Meghan Markle is thinking about a new name for her lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard (ARO), in case her current name doesn’t get approved, according to a source.
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office recently rejected her application to use the ARO name, which has caused some confusion for her team.
The source mentioned that Meghan’s team might need to find a backup name, similar to what Kim Kardashian did when she had to change her shapewear brand name from Kimono to Skims due to cultural issues.
“The team is working on alternative names just in case,” the source said. “They’re a bit stressed but not too worried because Kim Kardashian also had to rebrand and it turned out fine.”
Changing the name now would be expensive because of all the branding work already done, but it’s not considered a disaster.
In March, Meghan Markle introduced her new lifestyle brand on social media and had filed for a trademark for the name American Riviera Orchard in February.
Her company aims to sell various home goods like cookbooks and tableware, as well as food and drink products such as jams and vegetable spreads. They are also considering adding a rose wine to their product line.
However, the trademark application was recently rejected. The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) said that “American Riviera” is a common nickname for the Santa Barbara, California area, which makes the name too generic and hard to trademark. The USPTO’s decision was announced on August 31.
The American Riviera refers to the California area, including Montecito, where Meghan Markle lives with Prince Harry and their children, Prince Archie, who is five, and Princess Lilibet, who is three.
Another source mentioned that trademark disputes are common in the U.S. and can usually be resolved. “It looks like American Riviera Orchard has received a few routine office actions, which is normal when filing for trademarks,” the source said.
The Sussexes have not yet commented on the situation.
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Sausage rolls are a beloved classic in many households, offering a delicious combination of flaky pastry and savory sausage filling. Whether enjoyed as a snack, appetizer, or part of a meal, sausage rolls have a timeless appeal that spans generations. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore everything you need to know about making and enjoying sausage rolls, from ingredients and preparation to serving suggestions and more.
Ingredients:
For the Pastry:
Instructions:
Step 1: Preparing the Filling
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the sausage meat, chopped onion, minced garlic, dried sage, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix until well incorporated.
Step 2: Assembling the Sausage Rolls
- Roll Out Pastry: Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface into rectangles, approximately 12×6 inches each.
- Add Filling: Divide the sausage mixture evenly between the two pastry sheets, forming a long sausage shape along one edge of each pastry rectangle.
- Roll and Seal: Roll the pastry over the sausage meat, enclosing it completely, and press the seam to seal. Trim any excess pastry if necessary.
- Cut and Arrange: Cut each roll into smaller pieces, about 2 inches in length, and place them seam side down on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 3: Baking the Sausage Rolls
- Apply Egg Wash: Brush the tops of the sausage rolls with beaten egg wash for a golden finish.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown, and the sausage is cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Once baked, transfer the sausage rolls to a wire rack to cool slightly before serving.
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