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Celebrating Louis Roederer Cristal Champagne as the Ultimate Gourmet Pairing with Hakkasan

By Glass of Bubbly / 26th October 2018

It has long been a trade secret that Champagne is one of the most versatile and exciting wines to pair with food with its complex layers of flavour, taut acidity, mineral, often saline backbone and rich autolytic character. However, rarely is that message effectively conveyed to the consumer who continues to enjoy it as an…

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The Strength of England & Scotland in a Glass

By Oliver Walkey / 9th October 2018

English sparkling wine and Scottish whisky have you ever tried it? We’ve combined Edradour Distiller Single Malt Scotch Whisky with Woodchurch’s 2013 vintage classic Cuvée Brut in one glass and Exton Park’s Blanc de Noirs in another, both with a teaspoon of honey and a sprinkle of Beech’s Fine Dark Lime & Chilli Chocolate. Before we start drinking, lets learn what’s going…

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London’s Biggest Champagne, Sparkling Wine & Fizz Show 2019!

By Christopher Walkey / 3rd October 2018

It’s London’s biggest dedicated Trade and Press Tasting for Champagne, Sparkling Wine and Fizz – Now in it’s 4th year! Tuesday April 2nd 2019 (02/04/2019) – 10:30 to 17:00 Breaking News: We will now have a dedicated area to Fizzy Cocktails and also Fine Foods that pair with sparkling wines. We have also moved to the…

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London’s Biggest Champagne, Sparkling Wine & Fizz Trade / Press Tasting 2019

By Christopher Walkey / 2nd October 2018

Now in it’s 4th Year – London’s Biggest Trade & Press Tasting dedicated to Champagne, Sparkling Wine & Fizz! Taking place at the prestigious London location of One Great George Street, Westminster SW1 Tuesday April 2nd 2019 – 10:30 to 17:00 Great Hall, One Great George Street, Westminster, SW1 100’s of professional attendees arriving from across…

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Memorable Argentine Beef & Sparkling Wine at Gaucho, Piccadilly

By Christopher Walkey / 2nd October 2018

“At Gaucho the beef we serve is exclusive to us, and is sourced solely from the Pampas an area of Argentine lowlands famous for its fertile soil – You will not find our beef anywhere else!” A bold statement above from Gaucho though very much the focus when you choose to dine with them, it…

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A Mexican and Champagne delight in Chelsea

By Christopher Walkey / 21st August 2018

Just a stone’s throw from Sloane Square tube station and in the popular location of Sloane Square you will find Mexican bar Tonteria that holds a wealth of Tapa delights along with fine Champagne and cocktails and a very popular nightclub too with regular male and female dancers. A well known and loved venue and frequented…

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Strawberry Fizz with a mix of Mexican Character

By Christopher Walkey / 7th August 2018

Cocktails do not always have to be complicated to make, require in-depth ingredients and all the snazzy bar paraphernalia in order to produce something you and your guests will enjoy – Sometimes in can be simple and easy! Just like a wizard with his potion collection, we have ourselves a vast sample selection chez Glass…

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Chambord and Fizz

By Christopher Walkey / 30th July 2018

I totally get why some people in the world of sparkling wines including producers would prefer that their wines are enjoyed as they are, though many of us will still look to enjoy our fizz in cocktails. A cocktail can be something we have got all the ingredients for and we follow a strict recipe…

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Cheering for Cups

By Bernard Barbuk / 26th July 2018

Cups are bubbling Summer drinks from long ago: mixed, iced, sweetened, always with fresh fruits, always made in quantity, always presented in ceramic or glass jugs or bowls decorated with garlands of herbs.  Never with bitters or Vermouth.  And though spirits and liqueurs are often part of the recipe, Cups are wine-based, cider-based, beer-based.  Never,…

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