS TO SIXER ABOUT HIS SUITABILITY FOR THE ROLE, THE CURRENT PANDEMIC AND HIS HOPES FOR 2021. n this constantly changing world, Sheffield Cathedral has had to change and adapt like the best of us. At the time of writing it is currently closed to public worship but is open for private prayer.

Aiming to reopen its doors on 3 December, restrictions permitting, it will be launching its Christmas Tree Festival, which is sponsored by etiCloud and will run throughout the month.

Local businesses, schools and charities have been invited to sponsor Christmas trees which will be displayed around the stunning interior of the building and visitors can visit free of charge.

Leading the Christmas celebrations will be recently appointed Acting Dean Geoffrey Harbord. He joins at the most difficult of times but was happy to speak to us about his suitability for the role, the current pandemic and his hopes for 2021.

“Sheffield Cathedral has been a site of Christian worship for around a thousand years,” he said. “It is no stranger to dark days – in the 13th century it was burned down by rebels, it has witnessed the destruction wrought by civil war and the suffering caused by pestilence and plague and, 80 years ago this month, bombs falling all around it.

“Today, as everywhere else, it is set in the midst of the COVID pandemic, with most of its services having to be broadcast online and the building itself only open for restricted hours.

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“It is quite a challenge to work out how a cathedral can minister in these circumstances and I have been asked to help it do this over the next few months as its acting dean until a permanent one can be appointed.

“I have known Sheffield Cathedral all my life. I was born but half a mile away from it, and many of my ancestors have lived in Sheffield back into the Middle Ages. After growing up in the city, I served in parishes in Rotherham and Doncaster and for the last 17 years have been the Bishop of Sheffield’s chaplain.

So I am now delighted to be able to serve the cathedral of my home city.

“Last December thousands visited the Cathedral to see the spectacular light

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show ‘The Angels are Coming’. It was a beacon of light and hope in the midst of the short and dark days before Christmas. Light and hope are much needed in these COVID times and many found them recently when visiting the ‘Leaves of Hope’ installation at the Cathedral. This December we look forward to welcoming you to our spectacular Christmas Tree festival, either in person if permitted or online.

“Whatever darkness we may have to face in the future, Sheffield Cathedral will always be a place where the people of our city can find the light that is Christ.”

While you’re visiting the festival, don’t forget to call into the 1554 Coffee Shop and gift shop; at the latter you’ll find a range of Sheffield-related gifts, including products from Henderson’s Relish and Printed By Us. Sheffield Cathedral Church Street, Sheffield, S1 1HA Tel: 0114 275 3434

Please visit the website for opening hours and guidance for visitors. www.sheffieldcathedral.org

“Whatever darkness we may have to face in the future, Sheffield Cathedral will always be a place where the people of our city can find the light that is Christ.”

– Acting Dean Geoffrey Harbord

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Very Sass & Belle Xmas scooter and campervan baubles £12.99 (set of 2). very.co.uk Traditional knitted Christmas stockings, from £9.95. www.dibor.co.uk LEFT: HomeSense Christmas berry wreath £24.99. tkmaxx.com RIGHT: John Lewis & Partners Japonism red bauble with Christmas tree £6. www.johnlewis.com Paperchase red balloon dog £4. www.paperchase.com

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Steeldogs go wild Despite the second lockdown, the Bradfield Brewery Sheffield Steeldogs have continued to fulfil their ice hockey fixtures, playing games against Swindon Wildcats on 15 and 22 November in the Streaming Series.

The first leg saw the Steeldogs triumph 5-1 and follow this up with a 7-5 win in leg two.

Alex Graham was the star of the show.

Images courtesy Dean Woolley.

Family stride out When the family of Sheffield United fan David Crampton decided they wanted to raise money for the St Luke’s Hospice Virtual Night Strider challenge, they chose a football theme.

That meant completing an 11-mile walk from Rotherham’s New York Stadium to David’s beloved Sheffield United ground at Bramall Lane and then on to Sheffield Wednesday’s Hillsborough Stadium. And having finished the challenge in just over four hours, the team have raised more than £1,000 for St Luke’s.

Power up Meet young Charlie Warsop, one of Powers Martial Arts centre’s PT clients. Charlie mixes up his kickboxing with fitness, always gives 100 per cent effort and has improved massively due to his efforts. Well done Charlie!

Parents, if you want your children fit, confident and have skills to protect themselves, give Powers Martial Arts a call on 07831 763688 or contact Paul Powers on Facebook.

Christmas Elf Hunt Bradfield Dungworth Primary School Parent and Friends Association are holding a Christmas Elf Hunt around Dam Flask from 4-24 December.

Children - and parents - can purchase a booklet for £2 from the school, at Flask End Post Office in Low Bradfield or by emailing pfa@bradfielddungworth. sheffield.sch.uk.

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For many, getting back to ‘normality’ after the lockdown period is not as straightforward as it seems. What happens if your boiler decides to give-in or your toilet won’t flush? Is it safe to invite someone into your home to rectify these problems?

With Bumfords, the answer is a resounding yes. The family business, with over 50 years of invaluable experience behind them, has been working throughout the lockdown period, carrying out essential maintenance and repairs. Their engineers fully adhere to government guidelines, wear all appropriate PPE and will always call in advance of attending a home visit to ensure it is safe to do so.

