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Cafédirect, one of the biggest names in Fairtrade, is staging its first ever TasteFair, with nine days of eco-lifestyle events to stimulate the senses during Fairtrade Fortnight (23 February to 8 March). Taking place at Whole Foods Market on Kensington High Street, there will be food tastings, music evenings, a photographic exhibition, and daily 'Seed to Cup' sessions for coffee lovers to learn about the coffee-making process, with an opportunity to hand-roast and taste coffee beans direct from Kilimanjaro. From 21 February to 1 March (
www.tastefair.co.uk).

Greycoat Placements is a London-based specialist recruitment agency for domestic staff. Clients can choose a butler, private chef, housekeeper or even a personal assistant to hire for any given amount of time. So whether you need help in preparing a romantic meal for two, or a chance to treat your other half like royalty, help is at hand. Greycoat also offers gift vouchers, starting from £100 (www.greycoatplacements.co.uk).

Pink champagne is the only drink for Valentine's Day and Krug Rosé; is the best of the best. A blend of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier grapes, and a selection of reserve wines, it has a wonderful pink-gold colour and is exquisitely fragrant. Available at most wine shops (www.krug.com).

There is nothing more pleasurable than having breakfast in bed cooked by your loved one. So, why not rustle up a late brunch of scrambled eggs (I would recommend Clarence Court for eggs - try the Burford Browns or Old Cotswold Legbar -available at Waitrose), with some delicious smoked salmon provided by Coln Valley (www.colnvalley.co.uk)?