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2026

30 September 2026

The vineyard visit nobody wanted to leave

September brought two rather wonderful settings for events: a vineyard in Kent where guests chose to stay beyond the planned finish, and a London terrace with a few unexpected visitors. I’ve also been thinking about the wines that could become tomorrow’s icons.

10 September 2026

Turkish wine in London, future icons & the Prosecco questions you’re asking

Turkish wine near Borough Market, the producers of the future worth knowing next & the Prosecco questions everyone is asking.

7 September 2026

Back to business...

September is here, the events calendar is waking up again and Champagne is having a very early harvest.

23 July 2026

September is coming faster than you think… and tips on how to drink better without spending more

Getting ahead of the Autumn calendar, event formats & getting bang for your buck with Italian whites.

5 July 2026

4 Italian wine swaps that cost pennies more & What wine would you pair with sushi?

A food-first safari, the power of a well-placed wine glass, and a date for the diary.

26 June 2026

Can you tell the difference between a £10 wine and a £100 one?

I spent a few days at Taste of London, working the Wines of Bourgogne tent. From the outside, events like this can look quite glamorous. What people don't always see is how much energy they take. This year, the food producers were brilliant - from Oblix to Roti King - and the crowds were bigger than last year. The buzz was fantastic, and Jack Daniels made their Taste of London debut (which wasn't something I saw coming!).

18 June 2026

Having the confidence to make a last minute change, cooking with Michel Roux Jr.

Last week I hosted a journalist tasting for around 20 guests at Gemcorp's office in partnership with Rostrum… and ten minutes before anyone arrived, I changed the setup entirely. What I did was small but the difference it made to the event certainly wasn't.

15 June 2026

September is closer than you think

Mid-June already, and if you work in professional services, your thoughts are probably starting to turn to September. The summer lull is almost here but it won't last long, and the autumn calendar fills up faster than anyone expects. Here are two things I'd encourage you to be thinking about now.

10 June 2026

Three things on my mind this month

My June Platinum Magazine article is out, and it completely changed my view of Napa When people think about Napa Valley, they often think big, bold wines with equally big price tags. But after interviewing Lisa Togni of Philip Togni Vineyard, I realised there’s another side to California wine entirely. Her wines are about restraint, freshness and balance rather than power. Organic farming. Dry farming. Lower alcohol. Wines designed for the table rather than simply making a statement. One wine I keep thinking about? Philip Togni Cabernet Sauvignon Not an everyday bottle (£89+ certainly isn’t everyday), but actually a brilliant wine to experience at one of my corporate events. Because sometimes memorable hospitality means introducing guests to something they simply wouldn’t order themselves. This is the sort of wine that creates conversation. Guests remember discovering something new, and experiencing a bottle they may never otherwise have opened.

12 May 2026

Why Most Client Events are Forgettable (and the Wines I'm Drinking)

What actually makes a client event memorable? Not the venue, not the budget, and rarely the wine list on its own. On the blog this week, I've written about a recent tasting for Taylor Wessing, where structuring the wines around the firm's own identity turned the evening into something guests were still quoting on the way out.

30 April 2026

The Prosecco Rule I Use & Rethink Red Wine Headaches

There are two questions I’m asked constantly at events. Not the complicated ones. The practical ones. How much Prosecco do I actually need? Why does red wine give me a headache? Both come up again and again, whether I’m hosting for 15 people or 150. Here’s the short version, based on what I see in real rooms.

13 April 2026

What Smart Clients are Booking Right Now (& What Most Events Still Get Wrong)

There’s been a shift in what clients are asking for. Less interest in “just doing something nice”. More focus on: will this actually work? Because most corporate events look good on paper… and then fall flat in the room. People stay with who they know. Hover near the bar. Leave earlier than planned. So here’s what’s working right now, and why.

13 March 2026

Inside My New Website: Real Client Events & Proven Case Studies

The world of corporate entertaining is always changing. But one thing never changes, my clients want something interactive, social and memorable. That shift is exactly why I’ve just launched the new Elizabeth & Wine website, designed to show what these experiences really look like in practice.