Neil and his team offer a host of plumbing and heating services to homes and businesses throughout Sheffield and South Yorkshire, including installation, service and repair. They also offer underfloor heating, smart heating controls, bathrooms, electricals, lighting and drainage. Their online quotation service makes life easier for customers who want a quick estimate, whether you’re looking for a boiler repair or a brand new, more efficient boiler installed in your home.

For more information on the products and services Bumfords offer, visit www.bumfords.com

Stannington Players Stannington Players have been closely monitoring government guidelines around large groups meeting days and have taken the decision not to proceed with their pantomime this year - not an easy decision to make.

“The safety of our members and audiences is our main priority, and unfortunately at this time, there are too many restrictions still in place for us to perform safely,” a spokesperson said. “It is our intention to perform ‘Allo Allo’ in April. We thank you for all your understanding at this and look forward to seeing you soon.”

To find out more, visit www.stanningtonplayers.org.uk

Welcome to my office Views from the roofs of S6 Simon Slater of Slaters Aerial Services has a different ‘office view’ to most of us – a rooftop vista of Sheffield. But can you guess where exactly he was when he took this photograph?

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Pop up Christmas Shop at Flask End

Flask End & Bradfield Post Office Woodfall Lane, Low Bradfield, Sheffield S6 6LA Tel 0114 2851235

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INDEPENDENT

Made in Sheffield FLASK END VILLAGE SHOP AND POST OFFICE HAS BECOME A ONE-STOP CHRISTMAS SHOP IN SUPPORT OF CITY INDEPENDENTS. tiny village Post Office in the Peak District village of Bradfield has come up with a novel idea to ensure the lockdown doesn’t ruin anyone’s Christmas.

Flask End, which is a village store, Post Office and cafe, is classed as an essential service so continues to trade during this second lockdown. With the inside cafe area having to close, Postmistress Heather Tingle came up with a novel idea to utilise the empty space by offering independent local businesses a place to sell their Christmas gift stock.

Curated Makers, which were due to have weeks of retail space in a pop-up shop in John Lewis in Sheffield city centre, found their plans were curtailed due to the lockdown hitting after only three days of being in store, and this is where Flask End and Bradfield Post Office stepped in. Four of the John Lewis pop-up shop traders have now hastily organised displays inside the quaint village store, along with 17 other Sheffield independent businesses.

Customers that wish to support Sheffield businesses are now able to browse the myriad of gifts in store, whilst picking up their essential groceries or using the Post Office.

Heather Tingle said: “During the first lockdown the importance of using small independents and shopping local was really highlighted, with people unable to access supermarket deliveries, and big supply chains failing. We were poised to

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step in so that local customers, the elderly and vulnerable, were able to shop with us and get fresh produce in a stress free, and socially distanced manner.

“The second lockdown at this time of year will mean so many retailers miss out on peak Christmas trading so we wanted to offer a lifeline to those businesses as well as giving our customers an alternative to shopping online with massive corporations like Amazon. It’s quite a coup for a tiny shop like us to be able to rival the likes of John Lewis!

“Flask End already had the ethos of ‘shop local’ for many years with our produce supplied from local companies such as Moss Valley Fine Meats and Our Cow Molly so it‘s a delight to expand our suppliers to bring Christmas to our customers during this difficult time. We frantically turned our cafe area into a Christmas emporium complete with shelves trimmed with tinsel and pretty lights - it’s been quite a feat to dismantle half our business including finding a new temporary home for our the 14ft church pew!

“We understand that travelling is discouraged, but now locals needing to get some exercise around our beautiful Bradfield dams will be able to pop in for a takeaway coffee, buy some stamps, get their fresh bread and veg, and tick off their Christmas shopping list all in one go - we truly are a one-stop Christmas shop!”

For further information, contact Heather Tingle at Flask End and Bradfield Post Office on 0114 285 1235.You can ‘Like’ them on Facebook and Twitter @flaskend.

Suppliers from the John Lewis pop-up taking part: Sam Parr Art Josephine Dellow Illustration Own Way Co List of other suppliers taking part: Bradfield Brewery Stoneface Creative Crabapple Moon MJT Artwork Hendersons Relish Just preserves Print & Promotions The Sheffield Honey Company Grandma Wilds Suds and Buds Northern Tangles Yorkshire Crisps Yorkshire Rapeseed Oil Yorkshire Drizzle Sunshine and Poppies Becky Boynton Temple Spa Self Tapped

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GIFT GUIDE

GET INSPIRATION FROM THE INDEPENDENTS THIS FESTIVE SEASON. f thoughts are already turning towards Christmas, and you’re looking for some inspiration for those oh-so hard-to-buy presents, look no further than our independents.

The last few months have been difficult for all of us and these small shops and businesses are no exception. That cake, carpet or Christmas decoration that you buy locally makes a huge difference, not just to that

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These mouth-blown baubles (left) are by Allister Malcolm, £12 (regular), £18 (large). Catriona Archibald’s calorie-free handmade ceramic biscuits (right) are £6 or £7 each.

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business but to the community as a whole.

North Sheffield and beyond is blessed with some fantastic independent businesses, from high fashion to jewellery and artisan gifts.With that in mind, and in praise of these wonderful enterprises, we’re encouraging everyone to shop local and support your independents.

