Celebrating Women, Wine, and Food at Café Murano
I recently had the pleasure of hosting a wine tasting for a dynamic group of twenty top women from consulting firm Efficio at Café Murano...
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Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Aug 11 min read
Discover the Elegance of Albariño from Rìas Baixas | Albariño Day
Albariño is an elegant, steely, fresh, fruity, and salty wine that’s as invigorating as it is thirst-quenching...
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Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Jul 192 min read
Cava Discovery Week at The Dorchester | #DiscoverCava
The Euros and Wimbledon, 2024 has been a story of Spanish sporting success. And I’m going to add another win for the Spanish as I’ve been
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Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Jun 191 min read
English Wine Week: Wiston Estate, West Sussex
Celebrating English Wine Week with Wiston’s NV Rosé Brut, it’s an elegant sparkling wine with rhubarb, hibiscus and red tart.
Wiston is a s
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Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Apr 251 min read
Visit Epice in Franschhoek: A Culinary Journey Through Spice
If you find yourself exploring South Africa, make a beeline for Epice in Franschhoek, a destination celebrated for its unique approach to...
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Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Mar 292 min read
Date Night In: Bringing Barolo Home
With the cost of eating out rising all the time, many of you have been asking me what to drink on a special night in – be that a date night,
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Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Mar 132 min read
International Riesling Day: An iconic grape loved by sommeliers but forgotten by wine drinkers!
International Riesling Day: A Toast to one of the most iconic grape varieties in the world! Loved by sommeliers but forgotten by wine drinke
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Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Feb 122 min read
An Unforgettable Blind Wine Tasting at The Colony Grill Room in Mayfair, London
Last week, I had an incredible opportunity to dive into the world of wines at The Colony Grill Room in Mayfair, London.
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Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Dec 18, 20233 min read
Discovering Corney & Barrow Wine Merchants: Affordable Luxury in Wine
As one of the UK's oldest independent wine merchants, Corney & Barrow has an impressive 240-year legacy in the world of fine wines. But let'
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Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Dec 8, 20232 min read
Alto Adige – discovering Italy’s most northerly wine region
Hello, fellow wine lovers! Today, let's journey together to Alto Adige/Südtirol, a hidden gem nestled at the very top of Italy where it...
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Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Nov 30, 20233 min read
Wine Favourites: November 2023
And so, this is Christmas! With the festive season upon us, I've been exploring supermarket wines for you to enjoy over the Christmas....
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Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Nov 18, 20232 min read
Stunning Sicily – discovering the wine makers on the slopes of Mount Etna
In the realm of wine, Sicily stands as a beacon of endless discovery and surprise. One of the largest islands in the Med, sunny Sicily is st
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Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Oct 25, 20233 min read
Wine Favourites: October 2023
Autumn is here! It's time to pull out those richer reds and celebratory wines as we approach the festive season. So which wines have I been
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Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Sep 29, 20233 min read
Wines Favourites: September 2023
When it comes to the world of wine, there's an abundance of choices to explore, I’m here to help and here are the wines I enjoyed throughout
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Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Sep 23, 20232 min read
Exploring Unconventional Pairings: Jalapeños and Rosé – A Spicy Twist on Tradition 🌶🍷
In the world of wine, some pairings are so unconventional that they border on daring... One such pairing is the adventurous palates is the..
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Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Sep 12, 20231 min read
Visiting Savignola, Tuscany, Italy
Savignola is a winery nestled amidst nature, embracing the unhurried rhythms of Tuscan life. This boutique female-led winery based in the...
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Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Sep 9, 20232 min read
How to find value for money when shopping for wine?
Browsing supermarket shelves for that perfect bottle of wine? There's a savvy strategy to ensure you get the best value for your money!
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Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Sep 5, 20233 min read
Wine Favourites: Summer 2023
As we approach the end of another wonderful summer filled with wine adventures and discoveries, let’s raise a glass to the fabulous bottles
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Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Sep 2, 20231 min read
Which is the Best Supermarket to Buy Wine From?
Which is the best supermarket to buy wine from? It has to be, Aldi.
Aldi has undoubtedly earned its spot as the ultimate wine haven.
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Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Sep 1, 20233 min read
Oysters & Wine
Forget vinegar or lemon — pouring a splash of wine over your oysters takes them
to a whole new level of deliciousness.
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