September’s only just arrived, but those popular Lindt Lindor selection tins have been spotted on shop shelves once again.
The current two-day heatwave and soaring temperatures may be doing well to distract from the fact that it’s only 109 days until Christmas, but the fact that shops and supermarkets are beginning to stock their shelves full with festive sweet treats won’t let us forget.
Home Bargains, B&M and Asda are among the places that are starting the celebrations early and are already gearing up for the festive season.
And now it looks as though Sainsbury’s is following suit.
According to eagle-eyed shoppers who’ve been taking to social media to share their excitement in recent days, limited-edition Lindor festive chocolate selection tins of have been spotted at the nationwide supermarket chain, and arguably no chocolate signals Christmas more than this beloved Lindt treat.
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Popular Facebook page Money Saver Online shared a picture of the tins yesterday, and within less than 24 hours, the post has amassed over close to 4,000 interactions and over 8,000 comments from chocolate lovers.
The 400g selection tin features six different Lindor varieties – Milk, White, Extra Dark, Milk & White, Hazelnut, and Salted Caramel.
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They currently look to be retailing at £15, but are expected to be discounted at some point.
A description for selection tin on the Sainsbury’s website reads: “Share the bliss with Lindt Lindor chocolate truffles Assorted Tin, with six blissful varieties included there’s a flavour for everyone – from classic Milk, White and Extra Dark truffles, or the irresistible Hazelnut, Milk & White, or the new Salted Caramel.
“Since 1845, Lindt Master Chocolatiers have been combining expertise and the finest ingredients to produce the perfectly round chocolate shell filled with an irresistibly smooth melting centre.
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“The Lindor Assorted Tin is the perfect chocolate selection to make sharing this Christmas truly special.”
The Lindor Assorted Tin is the perfect chocolate selection to make sharing this Christmas truly special / Credit: Lindt
It has to be said though that although thousands of chocolate lovers appear eager to grab a couple of the tins in preparation for the festive season, people who have already got their hands on it in previous years have had less than favourable things to say about the amount of truffles in each tin in the Money Saver Online comments.
“The tin is tiny with very little sweets inside. Not worth the money. Buy a couple of boxes when on special in the supermarket,” one shopper recommended instead.
Another added: “Waste of money. We had them last year. You get more if u do the pick and mix.”
If you’re not put off by the comments though and are planning on stocking up for Christmas, you can find the opening times for your local Sainsbury’s branch via the Store Locator here.
Featured Image – Lindt
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Manchester’s big wheel is returning to Exchange Square for the summer… sort of
Emily Sergeant
Manchester is set to reach new heights, as the big wheel that once stood proudly in the city centre is making a comeback this summer.
Well… sort of.
That’s because it’s not quite the same big wheel that many will remember from its glory days in locations like Piccadilly Gardens and Exchange Square throughout the 2000s, and more recently Albert Square during last year’s Manchester Christmas Markets – but it is a big wheel and it’s a big wheel that you’ll be able to hop on for a ride.
Celebrating the launch of its new Cloud Frappuccino blended drinks range, Starbucks’ Summer in the Clouds arrives in Exchange Square next Friday and Saturday (24 and 25 July), inviting people to escape the hustle and bustle and enjoy panoramic views of the city below from a big Ferris wheel.
The two-day takeover will give customers the chance to unlock a ride on the big wheel with the purchase of any Grande or Venti iced drink from participating Manchester city centre Starbucks stores.
Both in participating stores – which in Manchester are Starbucks stores in the Arndale, City Tower Offices, on Market Street and on Fennel Street – and at the Ferris wheel itself in Exchange Square, you can expect complimentary Cloud Frappuccino-inspired candy floss, live music from DJ and presenter Ethan Porte, and a free photobooth with digital and printed photos.
Alongside the big wheel ride, there’ll also be the chance for members to win exclusive Starbucks merchandise across the two days too.
A limited number of additional ferris wheel ride tokens will also be available to win via the fairground-style Plinko game on site.
The new Starbucks Cloud Frappuccino blended drinks range includes a range of bespoke creations like the Strawberry Matcha Cloud Frappuccino, the Brown Sugar Cloud Frappuccino, and the Caramel Mocha Cloud Frappuccino.
With skyline views and summer sips, Starbucks says its Summer in the Clouds is set to be one of Manchester’s must-visit experiences this month.
Starbucks’ Summer in the Clouds arrives in Exchange Square next Friday 24 and Saturday 25 July.
Featured Image – Cédric Dhaenens (via Unsplash)
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Liam Fray says ‘yes’ to Courteeners supporting Oasis on tour amid rumoured 2027 dates
Danny Jones
Liam Fray has said that the Courteeners are ready to “answer the call” if/when it comes to supporting Oasis on their next big live tour, with rumours of dates for shows in 2027 ramping up.
The fellow Manc favourites were heavily suggested as potential support acts for the Live ’25 reunion gigs, but Cast and Richard Ashcroft were ultimately selected as the warm-ups for the world tour.
With that in mind, when asked if Courteeners would be ready to open up for Oasis on their still only hypothetical tour next year, Fray had a very quick answer:
Not to speak for the Middleton musician, but it’s a bit of a no-brainer, really.
As you can see, in a recent interview with Radio X host Johnny Vaughan promoting the indie rockers’ new single, ‘Plus One Forever’, the 41-year-old frontman made it clear that he and his bandmates would bite hands off if the other Liam and/or his brother Noel offered a slot to them.
The younger Gallagher brother definitely had plenty of fun teasing supports last time around, before making some fairly more obvious posts and then seemingly just announcing them on social media according to his own timeline.
LG does what he wants, after all.
As for the supposed ’12 nights at the Etihad Stadium’ reported recently, not to mention all the other sets across the country that would no doubt follow should they come to fruition, Fray could say little else other than simply “Yes” to the prospect.
Joking, “Well, it is from me – I don’t know if someone else has said no!”, there have been no other indications on this front, but it’s safe to say it’d be a huge booking for everyone involved and a HUGE crowd-pleaser; Liam looks to be working on one of his own, elsewhere, too…
The two lead singers have both graced the stage of the Emirates Old Trafford stadium at Lancashire County Cricket Club, as well as Heaton Park, respectively.
Liam noted that he was at Heaton Park himself for that unforgettable summer last year, and also praised Wigan’s very own Ashcroft for being “unbelievable” when he caught him at Wembley. Big shoes to fill. The question is, who would you like to see supporting Oasis on their possible tour dates in the future?
In the meantime, we’ll have to be satisfied with gearing up for the release of the highly-anticipated reunion documentary, with the title and a first trailer now revealed.
Emily Sergeant -
7th September 2021 