Here are some recommended gifts to get you started.

John Crawshaw Butchers Christmas hampers start from £45.99 and includes 2lb boneless turkey joint, 2lb 1/2 beef topside, 2lb boneless pork loin or leg, 12 x pigs in blankets, 2lb pork or cumberland sausage meat, 1/2lb prime back bacon and a small pork pie.

Tel: 0114 288 3548. johncrawshaws.co.uk

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Discover a whole host of Sheffield makers at Flask End Post Office’s pop-up Christmas shop.

Tel: 0114 285 1235. www.flaskend.co.uk

Winter boots, from £45, now in store at New Image, 277 Middlewood Road, Sheffield, S6 4HD. Tel: 0114 234 4880. www.new-image.co.uk

Citizen Satellite Wave GPS in black IP stainless steel CC3038-51E £599.

PA Jewellery, The Old Bank, 23 Commonside, Sheffield, S10 1GD. Tel: 0114 266 9253. www.pajewellery.com Bethlehem baubles – Traditional glass decorations hand made in Bethlehem. A perfect gift or a nice treat for your tree this year. Available from the gift shop at Sheffield Cathedral. www.sheffieldcathedral.org

You’ll find a great selection of lights and helmets at Trek, 2 Fox Valley Way, Sheffield, S36 2AB. Tel: 0114 213 8020. www.trekbikes.com

Festive snow globes from £9.99 available at Valleyside Garden Centre, Manchester Road (A57), Sheffield, S10 5PX. Tel: 0114 230 1925 www.valleysidesheffield.co.uk

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S&J’s PANTRY Traditional, Local, Artisan, & Fairly Traded Produce

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(Main course selection must be the same for the whole dinning party)

Duck Fat Roasties, Pigs in Blankets, Brussel Sprouts with Chestnuts & Home Cured Pancetta, Slow Braised Fruity Red Cabbage, Honey Roast Carrots & Parsnips, Seasonal Stuffing, Poultry Gravy, Cranberry Compote

Dessert Wortley Arms Christmas Pudding, Brandy Sauce, Spiced Fruit Semifreddo Home Baked Mince Pies, Brandy Butter, Cinnamon Sugar Cheese & Biscuits, Homemade Chutney, Celery & Grapes

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PROMOTION

Charlotte Whitmore

Made in Yorkshire PA JEWELLERY HAS PARTNERED WITH SEVEN LOCALLY-BASED INDEPENDENT MAKERS TO SHOWCASE NEW RANGES OF UNIQUE JEWELLERY.

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t PA Jewellery we are always on the lookout for exciting jewellery ranges to show our customers and we are particularly Amanda Mark Veevers designs his keen to find local talent that Brawn jewellery to appeal to both can bring something different feature men and women.

Combining to our showroom. We are recycled a variety of metals with proud that we can now offer silver diamonds, gemstones and a fantastic selection of alongside sea glass – fragments of glass enamel, he creates handmade, jewellery, all handmade in one-off pieces that take their smoothed and rounded by the sea creating Yorkshire by a hand-picked inspiration from road a range of beautiful textures and hues. group of independent makers.

Janet Leitch markings, signs and symbols.

Annette Petch creates beautiful pieces Each of our new partners After a career in teaching, inspired by the natural forms and textures has their own story and an Janet Leitch returned to jewelleryof flora and fauna. She works with individual range of skills and inspirations making five years ago. She loves to ethically sourced, recycled Argentium but they all make beautiful jewellery. All experiment with contrasting textures in silver, an alloy that is not only wonderful Yorkshire-based, many of our makers materials and has recently worked with to work with but also purer, brighter and studied their craft in our own city of lower maintenance than the traditional Korean Sheffield – often through the Jewellery Annette Petch technique Keum boo to traditional sterling silver.

Design and Silversmithing course at fuse 24ct gold and silver Although Covid-19 may Sheffield Hallam University. into interesting patterns. prevent us from showcasing Derbyshire-born Charlotte Whitmore Frances Noon creates a these creations in our designs and crafts all her jewellery in her quirky collection of showroom as soon as we’d cellar workshop at home.Working in jewellery and small like, we are working hard to silver, she creates unique patterns and sculptures, bringing together get the pieces on our textures in combination with unusual different metals in colourful website so you can see just materials such as vintage plastics – often combination.

Her inspiration comes from why we are so excited about them. Look salvaged from old tiddlywinks and buttons! the natural world with birds, animals, out for updates on our social media too!

From her Sheffield studio, Adele Taylor flowers and trees forming the core of her produces a selection of silver, 18ct gold range. Each piece is hand-stamped with PA Jewellery and precious stone jewellery. Strongly individual decoration that endows it with The Old Bank, 23 Commonside, influenced by travels in Iceland, she a personality all its own.

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BEER

Sup local SIXER HAS JOINED FORCES WITH VISIONARY BREWMASTER TO BRING YOU A MONTHLY BEER COLUMN. isionary Brewmaster started earlier this year when a few friends, sat in a pub in Whitby, decided to develop an Instagram page to share the beers they sampled with others. Through it they discuss the beers they have sampled, the flavours and the importance of understanding where beers are brewed.

“We try to post a new beer daily showcasing the brewery, signposting followers to their pages and providing details on the flavours, background and of course a Brewmaster rating,” said Leon Dearns.

