DELECTABLE DELIGHTS M Bakery in Newport has added artisan brioche doughnuts to its menu. “After taking a long break from creating cakes, I’ve decided to make a comeback but with an additional treat added to the menu,” says owner Mai Bignell. “All of my brioche doughnuts are filled and decorated beyond the conventional, and for guaranteed freshness, are made to order.” There are currently six flavours to choose from: • Lemon, Pistachio and Rose Petal Delight is a heavenly combination of tangy lemon curd filling, topped with a velvety ganache montée vanille, finished with hand-crushed pistachios and delicate rose petals. • The Chocolate Salted Caramel Doughnut is a crowd favourite filled with homemade salted caramel, which harmonises perfectly with a luscious milk chocolate ganache. It’s finished with pieces of delectable dark chocolate shards. • The Custard Slice is filled with a generous serving of indulgent creme patisserie and topped with a glaze of icing to mimic the iconic dessert. • The Classic is simple yet divine; this doughnut is coated with a layer of sugar, filled with delectable blueberry jam, and topped with ganache montée vanille and a fresh blueberry. • Oreo Cheesecake is a treat for the senses; this doughnut is filled with a luscious Oreo cheesecake filling and topped with glazed icing. A generous dusting of crushed Oreos adds texture, while an Oreo cheesecake rosette and cookie shards complete the look. • Strawberries and Cream is another bestseller; this doughnut is a celebration of freshness and indulgence. The light and fluffy dough is filled with dreamy, Chantilly cream and hand-cut pieces of fresh strawberries. It’s finished with a rosette of cream and half a strawberry perched on top. Visit https://m-bakery.co.uk for more information. SWEET DREAMS Penhein, a glampsite offering luxury Persian Alachigh tents, is introducing a host of wild gourmet dining options for guests this summer. Penhein Glamping is set in a 450-acre Monmouthshire family-owned farm with wildflower meadows, an adventure playground for kids and a cooling brook to dip your toes in. The accommodation comes in the shape of eight luxury, high-domed tents, each sleeping up to five people. Available for couples, families and larger groups, the new dining offerings aim to take the self-catering out of glamping. Each experience can be booked on a tailormade basis and can include foraging, firepit feasting and even incorporate an element of tuition on how to cook successfully over a fire for future glamping trips. The fully immersive new ‘Gourmet Feast and Forage Experience’ with acclaimed forager Chloe Newcomb Hodgetts will see glampers learning about a variety of edibles whilst exploring the woodland, meadows and hedgerows of the farm, followed by a foraged feast. Depending on the month there may be fruits or fungi, foliage or flowers, herbs, vegetables, roots and spices to find, identify, and sustainably harvest with Chloe using the wild ingredients which are unearthed in a delicious meal she cooks up together with a myriad of pre-prepared foraged dishes. Alternatively, ‘Firepit Fine Dining’ is an incredible experience that sees private chef Roo transporting her mobile kitchen to Penhein to cook up one of her specially curated menus either served in the open air or under a stretch tent. To book or for more information, please visit www.penhein.co.uk PEACE AND QUIET Luxury Lodges, a collection of five-star self-catering resorts, has launched Milk Wood Spa at its South Wales site, Dylan Coastal Resort. Set in the ancient town of Laugharne, tucked away in Carmarthenshire, couples are invited to make use of the sleek and world-class spa facilities at Milk Wood Spa and delight in a luxurious spa experience. Relax in the heated, outdoor hydrotherapy infinity pool and admire the panoramic views of the vast Taf Estuary and beyond. Enjoy Milk Wood Spa’s state-of-the-art facilities, including the large indoor pool, themed showers, Herbal steam room, Tepidarium, and Mezzanine relaxation zone – the perfect spot to wind down after a session in the sleek gym which offers Technogym equipment. After a day spent at Milk Wood Spa, guests can enjoy the impressive dining facilities and outdoor spaces at Milk Wood House. Upstairs, Milk Wood Kitchen and Bar serves a varied menu that uses high-quality, seasonal produce. On warmer days, guests can relax and dine al fresco on the outdoor terraces that look over the Gower Peninsula – the ideal spot to enjoy a morning coffee or afternoon aperitif. Discover more at www.luxurylodges.com/dylan-coastal-resort SHINE BRIGHT LIKE A DIAMOND Claire Hill Designs, an independent jewellery brand based in Wales, creates responsibly handmade pieces. Claire has launched a collection focusing on the hidden beauty of new lab-grown diamonds and adding everyday luxury that will last. Included in the collection are 100 per cent recycled 925 sterling silver pieces, 14K gold vermeil plating, ethically sourced or lab-grown gemstones and recyclable gift boxes. Visit www.clairehilldesigns.co.uk for more information. 10
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