Who? Charles Heidsieck
What? We know Christmas is pretty stressful so why not kick back in style with the new Charles Heidsieck Armchair Gift Set? As well as a bottle of the classic Charles Heidsieck Brut Réserve, there’s also a pair of bespoke design glasses to enjoy your bubbles in. What’s not to love? Priced at £75.
When? Available now
Where? Available at Fortnum & Mason
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? Lalani & Co What? Single-estate tea specialists Lalani & Co have recently launched their first online boutique. The new online store will sell a range of high end fine teas, including single-estate offerings from Lakyrsiew and Jun Chiyabari. There’s also sets of infusionware, created with Billy Lloyd and Riedel glass to help you achieve the perfect brew every time. When? Open now Where? Exclusively online How? For more information, see www.lalaniandco.com
Who? The Rivoli Bar at The Ritz London What? The Rivoli Bar has launched a collection of classic cocktails created with rare spirits from the 1940s to the 1980s. There are seven cocktails on the Vintage Cocktail menu including ‘Brooklyn’, ‘El Presidente’, ‘Negroni’, ‘Old Fashioned’, ‘Rob Roy’, ‘Rusty Nail’ and a ‘Sazerac’. Prices range from £90 to £250 per cocktail. When? Available now Where? The Ritz London, 150 Piccadilly, London W1J 9BR How? For more information, please visit www.theritzlondon.com
Who? Skylounge What? Doubletree by Hilton’s Skylounge is embracing the English summer with a Caribbean twist. The rooftop bar has been transformed into a pop-up Rum Shack just for the summer, serving up a selection of rum cocktails. There is also a special West Indian bar menu to go along with the cocktails. When? Monday to Saturday, until September Where? Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Tower of London, 7 Pepys Street, London EC3N 4AF How? Visit doubletree3.hilton.com for more information
Who? The Port House What? The Port House, the tapas restaurant and bar that’s part of the Porterhouse Group in Ireland, has now opened in London. The focus is on Spanish and Portuguese food and wine. As well as fine ports and sherries, The Port House will also be offering a large selection of cava, wines and gins. When? Open now Where? 417 Strand, Covent Garden, London, WC2R 0PD How? For more information, visit porthouse.ie
Who? Glenmorangie What? Glenmorangie has recently launched its most exclusive whisky, the Pride 1978, which follows a previous release of Pride 1981. Crafted by Dr Bill Lumsden, the whisky has spent 15 years in French Premier Cru casks for finishing. With only five cases laid down, there will be just 700 bottles available worldwide released at cask strength. Priced at £3,400. When? Available now Where? Available from specialist retailers and department stores as well as online How? For more information, see glenmorangie.com
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