4 March 2026

International Women’s Day: The Women Behind the Bottle

Women make extraordinary wine. They always have. What has changed is visibility. This week, I’m inviting you to do something simple: when you pick a bottle, ask who made it. Because behind so wine labels I pour at events are women leading estates, rebuilding vineyards, challenging tradition and quietly outperforming expectations.

19 February 2026

Turning your events from good to great

Working with global firms such as BNY Mellon, Ropes & Gray, Freshfields and Paul Hastings, I see the same pressure point repeatedly. It is not about choosing the right venue, theme or date (vital as all those elements are). It’s about: • building brand reputation in front of clients • ensuring senior partners feel confident hosting • delivering something polished without adding risk • creating the right tone for the firm When you deliver a great event, no one notices the mechanics. This is where I come in.

2025

8 December 2025

Christmas Supermarket Wines to Buy Now + £100 OFF a Dolomites Ski Weekend in Italy!

As a thank you for reading and supporting this newsletter throughout the year, I wanted to share something practical and genuinely useful: my favourite supermarket wines you can buy right now. You’re getting the first look. I’ve picked stand-out bottles from Sainsbury’s, Aldi, and The Wine Society; brilliant wines from £5 to £20, all easy to find, all excellent value.

2 December 2025

Christmas wine confidence now, IWD impact next year, two dates for your diary

I’m delighted to share details of the next Wing Woman Wine Club, Christmas Supermarket Picks on Monday 8th December, plus a striking new venue for International Women’s Day 2026.

31 October 2025

My verdict on No & Low, plus two wine events you’ll want in your diary

My honest take on non-alcoholic wine and what I’ve actually enjoyed So, what are my thoughts after a month of Sober October? Botivo is still, in my view, the best product on the market, I absolutely love it. But this month I also fell for Everleaf, a beautifully made non-alcoholic spirit. My favourite of the range is Marine: bright, coastal and refreshing and when I was at The Avery Bar in the City, I actually ordered it instead of a gin and tonic.

22 October 2025

Christmas Sorted, Three Ways to Wow with Wine

Christmas is coming, and I’ve created three brilliant new Elizabeth & Wine experiences to bring a little sparkle to the season. Whether you’re planning a team celebration, a client thank-you, or just want to avoid another “pub and prosecco” night, these tastings deliver style, substance and plenty of festive cheer. Alongside my Christmas events, there are two special evenings I’m particularly excited about this November.

17 October 2025

Kitchen mistake? The worst place to keep your wine

From storage secrets to Bordeaux brilliance, here’s what’s been happening at Elizabeth & Wine.

7 October 2025

Forget Bounce - try Brunello instead! Let’s level up your events

I’ve noticed more companies booking “experience” venues like Bounce or Flight Club for their corporate events. But is ‘organised fun’ ever really fun? Well, maybe! But, let’s be honest, these spots are probably more suited to hen parties or Friday-night-with-the-girls territory. They never quite deliver the experience you want when entertaining clients.

29 September 2025

Casino tables, supermarket Christmas bottles and IWD 2026

Whether you’re planning a partner conference, Christmas party, or looking ahead to International Women’s Day, wine can be the perfect connector professional, fun, and never predictable. Here’s what I’ve been creating with clients lately.

11 September 2025

September is here, the kids are back in school and we are back to work!

London was buzzing with life last week, offices full and everything carrying that ‘new season’ energy. This week, of course, we’re contending with a tube strike, but I still hope you all had a lovely summer.

8 August 2025

Announcing “The Wing-Woman Wine Club

I have such exciting news for you all, a brand new FREE club, created for you to help you become super confident in any wine scenario! Are you a busy professional working in London who visits restaurants and bars for work or to socialise? Do you worry about the wine list? Struggle with the sommelier? Always pick the same bottle in the supermarket? Then this is the club for you! And the best thing about it - did I mention it’s completely free?!

3 July 2025

Summer’s here, so you should be thinking September events!