“We set out to show support to all breweries with our motto ‘Sup local’, assisting small businesses during this strange and tough year of lockdowns and the unknown, attempting to provide some positive stories to offer people a small break from 2020.

“Along with supping local we wish to ensure Sheffield people are aware of the great produce on offer to them, promote seasonal beers and showcase the history of breweries.”

Over the coming months, Leon will be recommending beers, pubs, breweries and bottle shops - all local and independent.

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Visionary Brewmaster’s picks for December:

BRADFIELD BREWERY, FARMERS BELGIAN BLUE Bradfield Brewery is an obvious choice to support and “Sup local”! It’s wellknown within the S6 area and Belgian Blue is one of the brilliant Farmers beers and ales they brew along with some quality merchandise, from beer mats to Christmas hampers and clothing, all perfect gifts for any beer lover.

This beer is brewed within plenty of time for Christmas and always makes us feel festive when we taste our first one of the year. The beer is just ‘something different’ delivering fruity flavours and a deep aftertaste. We’ve had some great memories enhanced by Belgian Blue; however, it can cause a sore head or two, defiantly a worthwhile hangover!

“As we’re battle on through lockdown two, we are hopeful that the pubs can reopen in December and people will be able to enjoy a pint of Belgian Blue on draught,” said the brewery’s John Gill. “In the meantime, we are keeping our beers flowing in bottles and mini kegs for people to enjoy at home instead. We have implemented a drive thru service at the Brewery for bulk buys and contactless purchases as well as continuing to offer a doorstep delivery service.”

Visit the brewery’s site to find out more bradfieldbrewery.com

WALKLEY BEER COMPANY This great local beer shop is stocked full of local delights and ran by experts full of knowledge and advice to ensure you walk away happy with a brew to remember and enjoy.

Walkley Beer Co offers exceptional quality at great prices, from small independent beers to more well-known local favourites. We picked up some strong beers ranging up to 9%, including the likes of; Deliverance Double IPA Abbeydale Brewery, Matching Mullets Red IPA - Lost Industry Brewery Ltd and Octacan Hazy Pale Ale - No Heroes Brewing (partnership with One Tree Planted). The latter has an awesome background story of supporting the environment through planting a tree every time they make a sale.

The shop doubles up as a great little bar with a welcoming atmosphere, however, due to the current situation they are relying on walk-in purchases, so they need the support more now than ever for Sheffield people to buy and sup locally!

Walkley Beer Co is open Wednesday to Sunday afternoon, so there’s plenty of time to make a visit and sample what they have on offer.

To find out more about Walkley Beer Company visit www.walkleybeer.co.uk

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THE GARRISON Guardhouse Bar & Restaurant

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Christmas at The Garrison Hotel Come and join us for some festive cheer in a setting overflowing with unique character.

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CHRISTMAS LUNCH Served 12-2pm Monday to Saturday SPEACIAL OFFER *free tea or coffee with any lunch booking* 2 course £12.95 • 3 course £14.95

CHRISTMAS DINNER Served 5-8pm Monday to Saturday SPECIAL OFFER *free glass of fizz* 2 course £20 • 3 Course £25 Or why not join us for our well known Sunday lunch menu including all the favorites as well as a superb Christmas lunch option

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We are one of the top 10 best value hotels in the UK according to TripAdvisor!

PARTIES The Garrison Hotel is extremely proud to announce that we have been recognised as one of the top 10 Best Value Hotels on Trip Advisor this Autumn.

We stock a selection of Local Real Ales, Craft Beers & Local Gins

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CHRISTMAS LIST

Christmas by numbers FROM FILMS TO SONGS, AND FOOD TO DRINK, HERE’S SOME WONDERFUL CHRISTMASSY LISTS TO GET YOU INTO THE SPIRIT. BY REBECCA WALES.

e’s making a list and checking it twice, going to find out who’s naughty and nice… Yes, Santa Claus is coming to town and bringing lots of festive cheer to boot.

No doubt the tree is already up, you’ve dusted off that Nat King Cole CD and consumed more mince pies than you can remember, but what will Christmas be like for you this year?

It’s certainly going to be different and, at the time of writing, we’re still unsure how we’ll be celebrating the big day. Here’s hoping we can gather with our nearest and dearest for steaming mugs of mulled, roast turkey and all the trimmings and maybe even a game of Scrabble or two.

However you end up celebrating Christmas, Rebecca Wales has compiled ten of the best, lists of our favourite festive things to ensure your seasonal break is memorable for all the right reasons. From films to songs, and food to drink, here’s some wonderful Christmassy things to get you into the spirit.

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CHRISTMAS LIST

Films Who doesn’t love a festive favourite? Channel 5 may have started showing them in September but if you’ve still not had your fill, these recommendations are a great place to start.

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1. How the Grinch Stole Christmas Voiced by Jim Carrey, this animated classic sees a green, revenge-seeking Grinch set out to ruin Christmas for the citizens of Whoville.

2. The Muppet Christmas Carol Charles Dickens’ classic tale was given the Muppet treatment - and it was rather good fun. Michael Caine plays the miser, Ebenezer Scrooge.

3. Home Alone Kevin McAllister must protect his house from a pair of burglars when he is accidentally left home alone by his family during Christmas vacation.

