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LGBTQ+ Venues And Spaces To Support This September

Although the actual parade did not go ahead for London Pride on the 11th September, there is still plenty of opportunity to acknowledge the importance of Pride, support LGBTQ+ causes, and celebrate in style.

As well as our limited edition Pride hampers, from which 100% of proceeds will go to akt, we want to put the spotlight onto LGBTQ+ friendly venues and events in London. These are spaces where people can go to feel welcome and safe, and to support LGBTQ+ business owners.

So, read on to discover more about the hottest spots and not-to-be-missed events in London.

Support Pride This September: What's Inside The BoroughBox Pride Hampers?

On September 1st, we announced the launch of two limited edition hampers, as part of our Support Pride This September initiative. In line with Pride in London’s announcement, we are using the whole of this month to celebrate Pride, amplify LGBTQ+ voices, and support LGBTQ+ owned businesses.

We have therefore partnered with akt, the national LGBTQ+ youth homelessness charity. If you would like to learn more about why we have partnered

An Interview with Carrie Reiners: Deputy CEO of akt

As part of our Support Pride This September initiative, we have had the privilege of working alongside Carrie Reiners, Deputy CEO of akt. akt is the national LGBTQ+ youth homelessness charity, and Carrie plays a huge role in ensuring that young LGBTQ+ people in the UK are supported when they are facing homelessness or a hostile living environment.

At BoroughBox, we have created two limited-edition Pride hampers, with 100% of the proceeds being donated to

 Alec, our Chief Commercial Officer, might just be the luckiest man. Every year, he gets the incredible opportunity of tasting new and exciting foods from all over the globe! How? Simple, Alec is a Great Taste Award Judge. Great Taste is he world's largest and best food awards system.

Sober Celebrations: Our Guide to Alcohol Free Gifts

We believe happy hour is just as happy without the booze, and abstaining from a drink doesn't mean anybody should miss out. Whether you're looking to spoil someone who's taking a break from alcohol, or you are treating yourself, we have a huge variety of alcohol-free gifts to offer.

Keep a clear head with our selections of non-alcoholic spirits and mocktails, or focus on the food with delicious snack boxes. We've complied a list of some of our very favourites, making it easy for you to pick out the perfect present.

There’s nothing we like more than a good old fashioned distillery story. We asked the folks over at the Salcombe Distillery on the South Devon coast. Read on to find out all about how they’re leading the way in distilling methods and flavour-forward spirit-making! Not

BoroughBox Trade: Supplying the Great British Fair in Japan 

We’re delighted that for another year, BoroughBox Trade is working with Ryubo, the Japanese department store, for the Great British Fair in Japan. The fair takes place in two locations: Osaka and Fukuoka. 

During a time when international distribution has been notoriously difficult, following COVID-19 and Brexit, the Trade team have worked meticulously to ensure that a delicious range of premium British products make it safely to Japan.

We have been involved with the Great British Fair for several years now. In 2019 we even showed our faces there, when our very own Great Taste Judge, Alec Paterson, travelled over to Japan to be a part of the fun.

A conversation with Gouri, from Holy Lama

We love shouting about our marketplace sellers and this summer we want you to meet the makers. We asked Gouri, from Holy Lama about her Spice Drops and their uncanny ability to transform your cooking! Read on to find out about her inspiration and proudest moments.

What are Spice Drops

Holy Lama Spice Drops® are a range

Greta | Sweet Lounge

Greta, founder of Sweet Lounge, has worked hard to make her brand a staple in the sweet treats world. 7 years since their launch, this incredible marketplace seller has continued to grow with one simple vision, making people happy through luxury chocolate and gummy gifts with the Earth at heart! Read on to find out all about Greta’s incredible journey and how she is helping save the Amazon rainforest, one delicious treat at a time. 

Stock The Office: Our Top Five Healthy Snack Selections

As an employer, providing snacks in the office is a great way to go above and beyond the usual offerings of tea and coffee (although, incidentally, we have a great range of premium hot drinks). A hungry team is likely not a productive team, and fuelling the office correctly will ensure everyone feels well looked after and energised. 

So, we’ve put together a guide to some of our most popular healthy snacks. These lend themselves to a collaborative and engaged office environment, and they taste pretty amazing, too.