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Duerr’s release limited edition run of Edgar Duerr’s WW1 The Lifeguard Periscope

Posted on by Sally Addenbrook

Limited run based on original World War I design by Edgar Duerr released

– 25% of all sales to be donated to charity –

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To commemorate the 100th anniversary of World War I, Duerr’ released a limited edition run of ‘The Lifeguard Periscope’.

The periscope was invented and patented by Edgar Duerr, a second-generation family member. For use in trench warfare, the collapsible periscope was considered such a significant part of Britain’s war effort that originals used by troops are on display in The Imperial War Museums in London and Manchester, in addition to The Guards Museum in London.

The life-saving instrument enabled front-line soldiers to observe enemy movements from 50cm (20 inches) below the parapet, providing them with a view of up to 91m (100 yards).

Approved by the War Office and sold to individuals, the pocket-sized periscope weighed (20oz) and measured 11.5 x 11.5 x 5 cm (4.5 x 4.5 x 2inches) when closed.Screen Shot 2014-04-03 at 17.44.51

A real collector’s item, 100 replicas based on the original design are available for purchase – with 25% of all sales donated to charity.

The limited edition models are fully operational with reinforced frames formed by U-shaped strips to ensure they remain rigid at any point of extension.

Complete with a waterproof khaki pouch, which can be attached to a belt, as originally designed.

Postage and packaging is included. All items sent by special delivery.

Spreading the love at the UK’s food festivals

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Duerr’s are set to spread the love again this year with the UK’s keenest bakers – with stands at Manchester’s Cake and Bake (4th-6th April 2014), Birmingham’s Good Food Show (12th-15th June) and London’s Good Food show (14th-16th November).

The family business who have been preserving tradition since 1881 will be bringing their glorious stand to the shows in order to share their expertise on a home baking essential – jams and spreads.

The stand will be packed with traditional Manchester charm, quality preserves at special-show prices (including the new peanut butter range), fresh-from-the-oven scone samples and brand new recipe ideas.

What’s more, Duerr’s with be using the Manchester Cake and Bake to reveal a baking exclusive. More details to follow!

Be sure to stop by for a chat. The team of spread experts will be on hand to talk through top tips, swap ideas and share the latest GBBO gossip at the following stands.

See you there!

  • Cake & Bake Show, Stand 198
  • Good Food Show Birmingham, Stand F684
  • Good Food Show London, stand B21

Back by popular demand: Duerr’s Aphrodisiac Jam

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Aphrodisiac Jam


SOLD OUT!

The world’s only Aphrodisiac Jam, made with a heady blend of juicy strawberries, finest French champagne and a sprinkling of ground horny goatweed (a ‘natural Viagra’) is back on sale in time for Valentine’s Day 2014.

Ground horny goatweed is thought to be a natural male sexual stimulant. According to legend, this property was discovered by a Chinese goatherder who noticed sexual activity in his flock after they ate the weed. Considered a natural Viagra, it has been used by practitioners for over 2,000 years to boost erectile function and increase libido. Known also as Epimedium or Yin Yang Huo, horny goat weed was first described in ancient classical Chinese medicinal texts and is today sold as a health supplement, usually in raw herb, tablet, or capsule form and sometimes blended with other supplements.

Serving suggestions for the sweet and sticky spread include breakfast in bed and 45-minute ‘lie-in’, or include it in baked treats like jam tarts to add extra fizz to an afternoon treat.

Richard Duerr, Sales and Marketing Director of Duerr’s comments:

“Here at Duerr’s we’re proud to have been supplying the nation with breakfast fare since 1881. This Valentine’s Day, we’ll be providing the special ingredient for a breakfast in bed with a difference.

It’s great to see that our Aphrodisiac Jam perked up the nation 2013- and our re-release run means that we’re set to spread the love all over again.”

Duerr’s have a dedicated history to providing exciting limited edition jams and marmalades. Easter 2013 saw the launch of an Orange Marmalade with Dark Chocolate – the connoisseur’s alternative to an Easter egg and to mark their 125th anniversary in 2006, Duerr’s developed the world’s most expensive marmalade, costing £5,000 for a 1kg jar. The crystal jar contained marmalade made with 62-year-old Dalmore whisky and vintage Pol Roger champagne.

Duerr’s Aphrodisiac Jam is priced at £4.99 + £2.50 postage. It is available to UK residents only.

The limited edition jars of Aphrodisiac Jam are handmade in small batches. They will be dispatched as soon as they are ready; we guarantee that they will reach you in time for Valentine’s Day 2014.

Duerr’s raise £30k for More Tomorrow’s

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Duerr’s raised £30k for ‘More Tomorrow’s’ at the ‘Jamski Ball’ held on 23 November.

Anna Karenina partied the night away alongside Dostoevsky and Yuri Gagarin at the Russian themed charity ball which took place at The Monastery in Manchester.

‘More Tomorrow’s’ is a campaign to raise much needed money to fund the construction of the new ‘Manchester Cancer Research Centre’, opposite The Christie Hospital. This will play a vital role in pioneering research and turning it into tests and treatments that are bringing us closer to the day all cancers will be cured.

Since 2000, Duerr’s have raised more than £525,000 for charity. In 2013 we held a 70’s themed ‘Marma Mia’ Ball in aid of Place2Be, who provide school-based emotional and mental health support to children, parents and teachers.

 

Baking for Boys is back!

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Baking for Boys is back!  And bigger than before.

To celebrate the return of the Great British Bake Off, Duerr’s resident master bakers Richard and Paul have dusted off their pinnys to bring you a cheeky slice of the best in home made British puddings.  The four pun-tastic, tip-laden, easy-to-follow recipes help you to crack a firm bottom that would make Mary Berry, Patron Saint of all bakers, cry.

Ideal for novices across the nation, the online series shows even the least likely how to stiff a meringue, pop their buns in the oven and produce a perfect ring.  If you’re looking for a nice slice of innuendo with your next baking session, serve up a super-sized portion of Duerr’s Baking for Boys.

So what are you waiting for?  Whip your pin, flour your surface and join us this Friday as they show you how to make a jaw-achingly good Victoria Sandwich with raspberry jam.