New Products I’ve Discovered Recently
I’m such a creature of habit but in the Summer time, I always love trying new products; so here are some of the things I’ve tried (and loved) recently!
The Toll House Deli – Burnt Basque Cheesecake
The Toll House Deli, newly opened on Cremorne Road, has launched a handcrafted Basque cheesecake collection that blends indulgent flavours, elegant presentation and small-batch baking.
At the centre of the concept are the deli’s signature mini burnt Basque cheesecakes: perfectly caramelised on the outside, rich and creamy within, and designed for gifting, gatherings and modern dessert lovers looking for something both nostalgic and elevated.
Available individually, as mixed flavour boxes, or in full-sized celebration format, the collection includes Classic Basque, Pistachio Luxe, Chocolate Decadence, Lotus Biscoff Crunch and Berry Compote.
unearthed® the Mediterranean food brand has been expertly pairing olives for years and now offers a curated range of olives and Italian-style sharing platters to perfectly complement every occasion from a relaxed aperitivo for two to a lively tapas night with friends. NEW unearthed® Mission Olives range includes olives Perfect with Drinks, Perfect with Friends, Perfect for Tapas (RRP £4.00 each) alongside two NEW ready-to-serve Italian Style Sharing Platters (RRP £5.00 each) available in Sainsbury’s.
Agua Fresca is a natural soda, made with crushed whole fruit, packed with live cultures and vitamin C. Available in two flavours Raspberry Lemonade & Peach Lemonade. Includes crushed whole fruits – no waste. Packed with billions of live cultures. Vegan, Gluten Free, Caffeine Free, No Fake Sweeteners.
The Whisky Exchange – The Zodiac Series
Inspired by the 12 signs of the zodiac, The Whisky Exchange’s second exclusive whisky collection – The Zodiac Series pairs exceptional single cask Scotch whiskies with the distinctive personalities of each star sign. Every expression has been hand-selected by Buying Director Dawn Davies and Own Label Product Manager Chris Bolton for its flavour, quality and its ability to capture the characteristics traditionally associated with its zodiac counterpart.
The collection is being released across three collectible sets, each featuring one air, one water, one earth and one fire sign, with the first eight bottles available now. Each bottle features captivating artwork by the talented Jenna Morse of The Whisky Exchange design team, making the bottles as collectible as the liquid inside.
For Goodness Shakes has expanded its 35g Protein Shake range with the launch of a new White Chocolate flavour, offering consumers a high-protein option that combines convenience, nutrition and indulgent taste.
Each 330ml ready-to-drink shake contains 35g of protein, is made with fresh milk and no added sugar, and contains just four ingredients with no stabilisers. The shake is also lactose free, gluten free and fat free.
The new flavour joins chocolate, strawberry, salted caramel and vanilla in the brand’s core range and is available now online and in Tesco stores nationwide.
Microplane Adjustable V-Blade Slicer PureCut
Microplane Adjustable V-Blade Slicer PureCut with its wide, ultra-sharp, long-lasting stainless steel V-blade and easy-to-use Adjustable Thickness Dial, makes it simple to achieve perfect slices from paper-thin up to a hearty 8mm thick. Whether you’re preparing an ingredient or a garnish, the Microplane Adjustable V-Blade Slicer PureCut is engineered for perfect results delivered with speed, precision and style:
Available in three colours: Cashmere Beige, Eucalyptus and After Dark Grey. RRP £49.95 from selfridges.com
Hilltop Tracklements Fresh Chilli Jam Hot Honey
This is what happens when two top-tasting brands come together – pure, authentic honey and Tracklements Fresh Chilli Jam – the UK’s first and multi-award-winning best-seller. The result is an addictive, sticky-sweet heat you’ll want to drizzle, spoon and savour every single day.
The chilli-and-honey combo delivers a tantalising fusion of heat, fruity undertones, and subtle savoury depth, making it the perfect finishing touch for a wide range of dishes. Hilltop Tracklements Fresh Chilli Jam Hot Honey, RRP £4.25 for 340g, is available from www.tracklements.co.uk and www.lovehilltop.com.
Circulon’s Halo LaserDefence™ Ceramic Cookware
With an increasing number of consumers actively seeking cookware which is free from intentionally added PFAS, BPA, cadmium and lead, Halo LaserDefence™ offers an effective solution without compromising on performance. Suitable for all hob types, including induction, the cookware is dishwasher safe, oven safe for up to 260° and designed for durability and ease for everyday cooking.
There’s a new fizz stepping into the spotlight with a fresh take on everyday soft drinks. IT’S GIVING delivers great taste first, packs in 6g of fibre and is priced at just £1, making it an easy addition to daily routines with no compromise.
Launching in three standout flavours, Apple & Elderflower, Black Cherry and Mango & Passionfruit, IT’S GIVING has been developed as a proper soft drink first: refreshing, easy to enjoy and made for real-life drinking occasions, whether that is stocking the fridge, picking up lunch on-the-go or swapping the usual fizzy drink for something that does a little more.
