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Everything Elizabeth has written on wine, restaurants, vineyards and events: 250 posts and counting.
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I’m unsure if it gets better than oysters and wine?
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…
23 June 2025 · 1 min read
Dom Pérignon Plénitude 2, 2008: a first taste of greatness.
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.…
23 June 2025 · 1 min read
Why book an event with Elizabeth & Wine?
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…
9 June 2025 · 1 min read
4 New Experiences You’ll Love, Wine Walks, Gin Secrets & Be a Winemaker for the Day
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…
21 May 2025 · 4 min read
Could Drinking Champagne Help Prevent Cardiac Arrest? New Study Suggests So...
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…
30 April 2025 · 1 min read
ROKA, Charlotte Street, London
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…
29 April 2025 · 1 min read
Is Aldi's £4.49 Limoncello Spritz Worth It? | What Do I Rate It Out of 5?
Move over overpriced cocktails, Aldi’s Limoncello Spritz is stealing the summer spotlight and for just £4.49, it’s an absolute bargain. This little bottle of sunshine…
16 April 2025 · 1 min read
Discover New Territory Wines in My Latest Platinum Magazine Column!
Spring is here, and so is my latest wine column in the Spring 2025 Platinum Magazine! In this edition, I’m taking you on a journey beyond the usual suspects, because…
15 April 2025 · 1 min read
Should You Flip the Wine Bottle When It’s Empty? A Guide to Restaurant Etiquette
You’ve reached the end of a lovely bottle of wine. It’s been a good meal, the conversation’s flowing, and the last drop has been poured. Now, there it is, the empty…
13 April 2025 · 1 min read
Dinner Party Wine Secrets Revealed | Are We All Faking It at Dinner Parties to Impress our Guests?
Hands up if you’ve ever hosted a dinner party, had a few friends over and cracked open some wine. A study published in Food Quality and Preference explored how price…
6 April 2025 · 1 min read
The Champagne & Fast Food Chicken Pairing You Didn’t See Coming
Have you ever tried fried chicken with Champagne? Trust me, you’re in for a delicious surprise! It’s the perfect pairing, and here’s why these two unexpected…
4 April 2025 · 1 min read
English Wine Has Arrived: And Nine Oaks Is One Vineyard to Watch
There has never been a better time to explore English wine, or to visit our vineyards. With well over 800 vineyards now established across England, the category…
31 March 2025 · 2 min read
A Hidden Gem and an Unforgettable Evening: Our Women in Wine Event at Audley Street with EssenceMediacom
Two weeks ago, I hosted one of my favourite events to date, our annual Women in Wine celebration for International Women’s Day. The setting?
26 March 2025 · 2 min read
Celebrating Women in Wine at Wild Swans for IWD
This International Women’s Day, I had the pleasure of hosting a very special Women in Wine event at Wild Swans, a chic, independent women’s b
26 March 2025 · 2 min read
The Moment Someone Called My Wine Event “Phenomenal”
“Phenomenal.” When I founded my wine business, my goal was simple: to be taken seriously in the wine industry. At the first wine event I attended, no one took me…
24 March 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
Celebrating International Women’s Day with Paul Hastings: Women in Wine at Kettner’s Champagne Bar
To celebrate International Women’s Day, global law firm Paul Hastings partnered with Elizabeth & Wine to host a memorable client event focused on one of my favourite…
16 March 2025 · 2 min read
Celebrating International Women’s Day with EssenceMediacom at Lady of the Grapes
EssenceMediacom helps brands to break through in the new economy - and the company recently gathered an impressive group of 30 female leaders in brand, marketing and…
9 March 2025 · 1 min read