4. The Polar Express On Christmas Eve, a young boy embarks on a magical adventure to the North Pole on the Polar Express, while learning about friendship, bravery, and the spirit of Christmas.

5. It’s a Wonderful Life Frank Capra’s classic stars James Stewart as a desperately frustrated businessman who is shown by an angel what life would be like if he had never existed.

6. Elf After discovering he is human, Will Ferrell, raised as an elf at the North Pole, decides to travel to New York City to locate his real father.

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7. Love Actually The love lives of eight very different couples are intertwined in the run up to Christmas.

8. The Holiday Unlucky in love Cameron Diaz and Kate Winslet swap houses for Christmas.

9. Nativity An uptight but secretly heartbroken primary school teacher’s little white lie about Hollywood coming to see his class’ nativity play grows like wildfire in his rag-tag school low on self-esteem.

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CHRISTMAS LIST

Food No Christmas is complete without food - and the more of it the better.

1 Turkey The much-maligned bird is the cornerstone of Christmas dinner. Give the goose a miss and go with tradition.

2 Mince pies Shop-bought or homemade, the humble mince captures the essence of Christmas in a few tasty mouthfuls.

3 Christmas pudding It may not be for everyone but with lashings of brandy sauce, it’s the perfect way to finish your Christmas meal.

4 Pigs in blankets When did these become such an integral part of Christmas dinner. Sausages wrapped in bacon are 5 the perfect partner to turkey.

Drinks Chances are your alcohol intake will increase over the festive period - here are some beverages for all occasions.

1 Mulled wine Served warm, this spiced wine is the perfect winter warmer and just screams Christmas.

2 Eggnog Usually considered an American tradition, eggnog actually originated in this country. Made with eggs, milk, cream and sugar, it’s a sweet treat.

3 Champagne Wake up to a glass of fizz on 25 December. Is there a better way to celebrate?

Brussel sprouts No dinner is complete without them. Instead of 6 boiling, try frying them with chestnuts and bacon.

4 Snowball They usually only surface at Christmastime and are something of an acquired taste.

Parnsips Roast them with a few carrots and a splash of honey to add a touch of sweetness to your dinner.

5 Port The perfect partner to your festive cheeseboard.

Cheese One to enjoy over the days following Christmas, usually with some good chutney and a glass of port.

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Gingerbread The tradition of making gingerbread houses started in Germany but the spice-laden biscuits are the perfect accompaniment to any festive feast.

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9 Chocolate Roses/Quality Street/Miniature Heroes/Terry’s Chocolate Orange… delete as applicable. Anything will do.

10 Yorkshire pudding Perhaps the most controversial addition to any Christmas dinner. Does it belong? It comes down to personal preference.

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6 Bailey’s What is it about creamy drinks that seem so appropriate at Christmas?

7 Whisky Great straight up (or on the rocks) but even better in a hot toddy after a bracing winter walk.

8 Sherry The sweetness of the many different sherries is a good match for rich festive food.

9 Hot chocolate The whole family can wrap their hands around a steaming mug, preferably with marshmallows and whipped cream.

10 Martini Raise a glass to the recently departed Sean Connery.

Make sure it’s shaken, not stirred of course.

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FASHION

Stepping out WHAT DOES YOUR WINTER WARDROBE LOOK LIKE? FIND INSPIRATION FROM THESE LOCAL BOUTIQUES. Twinset autumn/winter styles are now in store at Sister, 409 Ecclesall Road, Sheffield, S11 8PG. Tel: 0114 267 1330. www.sisteronline.co.uk

Up! The Canadian trouser fashion brand that’s taking the UK by storm. A no zip, no button trouser with secret stomach control panel and THINCREDIBLE Fit™.

Lots of choice from plain or print? There’s nowhere to go than Up! Exclusively available in Chesterfield at Blanc, 177 Chatsworth Road, Chesterfield. S40 2BA. Call 01246 767220. Click & Collect or postal delivery service available too

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Condici - in store at New Image, 227 Middlewood Road, Sheffield, S6 4HD. Tel: 0114 234 4880. www.newimage.co.uk

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FASHION

Check out the latest festive ranges in store and online at b. biscuit, 77 Junction Road, Hunters Bar, Sheffield, S11 8XA. Tel: 0114 266 1221. www.bbiscuit.co.uk

Jospeh Ribkoff autumn/winter styles www.josephribkoff.com

Hiker boot in brown suede, £280, by Loake.

The Secret Shoe Box, 145 West Street, Sheffield, S1 4EW. Tel: 0114 273 7931. www.thesecretshoe box.co.uk

Autumn/winter styles by Riani now in store at Izzi of Baslow, Radcliffe House, Cock Hill, Baslow DE45 1SR. Tel: 01246 582500. www.izziofbaslow.com

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Belmont House Care & Nursing Home At Belmont House, we provide the highest standards of family-led nursing, residential and dementia care. We understand how important it is to protect our elderly population, particularly at this current time. Our friendly experienced staff offer reassurance and protection for your loved ones, following thorough practices to keep them safe and secure, while providing a warm family atmosphere that makes Belmont House feel extra special.

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The Caring Choice believes that continuity of care is an essential part of the service that we provide so our service users feel safe and supported in their own homes. If you have a loved one who needs support in their home please call us for a free consultation.

