Celebrating 25 years of Saxon Wine road

Dr. Elinor Garely- August 18, 2017

850 years ago, the first vineyard was cultivated in the Elbland. The Saxon Wine Route is much younger and celebrates its 25th anniversary. In the ... Read More

Thailand Live Gastronomy festival to boost culinary tourism in the Kingdom

Dr. Elinor Garely- August 17, 2017

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is organizing the ‘Thailand Live Gastronomy’ festival as part of the strategies to put greater emphasis on Gastronomy Tourism, ... Read More

Anson: Are these rare grapes the future of Roussillon?

wines- August 17, 2017

Jane Anson uncovers some long-lost gems in this tiny corner of southern France, near the Spanish border. Vineyards near to Collioure in Roussillon. Credit: Zoonar ... Read More

The Balkans targets growing Indian outbound market

Dr. Elinor Garely- August 16, 2017

The Balkans is the latest European region to target the growing Indian outbound market. Bulgaria, Serbia and Macedonia, each with their own unique attractions, have ... Read More

Duckhorn buys California Pinot maker Calera

wines- August 16, 2017

Duckhorn has acquired fellow California estate Calera, one of the most acclaimed producers of Pinot Noir in the region. Calera's Jensen vineyard in Mt Harlan ... Read More

Trump name-drops Virginia winery but exaggerates size

wines- August 16, 2017

President Donald Trump name-dropped the Virginia winery that he acquired in 2011 during a press conference on white supremacist violence in the state - but ... Read More

Dresden’s culinary stars

Dr. Elinor Garely- August 15, 2017

Dresden’s cuisine offers a huge variety and awarded restaurants. For several years, Dresden has been offering the Michelin-starred restaurants Bean&Beluga, Caroussel, and Elements. Now a ... Read More

Corinthia Hotel London’s Northall Restaurant announces new Head Chef Ewan Simpson

Dr. Elinor Garely- August 15, 2017

Corinthia Hotel London’s Northall restaurant, famed for its Best in British menu, has a new Head Chef at the helm. Ewan Simpson, fresh from his two-year ... Read More

Corinthia Hotel London’s Northall Restaurant announces new Executive Head Chef Ewan Simpson

Dr. Elinor Garely- August 15, 2017

Corinthia Hotel London’s Northall restaurant, famed for its Best in British menu, has a new Executive Chef at the helm. Ewan Simpson, fresh from his ... Read More

Travel inspiration: 8 of the best Italy wine holidays

wines- August 15, 2017

From tuition and tastings in Puglia to epicurean treats in Montalcino - here are some of the best Italian wine holidays to give you inspiration ... Read More

How your brain makes higher priced wine taste better – study

wines- August 15, 2017

New research has shed light on how the brain is wired to rate a higher priced wine as better than one with a cheaper price ... Read More

Wine could help solve writer’s block, says study

wines- August 15, 2017

A glass of wine or a pint of beer can help your creative juices flowing, suggests research from Austria. Making notes was no problem after ... Read More

How good is the Game of Thrones wine?

wines- August 14, 2017

To celebrate the seventh season of Game of Thrones, we've tasted the show's official red wine released by the HBO network. See our rating below... ... Read More

Jefford: The Guerrilla Guide to Wine – Part Two

wines- August 14, 2017

Read the second chapter of Andrew Jefford’s four-part August wine series ... for absolute beginners. This week, it's the guerrilla guide to making wine. Andrew ... Read More

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Dr. Elinor Garely- August 13, 2017

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Godfather Of Custom B777: Matthew D. Upchurch

Dr. Elinor Garely- August 13, 2017

Crystal AirCruises’ fully custom, gorgeously appointed Boeing 777, was christened Crystal Skye at an event at McCarran International Airport in Las Vegas, Nevada. Presiding over ... Read More

Wines of Sonoma visit New York City

Dr. Elinor Garely- August 12, 2017

Wine is more than a delicious drink that enhances our mood, improves the dining experience (from pizza and burgers to venison and lobster) and helps ... Read More

Wine and charcuterie pairing

wines- August 12, 2017

With salt, fat and spice, there are plenty of flavours to consider when finding a wine to go with your charcuterie board. We get the ... Read More

Prefer Pinot to Cabernet? Maybe it’s in your wine DNA…

wines- August 11, 2017

A new app called Vinome claims to use DNA testing to help you understand your wine preferences. Credit: Alamy Stock Photo / sataporn jiwjalaen Credit: ... Read More

UK: Police uncover million-pound wine investment scam

wines- August 11, 2017

London police have arrested three people suspected of conning potential fine wine investors out of at least £1 million. City of London Police arrested three ... Read More

China to show leadership in tourism in times of uncertainty

Dr. Elinor Garely- August 11, 2017

The center of World Tourism, the Center of Dialogue amongst people and cultures, and the Center for World Peace will be in Chengdu, China in ... Read More

Wine and dementia: Studies clash on health benefits

wines- August 10, 2017

Fresh research from California suggests that moderate wine drinking could help prevent dementia, but a University of Oxford-led study says evidence is weak and highlights ... Read More

Dubai bakery bakes largest and most expensive cake in the world for India

Dr. Elinor Garely- August 10, 2017

Ot the request of a client in Dubai, the cake artists at Broadway Bakery have created the world’s most expensive edible cake to help celebrate the Indian Independence Day. ... Read More

Anson: South Australia’s wine pioneer

wines- August 10, 2017

In a relatively new region... Ruckus Estate Credit: Ruckus Estate Instagram This article first appeared in Decanter magazine’s July 2017 issue. Anson: South Australia’s wine pioneer ... Read More

Prosecco doughnuts: The latest wine flavoured trend?

wines- August 9, 2017

New Yorkers can celebrate National Prosecco Day enjoying Prosecco infused doughnuts. The Prosecco Doughnuts will be available for World Prosecco Day. Credit: The Doughnut Project ... Read More

Funniest moments on the job – from the sommeliers

wines- August 9, 2017

No day is the same when you're a sommelier. We find out some of the funniest moments on the job from sommeliers... 28-50 wine bar ... Read More

Argentina’s Mendoza to host 2nd UNWTO Global Conference on Wine Tourism

Dr. Elinor Garely- August 8, 2017

World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the Ministry of Tourism of Argentina are pleased announce that the 2nd UNWTO Global Conference on Wine Tourism will take ... Read More

Napa wine harvest gets underway in ‘frisky’ year

wines- August 8, 2017

Sparkling wine producers in California's Napa Valley have started the 2017 wine harvest, giving thanks for a relatively untroubled growing season compared to many wineries ... Read More

Best wines for a barbecue

wines- August 8, 2017

They can match a multitude of foods, are easy to find, in-expensive, can be chilled yet with enough punch to push through any food that ... Read More

Fraud charge for New Zealand wine company

wines- August 8, 2017

New Zealand government officials have accused Southern Boundary Wines, alongside two former directors and a winemaker, of mislabelling Pinot Noir and Sauvignon Blanc wines destined ... Read More