No, you didn’t have a few drinks before you read that headline: KFC have genuinely created their very own booze for the first time ever, simply entitled, ’11-Herbed and Spiced Rum’.
Teaming up with leading liquor brand and the rebels in rum, Dead Man’s Fingers, the mighty KFC have created a limited-edition 11 Herbed and Spiced Rum. Yum.
The brand-new rum blend is inspired by the iconic 11 secret herbs and spices used in the fast food chain’s famous original recipe, as well as Dead Man’s Fingers’ unconventional flavours to create the most epic tipple of the season.
I mean, fried chicken and rum might be two of our favourite things on the planet — what’s not like?
You don’t question these kinds of things, you just enjoy them. (Credit: KFC x Dead Man’s Fingers)
Having teased the collaboration earlier this month with a tweet of a chicken bucket’s silhouette changing to a bottle shape, many people might have rightly assumed they were releasing their own sauces in supermarkets or something.
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We don’t reckon many would have expected them to dip their toes into the world of alcohol and spiced rum but, hey, we’re absolutely not complaining.
Launching in line with the UK’s National Rum Day, the limited-edition rum will be available to pre-order online from today (Wednesday 16 August).
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We can’t lie, this looks finger(s) licking good. Sorry not sorry.
The little skewers of chicken are obviously but strongly recommended.
As they describe it the KFC 11-Herbed and Spiced Rum features Dead Man’s Finger’s soulful and unique Cornish flavours combined with the taste of the Colonel’s secret recipe, as well as notes of black and white pepper, treacle toffee and butterscotch.
Said to be just as good with a glass of coke as it is in a cocktail, this unorthodox new tipple also promises “whispers of creamy caramel, vanilla, treacle toffee and nutmeg…*chef’s kiss*.”
Last but not least, we want to thank whichever genius it was that came up with this. You’ve just made so many rainy nights in with a takeaway better than you’ll ever know.
Once again, you can order yourself a bottle of the good stuff on Amazon or via The Drop Store from today — that’s if there’s any left that is.
We’re off to order a Zinger Box Meal, a bucket of hot wings and as many bottles as we can afford.
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Students can join a Wagamama ramen-building workshop for just £5 this week
Daisy Jackson
Students will be able to take part in a build-your-own ramen workshop this week, led by everyone’s favourite pan-Asian restaurant group, Wagamama.
The workshops will cost just £5 (all of which will go to a brilliant cause), and will include the time spent creating your perfect meal, the actual food, plus drinks and sides.
Wagamama has teamed up with mental health charity SHOUT to host this cosy ramen-making workshop.
Students will be invited to join Wagamama chefs in the kitchen, selecting their own broth, protein and veggies, with perfectly-cooked noodles, before sitting down at the restaurant’s benches to slurp up their creations with fellow students.
There’ll also be toppings and garnishes including kimchi, tea-stained eggs, chilli oil, spring onions and more.
With merch to take home too, and steaming bowls of the best-ever autumn dish, this is a one-off event you won’t want to miss.
Students can join a Wagamama ramen-building workshop for just £5 this week. Credit: Supplied
Each £5 ticket includes your food and two drinks, plus a variety of the new Wagamama winter sides and sharers.
All money raised will be donated to SHOUT to support the vital services they provide.
A representative from SHOUT will also be in attendance to talk about student wellbeing and the services available from the charity.
Wagamama says: “At Wagamama, we believe having a conversation is one of the most powerful ways you can support someone struggling with their mental health. Whether it’s a quick check-in via text or an open conversation over a bowl of steaming ramen. no chat is too big or too small to make an impact.
Students can join a Wagamama ramen-building workshop with SHOUT this week. Credit: Supplied
“This ethos is one we share with SHOUT, a free, confidential, 24/7 text messaging service for anyone in the UK who needs someone to talk to. After huge demand during Covid, SHOUT’s service has become increasingly essential + today SHOUT is more highly in demand than ever before.”
The Japanese and pan-Asian restaurant is donating £40,000 to SHOUT this year, plus providing perks and rewards for their team of volunteers, and hosting events in their spaces.
The Wagamama ramen-building workshop will take place at the St Peter’s Square restaurant on Thursday 7 November between 2pm and 4pm. You can get your tickets HERE.
Manchester restaurants to add an extra £1 to bills to help fight homelessness this Christmas
Emily Sergeant
A handful of local restaurants will be adding an extra £1 onto every bill over the festive season to help fight street homelessness.
People in Greater Manchester are once again able to give back while they dine at some of the best restaurants the region has to offer in the run up to Christmas, as the successful StreetSmart fundraising initiative is back for another year.
This year, 13 fantastic restaurants have come together to support local homeless charities as the campaign launched last Friday (1 November).
Manchester independents such as Mana, Climat, 20 Stories, and Tariff and Dale are among those taking part in the campaign this year, alongside several city centre branches chains such as Tampopo, Banyan, BOX, Manahatta, and San Carlo.
StreetSmart works by each participating restaurant adding an extra £1 to every bill they deliver throughout November and December, with all of the money raised going directly to local homeless organisations, thanks to StreetSmart’s official sponsorship from LandAid.
The funds raised by StreetSmart in Greater Manchester this year will support the crucial work of organisations such as CentrePoint, and Akt – a charity supporting LGBTQ+ young people aged 16-25 into safe homes, employment, education, or training.
In 2023, Manchester restaurants alone raised a whopping £25,000 for these life-changing services in the local community.
Manchester restaurants are adding an extra £1 to bills to help fight homelessness this Christmas / Credit: Supplied | Rifqi Ali Ridho (via Unsplash)
“Many of us want to help the vulnerable people in our community during the festive period, and StreetSmart provides an easy way to do this,” explained Glenn Pougnet, who is the Director of StreetSmart.
“We’re grateful to see so many local restaurants stepping forward to help our city’s homeless.
“It’s amazing to witness the kindness that our community has to offer, and see the tangible impact of our efforts and funding in the community.
“This year, we’re proud to be taking another step towards the eradication of homelessness, and look forward to seeing even more restaurants getting involved over the Christmas period.”
Danny Jones -
16th August 2023 
