There’s a new addition to the Our Best Ever food range at popular supermarket retailer M&S, and people are already going mad for it on social media.
The M&S Our Best Ever range is known for its luxurious selection of comfort foods, featuring everything from hearty meat pies and burgers, to fish cakes, sausage rolls, the fan-favourite Mac & Cheese and more but now, there’s something for those with a sweet tooth.
Joining a selection of other dessert options, M&S has introduced an Our Best Ever Eclair.
Filled with a rich Madagascan cocoa chocolate ganache, topped with a hand-decorated Belgian chocolate fondant and chocolate lacing, and absolutely chocked full of fresh British whipped cream – 50% more than M&S original range eclairs, to be precise – this new eclair is already being described as a “monster” of a sweet treat by those who’ve managed to get their hands on one.
The best bit?
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It’s a whopping seven inches long.
A snapshot showcasing the eclair in all its creamy and chocolatey glory ahead of its release onto M&S supermarket shelves up and down the country has been shared by eagle-eyed shoppers over at the popular food spotting and reviewing Instagram account @newfoodsuk.
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And people are really struggling to contain their excitment.
In just over an hour since being posted across NewFoodsUK’s social platforms, the post has already amassed thousands of interactions and comments from members of the public eager to try the dessert out for size next time they head to their local M&S branch.
The M&S Our Best Ever Eclair hits supermarket shelves in stores across the UK from tomorrow, and although the price is as-yet unconfirmed, it’s not expected to break the bank too much.
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If you’re looking to get your hands on one, you can find more information here.
Morrisons has launched a nationwide search for its first-ever Chief Doughnut Tester
Emily Sergeant
Today is National Doughnut Day, and to celebrate, Morrisons is on the look-out for one sweet treat fan to take on a new role.
That’s right – today (5 June) is National Doughnut Day, and Morrisons is officially on the hunt for the nation’s ultimate doughnut devotee with the launch of its brand-new (and delicious) role, The Chief Doughnut Tester – with all glaze enthusiasts, sprinkle connoisseurs, and jam-filled aficionados urged to get applying.
The search is on to crown one lucky fan who’ll take on the dream job of taste-testing their way through the supermarket‘s range of doughnuts.
The Chief Doughnut Tester is more than just a title, Morrisons says it’s ‘serious business’.
Morrisons has launched a nationwide search for its first-ever Chief Doughnut Tester / Credit: Morrisons
The new hire will be tasked with taste-testing doughnuts before they hit the shelves, giving verdicts on new flavours and textures, all in the name of research.
The role will also involve teaming up with Morrisons’ internal doughnut-expert team to develop new and limited-edition treats that’ll be in stores next year.
Crowned as the nation’s definitive doughnut authority, the selected winner won’t just earn the title of Chief Doughnut Tester, they’ll also receive the ultimate of sweet perks – a year’s free supply of Morrisons fresh doughnuts, which the retailer sells more than 1.1 million of weekly.
Aspiring Chief Doughnut Testers can apply on the Morrisons website here, by filling in a short 200-words about why’re the ideal candidate.
Applications close at midnight tonight (Friday 5 June), so you’ll need to be quick.
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One of Manchester’s biggest vintage shops to close after a decade
Daisy Jackson
One of the biggest and best vintage shops in Manchester has announced its imminent closure.
Thrift Shop, which is part of the legendary Cow Vintage family, has said that the landlord of its store has ‘chosen not to renew our lease’.
The beloved vintage shop has been in its spot just off Piccadilly Gardens for a decade, with colourful rails stuffed with pre-loved denim, coats, dresses, accessories, and more.
Ahead of its closure this week, Thrift Shop has announced details of a major closing down sale, aiming to get rid of all its stock.
Initially touted as two for £10 on all thrift items, they’ve now slashed prices even further and are offering three items for £10.
That does exclude their ‘premium’ items, where you can snap up big labels like Carhartt and Levi’s.
Sharing the sad news of its closure online, Thrift Shop Manchester wrote: “We are gutted to announce the closure of beloved Manchester store.
Thrift Shop Manchester is throwing a huge closing down sale
“Last week we found out our landlord chose not to renew our lease after over ten years in this unit.
“To bid our farewell, we’re doing a MASSIVE closing down sale to get rid of all stock !!!! All Thrift items will be 2 for £10 until our last trading day on 30th May!!
“We’ve absolutely loved serving you for all these years, so long, farewell and, as always, get thrifty.”
In the comments, fellow independent retailer Thunder Egg – which just had to move out of its Oldham Street store (but is still in Afflecks) – commented: “So sorry to hear this, retail landlords in Manchester are absolutely in their sh*tbag era right now.”
Thrift Shop Manchester will close for good on Saturday 30 May.
Emily Sergeant -
11th May 2021 
