Archive For August 2025
A Culinary Fiesta Across London. London, September 2025: Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as the “Eat Spain Drink Spain” campaign makes its much-anticipated return to the UK from 12th to 28th September 2025. This vibrant celebration of Spanish cuisine and wine is set to captivate food lovers across the nation, bringing the…
White Cru des Côtes du Rhône. While the Rhône Valley is renowned for its hearty reds, a change is taking place in the vineyards, where white wines are emerging as the region’s best-kept secret. They are now making a name for themselves: Château Courac Laudun 2024 is among their number. With 12% of the 2024…
Deliciously Sweet. So, let me nail my colours to the mast …or in this case hang my accolade from a tree! I am an unapologetic fan of Canadian Maple products. Having lived in Montreal, Québec, I grew to love the flavour of maple syrup and appreciated the passion of the producers. Each year in spring…
Discover, Sip & Mix the Best Agave Spirits. Cocktails have been big in bars since the 1920s. Tequila and mezcal have never been more popular, but there is more to a Mexican cocktail than a classic Margarita. Tequila, Mezcal & More: Discover, Sip & Mix the Best Agave Spirits guides us through the different styles…
Adventures and Anecdotes Covering 1000 Years to the Present Day. We are drinking less these days, but we are more discerning. We sip, mix and want to know more about our chosen spirit. The Story of Whisky: Adventures and anecdotes covering 1000 years to the present day gives a comprehensive history and overview of this…
Heidelberg is picture perfect, well preserved and a working town. There are alleys, boutiques, cafés, restaurants, stunning churches, statues and history at every turn, but slow down and take a walk around the streets, stop for coffee and cake, and enjoy your day. Shop in pedestrian-only neighbourhoods that will transport you to a gentler time,…
Sparkling Brut for Summer. The sun is out, and we are enjoying some outdoor entertaining. We appreciate lighter foods and perhaps some fizz. Crémant de Loire Sauvion Brut is a great choice to please any convivial group this summer. Maison Sauvion is a well-regarded family winery with over a century of winemaking experience. This Crémant…
Japanese Mizunara Oak Aged. Whisky connoisseurs and curious drinkers take note. Glengoyne, the Highland distillery known for its unhurried craftsmanship and award-winning single malts, is taking its next bold step into exotic new territory within The Glengoyne Oak Masters’ Series. Having released its acclaimed White Oak expression last year, Glengoyne is again pushing the boundaries…
From Sainsbury’s Light buttermilk scones, filled with crème fraîche, raspberries and blueberries. Serves: 10 Preparation time: 10 Minutes Cooking time: 15 Minutes Ingredients 450g self-raising flour 125g butter, cut into cubes Zest of 1 orange 40g caster sugar 284ml carton buttermilk 2 tablespoons milk (for brushing over) 200ml tub crème fraîche 125g pack…
Burgers, Cocktails and warm vibes! Brentford is coming alive. The Brentford Project has developed the water frontage with classy apartments and food and drink offerings. Sam’s Waterside has a prime spot for people watching and relaxing in stylish fashion. This attractive and contemporary restaurant is perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner – but balmy summer…
Whisky cocktails are perfect according to drinks experts. Whisky cocktails are on trend for high summer. Three of Ian Macleod’s superb whiskies – Glengoyne, Tamdhu and Smokehead – have just featured in an episode of Summer Sipping, the WineAlive series by Oz Clarke and Tony Surgey. In their ‘Spirits from Scotland’ episode the two drinks…
Félix Callejo Red for Christmas! The winery was founded in 1989 by Félix Callejo. There is now a second generation of Cristina, José Félix, Beatriz and Noelia Callejo who continue the winemaking tradition. This Vino Fino de Guarda 2022 is a fine example of the range from the Félix Callejo stable. The region of Castilla…
From BBC Food Raymond Blanc’s recipe for chocolate éclairs is full of tips and advice, including how to freeze. Equipment and preparation: You will need a large piping bag fitted with a 1.5cm/½in fluted nozzle and a 0.5cm/¼in nozzle.recipe Ingredients For the choux pastry 4 tbsp water 4 tbsp whole milk 50g/2oz…