Who? Opium, Chinatown
What? Head to Opium in Chinatown for decadent cocktails and dim sum in its hidden from view parlours. Styled in the fashion of old-time opium dens, Opium is the latest bar from industry giants Dre Masso and Eric Yu. The dim sum list is short but the cocktail menu more than makes up for it.
When? Open now
Where? 15-16 Gerrard St London W1D 6JA
How? Visit opiumchinatown.com for more information
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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
Who? Mele e Pere What? Italian trattoria Mele e Pere are now offering regular vermouth evenings where guests can sample a variety of vermouth and vermouth cocktails as well as learn to make the fortified drink. Guests will get to explore the ingredients in a classic vermouth as well as try their hand at making some of their own. Masterclasses are £15 and includes nibbles at the bar. When? Monthly Where? 46 Brewer St, Soho, London W1F 9TF How? Visit www.meleepere.co.uk for more information
Who? Caro Feely What? Owning a vineyard might be the dream of many but few make it financially viable. Saving Our Skin is the story of Sean and Caro Feely trying to create an organic vineyard in the South of France. As well as building the vineyard of their dreams, the book is about finding a new life in a new country and all the struggles that come with it. When? Available now Where? Available online and in store How? Buy now from Amazon
Who? Riberach, Belesta What? Head to Belesta to stay at the converted winery hotel, Riberach. Nestled in the very heart of Languedoc-Roussillon’s wine region, Riberach boasts rooms that were previously fermentation tanks, a gastronomic restaurant and a working winery. And to boost its eco-credentials, the entire hotel, restaurant and winery is temperature moderated with geo-thermal energy. When? Open year round Where? 2a, Route de Caladroy, 66720 Belesta, France How? For more information, see www.riberach.com Ten photos from Riberach Fly via Air France
Who? Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) What? To coincide with English Wine Week, the WSET will again run their English Wine Tasting. Led by Julia Trustram-Eve from English Wine Producers, the evening will include a tutored tasting of English wines. You’ll get to learn about different producers, styles and trends. Priced at £35. When? 6.30pm to 8.30pm, 30th May Where? WSET, 39-45 Bermondsey Street, London SE1 3XF How? Book online at www.wsetschool.com/which-course/evening-tasting
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