Brewing up a storm More and more Brits are now picking up the cafetière, with Macdonald Hotels & Resorts revealing a 10 per cent rise in coffee sales across its 32 UK hotels and resorts in the past year, showing a growing national obsession with coffee culture. The group, which includes three sites across Cheshire, serves millions of guests every year and has set a high standard in food and beverage service. Coffee is central to that expertise, with investments in barista training, premium blends, and sustainable sourcing ensuring that every cup meets customer expectations. That commitment includes a pioneering partnership with direct trade producers Paddy & Scott’s. Through its Lunch Box coffee, every bag purchased helps fund meals for children in coffee-growing regions, such as Kenya. So far, guests at Macdonald Hotels & Resorts have enjoyed over 361,500 cups, helping to provide more than 8,107 school meals in the Meru region, with the initiative on track to hit 12,160 meals by the end of the year. Find out about hosting your big day at one of MacDonald Hotels beautiful Cheshire locations at macdonaldhotels.co.uk Handpicked HAMPERS Whether you’re looking for a lastminute gift for your wedding party this winter or planning ahead to next year, a carefully curated hamper you know your loved ones will cherish is a winning choice. Alternatively, why not pop one on your own wedding gift list? Warrington-based Top Hampers was born from the belief that gifts should mark an occasion in a way that’s meaningful and memorable, enabling you to give thoughtful and personalised gifts that show just how much you care. The latest range of ready-to-go wedding hampers are perfect if you’re short on time and can be delivered the next working day. From affordable to extravagant, they’re priced between £58 to £145. You can also opt for a bespoke hamper and rely on Top Hampers to do what it does best, creating a unique bespoke gift that truly reflects the recipient. Find out more at tophampers.com NEW TO CHESTER Luxury bath, body and home wellbeing brand Rituals has recently opened the doors to a new story in Chester at The Grosvenor Shopping Centre. The new space provides shoppers with an immersive journey through Rituals’ distinctive range of luxurious bath, body and home products, all thoughtfully designed to inspire moments of mindfulness and self-care in everyday life. Pop along to step up your bridal beauty or find the soothing solution to pre-wedding stress. Learn more at rituals.com NEWS Nearlywed Catch up on the latest from around the region 6
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