Summer has arrived, London’s having a heatwave, holidays in Europe are on the horizon, but before we know it, the autumn event season will be back in full swing!So now is the time to plan ahead with fresh, exciting experiences that will impress even the most senior clients and stakeholders.Always here to help, I’m sharing a new selection of unforgettable food and drink experiences, shining a spotlight on the wines of Roussillon (a southern French region every wine lover needs to know) and a shout out for the fabulous Miss London Concierge for finding venues across the capital.

11 June 2025

New ways to wow your guests. English vineyard days and my one-of-a-kind “casino style” corporate wine tasting

English Wine Week seems to arrive earlier every year! In 2025, it kicks off on 21st June, and with a warm summer forecast, now is the perfect time get out of London with your clients to an English vineyard, sip wines amongst the vines and experience a unique away day with your key customers. The English wine scene is thriving, with vineyards now offering premium hospitality: cellar doors open year-round, superb food, and a warm welcome for visitors.

21 May 2025

This summer it’s all about the experience. No more awkward drinks receptions and long dinners

Summer 2025 is all about experience events to create lasting memories. My exclusive new range of experience are handcrafted by me, so you can rest assured that they will be high-quality and exclusive, you can’t find this anywhere else! E&W experiences are tailor-made for your VIP clients - and teams.

26 March 2025

A new financial year beckons, plus Spring is coming and English Vineyard Trips are back on the menu!

We’re about to enter the new financial year and my corporate clients are busy booking exciting events for April onwards.I’ve been commissioned by my lovely clients for some fabulous events concepts, from private client dinners to blind tastings (can you tell the difference between Champagne and English sparkling wine, or new and old world wines?) to “casino” style events where the guests come to my table to try to guess the price of the wines on offer!

7 March 2025

Welcome to the Latest Elizabeth & Wine Newsletter

I’ve got so much to tell you about, not one but TWO new corporate wine tasting formats, plus find out how I got on while pruning in an English vineyard (spoiler alert: I’ve got a way to go before I match my Mum’s gardening skills!).

19 February 2025

Do you Prefer Champagne or Wine with No Alcohol?

Welcome to my latest newsletter, where we celebrate the elegance of Champagne and sparkling wines on a classic wine tasting experience - or where we take a trip together into the exciting and innovative world of no and low-alcohol wines. There’s so much to discover!

27 January 2025

Love in a bottle, Valentine’s Day wines to try.

Valentine's Day always stirs a particular excitement in me. Find out which six bottles I recommend to celebrate this Valentine’s.

14 January 2025

Imagine your next corporate event: inclusive, unforgettable and effortlessly elegant!

As corporate event planning kicks off in earnest for 2025, let me help you to deliver truly memorable experiences.A key trend reshaping social events is the rise and rise of no and low alcohol beverages, offering everyone a chance to join the fun without compromising on taste or quality. And for those looking to reduce their alcohol intake while maximising quality client time, I have a selection of my favourite wines to try and some premium non-alcoholic champagnes that are a must try at a corporate tasting. These will get tongues wagging!

2024

10 December 2024

Elevate Your Client Events in 2025 with Elizabeth & Wine

Are you planning your firm’s 2025 events? Add a sophisticated, interactive edge with an Elizabeth & Wine pairing experience. Perfect for client dinners or team gatherings, each course is...

15 September 2024

Game On! Try My New “Casino Style” Corporate Wine Tasting Format & Exclusive Venue Reveals

Looking for a fun and interactive game for your team event or Christmas party? I have just the experience for you, my Casino-Style Wine Tasting! This unique and engaging game is ideal for groups...

23 June 2024

Summer Newsletter with Exciting news: Elizabeth & Wine showreel is live!

Welcome to my summer newsletter! Summer is finally here so let’s make the most of this warm weather and enjoy some fabulous summer wines!

29 May 2024

Discover exclusive corporate wine tasting experiences with Elizabeth & Wine this summer!

As we (finally!) can embrace the warmer months and start planning for the autumn event season, I'm super excited to offer two bespoke wine tasting experiences tailored for your corporate clients. Whether you're aiming to add a dash of sophistication to your summer events or to celebrate cultural diversity during Black History Month in October, Elizabeth & Wine is here to supercharge your corporate gatherings.

