Kings Fine Food (kingsfinefood.co.uk) has a small but interesting selection of goodies. I’ve tried the Acquarello risotto rice (see related post) and the Boyajian pure citrus oils in a mini boxed set which includes lemon, lime and orange.
They also sell what is considered by many to be the best chocolate in the world – Amedei – which finally put to rest my search for the perfect chocolate bar (see related post). They have some tempting looking smoked salmon so I had to order that too :-). Remember, though, that these are speciality, often labour-intensive products to produce so it’s reflected in the price.
Their service is beyond great, specially the chaps who deliver. Today’s delivery man went above and beyond the call of duty to make sure I got my box, and was so nice when I met him. They were very helpful when I called to ask a question. I got a little thank you note in my first order – it’s little touches like these that say you’re dealing with people who care. The order arrived on time and packed well, i.e. not swimming in a mass of annoying styrofoam-like filling material which isn’t compostable despite what the manufacturers claim (we put some in our compost heap over a year ago and it’s barely broken down).
Their website is highly readable and easy to navigate and the search function works well. There’s nothing that gets my goat more than a website which makes it hard for me to find my way around (and it’s not like I don’t know technology having spent 20 years in IT). The recipes, hints-n-tips and news are always fun to read through.
And did I mention that they have some really interesting products on their site? In addition to the above, they have a good range of caviars, olive oils, biscuits, coffees, teas and more . They even have a range of gluten free and organic products.
If they’re good enough for Alain Roux of the Waterside Inn in Bray, they’re good enough for me.
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