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BEAUTY

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OUAI anti-frizz hair sheets £20 www.theouai.com Each sheet is made of ecofriendly hemp paper and contains a non-greasy blend of coconut oil and shea butter to soften, illuminate and tamp down pesky, frizzy strands. The best part? You can take them anywhere the wind takes you, because they fit in even the tiniest of purses.

Hair Ritual by Sisley restructuring nourishing balm £86 www.sisley-paris.com Pre-shampoo deeply nourishing balm for damaged, dry and brittle hair. Enriched with a precious combination of botanical oils, it acts on the hair fibre to intensely nourish, restore and restructure.

Elemis pro-collagen rose facial oil £67 uk.elemis.com Discover a petal-soft complexion with this luxurious, soothing facial oil. The exceptionally lightweight formula is infused with precious English rose oleo extract and a blend of hydrating marine actives to soften the look of lines and wrinkles and leave the skin looking more youthful.

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That’s all it takes to wash away impurities, pollutants, makeup and grime. Free from harsh, irritating ingredients found in most soaps, this bar cleanses perfectly while moisturising with natural emollients leaving your face clean, refreshed and never taut or dry.

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BEAUTY

We Are Paradoxx Game Changer hair mask £30 www.weareparadoxx.com. Also available in store at Harvey Nichols Leeds harveynichols.com Transform dull, damaged and dry locks with the Game Changer mask from We Are Paradoxx. Made with high-performance extracts such as seaweed and avocado along with restorative argan and coconut oils, this is sure to give your hair a new lease of life. The versatile formula also works as a finishing cream to smooth frizz and add shine.

Sarah Chapman liquid facial mist £42 www.sarahchapman.com. Also available in store at Harvey Nichols Leeds harveynichols.com This lightweight liquid infusion drenches the face with hyaluronic moisture magnets, peptides and skin-soothing actives to refresh tired, sensitive and dehydrated skin at any time. The micro formula helps to target dryness and discomfort for a smooth, plump and glowing complexion.

ABOVE: National Trust rosemary leaf and orange lip balm £7 shop.nationaltrust.org.uk Made exclusively for the National Trust, this rosemary leaf and orange flavoured balm will leave your lips feeling soft, moisturised and smelling wonderful. Taking its cue from the abundant Kitchen Garden at Trengwainton and the Orangery at Hanbury Hall, the botanically inspired fragrance opens with sweet mandarin and orange before moving to a heart of lavender, carrot seed and rosemary.

Base notes of dry amber are grounded with rich cedar wood in this wheelbarrow of scent.

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Also available in store at Harvey Nichols Leeds harveynichols.com This velveteen balm with a hint of mint calms, restores and conditions, transforming lips with the most tender touch. Instantly helping to soften dryness, this emollient treatment nourishes, restores and strengthens the natural moisture barrier to help prevent environmental damage.

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Sixer Bumper Christmas Quiz 2020 TEST YOUR METTLE IN OUR FESTIVE BRAIN-TEASER. uizzes have been a great way to pass the time and connect with family and friends over the last few months. With that in mind, we’ve put together this tricky festive quiz to keep your brain ticking over. We’ve tried to

Q

Music

Film & TV

1. Who reached number one in July with the hit single ‘Head and Heart’?

2. Which influential guitarist and founding member of his namesake rock band, passed away in October?

3. Which popular girl band started a ‘Search’ for a new band on BBC One in the autumn?

4. Who released the album, Future Nostalgia, in 2020?

5. Oasis released What’s the Story (Morning Glory) 25 years ago what was their follow-up album called?

6. Stormzy collaborated with this mega-selling singer on the single Own It. 7. This band scored last year’s Christmas number one with ‘I Love Sausage Rolls’. Who are they?

8. Complete the name of this single the Rolling Stones released during lockdown: Living in a…

9. What is the name of the former Stone Roses singer who was due to headline Tramlines this year?

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make it a real challenge... there’s 60 questions covering a range of subjects, from music and film to news and sport.

Don’t write in... it’s just for fun. The answers will be in the February issue of Sixer.

11. Which legendary actor, perhaps best known for the ‘swords and sandals’ epic, Spartacus, passed away aged 103?

12. What was the name of the history and politics teacher who recently scooped the £1million jackpot on Who Wants to be a Millionaire?

13. The 25th James Bond film was delayed not once but twice this year and will now be released in 2021, what is its title?

14. In what year did the popular sitcom, Friends, first air?

15. Who won this year’s Britain’s Got Talent?

16. Love Island was put on hold this year, but who won last summer’s show?

17. It has been one of the stand-out Netflix hits of the year, but who is the ‘Tiger King’?

18. This Eugene Levy-led comedy series swept the board at this year’s Emmy’s.

19. Big Brother first aired 20 years ago. Who was its first winner?

20. BBC One’s His Dark Materials is based on a series of books by which author?

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Sport

Current Affairs

21. How many Championship did Michael Jordan’s Chicago Bulls win in the 1990s?

31. Who said it: “We have it totally under control.

It’s one person coming in from China. It’s going to be just fine.”

