Oliver Walkey
Spanish Gastronomy and Sparkling Wine
The importance of food and sparkling wine is understood by every country, it is a hallmark of fine dining, an experience that transcends what either counterpart can deliver on its own and the Spanish are one of the countries that showcase this perfectly, with fine cheese, perfectly cured meats, freshly caught fish and uniquely delicious…
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Bartender Made Cocktails – Flower Power
This article is made in collaboration with Elhadji Diaw, an amazing Bartender in Qatar. The Cocktail that you are about to make is one of Elhadji Diaw’s Signature Fizz Cocktails, which he makes at Raffle Doha in Doha, Qatar. Let’s Meet The Bartender! “At first I was a waiter but the head bartender who was…
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The Mauritius Navigator Cocktail
It’s time to discover a new Land, a new Sparkling Wine, a new Rum and a new Cocktail, navigating into the Indian Ocean to explore the small island country of Mauritius, just like 18th Century French navigator Louis Antoine de Bougainville did in 1768. Get ready for one of Glass of Bubbly’s original Cocktails, inspired…
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Interview With A Sommelier – Anastasiia Lytvynenko
The World of Wine is beautifully showcased by an army of talented Sommeliers, who help the consumer discover their next favourite bottle, understand the different regions and pair a delicious meal with the right Glass of Bubbly. In this feature, I speak with a woman from Ukraine, who has helped many people discover the vast…
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Interview With A Winemaker – Petri de Beer
Wine isn’t just made, it’s crafted by the unwavering expertise of a Winemaker, sometimes old traditions are passed down by generations and on other occasions, new people venture into the industry, introducing us to new creations. This series of Winemaker Interviews will help you uncover the vast world and skills of how the artists passionate…
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A Cocktail For A Gentleman In A Hat
“Good day to you, dear sir, what a magnificent hat you have on.” “Why, thank you, dear sir, and may I say what a superb hat you are wearing.” “Hello, dear sirs, what impressive hats you are both wearing. May I interest you in A Cocktail For A Gentleman In A Hat?” A great hat…
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Abstract Art Cocktail
How does combining a Prosecco with a Gin which was created with the sole purpose of encapsulating Italy and accompanying Fizz sound to you? It sounds like a perfect match for me, and when looking upon some amazing Abstract Art, what could do better, enticing your aroma, palate and sight, all you need now is…
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What Is Enogastronomy?
Enogastronomy = The Art Of Knowing How To Pair Wine With Food Making the connection between wine and food has for a long time been just a passion of wine and food lovers, but in recent years this art or skill for pairing wine with food has grown exponentially. Enogastronomy gained its popularity thanks to…
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Interview With A Sommelier – Nicola D’Ascenzo
The World of Wine is beautifully showcased by an army of talented Sommeliers who help the consumer discover their next favourite bottle, understand the different regions and pair a delicious meal with the right Glass of Bubbly. In this article, I speak with a man who has helped many people to discover the vast world…
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