Design pick: yo-yo tea set from Bodum
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Design pick: yo-yo tea set from Bodum

Who? Bodum What? As purveyors of great tea, we love this yo-yo tea set from Bodum. Made for single-serve loose leaf tea, it’s the perfect way to enjoy great tea for one. The strainer keeps back the leaves after brewing while the lid keeps your drink warm. Now there’s no need to make a whole pot just for one. Priced at £12. When? Available now Where? Available online from Habitat How? Buy now from Habitat

Golf, wine and gastronomy at Château les Merles
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Golf, wine and gastronomy at Château les Merles

Who? Château les Merles What? For a short break that combines golf, wine and gastronomy, Château les Merles is the perfect pit stop. Nestled in the middle of the Bergerac wine region, it’s also close to the truffle and foie gras producers of Périgueux. Thrown into the mix is a nine hole golf course that’s ready to test your shot. What could be better? When? Open year round Where? 3 Chemin des Merles, 24520 Mouleydier, France How? For more information, see www.lesmerles.com Ten photos from Château les Merles Fly via British Airways

Smirnoff launches Smirnoff White for travellers
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Smirnoff launches Smirnoff White for travellers

Who? Smirnoff What? Vodka giants Smirnoff have recently announced the launch of a new super-premium vodka, the Smirnoff White, which will be available exclusively for travellers. The new product has been freeze filtered at -6°C which they say gives it an even smoother taste. Priced at £21 for 1L. When? Available now Where? At duty-free pop-up Smirnoff counters globally How? For more information, see www.smirnoff.com

Gastronomy in port-town at The Yeatman
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Gastronomy in port-town at The Yeatman

Who? The Yeatman What? Portuguese food is often known for its simplicity but at the Michelin-starred restaurant at The Yeatman Hotel this translates to something more gastronomic. For a restaurant in a city that’s entrenched in wine, port to be exactly, the menu is never very far from that connection. That’s perhaps why it’s the perfect place to learn about wines with a menu made to match. When? Open year round with set dates for wine dinners Where? The Yeatman Hotel, Rua do Choupelo, (Santa Marinha), Vila Nova de Gaia, Porto 4400-088, Portugal How? For more information, see www.the-yeatman-hotel.com Fly via TAP Portugal

Ruinart Rosé Salon 1764 at The Goring
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Ruinart Rosé Salon 1764 at The Goring

Who? Ruinart Champagne What? To celebrate the 250th anniversary of the first Rosé Champagne, Ruinart are launching the Ruinart Rosé Salon 1764 – a pop-up Champagne bar. Guests will be able to learn about the history and heritage of the Ruinart Rosé while sampling their Champagne. There will be vials of scents for guests to familiarise themselves with the notes in the Ruinart Rosé as well as an artist who will draw 18th Century style portraits for the guests to take away. When? From 12th June until 3rd July Where? The Goring, Beeston Place, London SW1W 0JW How? For more information, see www.thegoring.com

Drinks pick: Islay Collection 2007 from The Whisky Exchange

Drinks pick: Islay Collection 2007 from The Whisky Exchange

Who? The Whisky Exchange What? Forgot it’s Father’s Day and need a last minute gift? We’ve got just the thing for you – the Islay Collection 2007 from The Whisky Exchange. Inside this little taster pack you’ll find quarter bottles of Caol Ila 12 yrs, Caol Ila 18 yrs, Lagavulin 12 yrs (bottled 2007, cask strength), Lagavulin 16 yrs and Port Ellen 7th release. A perfect little taster pack. Priced at £250. When? Available now Where? Available online from The Whisky Exchange How? Buy now from The Whisky Exchange