The Whip by Max Lacome-Shaw

The Whip over The Running Horse

Who? The Whip What? The Whip, the new cocktail bar over Mayfair’s oldest pub, The Running Horse, will soon be home to London’s julep revival. The recently opened equestrian themed bar, brain child of James Chase and Dominic Jacobs, will be serving up a selection of juleps in pewter tins as well as regular changing bar bites. When? Open now Where? 50 Davies Street, Mayfair, London W1K 5JE How? For more information, visit www.therunninghorselondon.co.uk

Louis XIII and cigars – a match made at The Wellesley

Louis XIII and cigars – a match made at The Wellesley

Who? The Wellesley Hotel What? Enjoy one of life’s most decadent pairings – Louis XIII and cigars at The Wellesley Hotel. As one of the few places in London which stocks the rare cognac, The Wellesley Hotel is also one of the few places with a seriously impressive cigar collection. Ask the resident cigar expert, Giuseppe Ruo, to find your perfect match. When? Available now Where? 11 Knightsbridge, London SW1X 7LY How? For more information, visit www.thewellesley.co.uk

Hide out at the Park Hotel

Hide out at the Park Hotel

Who? Park Hotel What? Hide out at the Park Hotel, a peaceful solace at the heart of pedestrian Den Haag. It’s a stone’s throw from the Royal Palace, shops and cafés but also boasts its own sunny courtyard where you can relax to the sound of birds chirping. There’s a quirky array of boutique-style rooms too. An unexpected oasis. When? Open year round Where? Molenstraat 53, 2513 BJ Den Haag, Netherlands How? For more information, see www.parkhoteldenhaag.nl Ten photos from Park Hotel Fly via British Airways

Crossing borders at Riberach

Crossing borders at Riberach

Who? La Coopérative at Riberach Hotel What? With almost nothing around for miles except vineyards, Riberach is surely one hotel restaurant that focuses on wine. While the wine list is considered, the food is equally refined. With a focus on local produce, the well structured French fare also takes influences from nearby Basque country. Relatively unknown right now, it’s certainly one to watch. When? Open year round Where? 2a, Route de Caladroy, 66720 Belesta, France How? For more information, see www.riberach.com Fly via Air France

The Basque tale at Arzak

The Basque tale at Arzak

Who? Arzak What? The food at Arzak is surprisingly playful and yet somehow a timeless classic. The colours are bold and contrasting while the flavours are familiar and thought provoking. The three Michelin-starred restaurant is a dynasty and a legend in its own right. It’s easy to see why when tales of Basque are told, with great skill, on the plate. When? Tuesday to Saturday, year round Where? Avenida del Alcalde José Elosegi, 273, 20015 Donostia-San Sebastián, Spain How? For more information, visit www.arzak.info Fly via British Airways

Inventing Wine by Paul Lukacs
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Inventing Wine by Paul Lukacs

Who? Paul Lukacs What? At times, we can get a little bogged down with what a wine tastes like and how it smells. What we’ve neglected, often, is to find out a wine’s story. Paul Lukacs’ Inventing Wine is not just telling the story of one wine but all wines. It takes the reader through a journey of wine from history to today – a must if you want to know about more than just wine. When? Available now Where? Available in store and online How? Purchase at Amazon