Alain Ducasse opens new restaurant at Byblos, St Tropez

Alain Ducasse opens new restaurant at Byblos, St Tropez

Who? Alain Ducasse at Rivea, Byblos What? Recent winner of the Lifetime Achievement Award at World’s 50 Best Restaurants Awards Alain Ducasse has opened his latest restaurant – Rivea at Byblos Hotel in St Tropez. The new restaurant will replace Ducasse’s previous restaurant at the hotel but will still serve up his signature Mediterranean dishes. When? Open now Where? Hôtel Byblos, Avenue Maréchal Foch, 83990 Saint-Tropez, France How? Visit www.byblos.com for more information Fly via Brussels Airlines

World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2013 announced

World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2013 announced

Who? World’s 50 Best Restaurants What? World’s 50 Best Restaurants, sponsored by San Pellegrino and Acqua Panna and organised by UK-based Restaurant Magazine, has last night announced the world’s best restaurants for 2013. The award is now in its 11th year, with restaurants voted for by over 900 chairs and judges around the world. When? The results are available now Where? Full list available to view online at www.theworlds50best.com How? Visit website for more information

Social cooking at Aveqia

Social cooking at Aveqia

Who? Aveqia What? Cookery school newcomer is all about connecting people through cooking where instead of cooking individually, it’s all about cooking as a team. The company’s origins are in Sweden where owner, chef and entrepreneur David Berggren had once cooked for the Queen of Sweden. As such, every dish you cook has a Scandinavian take on things. With four courses and plenty of wine, there’s lots to get you talking. When? Open now Where? 2 St. Bride Street London EC4A 4AD How? Visit www.aveqia.co.uk for more information Ten photos from Aveqia

Noosa Food and Wine Festival reaches 10

Noosa Food and Wine Festival reaches 10

Who? Noosa Food and Wine Festival What? The Noosa Food and Wine Festival is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year and the line-up is a stunning array of Australia’s best talents alongside some world renowned chefs. There will be around 50 separate events during the four day celebration, including local food trails, gourmet dinners, expert talks, wine tastings, cooking competitions and chef demonstrations. When? 16th to 19th May Where? Lions Park, Noosa Heads QLD 4567 Australia How? Visit www.noosafoodandwine.com.au for more information Fly via KLM

Barcelona’s La Boqueria is coming to London

Barcelona’s La Boqueria is coming to London

Who? Campo Viejo What? Spanish wine brand Campo Viejo will be bringing Barcelona’s iconic food market La Boqueria to London through its “Streets of Spain” festival. There will be stallholders from La Boqueria as well as wine masterclasses and a pop up restaurant each night led by Michelin-starred Spanish chef, Angel Pascual. When? 3rd – 6th May Where? Southbank, near Royal Festival Hall and Queen Elizabeth Hall, London How? Visit www.streetsofspain.com for more information

The Port House on the Strand
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The Port House on the Strand

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