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? Hong Kong Tourism Board What? Head to Hong Kong for the ultimate gourmet extravaganza, the Wine and Dine Festival. There will be a mix of local and international culinary creations with a focus on food and wine matching. There will also be a premium tasting room for guests to get to grips with fine wines. Tickets are priced at HK$30. When? 31st October to 3rd November Where? Central Harbourfront, Hong Kong How? For more information, see www.discoverhongkong.com Fly via British Airways
Who? Sake No Hana What? To celebrate spring and the cherry blossom season, Japanese restaurant Sake No Hana has turned its bar into a pop-up cherry blossom garden entitled Sukura at Sake No Hana. Guests can enjoy cherry-themed cocktails and teas, surrounded by cherry blossoms, as well as sukura inspired bento boxes and desserts. At lunch on the 26th of April, guests can also take part in Kagami Biraki where sake barrels and broken with a wooden mallet and sake is served in the traditional way. When? Available now until 19th May Where? 23 St. James’s Street, London SW1A 1HA How? For more information and to book, visit sakenohana.com
Who? Grand Hotel Portovenere What? Cinque Terre might be the best known sight of Liguria but Portovenere has its understated charm. At the heart of the town, with tranquil views of the harbour, is Grand Hotel Portovenere. It’s a literal stone throw from the pebbled paths of the old town, an easy journey by day. And at night, it’s the perfect place to look out onto the harbour lights. When? Open year round Where? Via Giuseppe Garibaldi, 5, 19025 Portovenere SP, Italy How? For more information and to book, see www.portovenerehotel.it Ten photos from Grand Hotel Portovenere Fly via British Airways
Who? Hotel Xenia What? Lovers of wholesome Italian food should head to Hotel Xenia for their new guest chef series. The special suppers pop-up every six weeks and will feature Luca Collami (Liguria), Andrea Incerti (Emilia, Romagna), Donato Episcopo (Veneto), Paolo Barrale (Campania) and Stefano Masanti (Lombardia) in the coming months. Priced at £65 for five courses and welcome aperitif. When? Various dates available Where? Hotel Xenia London, 160 Cromwell Road, London SW5 OTL How? For more information, see www.hotelxenia.co.uk
Who? One Leicester Street What? One Leicester Street, the hotel on the former site of St John Hotel, has recently opened. The hotel features just 15 design focussed rooms. The food in the hotel restaurant continues to be looked after by Tom Harris, previously head chef at the Michelin-starred St John Hotel. Room rates from £150 per night. When? Open now Where? One Leicester Street, London WC2H 7BL How? Visit www.oneleicesterstreet.com for more information
Who? Parc de la Villette What? There’s nothing quite so chic and Parisian as an outdoor cinema in the park in the summer. That’s why Parc de la Villette will once again hold its “cinema en plein air”. A range of films will be shown, from the classic to the very modern. Admission is free but arrive early for the best seats. When? 24th July to 28th August Where? Parc de la Villette, Paris, France How? Visit www.villette.com for more information Fly via KLM
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