2 May 2024

Looking forward to summer with Elizabeth & Wine

The sun is finally shining in London! I recently hosted an engaging wine dinner at EY’s London offices recently for twenty guests and they loved it. But when the office just won’t do, I’m always available to propose new venues and themes to make your next wine tasting an unforgettable experience. Would you like to book a wine tasting experience with me?

27 March 2024

Your Ultimate Easter Wine Guide Is Here!

Easter's just around the corner, and it's time to uncork and unwind! I love sharing my Easter wine picks with you - guaranteed to make your long weekend extra special without breaking the bank. I will be opening these wines with my friends and family this weekend, so watch out for stories on my Instagram (@elizabethwinegirl), and thanks for following me and for reading!

21 March 2024

Empowering women through wine. Discover our #IWD2024 event success.

March is my favourite month of the year as it's Women's History Month! I want to share with you what a couple of clients have said about my #IWD2024 events.

8 March 2024

International Women’s Day - Wine Made by Women

International Women’s Day 2024 and Mother’s Day are falling at the same time this year and therefore I’m shining a light on wines made by women that will make perfect gifts for your Mum on Sunday...

8 February 2024

2024 is shaping up... Plan your next wine event with Elizabeth & Wine

The business calendar for 2024 is taking shape, and that means opportunities to get that all-important face time with your key clients. I hope you don’t mind me jotting down a few ideas here for your conversations.

22 January 2024

International Women’s Day, are you ready?⭐

Did you see the ‘powerful women’ selfie by Moira Forbes at Davos? I first saw it on EY’s Instagram account and I found it such an inspiring image! Women have made so much progress in terms of equality and recognition, but there is still so much more to do!The selfie got me thinking about International Women’s Day 2024, always a busy time of year in the corporate world. This year IWD is all about Inspiring inclusion to celebrate the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women.If you haven’t yet booked your IWD event for 2024, don’t worry, I’ve got you! I have created a unique, original wine event theme specifically designed to inspire inclusivity. My wine events are designed with women’s networks, City and corporate audiences and in mind - so you can trust me to deliver an outstanding event for you. Elizabeth & Wine works with top City firms across a range of sectors to deliver unforgettable events for International Women’s Day, so don’t delay, get in touch today!

2023

30 November 2023

Looking ahead to 2024 and my Christmas wine choices!

As most of us gear up for the festive season, many clients are already looking at their events programmes for Q1 2024. Lots of companies now hold their staff party in January, if that includes you why not get in touch, and we can get you booked in! For groups up to 40 people I’ll share my trade secrets on the best wines for under £10 and under £20 from a range of supermarkets as well as gift/special bottles of wine from £25-£50. For just £2,249 you get four handpicked wines plus a free upgrade to include sparkling wine on arrival, free glassware, free cheese board, crackers and crisps. Or if it’s about getting in front of customers why not book an event with your clients to kick the year off. My latest exciting venues include:

20 November 2023

What are you doing for International Women's Day March 2024?

International Women's Day (Friday 8th March 2024) celebrates the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. The aim of the 2024 #InspireInclusion campaign is to collectively forge a more inclusive world for women. For #IWD2024, I have created a unique wine event theme specifically designed to inspire inclusivity.

30 October 2023

Autumn Wines & Festive Preparations

Autumn is a wonderful time for wine as we move away from the light crisp wines of summer to the fuller-bodied bottles that suit the colder weather. My autumn has been was filled with wines from around the world, including some old friends and some new bottles being tasted for the very first time!

30 October 2023

Hello Autumn - What a time for the world of food and wine!

