Coconut Water - Genuine Coconut

Missing the summer weather already? A holiday to Thailand without the cost; well it’s not quite a holiday but when we at The Amazing Blog tried the Genuine Coconut we felt transported to a tropical island instantly.

If you’ve already tried various Coconut water brands, we’re sure you’re aware of the benefits to keep your body running like a smooth well-watered machine, helping with digestive problems and improving energy levels, but don’t assume they’re all the same! Most people are aware that coconut water contains Lauric acid and Cytokinins which are natural components helping minimise the aging of skin cells, gifting you a natural, healthy glow.

Genuine Coconut is different from other brands as you’re able to drink the Coconut water from an actual Coconut, meaning the taste is original and authentic whilst being left feeling revitalised. The quality within the production standards at Genuine Coconut means the Coconuts are certified organic and have never been genetically modified resulting in the best Coconut flavour and quality.

The Genuine Coconut uses the NAM HOM variety of Coconuts from a specific area in Thailand, this type is special and unique, and the Coconuts are high quality-known for their particular fragrance, freshness and sweetness.

For a quick tropical trip away, try the refreshing Coconut water from Genuine Coconut for £3.50 at the closest Wholefoods. 

Joe & Seph's Gourmet Popcorn

While I love popcorn as much as the next person, I am loathe to spend the best part of £10 on a carton of the stuff at the cinema, especially when the contents are, more often than not, either too sweet or too salty, and generally have the consistency of soggy cardboard. Much of the supermarket stuff suffer from similar problems; and the flavour options are very limited, unlike their crisp counterparts. However, having spotted this gaping niche in the market of confectionery, Joe & Seph’s have come to the rescue. Producers of gourmet popcorn, the story began following numerous trips to the US in which they would return with the crème de la crème of popcorn, and in turn they went about making their very own British variety. The standard way of making popcorn is to pop it in an oil and sugar mix; with Joe & Seph’s popcorn the corn is air-popped and coated in a caramel made from fresh butter, hence the rather superior taste.

With an array of mouth-watering flavours on offer – from Brandy Butter, to Caramel & White Chocolate through to Toffee Apple & Cinnamon and beyond, Joe & Seph’s have also recently brought out a savoury range, perfect for those missing a sweet tooth. These include Goats Cheese & Black Pepper, Mature Irish Cheddar and Blue Cheese, Walnut & Celery, making Joe and Seph’s the poshest popcorn in town.

Available from Whole Foods, Selfridge, Harrods and at a number of independent retailers, stockists can be found online here. And with the gang at The Amazing Blog having tried and tested Joe & Seph’s Gourmet Popcorn, it’s safe to say it tastes every bit as good as it sounds!

Kromland Farm

Like any English girl will tell you, the answer to many of life's successes or failures is a nice cup of tea. Here at The Amazing Blog we always have a full stash of all sorts of tea, from English Breakfast to Mint, to Blackcurrent, to Green, you name it, we have some variation of it. So when we came across Kromland Farm teas we were definitely excited to try them out! The Kromland Farm range has three unique teas, their original Rooibos tea, as well as their Vanilla tea and Earl Grey tea. I personally love the Earl Grey tea, as you know you're drinking an Earl Grey, but the flavour is much more enhanced due to the Rooibos, and it's even caffeine free, perfect for any hour of the day! Kromland Farm has been producing their quality Rooibos tea since 1902, and they take pride in being organic, kosher, and being produced by them on their farm in South Africa. The Rooibos plant is unique to South Africa, so all the cultivation has to be done there, a process that makes the tea taste truly authentic. If you're in the mood for something sweeter then their Vanilla tea is smooth and sweet, and their original Rooibos tea is also caffeine free and delicious.

So if you're in the mood for another unique tea to add to your collection then look no further than the Rooibos teas from Kromland Farm. Kromland Farm teas are available to buy in Whole Foods and from their website.

Good Heavens!

When you're in the middle of a meeting, on your way to school, or just busy around the house, it's so easy to reach for a quick treat that may not be so good for you. After all, no one wants to spend ages cutting up fruit and vegetables when you can grab a packet of Maltesers so easily. But The Amazing Blog cares about your health, so we have found a quick snack that's good for you, and tastes delicious. Good Heavens! drinking yogurt is going to be your new saviour. These delicious drinking yogurts not only taste seriously amazing, but they're completely portable and really good for you. The yogurts are all-natural with no preservatives, and much better for you than a regular fruit juice or smoothie. Good Heavens! takes care to source all their ingredients responsibly to make sure you're getting the highest quality product. They're a small boutique dairy with over 20 years yogurt making experience - so you can rest assured they know what they're doing. The Good Heavens! range has all the regular hits, like Vanilla, Strawberry and Banana but also delicious flavours like Mango Passion Fruit, Tiramisu, Apple and Pear and more. They're best when they're nice and cold, so keep them in the fridge until right before you want to enjoy them. My personal favourite is their newest release in Salted Caramel, its the perfect mix of sweet and salty and satisfies my sweet tooth every time.

They're available from their website, or you can pick some up Harrods, Selfridges, Tesco Express and Whole Foods starting at £1.69. So next time you think about reaching for a fruit smoothie, pick up a Good Heavens! drinking yogurt.

Hydrate naturally!

My new favourite drink of choice is Vita Coco. Made from 100% natural coconut water which is taken from young, green, healthy coconuts, this refreshing and tropical tasting drink takes me back to the beaches of Thailand where I would sip on this delicious water straight from the young coconuts daily. Although I’m not known for being particularly sporty I’m told that coconut water is the ultimate post-workout drink as it is extremely hydrating and contains 15 times the electrolytes found in sports drinks (this also makes it ideal for hangovers!) It is also fat free and cholesterol free with no added sugar making it much healthier than normal energy drinks. Pure coconut water also has numerous other health benefits including keeping the body cool,  boosting circulation, easing stomach pains, balancing your body's pH level, detoxifying the body and boosting the immune system as well as promoting weight loss.

I love the original version but for those people that need something a bit sweeter, Vita Coco also comes in several flavoured varieties such as peach and mango and acai and pomegranate which are all made using natural fruit purees to flavour them.

Vita Coco is available from Waitrose, Holland & Barrett, Whole Foods and Planet Organic.