Exceptional Whiskies for the Festive Season
Christmas is the perfect moment to indulge in something exceptional, and this year’s whisky releases offer craftsmanship, rarity and stories worth savouring. From Speyside heritage to intrepid new collaborations, these bottles showcase the artistry behind the world’s most compelling single malts. Whether purchased as a gift or kept for a quiet winter evening, each of […]
Pellico 3 – Park Hyatt Milano
Pellico3 continues to attract international attention for its refined seasonal cuisine, elegant interiors and exceptional service. Under the leadership of Executive Chef Guido Paternollo, the restaurant has become one of the city’s most compelling gastronomic destinations, pairing contemporary Italian creativity with French culinary precision. As a precursor to a culinary career, it isn’t every executive […]
KORA by Beaufort House
Among the buzz and glam of the streets of Chelsea, there is a little bit of Mediterranean bliss: the restaurant Kora. Chilled and casual, Kora offers honest dishes with top ingredients from land and sea, with a strong Greek influence. There is a reason for the Hellenistic inspiration. Both Head Chef Eleftheria and Executive Head Chef Sasha […]
Stirring Up the Season: Easy Cocktails for Christmas
As the nights draw in and celebrations fill the calendar, the right cocktail can turn any moment into something festive. These winter serves balance citrus, spice and seasonal warmth, showcasing bottles that shine beautifully in a glass. Simple to make, elegant to drink, and perfect for sharing. Grey Goose Martini Experience This December, Grey Goose […]
Seasons: A Taste of Cowdray
In Seasons: A Taste of Cowdray, the team behind the venerable West Sussex estate has achieved more than a mere collection of recipes. This sumptuous volume unfolds as a seasonal narrative of place and provenance, taking the reader not only into the kitchen but out into the fields, hedgerows and livestock paddocks of the Cowdray […]
The Elephant – Hackney
From former sous-chef of the beloved Manteca, Francesco Sarvonio, comes The Elephant, a dining experience that follows the same nose-to-tail, sustainable concept but with a more casual vibe. Eating here, one has the feeling of being home away from home, as if having dinner at a friend’s house who happens to be a great chef. […]
Port Ellen 200th Anniversary Edition
After four decades of silence, the legendary Port Ellen distillery has marked its bicentenary with a release that epitomises everything connoisseurs have missed about this Islay icon. The Port Ellen 200th Anniversary Edition, a magnificent 42-year-old single malt, is not just a celebration but a statement of intent from one of Scotland’s most revered whisky […]
Château Léoube
Nestled on the unspoilt coastline of Cap Bénat in Bormes-les-Mimosas, Château Léoube is one of Provence’s most admired wine and olive estates. Yet its story stretches far beyond its celebrated rosés. Records show that vines and olive groves were first planted here in the 15th century, when the estate formed part of the Brégançon seigniory. […]
Cotswolds Wychwood Harvest Single Malt Whisky
English whisky continues its remarkable ascent and the Cotswolds Distillery, the world’s best-selling English single malt producer, reinforces its reputation with the Wychwood Harvest – a limited edition of just 1,500 bottles that represents the distillery’s boldest statement on port cask maturation to date. Named after the ancient Wychwood Forest near Witney in Oxfordshire, this fourth instalment […]
Cook with Henry Brosi
I had the privilege of dining at The Lansdowne a couple of weeks ago to learn about the one-day masterclasses led by Executive Head Chef Henry Brosi, who spent 20 years perfecting his craft at The Dorchester. Usually only accessible to members, for these sessions the distinguished private members’ club opens its doors to all […]
