You don’t just walk in and take charge like it’s your personal dining room. No, no. You follow the host. Always. Handbags? Not on the table, darling. Ideally next to you and even better if you handbag is given it’s on seat. Napkin? Straight to the lap, neatly folded — never crumpled. NEVER. Bathroom break? Drape your napkin on the chair. It’s all in the art of elegance — and yes, your napkin speaks volumes. Elizabeth x

Don’t just pop the cork back in and hope for the best… My TOP TIP: pour the wine into a small jar once you’re halfway through the bottle — Remember, when it comes to wine, oxygen is the enemy!Less oxygen = fresher wine.This way, it’ll keep for up to a week in the fridge. Elizabeth x

The Parakeet is an open-fire fuelled beauty of a pub in Kentish Town with ex-Brat chef Ben Allen at the coals. Kentish Town is food critic Giles Coren’s local ‘hood, so you need to be on your game to succeed here. The Parakeet opened a couple of years ago and it became something of an instant classic. The building is split into two very distinct sections - the pub for drinks and the dining room for food. I loved the art in the dining room and the use of greens and moody

Brutto35–37 Greenhill Rents, Clerkenwell, EC1M 6BNThe last restaurant created by the legend Russel Norman and it’s a masterpiece. It’s a relaxed Italian trattoria meets New York City dark moody lighting! With insanely good food from light snacks, pasta and T-bone steaks, very cool vibes with a bar when you want to leave the table and epic £5 Negroni’s. Tollingtons Fish Bar365 Tollington Road, Finsbury Park, N7 6DNA transformed old fish and chip shop into a Spanish-sty

Where to sip wine this summer in The City – check out the @chateausaintemarguerite collab at @canopybyhilton. If you’re looking for a new go-to after work or Thursday lunch spot in the sun, I’ve found a gem for you! Canopy by Hilton has become my latest wine stop, largely thanks to a beautiful collaboration with one of my favourite rosé producers: Château Sainte-Marguerite from Provence, France. Situated at 11 Minories, just a short walk from Liverpool Street and Leaden

Non-alcohol drinks aren’t just for teetotallers. In fact, 78% of people buying them to drink. This market’s growing 8% each year — not because we’re saying no to wine, but because we’re saying yes to options. What are your non-alcoholic go-to drinks? Elizabeth x

Why do we abbreviate Bourgogne to ‘Burgundy’—but never do the same for Champagne, Bordeaux or Loire? It’s time to give Bourgogne the same respect we show other French wine regions—by calling it by its proper name.

I’ve always been intrigued about how non-alcoholic wines and drinks are made and was lucky enough to visit @joerggeiger.uk recently in Germany to find out more. ✨ 1. They can be complex and more than fruit juice. 2. They can be aged in barrels. 3. They can be made with up to 100 different ingredients. 4. They’re made with the same care and creativity a chef puts into a recipe. 5. They’re made with fruit trees up to 180 years old. 6. They’re produ

The Italians know how to lead the good life and in the 1870 with the grape Moscato they started to make a light, fizzy, white wine. Perfect for elevenses with lemon sorbet, afternoons with fruit tart or long lunches. I've enjoyed a Moscato d 'Asti on many a trip to Piedmont. I love this wine because its only 5.5% in alcohol (normal is 12%) is light, fruity and sweet so easy to drink on its own. Elizabeth x

This sun-drenched pocket of southern France is crafting wines with soul, not just sunshine in a glass. Tucked between the Mediterranean and the Pyrenees, Roussillon is redefining what it means to be a “southern French wine.” Elegant reds. Crisp whites. Old vines with serious pedigree. Q: Is Roussillon part of Languedoc? A: Roussillon proudly stands on its own — wedged between mountain and sea, with one foot in France and a wink to Catalonia. Q: Are the wines all simple

Can you put ice in your rosé? Yes, you absolutely can. Or use an ice bucket. My Top Tip? Freeze your grapes! Putting frozen grapes in your glass will keep your wine cold and it won't dilute it. Cheers! Elizabeth x

Which one are you: The Gluggers—you know who you are. Name and shame your mates who hold their glass like this (by the bowl) The Poncey People—those who hold the wine by the foot. Please, don’t do that! The Proper Way: hold your wine glass at the top of the stem, with a relaxed grip. Keep that little finger IN or you’ll like like a t**t Cheers! Elizabeth x

It’s only £5.99 from ‌Aldi, but is worth it… Or just another gimmick for the sake of it? If you like refreshing white wines like Gavi and Pinot Grigio this is something nice and different! Crisp, fresh and honestly… I’d drink this happily any day of the week. It's a 5/5 from me! Melon, honeysuckle, a touch of orange peel on the nose But let’s be clear — it DOES NOT taste like Prosecco (even though it’s made from Glera grapes). Super drinkable — another fun, easy-goi

Rosé lovers, listen up – M&S’s La Balconne Rosé is giving serious Whispering Angel vibes 👀 Think soft blush pink, light and crisp with elegant fruity notes that scream summer-in-a-glass. They’re both a 5/5 for me! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ La Balconne, Marks & Spencer: £18.00 🏷️ Whispering Angel, Tesco: £18.50 🏷️ There’s not really much price difference, which is usually expected with ‘dupes’, but it is a beautiful wine. Thanks to Côtes de Provence for giving us another Devine ros

I’m unsure if it gets better than oysters and wine? A pairing celebrated by many for good reason. After all, “oysters are the food of love, and wine is its song”. But which wines pair best with Oysters? Chablis Champagne Albarino Picpoul de Pinet Muscadet Dry Rosé These are fresh and delicious Carlingford oysters from Steve Hatt in Islington. Elizabeth x

Dom Pérignon Plénitude 2, 2008 – a first taste of greatness. Not yet released in the UK (expected early 2026), this second life of Dom is deep, complex, and musical. “It’s said that on a moody drive to the coast, Marilyn Monroe suddenly kicked open the glove compartment — out rolled a bottle of Dom Pérignon. She smiled and declared, ‘Now the holiday can begin.’” Elegant, cheeky, and very Marilyn. Poured at the Tate Modern for a brilliant art launch—though judging by the

I bring 15+ years of experience running bars and restaurants in the City of London. I understand how demanding your bosses can be — and how limited your time is. They want new, standout experiences. I have them. With Elizabeth & Wine, I create VIP wine experiences your team won’t find anywhere else. I’ll handle every detail — writing invitations, booking the venue, managing dietary requirements — so you can deliver a flawless, stress-free event. You’ll look fantastic, a

t’s not easy impressing clients these days. Everyone’s so busy, the senior people you want to reach are so in demand - and people want something different from the same old events. Perhaps you’re the person everyone turns to for new ideas for client experiences — but who’s looking after you? With 15 years of experience hosting corporate wine tastings in the City, I know how to create unforgettable experiences that impress senior leaders and keep clients talking. I al

I'm absolutely delighted to see some positive wine news in the press! The recent study suggesting that drinking Champagne could reduce the risk of sudden cardiac arrest is certainly uplifting. Champagne has always been associated with celebration, and perhaps there’s more to those bubbles than just effervescence. Dr Laura Catena, Managing Director of Catena Zapata and a former emergency room physician, might find this intersection of wine and health particularly interes

Have you been to ROKA? I had the pleasure of visiting ROKA, the flagship Japanese restaurant on Charlotte Street—right in the heart of vibrant Fitzrovia. This part of London is always hustling and bustling, and it’s easy to see why ROKA is nearly always fully booked most evenings. It’s been a destination venue for nearly two decades, and for good reason! The atmosphere is high energy yet casual, with an open-plan kitchen where you can watch the talented chefs at work—it ad