Who? Caro Feely
What? Owning a vineyard might be the dream of many but few make it financially viable. Saving Our Skin is the story of Sean and Caro Feely trying to create an organic vineyard in the South of France. As well as building the vineyard of their dreams, the book is about finding a new life in a new country and all the struggles that come with it.
When? Available now
Where? Available online and in store
How? Buy now from Amazon
Who? Soneva Kiri What? Luxury Thai resort Soneva Kiri has joined forces with wine writer James Suckling to create the ultimate experience for serious wine connoisseurs. The two night package includes a wine appreciation seminar and food and wine matching dinners in an ultra-luxurious environment. From $3,600 per person including two night’s accommodation, breakfast and return flight from Bangkok. When? 30th May to 1st June Where? 110 Moo 4, Koh Kood Sub-District, Koh Kood District, Trat 23000, Thailand How? For more information, see www.soneva.com Fly via British Airways
Who? Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa What? The Wine Concierge Service at Grand Hôtel de Bordeaux & Spa has launched a new ‘Wine Journey’ series. The new series offers guests the opportunity to discover the region’s finest grand cru wineries and embark on three different wine journeys entitled ‘Classic Car Wine Journey’, ‘Jefferson Wine Journey’ and ‘Ernest Hemingway Wine Journey’. When? Available year round Where? 2-5 Place de la Comédie, 33000 Bordeaux, France How? Visit www.ghbordeaux.com/uk for more information Fly via KLM
Who? Cuisson What? Bespoke dining company Cuisson is teaming up with Laurent-Perrier to bring their luxury Afternoon Tea experience to Burlington Arcade. Taking place in a former jewellery shop, the pop-up will feature pastries designed by Hideko Kawa, the former Head Pastry Chef at The Fat Duck in Bray. The menu includes coronation chicken terrine, smoked salmon cornet caviar, Laurent-Perrier Champagne trifle, Hideko’s signature sweet burger, amongst other delights, as well as two glasses of Laurent-Perrier Champagne. Priced at £65. When? Available now until 26th June Where? 66-67 Burlington Arcade, London W1J 0QJ How? Tickets are available online from Time Out
Who? The Glenrothes What? Berry Bros. & Rudd Spirits has recently unveiled the second release in its series of single cask bottlings from The Glenrothes. The Single Cask 1969 forms part of The Glenrothes Extraordinary Cask collection, housed in a hand-blown crystal decanter. The expressive spirit has a grassy nose followed by citrus and spice on the palate. Prices start from £4,000 per bottle. When? Available now Where? From Berry Bros. & Rudd and selected retailers How? For more information, see www.theglenrothes.com
Do you love whisky? Especially the most intensely rich and smoky of all whiskies? Well then we have just the thing for you. To celebrate the first birthday of Life in Luxury, we have teamed up with premium drinks retailer Alexander & James to give you the chance to win a bottle of Lagavulin 16 worth over £50. All you need to do to enter is one of the following: Life in Luxury birthday competition: You must be 18 or over and a UK resident to enter. The winner will be drawn at random after the competition closes on the 24th of November. Good luck!
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
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