Who? Gourmet Abu Dhabi
What? The 5th Gourmet Abu Dhabi returns to the city again this year. As one of the biggest food festivals in the UAE, it focuses on haute cuisine. There will be chef demonstrations, gourmet dinners, and themed events set around the city. Ticket prices vary according to events.
When? 5th to 20th February
Where? In various locations around Abu Dhabi
How? For more information, visit www.gourmetabudhabi.ae
Who? Crafty Camping What? Head to West Dorset for glamping with a difference. As well as hand built luxury yurts, complete with ensuite bathrooms and wifi, guests can also take part in various woodland workshops. You can spend five days making a chair from a tree but you can also do two hour tasters. Oh yes, and it’s adults only. Bliss. When? Open year round except holidays Where? Opposite – Higher Holditch Farm, Yonder Hill, Holditch, West Dorset TA20 4NL How? For more information, see www.mallinson.co.uk
Who? Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa What? For this festive season, Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa will be decked with Baccarat and its lobby, the Orangerie and the Acquart Passage will be transformed into a crystal wonderland. There will be a giant Christmas tree dressed by Baccarat, crystal adorned Christmas cakes and of course crystal chandeliers. Superior rooms start from €290 per night, includes breakfast. When? Now until 6th January 2013 Where? 2-5 Place de la Comédie, 33000 Bordeaux, France How? To book, visit www.ghbordeaux.com/uk/ Fly via KLM
Who? Van Tran and Anh Vu What? Van Tran and Anh Vu had previously worked in finance before turning their hand to street food at Broadway Market in East London. Their new book, The Vietnamese Market Cookbook, captures the essence and flavours of market cooking both in London and Vietnam and is filled with ideas for tasty treats. When? Available now Where? Available online and in store How? Buy now from Amazon
Who? British Airways What? British Airways’ offer of flights and two nights hotel stay is perfect for a weekend break. That’s why we’re so pleased to share that it’s back. What’s even better is that you could book for one, two or three weekend’s time. Prices from £139 per person. When? Available now Where? Available to book online How? Book now at British Airways
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
Who? Hokitika Wildfood Festival What? Try some interesting and weird food at New Zealand’s Honkita Wildfoods Festival. As well as celebrating the wild foods around the region, the festival also offers guests the opportunity to try foods such as wasp larvae ice cream. There will also be live music and other entertainment. Ticket prices vary according to events. When? 9th to 13th March Where? Hokitika, New Zealand 7810 How? For more information, visit www.wildfoods.co.nz
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