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? 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? The Yeatman What? The Yeatman Hotel in Porto, Portugal, will be hosting some of Europe’s top Michelin-starred chefs at its one Michelin-starred restaurant as part of Route of the Stars in the Algarve. Led by head chef Ricardo Costa, the chefs will cook alongside each other to create different tasting menus over three nights. Prices start from €95 per person. When? 18th to 20th April Where? Rua do Choupelo, 4400-088 Vila Nova de Gaia, Porto, Portugal How? For more information visit www.the-yeatman-hotel.com Fly via KLM
Who? Mountain Kingdoms What? Specialist tour operators Mountain Kingdoms have recently unveiled a new tour to Northern Burma. Titled “Phongun Razi and the Burmese Ice Mountains”, the 20 day tour will give you the opportunity to explore this remote region on foot to scale the icy peaks of Phongun Razi. Prices start from £3,595, inclusive of flights. When? Various dates available Where? Departure by arrangement. How? For more information, see www.mountainkingdoms.com
Who? Mont Rochelle What? To celebrate the Franschhoek Cap Classique and Champagne Festival, Mont Rochelle, a working winery and hotel, has created the perfect bubbly package. As well as accommodation and breakfast, guests will have a festival offer which includes tasting vouchers and glasses, entry and transfer to the festival. From R3500 per room per night. When? 29th November to 1st December Where? Dassenberg Rd, Franschhoek 7690, South Africa How? For more information, see www.montrochelle.co.za Fly via KLM
Who? Eddingtons What? If you need some extra counter-top space in your kitchen and a nifty way to get your food to the table then this Lambourn Butcher’s Trolley could be just the thing. Made of solid beech, the trolley is sturdy and practical and it comes with three wicker baskets giving it a lovely country home feel. Priced at £895. When? Available now Where? Available online from John Lewis How? Buy now from
Who? eBay.co.uk What? eBay.co.uk have recently launched their new Collections feature where users can pick out some of their favourite eBay pieces to create a collage. Think Pinterest except you can buy everything you collect – all you need to do is click the “Add to collection” button on the item that you’re browsing. Life in Luxury have been one of the first to try out the feature in the UK and have loved playing around with some of the fashion pieces (but of course you can create a collection of anything you want). We’ll admit, it was a touch confusing to start with but once we got the hang of it, it got pretty addictive. The…
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