Publisher's Welcome As always, we’re excited and extremely pleased to deliver another issue, celebrating, cheering and challenging you to be your very best. So, welcome to Issue 12! In this Food & Drink issue we feature the great work of Edward Johnston and his team at Port Royal Patties who are quietly and intentionally delivering the taste of the Caribbean to Europe, starting with the Paris Olympics 2024. As patties seem to be taking over the UK in terms of spreading it’s culinary charms, we introduce you to The Vegan Patty Lady, Natasha Orumbie, and hear about her quest for creating pure plant patty perfection.
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Contributors Carrissa Kai Carrissa Kai is a Trauma-Informed Body Transformation Coach who lost over 6 stones and founded Keep Me Curvy, a transformative coaching programme and thriving community of women. Bringing together the tools of fitness, nutrition, self-love, and manifestation, Carrissa enables women to lose weight & keep their curves, alongside gaining freedom from emotional eating and sugar addiction.
Zayah Clare Mainwaring A Business Consultant and Founder of Real Inclusion Matters, a company that helps organisations across various sectors create inclusive cultures and equitable practices. With over 10 years of experience in inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility (IDEA), marketing, communications, and branding, she has a passion for fostering environments where individuals from diverse backgrounds feel valued, respected, and empowered.
Nicola Millington Nicola is a PR professional with over 20 years PR experience. She is also the founder of the award-winning FP Comms - a boutique public relations agency that works with ambitious and socially aware businesses, and entrepreneurs.
Colin Mordi Colin Mordi is the founder of Food Sauce Media, an agency promoting food and drink brands across social media through storytelling and creating visual content (video, photography and events) for their audience that focuses on the founder’s journey and how and why they started their foodie brand.
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COVER STORY Edward Johnston and his team at Port Royal Patties have been quietly and deliberately delivering the taste of the Caribbean to the UK for almost 20 years. Now they have set their sights firmly on Europe with a delivery of 25,000 patties to Paris, with a stop at Puma House, the home of Jamaica at the Olympics.
BUSINESS PROFILE Meet Natasha Orumbie, she is The Vegan Patty Lady who is all about bringing Pure Plant Patty Perfection to the UK.
People to Follow.
Products to Buy.
Pages to Read.
SPOTLIGHTING 10 10 People to Follow We spotlight 10 People to follow who are doing some impactful things. 10 Products to Buy In this issue, we spotlight food & drink products you can buy from the Cashblack platform and earn money. 10 Pages to Read We spotlight 10 cookbooks for you to experience by following the recipes for a great Pitch Black food experience.
CONTRIBUTORS’ THOUGHTS Wellness by Carrissa Kai Carrissa reminds us that you are what you eat so make sure you eat right. Mindset by Colin Tomlin Colin shares his experience of making Green Juice for the first time and how it was an epic fail. Talent Matters by Zayah Claire Zayah explores the Ripple Effect of halting EDI Funding in the UK.
Personal Branding by Nicola Millington Nicola highlights how your Business can Attract Investors with Killer PR (& a little fun!) Business Strategy by Colin Mordi Colin provides you with Top 10 Tips to Get Your Product on Supermarket Shelves.
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Jackson McLarty Founder, Black Eats UK
In 2020, a desire to inspire sustainable support for Black food and hospitality businesses while boosting the UK’s Black food scene, saw Jackson launch Black Eats, the UK’s first & only restaurant directory. Since then, the platform has created a directory of over 300 restaurants, has facilitated over 150,000 attendees, £1 million+ spent with Black owned restaurants and eateries with brand partnerships with major brands including Uber, Apple & Bacardi.
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In 2014, Ryan set out on a quest. His mission was to create a treat where dietary restrictions didn’t compromise taste and the output would be safe, would appeal to his kids and their friends.
10 years later, the mission is still the same and is house in an enterprise called Borough 22. During that time he has won a few awards such as Free From Product of the Year and Pastry Chef of the Year.
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In this issue, we spotlight Black-owned brands that are making waves in the food and drink industry. From the rich, aromatic coff ees to indulgent, allergen-free ice creams of, each brand brings something unique to the table. Cashblack proudly recommends these businesses not only for their quality products but also for their inspiring stories and commitment to excellence.
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Revibed Drinks is not just a drinks company; it’s a revolution in how you enjoy superfoods. Created by father and son team Ivor and Eugene Patterson, the beverage is a healthy and tasty on-the-go refreshment. With 100% natural ingredients, zero sugar, and a focus on hydration, each sip promises a burst of flavour. Cashblack Recommends: Variety Pack (From £10.99) – Enjoy their Passion Fruit and Ginger, Peach and Hibiscus and Raspberry and Acai flavours.
Natasha Orumbie’s Vegan Patty Lady is revolutionizing the patty game with her Jamaican-inspired vegan patties. Made with quality plant-based ingredients, these patties offer a delicious and ethical alternative to traditional meat patties. Cashblack Recommends: The Vegan Beef Curry Patty (£8.99) - A flavorful and satisfying option. Buy Me!
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Grime artist Big Zuu has a hidden talent - he has serious flair in the kitchen. Accompanying his BAFTA-winning TV series on Dave, Big Zuu’s debut cookbook Big Zuu’s Big Eats celebrates flavour, family and food with a West African twist. A self-taught chef, Big Zuu is determined to prove that cooking can be a fun and affordable experience - if you often find you can’t be bothered to cook or prefer to kick back with a Big Mac, this book is a game changer. Discover more than 100 mouth-watering recipes infused with Zuu’s signature style, including dishes from the show and brand new originals. From Doritos Fried Chicken, Sumac Sea Bass and Big Bang Broccoli to Mumma Zuu’s Jollof Rice, Vegan Doner Kebabs and Swedish Cinnamandem Buns, Big Zuu’s Big Eats will up your kitchen vibes and prove that you don’t need a Michelin star education to chef up some serious food creations.
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The Pepperpot Diaries is Andi Oliver’s longawaited first cookbook. Showcasing both traditional and new recipes, cherished ingredients and vibrant flavours from across the Caribbean. Let Andi take you on an exploration of identity and heritage as she shows you how to create simple yet sensational dishes that will bring the unbeatable flavours of Caribbean cooking to your table. The story of food captured in this book will take readers on a journey around the melting pot of culture, history and legacy that has shaped contemporary Caribbean cuisine.
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