22. Liverpool won their first Premier League title. How many points did they finish the season with?

32. Who took a drive to Barnard Castle to make sure his eyesight was ok?

23. Who won the 2020 NFL Super Bowl?

34. Which ‘C’ storm hit Britain in early February bringing winds of over 80mph?

24. Due to Covid, the USPGA Championship was the first golf major to be played this year. Who won?

25. Who recently became only the second Britain to win cycling’s Giro D’Italia?

26. Which former Olympic champion boxer is currently taking part in Strictly Come Dancing?

33. Who did Princess Beatrice of York marry in July?

35. Which artist features on the new £20 note, launched earlier this year?

36. Which contested area caused intense fighting between Armenia and Azerbaijan?

37. How much is the UK Living Wage?

27. Lewis Hamilton recently surpassed which driver’s Formula One win record?

38. Who is the current leader of the Liberal Democrats?

28. Which rugby league team won this year’s Challenge Cup?

39. Protesters in Bristol pulled down a statue of which historical figure?

29. Which player scored the winning goal in the 2020 Champion’s League Final?

40. Argos announced the end to what after almost 50 years?

30. Who is captain of the England Rugby Union team?

Sheffield

Christmas

41. Which Doctor Who likes to hang out in Sheffield?

51. How many ghosts show up in A Christmas Carol?

42. Sheffield FC is the world’s oldest football club. When was it founded?

52. In Home Alone, where are the McAllisters going on holiday when they leave Kevin behind?

43. What is the name of the working men’s club in The Full Monty?

53. Which country did eggnog come from?

44. How many rivers run through Sheffield?

45. When was the first Tramlines festival?

46. What year did the Sheffield Supertram open?

47. What does ‘nesh’ mean?

48. When did Sheffield become a city?

49. In which year was the ‘Battle of Orgreave’ contested on the outskirts of the city?

50. Which Sheffield band was fronted by Crispin Hunt?

54. According to the song, what did my true love give to me on the eighth day of Christmas?

55. Three of Santa’s reindeer’s names begin with the letter “D.” Name them.

56. What is the name of George Bailey’s guardian angel in It’s A Wonderful Life?

57. What Christmas-themed ballet premiered in Saint Petersburg, Russia in 1892?

58. Stollen is the traditional fruit cake of which country?

59. In what modern day country was Saint Nicholas born?

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CHRISTMAS FOOD

Artisan gifts COCOA SPINK’S CHOCOLATE TREATS ARE PERFECT FOR CHRISTMAS. n recent years, there has been a notable rise in artisan brands, with more people valuing quality over quantity. The notion that more people are now leaning towards buying locally-produced, handmade confectionary in particular is something that Sue from Cocoa Spink recognises.

Based in Sheffield, Sue is an artisan chocolate-maker who set up her business, Cocoa Spink, in 2017. Since then, Sue has created an impressive range of chocolates and treats, all of which are handmade in her kitchen.

Her products can also be personalised if requested.

Sue first got involved in chocolate-making in 2016 when she accompanied a friend on a chocolatemaking course. However, her passion for creativity started long before then. “Many years previous to this I worked in my family business, which was the butchers at Bents Green. Even then, I enjoyed trying to be creative in the shop.”

Sue started Cocoa Spink whilst working part-time in a local nursery and helped her newly-established business grow by attending local markets such as Sharrow Vale, Nether Edge and other food festivals. “One of the first bars I

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created was a rocky road bar (which I now call the ultimate rocky road). It has a finest Belgian chocolate base topped with fudge pieces, marshmallows and feuilletine. It’s one of my favourite products.”

Like with many businesses, Sue has had to overcome hurdles this year, having lost all of her markets bar the odd one. “In order to keep Cocoa Spink afloat, I tried Etsy and luckily it’s been quite successful for me. I also now have a website on my Cocoa Spink Instagram page which I’m starting to build.”

Similarly to everyone else, Sue acknowledges that Christmas is going to be a bit different this year and hopes that a few of her chocolate treats will bring a little joy to people. “I’m currently busy making hot chocolate stirrers and chocolate lollipops – both of which are

perfect for table presents, stocking fillers and Christmas Eve boxes. Letterbox bars are also a great idea and price point (around £6 which includes p&p).”

As for the future, Sue is feeling positive. “I’d like to think about setting up a chocolate-themed café one day… we’ll see!”

Find out more at www.cocoaspink.com

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Funeral Plans in Your Area W

Is this the right time for you to get your funeral arrangements sorted out?

AW IN AR N D ER S

Help yourself and your family

Fair prices for good value services

What to do next

If you want to get your funeral wishes recorded so that your family know what you want, and so that you can be sure that the money is available, why don’t you take out a Peace Funerals Plan?

With Direct Funeral plans costing from around £1765* (£24.85* per month over 10 years) and Standard Bespoke plans from around £2820* (£39.70* per month over 10 years), Peace Funerals plan prices compare very favourably with others available.

If you want to find out more, or would like to begin the process of making your own plan, please get in touch. You can ring us on 0114 233 0563 email us at info@peacefunerals.co.uk or call in to our premises – appointments recommended.

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MOTORING

GET HOT UNDER THE COLLAR WITH THIS MONTH’S MOTORING OFFERINGS. BY JORDAN CUTFORTH.

Hotter hatch

Right price The SUV offerings from Peugeot have always been a solid alternative to the usually crop you get from the Germans. With their great styling and plethora of technology on offer they provide a car that’s hard to ignore in this sector of the market.

