April 07, 2022

McDonald's Crispy McFillet Burger - Birmingham & Coventry Exclusive Launch

Living in the West Midlands does have its perks sometimes. 😜

McDonald's Exclusive Burger Launch

The Crispy McFillet has just launched for a limited time across Birmingham and Coventry.

I was super lucky to try it out at their exclusive tasting. The burger features 100% chicken breast fillet, iceberg lettuce, black pepper mayo and sourdough-style sesame topped bun.

The crispy coating is seasoned with black pepper and cayenne pepper. Surprisingly, the cayenne pepper really adds umami and enhances the chicken’s flavour - it doesn’t have a spicy kick.

The bun is soft and firmer than their usual buns - thanks to the sourdough blend - so it doesn't fall apart after a few bites.

A fab tasty addition - this is definitely their most delicious burger yet.

Where can you get the Crispy McFillet?

Here are the lucky 41 restaurants.

It's currently being tested and if it receives fantastic feedback, it'll be rolled out nationwide.

Are you going to give the Crispy McFillet a whirl?

*Disclaimer: Sponsored

March 31, 2022

Indus By Park Regis Hotel Exclusive Preview | Indian Restaurant

After almost a year of development, 4-star luxury hotel Park Regis Birmingham is ready to unveil the concept for their new Indian restaurant 'Indus'.

Opening in early May, Indus is the latest addition to Birmingham’s foodie scene. It’ll take over the space on the fourth floor, replacing the current 1565 restaurant.

Serving up spicy delights inspired by a love of India, the dishes will take you on a culinary journey across northern India, exploring the richness of tastes, contrasts and textures of the region.

Levi Bailey, hotel manager, said: “Our restaurant celebrates the traditions, life and culture of India and its bounty of beautiful flavours, aromas and spices through our specially curated menus of magnificent dishes.”

Here is a wee sneak peek of the dishes to come from the exclusive preview night.

Are you excited about the opening?

Thank you Delicious PR for the wonderful evening.

March 29, 2022

Ohne Sustainable Period Pants Review | Lilac Bikini Brief

*Collaboration - code MICHELLECHEUNGGVIP for £10 off Ohne.

I don't usually flash my underwear online for the world to see, but these ones need to be seen! Let me introduce to you, Ohne’s bloody wonderful period pants.

Eco-friendly and sustainable

The average female produces about 400 pounds of plastic-filled menstrual trash in their lifetime. Period pants are a fantastic alternative. They significantly reduce carbon footprint without compromising comfort.

Ohne’s period pants are made with 92% modal - a gorgeous vegan material that uses 50% less resources than cotton. They’re so luxuriously soft and comfy, it feels exactly the same as everyday knickers.

Leak proof underwear

I’m wearing their Bikini Brief in Lilac Sky for that classic everyday look. They also have a high waisted design if you prefer more coverage.

The pants are composed of three layers to absorb and hold up to 15ml blood securely, which is roughly the same amount as two regular tampons. I’ve been wearing mine mainly at night time and they’ve been fab - no more crime scene bedsheets! On my lighter flowing days, I can wear them the entire day. Such a game-changer not having to worry about changing sanitary products every few hours and no more plastic getting wedged in uncomfortable places.

It also comes with a cute matching mesh bag made from post-consumer water bottles, so you can easily wash and protect the pant's delicate material.

Buy one give one

Because period products are a right, not a privilege, Ohne has a buy one, give one policy. For every single pair purchased, they gift one pair to someone who doesn’t have access to period products. I adore and stand by their mission to create a world where everyone can bleed comfortably.

If you'd like to get on board, Ohne has been super generous and created a code for my readers. You can use code MICHELLECHEUNGGVIP for £10 off absolutely anything at checkout. ❤️

Have you tried period pants before?

Disclaimer: Gifted*

March 14, 2022

Crazy Pedro's Late Night Pizza Party is Coming to Birmingham!

