Who? Godiva chocolates
What? For this year’s Christmas season the Belgian chocolatiers have released a Royal Swarovski Box. The box contains over 60 assorted pieces of Godiva’s signature chocolates, all housed in a beautiful suede box adorned with a Godiva emblem created from Swarovski crystals. Priced at £150.
When? Available now
Where? Godiva boutiques and godiva.be
How? Purchase in store or online
Who? Lavazza What? Prepare for the culinary year ahead with the 2014 Lavazza calendar. With a theme of Inspiring Chefs, the new edition is filled with images of the world’s best chefs captured by photographer Martin Schoeller. Inside, you will find the likes of Ferran Adria, Massimo Bottura and Michel Bras. When? Available now Where? Unless you’re among the lucky few to be given one, it’s available here: calendar2014.lavazza.com How? For more information, see website
Who? Marks & Spencer What? Sometimes all that’s between food at home and food in a restaurant is great plates. That’s why we love this spring meadow platter from Marks & Spencer. Don’t think the floral design makes a too-delicate-to-use plate, though, as this earthenware plate is dishwasher and microwave safe. Now, who’s cooking dinner? Priced at £15. When? Available now Where? Available online from Marks & Spencer How? Buy now from Marks & Spencer
Who? Wine & Spirit Education Trust What? The Wine & Spirit Education Trust is hosting “Twelve Wines of Christmas” tasting event to prepare for the festive season. Guests will sample 12 festive wines, paired with traditional seasonal foods such as smoked salmon, turkey and cheese. Tickets are priced at £30. When? 6.30pm to 8.30pm, 27th November Where? Wine & Spirit Education Trust, International Wine & Spirit Centre, 39-45 Bermondsey Street, London SE1 3XF How? To book tickets, please email courses@wset.co.uk or visit www.wsetglobal.com/london_school_courses
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
Who? Galvin at Windows What? After seven years overlooking the capital in London’s plush Mayfair, Galvin at Windows still has one of the best views in the city. Showing no sign of tiredness as the Michelin-starred restaurant and bar had a £500K revamp that finished last year. But of course, it’s the food that you really visit the restaurant for. Seasonal, classic and always offering plenty of choice on the 28th floor. Just like the view. When? Open year round Where? 22 Park Lane, London, United Kingdom W1K 1BE How? For more information, see www.galvinatwindows.com
Who? Sonny’s Kitchen What? Since Phil Howard of the two Michelin-starred The Square took over Sonny’s Kitchen, the team has been slowly breathing life back into this Barnes favourite. Gone are the plates of boring vegetables. Instead, you will find foie gras and chicken liver parfait, wild mushroom croustillant and roasted stone bass. But, there’s nothing stuffy about the place and it’s still a local mainstay. When? Open now Where? 94 Church Rd, Barnes, London SW13 0DQ How? For reservations call 0208 7480 393
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