Peugeot has now announced the pricing and specification of their new 3008 and 5008 ranges. With a choice of efficient petrol and diesel powertrains including a choice of two plug-in hybrids on the 3008 model producing figures of 235mpg WLTP, prices will range from £27,160-£47,210 for the 3008 and £29,585£40,905 for the 5008.

A six-speed manual and eight-speed automatic gearbox are offered in both cars, however the two advanced plug-in hybrid powertrains are only available in the 3008.

For the hot-hatch lovers out there, Hyundai has developed a new hatch from the skunkworks of its N-division.

Say hello to the i20 N. The i30 N was a nutter of a car, if it was human is would almost certainly have an ASBO. Think of the i20 N as the annoying little brother following in its big brother’s footsteps.

Not much word on the powertrain or performance details, however we do know that the styling has been inspired by the i20 WRC rally car, meaning it’s going to look like a hot-hatch should, and sounds just as you would expect.

Like the i30 N, expect a manual to be offered for the real driving enthusiasts to which this car is catered towards.

Electric first

Hot Spur If you’re in the market for a car that can transport you, your partner and two kids in exquisite luxury, comfort, and speed then the Bentley Flying Spur will arguably be at the top of your shopping list.

The Flying Spur is Bentley’s finest take on producing one of the best saloon cars ever made. Now though, like the Continental GT, the Flying Spur can now be powered by a 542hp 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine as an option to the 6.0-litre W12 which is synonymous with Bentley cars.

The V8 is targeted to a more driver-focussed demographic as the V8 is 100kg lighter than the W12 iterant making for a more agile and responsive and enthralling drive.

Deliveries due at the end of 2020.

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For years the Skoda Octavia VRS has been the staple for allround everyday performance motoring, ranging from the hardworking blue-collar family man’s workhorse to the traffic cop’s undercover stealth machine.

Never has there been an electric version, up until now – under the hood lies a 148hp 1.4 TSI petrol engine, which combined with an 85kW electric motor boosts power to 242hp and 400Nm of torque. From 50-70mph this is 2.2 seconds quicker than the ordinary petrol variant. A combined economy figure of 176.6mpg is quoted as is a CO2 figure of 26g/km.

This can drive up to 39 miles on electric-only propulsion.

Hatch and estate variants are offered, front-wheel drive only and powered through a six-speed DSG gearbox.

Prices start from £35,020.

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WINE

Sparkle and shine SUPERMARKET WINES: DISCOVERING OUTSTANDING YET AFFORDABLE WINE. BY JAMIE GREEN. ith the festive season upon us, we’ve reviewed a few different styles to help you celebrate this December.You may be surprised to read that this article is going to completely steer clear of Champagne; we’ll look at alternatives to save on the pennies, while not losing out on quality.

First thing to remember about sparkling wine is that all Champagne is sparkling wine, but not all sparkling wine is Champagne. The ‘traditional method’ they use to create the bubbles and distinctive flavours has been recreated by many other countries in the world, including Spain and more recently right here in the UK.

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*** Much of what you pay for with Champagne is the name and prestige of the region. Cava and English sparkling wine are great alternatives if you are looking for something with similar flavours to Champagne. However, Prosecco is a great alternative to enjoy a sparkling wine that displays more freshness and fruit flavours.

Supermarket Wines’ Selection:

CAVA Cava is made using the same method as Champagne but utilise different grapes and lawfully require shorter ageing requirements. This leads to wines that can have more freshness and fruit characteristics, but also can display those biscuity and yeasty flavours like those from Champagne.

PROSECCO There is more to Prosecco than just affordable bubbles. Most Prosecco wines are produced in a dry (Brut) style. However, due to the grapes’ fruity flavours of green apple, honey, melon, and pear, it can seem sweeter than it is. Unlike Champagne and Cava, Prosecco gets its bubbles while fermenting in steel tanks rather than in the bottle. The wine does not need to be aged before it can be sold. This means the wine maintains its freshness.

UK SPARKLING WINE The average temperature of the south UK is currently the same of that of Champagne in the 1960s1970s. This, along with improved winemaking techniques, has led to huge amounts of progress in English sparkling wine.

Using the same method and grapes as the Champagne region, the UK have excelled in producing ‘Champagne-style’ wines and are fast becoming the ones to watch within the global wine community.

Cava Brut M&S, Spain, £7

Prosecco Extra Dry Aldi, Italy, £7.99

English Sparkling Wine Tesco, UK, £19

Tasting Notes: Slight brioche followed by citrus and green apple. The wine is fresh and lively, backed up with underlying baked biscuits.

Tasting Notes: One of the best Prosecco wines around. A dry wine full of green apple and pear.

There is also a refreshing lemon zing that cuts through the wine.

Tasting Notes: This wine is produced by Hush Heath Estate, who produce a range of quality English sparkling wines. It is a dry, crisp wine with apple and citrus flavours balanced by delicate brioche notes.

Introducing Prosecco Rosé Italian sparkling rosé is not a new concept, but it couldn’t be labelled under Prosecco regulations until May 2020.

Expect this to be the drink of Christmas 2020 and Summer 2021. Having sampled Marks & Spencer’s pink fizz, it is bursting with summer fruits, strawberry and finished with gentle lime citrus.

Where to find Prosecco Rosé?

Aldi – £6.49 / Lidl – £6.49 / Marks & Spencer – £8 / Asda - £6.50

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