For something a little different: It has been in the news during the past week about some beekeepers in France who found their bees were producing various unusual colours of honey, including green and blue, and even some red.
From their investigations it appears the cause is linked to a nearby factory that processes waste from the production of M&Ms (the chocolate candy). That while some waste containing colourings had been left outside and local bees were feeding from it, in turn producing some rather strange colours of honey.
Not to worry, none of the honey is being sold, but if you are curious to know some more, have a look at this BBC video clip about it:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-19840555
Wednesday, October 10, 2012
Monday, October 1, 2012
Adding Honey to Drinks
Although it can be good to do at any time of year, now we into autumn and preparing for winter, adding some honey to your hot drink becomes more popular.
It can make a great substitute for sugar in your drink at any time.
Any honey can be used for this. But if you are going to use Manuka honey in a hot drink, then there is an important tip for you to be aware of:
Don't add manuka honey to boiling water - as it will destroy some of the beneficial properties. Allow the water to come off the boil first for a minute or two. General guidance is for the water to be under 70-75ºC.
Another tip, if you are making your own honey and lemon drink to aid a cough, cold, or sore throat, then also adding some ginger helps too. Some freshly ground ginger is best, and keeping a small piece around your kitchen isn't too hard to do. So, a lemon, ginger, and a jar of honey on standby close to the kettle. An quick and easy little helper for whenever you may need it.
It can make a great substitute for sugar in your drink at any time.
Any honey can be used for this. But if you are going to use Manuka honey in a hot drink, then there is an important tip for you to be aware of:
Don't add manuka honey to boiling water - as it will destroy some of the beneficial properties. Allow the water to come off the boil first for a minute or two. General guidance is for the water to be under 70-75ºC.
Another tip, if you are making your own honey and lemon drink to aid a cough, cold, or sore throat, then also adding some ginger helps too. Some freshly ground ginger is best, and keeping a small piece around your kitchen isn't too hard to do. So, a lemon, ginger, and a jar of honey on standby close to the kettle. An quick and easy little helper for whenever you may need it.
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Beeswax Furniture Polishes
Brand new to the UK is the wonderful Beeplenish range - 100% natural beeswax based furniture polishes.
They have had a fantastic review and have been recommended by Janey Lee Grace, a bestselling author on natural products.
Being completely natural and chemical free, they not only provide a highly effective furniture polish, but do so in a non-toxic way. Particularly beneficial for allergy sufferers and people with sensitive skin.
We're so impressed with these products, that even though they are a bit different to what we have so far stocked we're going to test the waters with a few of the items in order to get some customer feedback.
So if you planning any spring cleaning, then keep an eye out for Beeplenish.
You can learn more about all the products in their range here (are ones for wood and for leather, and even a shoe polish):
Natural Beeswax Furniture Waxes
They have had a fantastic review and have been recommended by Janey Lee Grace, a bestselling author on natural products.
Being completely natural and chemical free, they not only provide a highly effective furniture polish, but do so in a non-toxic way. Particularly beneficial for allergy sufferers and people with sensitive skin.
We're so impressed with these products, that even though they are a bit different to what we have so far stocked we're going to test the waters with a few of the items in order to get some customer feedback.
So if you planning any spring cleaning, then keep an eye out for Beeplenish.
You can learn more about all the products in their range here (are ones for wood and for leather, and even a shoe polish):
Natural Beeswax Furniture Waxes
Friday, December 9, 2011
What New Products Would You Like
We're looking ahead to 2012 and the next steps in expanding our range of honey products we offer.
One area will be some more boutique honeys, of different flavours to what you normally find in supermarkets. Some of these may need to be short term deals as many boutique honeys simply aren't available in large quantities.
Other things being looked into are some honey based soaps that are not only natural but provide a lovely honey fragrance. And in a different area, some beeswax based furniture polishes. Beeswax provides many great properties for use as a polish and care product for both wood and leather furniture. The Beeplenish Beeswax Polishes we are looking at also include essential oils for a natural and non-toxic furniture polish. It is a matter of how we fit these products into our range, and they may not be suitable for all our store locations. However we are looking for feedback and comments from people who would be interested in us stocking some of the items mentioned above - or mention other suggestions you have.
One area will be some more boutique honeys, of different flavours to what you normally find in supermarkets. Some of these may need to be short term deals as many boutique honeys simply aren't available in large quantities.
Other things being looked into are some honey based soaps that are not only natural but provide a lovely honey fragrance. And in a different area, some beeswax based furniture polishes. Beeswax provides many great properties for use as a polish and care product for both wood and leather furniture. The Beeplenish Beeswax Polishes we are looking at also include essential oils for a natural and non-toxic furniture polish. It is a matter of how we fit these products into our range, and they may not be suitable for all our store locations. However we are looking for feedback and comments from people who would be interested in us stocking some of the items mentioned above - or mention other suggestions you have.
