Who? Courvoisier
What? Enjoy the British summer at the recently opened L’Alchimie de Courvoisier terrace at Harvey Nichols. Located on the 5th floor of the department store, L’Alchimie de Courvoisier will be serving a bespoke cocktail menu with three special food pairing packages available.
When? Open now until 18th August
Where? Harvey Nichols, 109 – 125 Knightsbridge, SW1X 7RJ
How? Visit www.harveynichols.com for more information
Who? Van Kleef What? Learn all about the origins of gin and try the true Dutch spirit jenever at Van Kleef, the oldest surviving distillery in The Hague. The distillery is still operating to this day but also runs as a museum. Here, you can taste, explore and get into the heart of jenever. When? Tutoring by arrangement Where? Lange Beestenmarkt 109 The Hague, Netherlands How? Visit www.vankleef.eu for more information Fly via KLM
Who? Bon Appétit and Las Vegas What? Everyone knows that they like to make things larger than life in Vegas and when it comes to food, this is no exception. Vegas Uncork’d, brought to you by Bon Appétit magazine, is set to be one of the most exciting food and drink events this year. A whole host of celebrated American chefs will be chairing exclusive events in well known Vegas hotels alongside serious Master Sommeliers. It’s not to be missed for serious connoisseurs. When? 8th to 11th May Where? Various venues in the city of Las Vegas How? For more information, see vegasuncorked.com Fly via British Airways
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Who? Christie’s What? Christie’s has announced an auction of fine wines from Henry Tang’s private collection in Hong Kong. The former Chief Secretary of Administration for Hong Kong has amassed a substantial collection over 30 years and this auction represents a small selection of Burgundy wines from over 70 Domaines. For the first time, Christie’s will use the Prooftag Bubble Seal in its auction to secure authenticity. When? 6pm 15th and 12pm 16th March Where? Christie’s Hong Kong, 22nd Floor, Alexandra House, 18 Chater Road Central, Hong Kong How? For more information visit www.christies.com/chinese Fly via KLM
Who? Vaults at Voltaire What? The Voltaire bar has recently opened in the Square Mile, boasting the biggest collection of Pommery Champagne in London, an al fresco cigar terrace and an exclusive vault bar. The space, previously housed the historic treasures of the bank above, is now redecorated with silks and furs by interior designer Sue Wheldon. Uniquely, it has partnered with Temple Spa to create cocktails that come with beauty products. When? Open now Where? 19 New Bridge Street, London, EC4V 6DB How? For more information, see www.voltairebar.co.uk
Who? Nespresso What? Nespresso have just unveiled their new Spring 2014 Limited Edition Grands Crus coffees based on the theme of Colombian Terroirs. Two flavours are available – Cauca and Santander, created with the aim of showing what Arabica coffee can do in different climates. Priced at £3.50 for a sleeve of 10 capsules. When? Available now Where? Available online and in Nespresso boutiques How? For more information, visit www.nespresso.com Life in Luxury’s guide to: Nespresso’s Cauca and Santander
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