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? Paul Lukacs What? At times, we can get a little bogged down with what a wine tastes like and how it smells. What we’ve neglected, often, is to find out a wine’s story. Paul Lukacs’ Inventing Wine is not just telling the story of one wine but all wines. It takes the reader through a journey of wine from history to today – a must if you want to know about more than just wine. When? Available now Where? Available in store and online How? Purchase at Amazon
Who? The Whisky Exchange What? Forgot it’s Father’s Day and need a last minute gift? We’ve got just the thing for you – the Islay Collection 2007 from The Whisky Exchange. Inside this little taster pack you’ll find quarter bottles of Caol Ila 12 yrs, Caol Ila 18 yrs, Lagavulin 12 yrs (bottled 2007, cask strength), Lagavulin 16 yrs and Port Ellen 7th release. A perfect little taster pack. Priced at £250. When? Available now Where? Available online from The Whisky Exchange How? Buy now from The Whisky Exchange
Who? aqua nueva What? aqua nueva has launched London’s largest Cava bar at Aqua London. The restaurant will be showcasing 15 award winning Cavas alongside its traditional tapas menu. There will also be Cava masterclasses run by Head Sommelier Zsolt Kismod where guests can learn more about the sparkling wine as well as tasting some vintage Cavas. When? Open now Where? aqua nueva, 5th Floor, 240 Regent Street, London, W1B 3BR How? To book, call 0207 4780 540
Who? Phaidon What? The latest book by René Redzepi is published by Phaidon in a three-book set. The Journal is a diary by Redzepi of a year at Noma including thoughts on creativity, ambition and collaboration. The Recipes book is a collection of 100 new recipes from Noma. The final small book, entitled Snapshots, is a series of behind-the-scene images taken by Redzepi and the team at Noma. When? Available now Where? Available in store and online How? Purchase at Amazon
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? Diageo What? Diageo will be releasing a 40 year old single malt Scotch whisky from the now closed Brora distillery. Only 160 bottles of the whiskies will be released, making it the oldest and rarest Brora whisky to ever be released. The rare whisky is said to have notes of eucalyptus and savoury spice with a long, smooth finish. Priced at £6,995 for 70cl. When? Pre-order now, available to buy from 21st April Where? Available exclusively from World of Whiskies How? For more information, visit www.worldofwhiskies.com
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