Coppa Putney
Located on the riverfront and offering a café, bar, restaurant, lounge, terrace and private dining space, Coppa Putney has been a resounding success since it opened its doors less than a month ago, bringing a distinct café culture experience to Southwest London. Coppa has a definite private members’ club feel, without any members club fees. […]
HUŎ
I am a big fan of Asian food but I must admit I find tedious the fact that most restaurants seem to come out of the same design book with black and red lacquer everywhere, gold trimmings and Chinese lamps; either that or a plethora of Budas on display wherever you lay your eyes. HUŎ […]
Lavazza Flagship Store
Having experienced the hospitality and the delicacies served at the Lavazza flagship store in Milan, I couldn’t wait for their London counterpart to open. Spread over three floors and located in a historical building just opposite Liberty’s in the heart of London, this is a beautifully designed space that goes far beyond our normal understanding […]
Louis Roederer Collection 242
The first example of Roederer’s new multi-vintage champagne, Louis Roederer Collection 242, is a wine that reveals the power of blending and expresses the direction in which the Maison is taking the brand. With the creation of Collection, Louis Roederer wants to write a new chapter in the history of Brut Premier, one that invites […]
Roka Mallorca
The internationally renowned restaurant ROKA, famous for cooking by following the ancient robatayaki technique, has taken their contemporary Asian gourmet delights to the Balearic island of Mallorca this summer with a pop-up restaurant at Cap Vermell Resort. Cap Vermell is a luxury retreat Canyamel, on the Eastern part of Mallorca, with an architecture that reflects the style of a traditional Mallorquin hilltop village with references to local art and cultural heritage. Situated in a tranquil valley surrounded by natural beauty, the resort offers a place of escapism creating unique and mindful experiences for all […]
Ross Lewis
With nearly 40 years working in the business it is safe to say that Ross Lewis, the recipient of the 2021 Michelin Great Britain & Ireland Mentor Chef Award – supported by Blancpain – has seen it all. A big champion of local and small producers, Ross is famous for his quest to reflect Ireland […]
Dictator Generations En Lalique
A unique decanter of Dictador Generations En Lalique has become one of the most expensive bottles of rum ever sold. Auctioned by Sotheby’s online, it achieved the exceptional price of £30,000. This is the highest value ever for rum during a Sotheby’s auction. The lot, named “Dictador Generations En Lalique” included the proof bottle handmade […]
Award-Winning Vineyards… in Sussex
Blessed with a cool climate and a fertile limestone and chalk soil similar to the Champagne region of France, Sussex has become the top sparkling wine-producing county in the UK. Award-winning East and West Sussex vineyards, many family-owned, are picking up international awards for their skilful blending of Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier and Pinot Noir grapes. […]
Sparkling East Sussex
Tamara Roberts, CEO of Ridgeview Estate winery in East Sussex discusses with Gina Baksa winemaking, lockdowns and how to remain ahead of the curve in today’s challenging market. “Often you’re so focused on moving forward that you forget to look back, reflect and see what you have achieved,” says Tamara Roberts, CEO of Ridgeview Estate, […]
Caribbean food with a twist
The last year has certainly shaken us all out of our comfort zone. Small businesses have struggled, many almost to a point of ruin, forced quarantine has put family dynamics under scrutiny, and the constant tier changes and uncertainty of when this will all end definitely tested our sanity. At the risk of tempting fate, […]
