There’s nothing like starting your morning with a fresh cup of coffee and for some of us, it’s the only way to start the day on the right foot.
Without that first cup, we just wouldn’t function – does this ring true for you?
Iced coffee and cold brew blends are somewhat of a newly-popular phenomenon though, hence making them not everyone’s preference, but as temperatures are set to soar this week across the UK, even reaching highs of 30 degrees in some places, there really couldn’t be a more appropriate chance to try cold coffee out for size.
If you fancy getting on board with that, then we’ve found a homemade cold brew coffee maker on Amazon and it’s perfect for a refreshing start to summer mornings.
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The Elegant Life Cold Brew Coffee Maker is impeccably designed and incredibly versatile.
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It has a sleek round-shaped carafe, handle and spout to help you pour coffee easily and reduce accidental spills.
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According to the product description on Amazon, it’s really easy to brew the perfect cup by “scooping 14 to 16 tablespoons of your favourite coarsely-ground coffee beans into the filter, filling with water and putting it in fridge for 12-24 hours”.
It has a stainless steal filter, which is “the best choice for coffee brewing” as it “can avoid blocking and excess oil residue”, a silicon sealing design to “keep your cold brew coffee fresh for weeks” and an “airtight lid [to] avoid losing flavor or freshness”.
It doesn’t just have to be for cold brew coffee though.
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As mentioned, it’s an extremely versatile product and is perfect for preparing and serving all sorts of cold drinks such as water, milk, iced tea, coffee, lemonade, juice and wine or anything else that suits your imagination.
It also has a 1L / 35oz volume capacity, so it’s ideal for serving family or entertaining guests.
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It’s retailing on Amazon at £13.99 + postage/packaging and has a multitude of positive reviews from plenty of satisfied customers, so if you’ve been wondering whether it’s worth the buy or not, have a read of a few of those to help make you’re mind up.
It’s also eligible for Amazon Prime delivery perks too for those subscribed to the service.
If you’re happily in the cold coffee fan club, or you’re up for giving it a try, then you can get the Elegant Life Cold Brew Coffee Makerfrom Amazon here.
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Eurovision 2024 final to be screened live in cinemas across Greater Manchester
Emily Sergeant
The grand final of the Eurovision Song Contest is to be screened live in cinemas across Greater Manchester next month.
Following the success of the first-ever live streams of Europe’s biggest party onto the big screen when it was held on British soil in Liverpool last year, cinemas up and down the UK are set to come together once again to celebrate 2024’s edition of the major night in the music calendar by hosting the ultimate viewing events.
The epic Eurovision Song Contest Grand Final on Saturday 11 May will be broadcast live on BBC One, and streamed into more than 100 cinemas nationwide – including several in Greater Manchester.
Hosted by CinemaLive, the live stream events will allow Eurovision fans to gather under one roof and be “united by music” to share in the unbeatable experience of celebrating the brightest and boldest music party of the year on the big screen.
Eurovision 2024 final to be screened live in cinemas across Greater Manchester / Credit: Cinema Live | Krists Luhaers (via Unsplash)
You may remember that Sweden is hosting Eurovision this year, following the Scandinavian country’s well-deserved victory at the 2023 contest with the song ‘Tattoo’ performed by Loreen.
But thanks to these live stream events, you won’t need to make the trip to Malmö to get in on the action, as you’ll just need to nip down to your nearest participating cinema instead.
Not only will the long-awaited final of the show be streamed live onto the big screen in 5.1 surround sound, but fans are invited to bring their Eurovision parties from the front room to the cinema instead, as organisers say fancy dress is “heavily encouraged” as are enthusiastic sing-alongs too.
The Eurovision Grand Final will be in Cinemas on May 11, 2024! Get your tickets now! https://t.co/4KBeOZ6DT7
Speaking ahead of the event next month, John Travers from distributors CinemaLive, said: “We’re delighted to be working with the BBC to bring Eurovision’s grand final live into cinemas across the UK for the second year in a row.
“We want audiences to enjoy themselves, so come along in groups, get your fancy dress on, and join together to enjoy this incredible occasion on the big screen”.
Tickets are now live and available to book at your local cinema here.
Some of the participating Greater Manchester cinemas include Vue Manchester Printworks, Everymans in Manchester city centre and Altrincham, The Light in Stockport, and Cineworld in Didsbury, among others.
Featured Image – Nick Robinson (via BBC)
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The BBC is looking for Manc entrepreneurs for a new series of The Apprentice
Emily Sergeant
Reckon you’ve got what it takes to be Lord Sugar’s next business partner?
The current 2024 season of The Apprentice might be coming to a close, but the show is showing no signs of slowing down anytime soon.
In fact, there’s already a chance to apply for the next season of the hit TV show.
Whether you’re an experienced entrepreneur with a business-savvy mind, someone who’s always just fancied themselves for doing well in the field, or you have a business idea that you think could be the next big thing, everyone is encouraged to apply for the new series – and the BBC is particularly calling on people from Greater Manchester.
Basically, as long as “you think you’ve got the talent and confidence to impress Britain’s toughest backer”, then the show’s producers are keen to hear from you.
A casting call on the BBC website reads: “Could you be his next investment? If you think you’ve got the talent and confidence to impress Britain’s toughest backer, the process starts here. The winning candidate will receive an investment and go into a 50:50 business with Lord Sugar. Fighting it out for his investment candidates will take part in twelve tough tasks to win one life-changing opportunity.”
There’s a few simple questions to answer as part of the initial process, but the two major ones where you’ll have your chance to set yourself apart from the rest are:
Why should you be Lord Sugar’s business partner?
What’s the most impressive thing you’ve ever done in business?
The BBC is looking for Manc entrepreneurs for a new season of The Apprentice / Credit: BBC
Applications are now open and close on 1 December 2024 at 23:59, with successful candidates set to be contacted for interviews in the new year.
Initial interviews will be taking place across the UK, and at least two dates have been pencilled for Manchester, Leeds, and/or Birmingham, with additional interviews to decide on the final candidates then set to follow in early 2025, and filming for the series due to takes place for 10 to 12 weeks from 7 April – 22 June 2025.
Emily Sergeant -
23rd June 2020 
