NEWS Nearlywed Catch up on the latest from around the county WINNING WAYS Kent-based Baldwins Travel has been voted Travel Agent of The Year – London and South East England (Small Agency) 2023 at this year’s Agent Achievement Awards. The event was held at the prestigious Westminster Park Plaza Hotel in London, where the travel industry comes together to celebrate the very best travel agents in the country. On winning this award Nick Marks, managing director, says, “We’re absolutely delighted to win this coveted prize, which is due to the hard work and dedication of all the team at Baldwins Travel. We pride ourselves on giving the very best service to all our clients and we cannot thank everyone who voted for us enough. This award means the world to the team.” So, if you’re keen to place your honeymoon plans in the safest of hands, find out more at https://baldwinstravel.co.uk EDITOR LOVES Kakawa Artisan Chocolate is the home of handcrafted, small-batch chocolates in the heart of the Kent countryside. Its dedicated chocolatiers create hundreds of tasty creations including bestsellers The Original (£3.95), an irresistible symphony of creamy milk and velvety white chocolate; Traditional Chocolate Bars (from £3.95), embodying the heart and soul of Kakawa and a timeless homage to classic chocolate indulgence; and Topped Chocolate Bars (from £5.95), each one a work of art, expertly adorned in carefully chosen toppings such as biscuits, fudge and meringue. What’s more, this local brand’s commitment to the planet is just as deep as its love for chocolate. By sourcing sustainable cocoa and using eco-friendly packaging, its making indulgence a guilt-free experience! Kakawa isn’t just about making chocolate, it’s about creating edible works of art, which is why the bars make for wonderful wedding favours. Choose your favourites and the team will provide personalised labelling for your big day. In the past they’ve even used wax stamps supplied by their happy couples to stamp personalised chocolate plaques. If you’d rather take a hands-on approach though, you’re welcome to go along and make your own favours for an extra special personal touch. With more than 200 flavours to choose from, you can be as creative as you like in terms of finding the perfect fit for your vibe and theme. Their creativity knows no bounds, and neither does your chocolate adventure. It doesn’t end there as the team at Kakawa are happy to welcome you and your hens to their HQ and fully-licensed premises. This means that between chocolate-making experiences you can all have a drink and chill while your treats set. Find out more at https://kakawaartisan.com DATES FOR THE DIARY Get your fill of planning and wedspiration at a variety of wedding fairs happening across the county this season. Sunday 17th September, 2023 10.30am-2.30pm The Kent Wedding Wedding Fair, Rochester Corn Exchange www.kentweddingfair.co.uk Sunday 17th September, 2023 11am-3pm Lympne Castle Wedding Show www.idoweddingevents.co.uk Saturday 30th September – Sunday 1st October, 2023 | 10am-4pm Bluewater Wedding Fayre www.pdeweddingfayres.co.uk Sunday 1st October, 2023 10.30am-2.30pm The Kent Wedding Fair, Delta Hotels by Marriott Tudor Park Country Club www.kentweddingfair.co.uk Sunday 8th October, 2023 | 11am-4pm Signature Wedding Show at Wembley Stadium www.countyweddingevents.com Saturday 14th October – Sunday 15th October, 2023 The National Wedding Show www.nationaweddingshow.co.uk Sunday 15th October, 2023 | 11am-3pm Bradbourne House Wedding Showcase www.countyweddingevents.com Sunday 15th October, 2023 | 11am-3pm Hythe Imperial Hotel Wedding Fair www.hytheimperial.co.uk Sunday 15th October, 2023 | 10.30am-2.30pm The Kent Wedding Fair, Holiday Inn London Bexley www.kentweddingfair.co.uk LOCAL NEWS 9
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