Turkish Sparkling Wine Under Threat

Islamic-rooted government’s new alcohol laws are threatening the Turkish wine industry. Wine has been produced in Turkey for thousands of year and dates back to the time of Homer, but rules introduced two years ago by conservative Muslim politicians mean the industry cannot advertise or promote their wine. Sparkling wines have been produced for approximately 40 years in…

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A Bubbly New Year’s Eve Guide for London

Dirty Bones Carnaby are inviting guests to join them in celebrating the last few hours of the year before 2016 rolls in. With tickets for early birdies as well as party-all-nighters, on arrival guests of the two ‘DIRTY NYE’ events will receive a signature Top Dog cocktail (Finlandia vodka, fresh strawberry, Chambord, lemon and Prosecco).…

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The Best Bubbly for your Office Christmas Party

As the festive period approaches we are no doubt thinking about parties and celebrations, a time to congratulate each other for our efforts as a team and a chance to get to know each other better thanks to a tipple or two which helps to let our defences down and opens us up for laughter, chats…

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Loki Wine Merchant & Tasting House in Birmingham

Smelling and Tasting

Loki is the most-awarded wine merchant in Birmingham, winning 11 major national awards in the past two years. It is the only fine wine merchant in the business district of Birmingham, and one of the only places outside of London to offer customers the experience of trying up to 40 wines by the glass at…

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Margot, new restaurant to open in Covent Garden

Margot, new restaurant to open in Covent Garden

One of London’s best loved Maitre d’s Paulo de Tarso is to leave his role at Bar Boulud at London’s Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park to open his own restaurant with fellow restaurateur Nicolas Jaouën, currently general manager of Mayfair’s La Petite Maison. The 100-cover restaurant, named Margot, will open in Covent Garden next year and…

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Pairing Champagne & Sparkling Wine with Food

Pairing Champagne & Sparkling Wine with Food

For too long food and wine pairing has been reserved for the minority, but not anymore – now all you need is taste buds and a sense of adventure. This beautifully presented full colour recipe book, hosted by wine expert David Stevens-Castro (originally from Chile) and food photographer Fran Flynn (originally from Ireland), will encourage…

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Places to get a Glass of Bubbly in North-East England

It’s not just London that has great bars filled with Champagne and sparkling wine. Here’s a few notable bars in York, Newcastle, Durham and Harrogate: The Biltmore Bar & Grill – York The Biltmore not only offers beautiful grilled food, but also an interesting wine list dominated by top-brand Champagnes. They have one of 2 bottles…

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Enjoy a Glass of Bubbly at Lodge d’Argent

Enjoy a Glass of Bubbly at Lodge d’Argent

Following the success of last year’s Lodge d’Argent winter pop up, City restaurant Coq d’Argent will once again be creating a magical Alpine themed winter wonderland. Designed by AM Creative and running from 18th November until the end of February, Lodge d’Argent will evoke the feeling of winter with twinkling lights, frosted Christmas trees and…

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Le Beaujolais, a little piece of France in London

This little Covent Garden venue is packed full of French charm and amazing food and wine. Steeped in history, Le Beaujolais resides at an address that has managed to stay in French hands ever since the war. On the ground floor is London’s oldest French wine bar whilst the downstairs restaurant is a member’s only Club.…

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