Who? Hugh Johnson and Jancis Robinson
What? The World Atlas of Wine by Hugh Johnson and Jancis Robinson is really an iconic wine book. The latest, and seventh, edition is completely revised. It includes never-before featured regions such as Ningxia in China as well as 25 new specially commissioned maps. Available as an ebook (£19.99) and hardback (£40).
When? Available now
Where? Available in store and online
How? Purchase at Amazon
Who? Hotel Monte Mulini What? To coincide with the wine harvest and truffle season, Hotel Monte Mulini has launched a “Wine Roads of Istria” package. The package includes two night’s accommodation with breakfast, half-day guided food and wine excursion with tastings at two wineries and a four-course dinner at The Wine Vault for two. Prices start from €870 for two people. When? Until 2nd November 2013 Where? A. Smareglia bb, 52210, Rovinj, Croatia How? For more information, see www.montemulinihotel.com Fly via Lufthansa
Who? The Port House What? The Port House, the tapas restaurant and bar that’s part of the Porterhouse Group in Ireland, has now opened in London. The focus is on Spanish and Portuguese food and wine. As well as fine ports and sherries, The Port House will also be offering a large selection of cava, wines and gins. When? Open now Where? 417 Strand, Covent Garden, London, WC2R 0PD How? For more information, visit porthouse.ie
Who? Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) What? Following the resounding success of the inaugural WSET Gin Ramble, the event returns again for mark two. The new and improved tour will include a trip to Sipsmiths, lunch at former gin palace Princess Victoria and gin cocktail masterclass. Priced at £125. When? 27th September Where? Tour starts at WSET, 39-45 Bermondsey Street, London SE1 3XF How? Book by calling 020 7089 3841
Who? Fondation Pierre Bergé – Yves Saint Laurent What? The Fondation Pierre Bergé – Yves Saint Laurent has organised a new exhibition of the designer’s work in collaboration with ING Cultural Centre. The collection will include Haute Couture as well as Ready-to-Wear pieces. There will also be rare sketches, production drawings, patterns, client files, embroidery samples, magazines, and press articles from the archives. When? 30th January to 5th May Where? ING Cultural Centre, Mont des Arts/Place Royale 6, B-1000 Brussels, Belgium How? For more information, please visit www.fondation-pb-ysl.net Fly via Brussels Airlines
Who? The Bar With No Name What? Cocktail maestro Tony Conigliaro has recently unveiled his latest inventions at The Bar With No Name, all created in his new drinks lab. New on the menu include Terroir, a distillate created from clay, flint and lichen which is served straight from the bottle. Cocktails are £9 each. When? Available now Where? 69 Colebrooke Row, London N1 8AA How? Visit 69colebrookerow.com for more information
Who? Museu Picasso What? Head to Barcelona for the special Picasso exhibition at Museu Picasso. The museum celebrates its 50 years in Barcelona with even more Picasso artwork and activities relating to the artist. There will also be drawing workshops to help you explore your inner artist. Ticket prices vary. When? Now until 1st September Where? Museu Picasso of Barcelona, Montcada 15-23, 08003 Barcelona, Spain How? Visit www.bcn.cat/museupicasso for more information Fly via KLM
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