Did someone say pizza party?! 🥳

Get ready for the most outrageous pizza creations, served in a vibey street art-infused environment.

This summer, Crazy Pedro's is coming to Birmingham. They're set to open to their doors in a 4-storey venue in The Custard Factory, taking over a 5000sq ft.

Renowned for its headline-grabbing pizza creations such as Crème Eggs on pizza and Chippy Tea with curry sauce, the late-night party bar will be serving up 16” New York style pizzas all day with slices available until 3 am. The menu will also be home to its infamous 24” pizza, a whole 452 square inches worth of pizza goodness.

Crazy Pedro’s specialises in all things tequila and mezcal, showcasing one of the largest agave collections in the UK, the Digbeth venue will serve up frozen Margaritas on tap 7 days a week.

Birmingham will be the fourth Crazy Pedro’s venue in the UK for the Liars Group following hugely successful launches in Manchester, where there are two sites, and Liverpool, where the brand enjoys a cult following.

*Disclaimer: PR - The Relationship

August 19, 2021

Everything You Need to Know About Precious Australian Teal Sapphire

Teal sapphires are becoming increasingly popular in jewellery markets across the world, making them one of the top engagement ring trends of the past year. This unique gemstone exhibits two of nature’s most captivating colours; deep ocean blue and vivacious green. Tibetan Buddhists believe teal signifies the infinity of the sea and the sky, while for the ancient Egyptians, it represented truth and faith.

Since Australian Teal Sapphires are relativity new to the market, there is very little information on this precious stone, so today we’re diving into the world of teal sapphires!

What exactly is a teal sapphire?

This rare gem is a sibling stone to the classic blue sapphire. Prior to the discovery of teal sapphires, Montana sapphires were the main source. Fast forward to today, teal sapphires can be found in Australia, Cambodia, Madagascar, Nigeria and Thailand. They are ethically sourced due to mining restrictions.

Teal sapphires are created when the stone contains an equal mix of blue and green, with a hint of yellow. With the rarest and most valuable grade of teal sapphire made of a completely equal 50/50 blue-green combination.

Why do people consider teal sapphire special?

Teal sapphires are earthy, unique, and mystical. People consider this gemstone special due to its clarity. The first thing that one sees is inclusion - inclusion is anything that can be easily seen in the stone.

Durability

Sapphires are an incredibly durable gemstone, making them ideal for everyday wear. You will be glad to know that this Sapphire ranks 9 out of 10 on the Mohs mineral hardness scale. Meaning they’re the second hardest, natural stone next to diamonds. You can be confident sapphire is sturdy enough to withstand a lifetime of wear.

Things to look out for before purchasing this gemstone:

To ensure the gem is real, you’ll need to expose it to light. It should always have a teal, deep bluish-green or greenish-blue hue to it. In rare cases, your stone may have a colour-changing or colour shiting effect. If this ever occurs, then you make sure to invest in it, as it‘s a valuable gem.

Should have a perfect cut

Symmetry is everything when it comes to picking the perfect teal sapphire. Choose a stone that has been perfectly cut for the highest possible quality.

The cut of the stone has a significant impact on the beauty of the stone too. Research says that an oval cut is the most ideal shape to truly showcase the colours and shades. Whereas other cuts may make the stone appear darker.

Properly reflect light

Another important thing to look out for is that it should perfectly reflect the light. The teal should be sparkling or shining. Your stone should have large windows. You can refer to the centre of the stone as the window. When a stone has a window the light transmits right through it.

The gemstone’s colour doesn’t change when it's exposed to light. Although natural and artificial lights will have different effects on this stone. Natural lighting conditions make the gem look the best.

Have smooth surface

When looking at sapphires, you’ll want to make sure it has a polished or smooth surface. A gemstone with bumps will not be pleasing to the eye or ideal. You won’t want to add that to your jewellery collection.

So that's it for teal sapphires, hopefully, this article will help you find the stone of your dreams.