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*Maritime’s six Herb & Spice Blends are set to launch as Tesco own-label products in selected UK Tesco stores in August 2008. *

The six new flavours are Aromatic Coriander Blend, Delicate Basil Blend, Fragrant Thai Blend, Hot Chilli Blend, Intense Garlic Blend and Zesty Ginger Blend.

UK-based Maritime has spent more than 12 months developing this new product range, which is slightly smaller and packed with even more herbs and spices.

Tim Bertin, Managing Director at Maritime Sales, said: “People are looking for better quality, fresher-tasting, convenient products to help them create dishes to their own individual taste preference quickly and easily. Taste will always be the most important factor in cooking and eating, but time pressures mean we can feel limited in our choices for a quick and delicious evening meal. The Herb & Spice Blends are a convenient but natural way for people to be more creative in the kitchen with minimum fuss and zero mess.”