Elizabeth & Wine

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    Everything Elizabeth has written on wine, restaurants, vineyards and events: 251 posts and counting.

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    Restaurant Reviews

    Omega3, Sifnos: The Restaurant I’d Go Back To For The Fish Collar

    I visit Omega3 on Sifnos, a tiny beachside restaurant, for its fish collar and a Vaptistis 2023 from Antara, a winery I had visited in Tinos.

    13 October 2026 · 3 min read

    6 English Wines That Caught My Attention at WineGB
    English Wine

    6 English Wines That Caught My Attention at WineGB

    I share six English wines that caught my attention at WineGB, from Weyborne Estate sparkling to Abingworth Sauvignon Blanc and Simpsons Pinot Noir.

    30 September 2026 · 3 min read

    Babylonstoren & The Winemaker Who Accidentally Ended Up Making Wine | Platinum Magazine, September 2026
    Articles & Press

    Babylonstoren & The Winemaker Who Accidentally Ended Up Making Wine | Platinum Magazine, September 2026

    I meet Danielle, a young Babylonstoren winemaker, to hear how she came into wine, what harvest is like and why she loves their Semillon and rosé.

    25 September 2026 · 3 min read

    Is This One of the Best Steaks in the Basque Country? | Casa Julián Tolosa
    Wine & Travel

    Is This One of the Best Steaks in the Basque Country? | Casa Julián Tolosa

    I’ve eaten a lot of steak. But the one we had at Casa Julián in Tolosa, Basque Country, is going to be difficult to forget. If you’re visiting San Sebastián and love…

    21 September 2026 · 3 min read

    Is This the Best Place to Drink Turkish Wine in London? | Kismet London Review
    Wine & Travel

    Is This the Best Place to Drink Turkish Wine in London? | Kismet London Review

    Some restaurants stay with you because of a single dish. Others because of a memorable bottle of wine. Kismet manages to do both. Hidden upstairs at The Globe Tavern,…

    6 September 2026 · 3 min read

    A Luxury Day Trip From London to Bath | The Belmond British Pullman
    Wine & Travel

    A Luxury Day Trip From London to Bath | The Belmond British Pullman

    Could this be the most glamorous day trip from London? For many of us, travel has become about getting somewhere as quickly as possible. Airports, traffic, packed…

    26 August 2026 · 3 min read

    The Winemaker Who Found Freedom in English Wine | Platinum Magazine, August 2026
    Articles & Press

    The Winemaker Who Found Freedom in English Wine | Platinum Magazine, August 2026

    Cara-Lee Dely is the head winemaker at Bolney Wine Estate in Haywards Heath, but her wine story began not in a vineyard but on aeroplanes. Cara-Lee’s father was an…

    26 August 2026 · 3 min read

    The Shoreditch by the Sea Coastal Escape You Need to Visit | Margate, Kent
    Wine & Travel

    The Shoreditch by the Sea Coastal Escape You Need to Visit | Margate, Kent

    If you’re looking for a UK coastal escape that swaps traditional seaside clichés for natural wine bars, independent restaurants, stylish hotels and seriously good…

    16 August 2026 · 2 min read

    The Ultimate Guide to Prosecco: Everything You Need to Know About Italy’s Favourite Sparkling Wine
    Tips & Guides

    The Ultimate Guide to Prosecco: Everything You Need to Know About Italy’s Favourite Sparkling Wine

    Whether you’re choosing a bottle for a celebration, searching for the perfect gift, planning a wedding toast or simply trying to understand what’s actually inside your…

    13 August 2026 · 6 min read

    What is Acidity in Wine?
    Tips & Guides

    What is Acidity in Wine?

    Acidity, what is it? Acidity is that tart, sour sensation that makes your mouth water. Imagine drinking a glass of water with fresh lemon juice. It's bright, zesty,…

    5 August 2026 · 1 min read

    The Best Rosé Wines to Sip Your Way Through Summer
    Tips & Guides

    The Best Rosé Wines to Sip Your Way Through Summer

    Let’s be honest, rosé has a bit of a reputation. For some people, it’s the “easy” wine. The bottle you grab for a barbecue, a picnic or a sunny afternoon because it…

    19 July 2026 · 3 min read

    Why the Best Networking Events Give People Something to Do (Not Just Someone to Talk To)
    Corporate Tastings

    Why the Best Networking Events Give People Something to Do (Not Just Someone to Talk To)

    We've all been to networking events that feel... hard work. You walk into a room full of people, collect a drink, glance around, and hope someone starts a…

    17 July 2026 · 2 min read

    3 Italian Wine Upgrades That Offer Better Quality
    Tips & Guides

    3 Italian Wine Upgrades That Offer Better Quality

    If you're looking to drink better Italian wine without necessarily spending more, here's one of the simplest tips you'll ever learn. Begin searching for historic place…

    15 July 2026 · 3 min read

    The New Hackney Restaurant Every Food and Wine Lover Needs to Know About | Teal by Sally Abé
    Restaurant Reviews

    The New Hackney Restaurant Every Food and Wine Lover Needs to Know About | Teal by Sally Abé

    This might be one of London's most exciting restaurant openings of 2026. If you're searching for the best new restaurants in Hackney, Teal by Sally Abé deserves a…

    13 July 2026 · 4 min read

    What Does Minerality Mean in Wine? Why I Prefer to Call It 'Salty'...
    Tips & Guides

    What Does Minerality Mean in Wine? Why I Prefer to Call It 'Salty'...

    If you've ever heard someone describe a wine as mineral and wondered what they actually meant, you're not alone. Minerality is one of the most common, and most…

    11 July 2026 · 3 min read

    The Exmouth Market Restaurant Serving London's Most Talked-About Burger | Vesper by Jackson Boxer Review
    Restaurant Reviews

    The Exmouth Market Restaurant Serving London's Most Talked-About Burger | Vesper by Jackson Boxer Review

    If you're searching for the best new restaurants in London, the best restaurants in Exmouth Market, or whether Vesper by Jackson Boxer is worth visiting, the short…

    9 July 2026 · 4 min read

    4 Italian White Wine Upgrades That Offer Better Quality
    Wine & Travel

    4 Italian White Wine Upgrades That Offer Better Quality

    If you're looking to drink better Italian white wine without necessarily spending more, here's one of the simplest tips you'll ever learn. Begin searching for historic…

    7 July 2026 · 3 min read

    What to Pair with Chablis?
    Tips & Guides

    What to Pair with Chablis?

    If you've ever stood in front of the wine shelf wondering what to serve with seafood, roast chicken or even caviar, let me introduce you to one of my favourite wines:…

    5 July 2026 · 2 min read