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? Ormer What? Shaun Rankin’s new restaurant on the Island of Jersey is at last open. Focusing on local produce, much of it foraged, Rankin has managed to create a stellar fusion menu. The wine list is still expanding and the tasting menu is in the process of being created but it’s sure to become a destination restaurant on the island. When? Open Monday to Saturday, year round Where? 7-11 Don Street, St Helier, Jersey JE2 4TQ How? Visit www.ormerjersey.com for more information
Who? Winechap UK What? Winechap Tom Harrow is leading an English wine and truffle tour to the Hampshire countryside. The day will start at the Whitchurch vineyard of for a tour and tasting before truffle hunting at Cottonworth Farm. Then it’s onto a three course lunch with truffles and wines from Alba. The excursion will cost £1,200 ex VAT for a group of 6 to 9 people. When? By arrangement Where? Coates and Seely, Wooldings Vineyard, Harroway, Whitchurch RG28 7QT How? Email ahoy@winechap.com or call 020 7720 2024 to book
Who? Ducks at Kilspindie What? Members of The Scotch Malt Whisky Society can now enjoy Ducks at Kilspindie as a members bar as the two have announced their recent partnership. Guests will be able to sample the society’s special single-barrel whiskies at the venue as well as enjoy whisky dinners and tastings organised by the society. When? Available now Where? Main Street, Aberlady, East Lothian EH32 0RE www.ducks.co.uk How? For more information, see website
Who? Hotel Xenia What? Lovers of wholesome Italian food should head to Hotel Xenia for their new guest chef series. The special suppers pop-up every six weeks and will feature Luca Collami (Liguria), Andrea Incerti (Emilia, Romagna), Donato Episcopo (Veneto), Paolo Barrale (Campania) and Stefano Masanti (Lombardia) in the coming months. Priced at £65 for five courses and welcome aperitif. When? Various dates available Where? Hotel Xenia London, 160 Cromwell Road, London SW5 OTL How? For more information, see www.hotelxenia.co.uk
Who? Krug Champagne What? The champagne house has launched a new gift set which promises to “enhance and perfect the experience of tasting and sharing Krug champagne”. ‘The Sharing Set’ contains a bottle of Krug Grande Cuvée and two custom designed Riedel glasses that are designed to allow the optimal expression of the champagne’s profile. Priced at £150. When? Available now Where? Harrods and Selfridges How? Buy in store
Who? The Mince Pie Project What? Charity auction, The Mince Pie Project, is returning again this year with proceeds going to Galvin’s Chance and Crisis. Michel Roux Jr, Raymond Blanc, Marcus Wareing and Clare Smyth are all taking part and will each be baking a unique batch of 50 mince pies to be auctioned. When? Midday on the 11th December to midday on the 14th of December Where? Via The Mince Pie Project website at themincepieproject.com How? Bid online
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