Thursday, December 1, 2011
Earls Court Honey Shop Now Open
There is now a new Honeytopia outlet in Earls Court, London.
In partnership with independent local pharmacy Bruntons Chemist, you will now find a good selection of Honeytopia's quality products in store.
Supported by knowledgeable staff as you would expect from a friendly local pharmacy, the range available includes many of our effective winter wellness products, as well as actual honeys. Whether it be honey and propolis herbal elixirs, honey lozenges for sore throats, balms for skin relief, or the genuine UMF® manuka honey, they are all now available from this new outlet.
Our Earls Court Honey Shop is conveniently located next door from the Earls Court underground station (2 doors away from Earls Court Road entrance) it is easy to get to via the District or Piccadilly tubes lines, as well as for locals.
Take advantage of some of the starting specials. There is a free 'The Environmental Toothbrush' with each tube of natural toothpaste, and free packets of throat lozenges with each bottle of Propolis Herbal Elixir - while stocks last.
In partnership with independent local pharmacy Bruntons Chemist, you will now find a good selection of Honeytopia's quality products in store.
Supported by knowledgeable staff as you would expect from a friendly local pharmacy, the range available includes many of our effective winter wellness products, as well as actual honeys. Whether it be honey and propolis herbal elixirs, honey lozenges for sore throats, balms for skin relief, or the genuine UMF® manuka honey, they are all now available from this new outlet.
Our Earls Court Honey Shop is conveniently located next door from the Earls Court underground station (2 doors away from Earls Court Road entrance) it is easy to get to via the District or Piccadilly tubes lines, as well as for locals.
Take advantage of some of the starting specials. There is a free 'The Environmental Toothbrush' with each tube of natural toothpaste, and free packets of throat lozenges with each bottle of Propolis Herbal Elixir - while stocks last.
Friday, October 7, 2011
Devon Comb Honey Now Available
Do you love your honey straight from the hive - still within the comb?
Great. We now have a new product perfect for you - Devon Comb Honey. Cut pieces of pure comb honey, from the Devon countryside.
Honey in its most pure form, with only a knife used to cut the comb into pieces.
These 150g pieces (cuts) of the comb come in an attractive presentation box that make it also suitable for adding to a hamper or other gift.
You can slice off pieces of the comb honey and eat it straight, or spread it on toast / bread.
Something different? - cut a piece and place it on top of ice cream or other desert.
We have limited supplies of the Devon Comb Honey available in store now - while it lasts.
Great. We now have a new product perfect for you - Devon Comb Honey. Cut pieces of pure comb honey, from the Devon countryside.
Honey in its most pure form, with only a knife used to cut the comb into pieces.
These 150g pieces (cuts) of the comb come in an attractive presentation box that make it also suitable for adding to a hamper or other gift.
You can slice off pieces of the comb honey and eat it straight, or spread it on toast / bread.
Something different? - cut a piece and place it on top of ice cream or other desert.
We have limited supplies of the Devon Comb Honey available in store now - while it lasts.
Saturday, April 2, 2011
Chiswick Honey Shop Now Open
We're please to be able to say the a new Honeytopia honey shop is now open - in Chiswick, London.
Located within the Pestle & Mortar Pharmacy at 10 Chiswick High Road, there is selection of high quality honeys and bee based health products.
If you like your honey, come and try some of our unique flavours that you can't find at a supermarket, Tawiri honey, bush honey, and more.
This new London honey shop also stocks the proper, genuine UMF Manuka honey, in a range of strengths from UMF 5+ upwards. Including medical grade manuka honey for external use.
There are honey herbal elixirs and lozenges to help with sore throats and colds etc, plus all natural skin creams and balms for rashes and other issues.
Want some local London honey? We've got that too (while stocks last, it can be hard to get enough of it).
Find out a bit more on our new website - Honeytopia London Honey Shop. More products will be coming in the near future, and we'll be making announcements once they are actually available.
Located within the Pestle & Mortar Pharmacy at 10 Chiswick High Road, there is selection of high quality honeys and bee based health products.
If you like your honey, come and try some of our unique flavours that you can't find at a supermarket, Tawiri honey, bush honey, and more.
This new London honey shop also stocks the proper, genuine UMF Manuka honey, in a range of strengths from UMF 5+ upwards. Including medical grade manuka honey for external use.
There are honey herbal elixirs and lozenges to help with sore throats and colds etc, plus all natural skin creams and balms for rashes and other issues.
Want some local London honey? We've got that too (while stocks last, it can be hard to get enough of it).
Find out a bit more on our new website - Honeytopia London Honey Shop. More products will be coming in the near future, and we'll be making announcements once they are actually available.
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