Alessi embodies a typical phenomenon of Italian industrial culture, namely that of “Italian Design Factories”.
Designed by Philippe Starck, the Alessi Juicy Salif, Citrus-squeezer is a truly iconic object and symbol not only of Starck but of Alessi itself, this citrus squeezer - as revolutionary as it is surprisingly functional - was sketched in its essentials by Starck during a holiday by the sea in Italy, on a pizzeria napkin.
Amongst the huge variety of products we have in store, we are delighted to offer many iconic brands and well-loved designs - some relatively new, others that date back more than a century.
Visit us in store and follow us online to celebrate a collection of our favourites that have stood the test of time - and are set to be around for many years to come.
We’ve had some exciting new KitchenAid products arrive in the Basement this week.
The KitchenAid Artisan 2-slice toaster has a variety of brilliant features; perhaps the most impressive is its auto sensor which automatically lowers and lifts toast along with its keep-warm feature which gently keeps it warm - so no more toast going cold whilst you’re cooking the rest of your breakfast! It also has a 7-shade setting with an LED countdown timer to ensure you get your exact browning preferance, and a sandwich function with sandwich rack to prepare delicious, no-drip toasted sandwiches! Of course this smart toasted also features a defrost setting for frozen bread and a bagel function to toast bagels and buns which ensures they are toasted on the inside and warmed on the outside. The Artisan 2-slice toaster is available priced £169 in Candy Apple’ (pictured) and ‘Almond Cream’.
Also new into the store is the KitchenAid Artisan Kettle, which again is not your average kettle! Its smooth, rounded design boasts a 1.5 litre capacity with a dual wall construction which provides better insulation to keep water hotter for longer. It also reduces noise and is cooler to the touch. The kettle also has an adjustable temperature gauge, which ranges from 50°c to 100°c so you can tailor the temperature exactly to the drink you’re making. This temperature gauge also works even when the kettle is off its base so you can keep checking the current temperature of the water long after it has first boiled. The Artisan kettle is available for £119 in ‘Candy Apple’ (pictured) and ‘Almond Cream’.
For more information please visit the Basement.
The Diary of Mary Hardy - edited by Margaret Bird
£33.50 per volume for volumes 1 - 4.
The first four volumes can be bought together as a set for £100. Volume 5 is £21.50.
Mary Hardy lived from 1733 to 1809 and this monumental piece of scholarship on the editor’s part (it has taken her twenty-five years to complete) brings to light an utterly fascinating record of the life of this eighteenth century Norfolk farmer’s wife, her family and the social world in which she moves. Only brief extracts of the diary have appeared in print before. Each page within the four main volumes is annotated with notes to help readers through the text, there are many illustrations and each volume has a detailed index. The fifth volume contains, unannotated, extracts not collected in the first four book.
This book and a large selection of titles can be found in our book department on the ground floor.
On Tuesday 30th April, Jarrold hosted an event in the store’s Café Benjamin for various local charities that they have supported under the Jarrold Staff Charity Challenge. The event was held to celebrate Jarrold achieving the target of £15,000 in their fundraising efforts so far.
The Jarrold Staff Charity Challenge which is administered by the John Jarrold Trust, supports a number of local charities, each of which have been nominated by staff members who have a connection or particular interest in the work of the selected organisations. Money has been raised through various events including the Carols with the King Concert in December, a raffle at the annual staff Dinner Dance, a Quiz & Chips evening and a charity cycle ride to Wales.
Since Jarrold Retail began this new concept in charity fundraising in October 2011, they have raised over £15,000 for 18 local charities. This new initiative enables Jarrold to support far more local charities; here is a list of the new charities and projects helped so far:-
HCPT-The Pilgrimage Trust
North Norfolk Surf Lifesavers
The Hamlet Centre
North Norfolk Explorer Scouts
Magic Moments (in association with Quidenham Hospice)
Norfolk and Norwich Association for the Blind
LILAC (in association with The Big C)
The Matthew Project
Potter Heigham Brownies
Nelson’s Journey
2nd Dereham (Toftwood) Scouts
The Ella Kett Fund
BREAK
Priscilla Bacon Lodge
The Rachel Lane Fund
The Clare School
BUILD
Norwich Open Christmas
Norfolk and Norwich Liver Group
Age UK Norwich
Managing Director, Peter Mitchell said:-
‘We are delighted that our staff have embraced this initiative with such enthusiasm; many of them have been touched directly by the work of these fantastic organisations and are keen to offer their support to the many fund raising activities. We are looking forward to building on the success of the Staff Charity Challenge to date with the aim of raising a further £15000 for local causes.’
Discover your summer look with the latest Folklore collection from Laura Mercier.
Pop in to our Beauty Hall and book in to see Marlene, Kris, Karen or Danielle for your complimentary summer look makeover this week.
Plus, receive a free award-winning foundation primer (30ml) worth £18.50 with 2 or more Laura Mercier purchases (one to be skincare or foundation). Whilst stocks last.
Rich, earthy and tribal. The wonderful Laura Mercier Folklore collection has arrived in store.
The look is naturally bronzed, with fiery shades that are perfect for summer days and nights.
For more information, please visit our Laura Mercier counter located in the Beauty Hall, Ground Floor.
BBC Proms: The Official Guide, 12 July - 7 September 2013 - BBC Books
RRP £6.50
The Proms are a national institution and so is this highly useful book. Revised and reissued annually, it provides the perfect companion to the music: apart from being packed with articles on featured composers and performers it carries full listings for every concert and related event, details of performance and broadcast times and locations, details of how and where to buy tickets. It also includes an introduction to the season from the Controller of BBC Radio 3.
This book and a large selection of titles can be found in our book department on the ground floor.
The new limited edition ‘vintage’ inspired collection by L.K.Bennett is now available at Jarrolds. We think these pieces are the perfect addition to any spring wardrobe!
This collection is available in Norwich exclusively at Jarrolds. Take a look for yourself in our Womenswear, Floor 1.
UPDATE: The Gorilla is almost completely covered now - Andrea will be drawing the slippers on soon and painting the hands and feet, and she then hopes to put on several layers on varnish.
Watch this space for more details and further updates! To find out more about the Go Go Gorillas project, visit their website:ww.gogogorillas.co.uk