Tilda’s Jamaican Spiced Pumpkin Rice
Summer is about to get a serious flavour upgrade. Tilda’s newest chef collab – a limited-edition pouch rice created with Original Flava is set to bring Jamaican soul and sunshine-soaked island energy straight to UK kitchens. The ready-to-heat Tilda pouch is a vibrant taste of Jamaica, combining fluffy rice with flavourful pumpkin, and warming spice from scotch bonnet chilli that’s rich. Moreish. Unmistakably Original Flava.
As with all Tilda products, quality remains at the heart of the recipe. The limited-edition pouch is suitable for vegetarians and vegans, gluten free, and made with no artificial colours, flavours or preservatives. Ready in just two minutes in the microwave or three minutes stir-fried, the Jamaican Spiced Pumpkin Rice delivers the convenience shoppers expect from Tilda’s ready-to-heat range, combined with the excitement, personality and big flavour energy of its first-ever chef collaboration.
Tilda Jamaican Spiced Pumpkin Rice (250g), RRP £1.25, Available now in major retailers nationwide.
Casdon Toys has just launched the first-ever range of licensed ice-cream toys – in partnership with Heartbrand (known to the UK as Walls). A first of its kind and perfect for summer play, the range includes role play versions of iconic frozen favourites such as Calippo, Magnum, Cornetto and Solero, as well as traditional scoop-style ice-cream tubs with RRP starting from just £6. Key products include:
- 3 Pack Ice Cream Toy Set, RRP £6 – three much-loved Walls favourites reimagined as realistic toys, perfect for little ones who love pretend play, role play and play kitchens
- Ice Cream Scoop Playset, RRP £12 – children can scoop, stack and serve cones just like in a real ice cream shop, encouraging imaginative role play while naturally supporting fine motor skills and early counting
- Ice Cream Freezer Play Set, RRP £15 – little ones can build confidence and social skills with this realistic role play set, complete with a coin-release lid and five iconic Walls ice creams
- Ice Cream Parlour Play Set, RRP £30 – serving up over 35 pieces for imaginative play and recently scooping a ‘Hero Toy Award’ at London Toy Fair 2026
Thermomix TM7
Thermomix TM7 chops, blends, steams, sautés, kneads, weighs, emulsifies, grinds, slow cooks, ferments and more, all with guided precision and built-in accuracy. It also plans meals, weighs ingredients as it cooks, sets time and temperature automatically, and gives step-by-step guidance via its 10” touchscreen and access to over 100,000 recipes.
From 30 minute midweek dinners to restaurant quality meals, batch cooking and dietary-led dishes, it removes the mental load as much as the manual effort. Bridging the gap, combining tech, precision and guided cooking to make home cooking far more joyful.
RRP £1,350. Available via the Thermomix website here
Staying hydrated during exercise isn’t optional, it is necessary to replace the minerals lost through sweat. Puresport’s electrolytes offer a precise blend of sodium, magnesium, calcium and potassium that delivers the perfect hydration hit. Most often taken prior to running, these can also be sipped mid-race and used to refuel after. With raspberry salt, watermelon salt, citrus salt and orange lemonade flavours available, staying hydrated can even taste good too! RRP £33 for 30 sachets
Lyme Bay Winery Raspberry Lemonade and Strawberry & Elderflower Sparkling Meads
The UK’s largest producer of mead, Lyme Bay Winery, is reimagining the world’s oldest alcoholic drink with the launch of two vibrant new flavours, Raspberry Lemonade and Strawberry & Elderflower Sparkling Mead. Lightly sparkling, bursting with natural flavour and at just 3.5% ABV, these fun and refreshing new drinks are redefining what people expect from mead.
Raspberry Lemonade Sparkling Mead balances sweet-tart raspberries with zesty lemonade, perfectly complemented with the smooth, honey-kissed notes of traditional mead. Fresh, fruity and bright, it’s versatile and easy to drink, whatever the occasion. Strawberry & Elderflower Sparkling Mead blends strawberry juice with elderflowers and the soft honey notes of mead. With its lively fizz and subtly floral finish, it’s a delightful aperitif, pairs beautifully with food, or can be enjoyed simply over ice.
Both drinks contain no artificial colours, flavours or sweeteners, offering a clean and naturally delicious taste. RRP: £2.75 per 330ml can.
Tech accessories brand Juice has launched three limited-edition versions of its best-selling Power Bank 3 to celebrate both the World Cup and Wimbledon.
Designed for sports fans who want to stay connected throughout every match, each Power Bank:
- Has a compact and lightweight design
- Has three USB ports (one USB-C and two USB-A ports)
- Allows users to charge up to three devices simultaneously
- Has a 10,000mAh battery providing up to three full charges
- Charges an average smartphone from 0–50% in just 50 minutes
- Has LED indicators to monitor remaining power levels
- Is manufactured from 100% recycled plastic
The World Cup and Wimbledon 2026 Power Banks are available exclusively from Argos, with the red and white ‘Match Day’ Power Bank available from juice.co.uk and via their TikTok Shop.
