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
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
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 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
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
One of Soho's Best Dinner Spots: Egyptian Flavours & the Perfect Negroni at Impala
Soho has a way of pulling you into its rhythm the moment you arrive. An evening at Impala Soho captures that energy perfectly, bold, characterful, and effortlessly…
3 July 2026 · 1 min read
Discovering the Magic of Chablis at Taste of London
I recently spent a fantastic few days at Taste of London, working on the Wines of Bourgogne stand alongside Harry Crowther, introducing visitors to one of France's…
26 June 2026 · 2 min read
The Smart Way to Discover Fine Wine Through Premium Wine Samples | Tiny Wine & Coravin
What is Tiny Wine? Tiny Wine is changing the way people discover and enjoy fine wine by making premium wines more accessible through expertly preserved wine samples.…
22 June 2026 · 3 min read
Looking for a Wine Like Pinot Grigio? Try Albariño
If Pinot Grigio is your usual go-to white wine, you’re not alone. It’s crisp, clean, refreshing and reliably easy to drink, the kind of bottle that’s quietly become a…
18 June 2026 · 2 min read
How to Identify Old Vine Wines on a Bottle Label & Why Old Vine Wines Matter More Than Ever
Discover what old vine wines are, why some of the world's oldest vineyards produce such distinctive wines, and how to identify genuine old vine wines on a bottle…
11 June 2026 · 6 min read
I Found a Historic Wine Window in Florence & It Was Every Bit as Magical as I Hoped
Certain travel experiences feel quintessentially Italian. Drinking espresso standing at a bar. Wandering sun-drenched piazzas at golden hour. Ordering a plate of pasta…
9 May 2026 · 2 min read
Wine News: The 2025s Have Landed
It's the moment of the year I love when the new vintage starts arriving on shelves and the spring has sprung. The 2025s are here, and there is a lot to get excited…
8 May 2026 · 2 min read
The oldest wine I’ve ever tasted… and one of the best.
The oldest wine I’ve ever tasted was a 1996 Vorberg from Cantina Terlan, nearly 30 years old, and it was, without exaggeration, one of the most remarkable white wines…
4 May 2026 · 2 min read
Sake Cocktails in London | Why Wine Lovers Should Try Sake at Sticks’n’Sushi
If you love wine, you need to try sake like this. Sake cocktails in London are one of those experiences that completely change how you think about sake. If you are…
27 April 2026 · 1 min read
The Best Restaurants in the Dolomites | A Ski Food Guide for Alto Badia
Skiing the Dolomites isn’t just about the slopes, it’s about where you eat, drink, and soak up the mountain atmosphere. The food scene in the Dolomites is just as…
8 April 2026 · 2 min read
Tuscany’s Most Underrated DOCG White Wine
One of the most underrated white wines in Italy, and a personal favourite of mine- is Vernaccia di San Gimignano. In a region globally celebrated for powerful reds,…
30 January 2026 · 2 min read
19 Reasons to Visit Tuscany in Winter (And Why It Might Be the Best Time to Go)
Think Tuscany is only for sun-soaked summers and golden wheat fields? Think again. A winter trip to Val d’Orcia reveals a quieter, moodier, more cinematic side of the…
26 January 2026 · 2 min read
Winter in Montalcino & Montepulciano: What’s It Really Like?
Winter in Montalcino and Montepulciano is a different kind of magic, softer, slower, and infinitely more atmospheric. If you’re considering a winter trip to southern…
29 December 2025 · 2 min read
Laurent-Perrier - 10am Champagne on a Monday
10am Champagne on a Monday isn’t my usual start to the week… but for Laurent-Perrier, I’ll make an exception. 🍾 The tasting at 67 Pall Mall reminded me why this house…
8 December 2025 · 1 min read
The Best Wine l've Ever Had
Taste - Clotted cream, orange blossom, almonds, white pepper. Very full, rounded and flavour lasts forever.Where is it from? Bâtard-Montrachet is a great white Grand…
8 December 2025 · 1 min read
Rosé Tasting in St Tropez: A Must-Try Discovery!
Yes, I have the best job, exploring incredible rosé wines on a Tuesday afternoon! This week, I had the pleasure of discovering Château Sai
19 March 2025 · 1 min read
I’ve never skied anywhere quieter than Champoluc
What a fantastic trip! A perfect ‘settimana bianca’ of blue skies and fresh snow in the charming village of Champoluc in Italy’s Aosta...
9 February 2025 · 2 min read
Drinking in the Dolomites: Welcoming 2025 with Winter Wines in Northeast Italy
As we toast to the new year amidst the stunning snow-clad peaks of the Dolomites, my favourite winter activity is savouring the local wines
20 January 2025 · 2 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,
29 March 2024 · 2 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...
8 December 2023 · 2 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
18 November 2023 · 2 min read
Exploring Champagne Bollinger in France
Welcome to the enchanting world of Bollinger Champagne, nestled in the heart of France. Picture it: perfectly manicured vines stretching as
11 July 2023 · 2 min read
Beguiled by Banfi
Searching for a truly sustainable wine? Look no further than Banfi in Tuscany, Europe’s first certified sustainable winery (since 2016). Thi
14 November 2022 · 1 min read
Bodega Numanthia
Recently I had the privilege of meeting the winemaker Lucas Lowi from Bodega Numanthia, enjoying a vertical tasting of his wines from...
12 October 2022 · 2 min read
What makes wines of Georgia so special?
You may not be familiar with the wine scene in Georgia but believe me when I say it’s as exciting and dynamic as any wine region in the world right now. There are some…
14 May 2022 · 2 min read
Modern wine in Argentina with Bemberg Estate and Goodman's steak
Argentina is famous for Malbec, the great red wine that we love with steak - but today, Argentina is more than just Malbec. The quality of wines coming from Argentina…
11 May 2022 · 1 min read
Guilia Negri: Barolo girl
The modern women in Barolo, Giulia who is embracing smart ideas and not letting traditions hold her back to make the best Barolo. Giulia bet everything on Barolo,…
27 April 2022 · 2 min read
Whales to wine in South Africa
Hermanus - the whale watching town, south of Cape town by 2 hours makes fabulous sauvignon blanc - chardonnay and pinot noir - cabernet sauvignon wine, due to its…
7 April 2022 · 2 min read
Paarl, South Africa
Nelson vineyard, located in Paarl is North of Stellenbosch and Franschhoek 30 minutes driving. The route from Stellenbosch to Paarl doesn’t change much as, you are…
15 March 2022 · 3 min read
Heaven and earth - exploring the wonders of Creation wines in the Western Cape
I recently returned from a trip to South Africa where I was lucky enough to visit some wonderful wineries! Creation Wines is just twenty years old but has quickly…
4 March 2022 · 2 min read