Westin London City Hotel
History and Contemporary Elegance. The Westin London City stands on an impressive riverside spot with views over London’s iconic River Thames. The hotel is opposite...
Dark Caramel and Cornish Sea Salt Black Spiced Rum
Kraken has Contemporary Flavour. They had me at ‘Spiced Rum’ but when Kraken offered me their Caramel and Cornish Sea Salt Black Spiced Rum, I...
Caorunn Small Batch Scottish Gin
Modern London Dry Gin! The first thing one notices about Caorunn gin is, well, the gin! Its rather classy bottle presents mountain-stream-clear aromatic alcohol in...
Amalfi Ristorante Brings the Stylish Italian Riviera to the City
Grand Opening of its new St Paul’s flagship. Amalfi Ristorante has officially opened its much-anticipated new St Paul’s venue in the heart of the City...
The ‘white’ choice for Gin
Gin & Tonic Day: 19 October. It’s National Gin & Tonic Day on 19 October 2025 so it’s time to celebrate this classic serve. What...
Ashes Before Midnight with Smokehead Islay Single Malt
Ghostly Smokehead pour for Halloween and Day of the Dead. There may be skulls but there’s no skullduggery. If you are marking Halloween or Day...
Maple and Balsamic Vinegar Strawberries recipe
Pure Canadian Maple Sweetness! Bring a burst of fresh flavour to your table with this Maple and Balsamic Vinegar Strawberries recipe from Maple from Canada...
Autumnal Luxury in a Glass: Apples and Pears Mingle in a Glengoyne Cocktail
Autumnal Luxury in a Glass. The scent of newly harvested apples and pears rings in the best of Autumn produce and celebrating seasonality is a...
Prep it, Freeze it, Cook it!
The Grab Bag Slow Cooker Book. Money is tight these days, and so is time. Prep it, Freeze it, Cook it! The Grab Bag Slow...
Exclusive Glenfarclas Whisky is off to a flying start at UK airports
Avolta’s World Duty Free airport stores. Connoisseurs of fine whisky won’t want to miss this rare taste of heritage and craftsmanship as they travel through...
Hackstons Unveils Unique Autumn Season of World-Class Whisky & Wine Tastings
Luxury Experiences in the heart of Knightsbridge flagship store. Hackstons Knightsbridge, the luxury whisky and fine wine specialist, has unveiled its most ambitious autumn programme...
Vizcarra Alejandra Blanco 2021
A Quality White for the Festive Season. Juan Carlos Vizcarra and his family have grown grapes in the northern Ribera del Duero region of Spain...
HECK! Sausages for Winter Warming
From Breakfast to Bonfire Night! If you are a meat-eating Brit, then Sausages are likely your go-to comfort food. HECK! have a great selection of...
London Cocktail Week at Westin London City
Hithe + Seek No Further. This is a stunning contemporary venue with a view of the Thames and Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre. Hithe + Seek is...
Artful Vilarnau Cava Brut Reserva
Sparkling with a nod to Barcelona. I know I often talk about shelf appeal, but this bottle certainly has that! Vilarnau Cava Brut Reserva is...
Wahaca has a Torta!
Bierria and Artisanal Bread in Waterloo, London. Wahaca Waterloo is found across the road from the main station. Its façade is small but that is...
Maple, Avocado and Banana Macarons
Sophisticated sweetness. Satisfy your sweet cravings with this Maple, Avocado and Banana Macarons recipe from Maple from Canada UK. A creative twist on classic banana...
Glengoyne with Japanese Oak
Rare single malt whisky. This is a new whisky from the Glengoyne Distillery’s portfolio. Glengoyne Mizunara Oak is a 16-Year-Old limited edition and will be...
Japanese Style Mayo
Authentic and delicious! I have spent enough time in Japan to understand that Japanese mayonnaise is a thing! The Umami Bros have found their niche,...
Simply Raymond Kitchen Garden
Seasonal recipes from my place to yours. Simply Raymond Kitchen Garden is a celebration of seasonal ingredients, grown and cooked by Raymond Blanc in the...