Posts Tagged ‘Sparkling Wine’
What to do with leftover Champagne and Sparkling Wine
We know having bubbly leftover is unlikely, but if you accidentally opened too many bottles at a party and find yourself with some leftover, keep it! Even if it’s started to go flat, it can still be useful. Here’s a few things you can do: Use as a Beauty Treatment Applied to the skin and hair,…
Read MoreWhat will new EU laws on planting vines mean for the industry?
As of 1st January, the rules on planting new vines in the EU have changed in a fundamental way. Previously new vineyards were prohibited unless special dispensation was given, this was to protect existing growers. With the new rules it means it is now legal to plant vines unless a good reason can be found to stop…
Read MoreTurkish 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…
Read MoreA 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).…
Read MoreThe 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…
Read MoreLoki Wine Merchant & Tasting House in Birmingham
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…
Read MoreMargot, 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…
Read MorePairing 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…
Read MorePlaces 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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