If you’re of the opinion that all chalet wine is barely drinkable plonk served in anonymous carafes, then it’s time to think again. Powder White, one of the UK’s leading ski holiday specialists, is busting that myth offering a better class of house wine to all, unusually including a house rose, and for those looking for something superior to that they work with renowned wine merchants such as Berry Brothers & Rudd – wine supplier to the Royal family – and Le Verre Gourmand to source exemplary stock to offer premium wine lists to oenophile powder hounds.
100 years’Michelin Guide’ Dinner at The Grand Eastbourne
Ever fancied pushing aside molecular cuisine and eating a la ancienne? The Grand in Eastbourne offers the chance with their 100 years ‘Michelin Guide’ Dinner. A snip at £65 for five courses, matched wines and champagne from chef Keith Mitchell. A real taste of how it was all done yesterday.
Taste of Christmas 2011 ticket offer
You’ve got until 31st October to save £20 on a pair of tickets to this year’s Taste of Christmas and the chance to see top celebrity chefs in action, get inspiriation for your own festive feast and eat your way round the exhibition.
Courvoisier launch new Connoisseur Collection featuring first Cognas with an age statement
The old and the new collided when I was invited to learn more about the Courvoisier’s new range of cognacs at a tutored tasting at the top of the Gherkin in an intimate private room, allowing uninterrupted indulgence. The occasion was the launch of the first range of cognacs to publicise their ageing time: Courvoisier 12 and 21 year old.
William Curley opens Chocolate Box
William Curley has set up a Chocolate Box in the Front Room at St Martins Lane Hotel. Launched at the beginning of National Chocolate Week, the pop up will be open until the New Year.
Afternoon Tea at Gravetye Manor
The Manor’s Afternoon Tea offers the perfect way to treat family or friends to something special. Surrounded by Gravetye’s historic wild gardens there’s no better way to spend the afternoon.
Morrisons’ New M Kitchen Previews at the Swarovski Crystallised Lounge
Like the high-low fashion movement that proves looking good doesn’t have to mean going broke, Morrisons want to show the consumer that value for money doesn’t have to mean cheap and nasty. On the contrary in fact, they want to share their philosophy that producing great food that is also value for money, is actually achievable.
Dream Team to launch Banca in 2012
Arjun and Peter Waney, the power duo behind Zuma, Roka and La Petite Maison are teaming up with Giulliano Lotto to open Banca, a new Italian restaurant for the new site at 30 North Audley St Mayfair.
The Barcelona Supper Club by Codorniu
Enjoy the art of jamón carving with expert carver Chus Valvor of Tozino, a hands-on cookery class with Rachel McCormack of Catalan Cooking, and a Codorníu Fizzness School cava masterclass, before sitting down to relax and enjoy the fruits of your labour, all in one action-packed supper club evening.
The Plough Bar & Kitchen a restaurant in St Johns Hill
Born in Texas, raised in Florida and trained in Holland, Chef Josh has a good feel for how far he can take the American spin on such British classics as fish and chips, pork pies, scotch eggs and bubble and squeak. Since taking the reigns at The Plough, Chef Josh has introduced a southern feel to the menu by including pulled pork, cornbread and using fruit, Cajun seasoning and lots of chilli that leaves you feeling bold without being smothered by soul food.