It’s autumn and what a time for the food and wine world, to me this time of year always feels like Nature’s larder opens up with a fresh new set of ingredients to play with. Yes, it may be a little wetter than we’d like but I love the crisp mornings and cool evenings. On the stove you can feel the change of seasons: the jars of beans and lentils have come down from the larder shelf; there is meat cooking on the bones and for those of you that love them, it’s truffle time of year! So, what does all this mean for your wine choices? Well, for reds it’s going to be those velvety Italian numbers, Barbera and Dolcetto, or perhaps a fresh and herby cabernet franc to go with game dishes, stews or braises. And for the whites, put down those zingy summer sips and embrace the words ‘oak aged’ on the label for this time of year. Here, I’m thinking of grape varieties such as chardonnay, semillon, marsanne, fiano and perhaps chenin blanc (the northern Rhône has some fabulous examples, as do South Africa and Australia). These whites have a full texture, plenty of weight and offer a rich mouthfeel. Perfect for the shorter days and cooler weather.

3 October 2023

Why Rosé is the Perfect Autumn Wine & Other Exciting News from Elizabeth & Wine

Most people think rosé is solely a summer wine, but it’s not! I’m here to tell you that rosé can be a fabulous option as the seasons turn cooler. Forget sticking to the familiar pale pink Provençal style; last month I ventured into wilder territory with a ‘Rosé Szn’, think rosé with a splash of jalapeño! Plus find out why an old stager, Mateus Rosé, with its distinctive bottle shape, has been reinvented as the perfect partner for Indian food! Yup, you heard right.

6 September 2023

Summer Vino Vibes! My top picks that you just can't miss!

Want to know which wines lit up my world this summer? From hidden gems to time-honoured classics, I've compiled a list of twenty bottles that have truly enriched my summer, even when the weather wasn’t playing ball! Have you experienced the unique flavours and aromas of any of these wines before? If so I'd absolutely love to hear your thoughts, impressions, or even your own summer wine recommendations. As we approach the end of another wonderful summer filled with wine adventures and discoveries, let’s raise a glass to the fabulous bottles that have brought sunshine and sparkle into our lives!

23 August 2023

Discover your next favourite wine: August summer holiday wines Red, White, Sparkling & Non-Alcoholic

Your personal wine guide is back, bringing you a hand-picked selection of wines that have tickled my palate recently. Whether you were part of the #DryJuly brigade or whether you’ve spent the last month enjoying some lovely summer wines, I've got something to tease every taste bud for August. From English sparkling gems to an invigorating German Riesling, I'm here to take you on an exhilarating wine journey you won't forget!Plus - why not join me in September for a day out to an English vineyard with your clients or friends? Click here to learn more.So let's dive in and explore the wines I pick to enjoy this sunny August - and if you've tried any of these already, I'd love to hear your thoughts!

12 July 2023

Toast to Summer June's Handpicked Wines Unveiled!

Get ready to go shopping and raise your glasses to an extraordinary summer with my debut edition of "June's Handpicked Wines". As we embark on this exciting wine journey, I'll unveil a selection of great wines destined for your fridge that will make your taste buds dance. From vibrant whites that refresh like a cool breeze to luscious reds which embody the warmth of the sun and some brilliant English sparkling wines, all of these bottles have been selected by me to enhance your summer sipping experience.

2 June 2023

New Venues! Discover the ultimate venues for your next corporate private dining event

I’ve been busy adding some absolutely fabulous new handpicked venues for you to host your next client networking event. So don’t delay - check them out below and let’s get a wonderful wine tasting booked in to give you that all-important quality face time with clients before the summer holidays!

6 April 2023

Happy April! I've got lots of lovely wines to tell you about!

It’s Spring lamb time (I know this because my husband has filled our freezer with meat!) and the season is underway for fresh salads and fruit rather than the earthy vegetables and rich stews of...

7 March 2023

Spring is coming! Get booking your spring & summer events.

Although it’s still cold outside, the days are getting longer and spring is just around the corner! Spring and summer is time for those light crisp wines and delicate roses - but with so many...

9 February 2023

International Women's Day, Wine Trips, Event Management & Wine of the Moment

International Women’s Day What are you doing to #EmbraceEquity this year? If you haven’t yet planned your IWD networking event, never fear, there’s still time! Picture an event concept where we...

2022

12 December 2022

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