Who? The Whip
What? The Whip, the new cocktail bar over Mayfair’s oldest pub, The Running Horse, will soon be home to London’s julep revival. The recently opened equestrian themed bar, brain child of James Chase and Dominic Jacobs, will be serving up a selection of juleps in pewter tins as well as regular changing bar bites.
When? Open now
Where? 50 Davies Street, Mayfair, London W1K 5JE
How? For more information, visit www.therunninghorselondon.co.uk
Who? Clerkenwell Design Week What? For some of the best designs in the world, stay right here in London and visit the upcoming Clerkenwell Design Week. This year there will be over 60 showrooms offering high-end contemporary design. There’s also a fringe program of debates, presentations and workshops. Tickets are free. When? 21st to 23rd May Where? Farmiloe Building, 34, St John Street, London EC1M 4AY and around Clerkenwell How? Visit www.clerkenwelldesignweek.com for more information
Who? Hotel Monte Mulini What? To coincide with the wine harvest and truffle season, Hotel Monte Mulini has launched a “Wine Roads of Istria” package. The package includes two night’s accommodation with breakfast, half-day guided food and wine excursion with tastings at two wineries and a four-course dinner at The Wine Vault for two. Prices start from €870 for two people. When? Until 2nd November 2013 Where? A. Smareglia bb, 52210, Rovinj, Croatia How? For more information, see www.montemulinihotel.com Fly via Lufthansa
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? Reverend JW Simpson What? Reverend JW Simpson is returning with port as the focus of the latest edition of his Spirited Sermons. The cocktail expert will be running a masterclass on port and cocktails that will bring life to this sweet, fortified wine. Priced at £25 and includes three tasting cocktails. When? From 6pm, 12th February Where? 32 Goodge Street, London W1T 2QJ How? For more information, see www.revjwsimpson.com
Who? Belmond What? For guests travelling aboard the Belmond Afloat in France barges in Burgundy this year, Blemond has launched a new Wine Academy program. The new offering gives guests the opportunity to explore the Burgundy wine region on tailor-made itineraries while enjoying a luxury canal cruise. A week’s private charter starts from £26,400 on an all-inclusive basis. Wine Academy is available for an additional £700 per person. When? 29th March to 18th October 2015 Where? Departure varies according to itinerary How? For more information, see www.belmond.com
Who? Stella Orlandino What? Designer Stella Orlandino has created a collection of wine glasses called Cin Cin. There are eight designs altogether, each capturing the different personalities of their beholders. Produced as part of her design project at NABA, selected glasses are now available for sale. Priced at €45 for a set of four. When? Available now Where? Exclusively at www.garagedesign.it How? Buy online
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