Who? Hugh Johnson and Jancis Robinson
What? The World Atlas of Wine by Hugh Johnson and Jancis Robinson is really an iconic wine book. The latest, and seventh, edition is completely revised. It includes never-before featured regions such as Ningxia in China as well as 25 new specially commissioned maps. Available as an ebook (£19.99) and hardback (£40).
When? Available now
Where? Available in store and online
How? Purchase at Amazon
Who? Bon Appétit and Las Vegas What? Everyone knows that they like to make things larger than life in Vegas and when it comes to food, this is no exception. Vegas Uncork’d, brought to you by Bon Appétit magazine, is set to be one of the most exciting food and drink events this year. A whole host of celebrated American chefs will be chairing exclusive events in well known Vegas hotels alongside serious Master Sommeliers. It’s not to be missed for serious connoisseurs. When? 8th to 11th May Where? Various venues in the city of Las Vegas How? For more information, see vegasuncorked.com Fly via British Airways
Who? Gray M.C.A. What? Specialists in modern and contemporary art, Gray M.C.A., are holding an exhibition of post-war fashion illustrations. Four decades of fashion illustrations are on display from the 1940s to the 1970s, by fashion illustrators from America, Germany, France and Great Britain. Often drawn from memory, of what was seen in the fashion shows, the illustrations capture the elegance of the runway pieces with simplicity and subtlety. Prices for the pieces range from £300 – £10,000. When? 11th to 16th September, by invitation Where? Gallery 8, 8 Duke Street St James’s, London, SW1Y 6BN How? For more information and to request an invitation, see www.graymca.co.uk
Who? Smirnoff What? Vodka giants Smirnoff have recently announced the launch of a new super-premium vodka, the Smirnoff White, which will be available exclusively for travellers. The new product has been freeze filtered at -6°C which they say gives it an even smoother taste. Priced at £21 for 1L. When? Available now Where? At duty-free pop-up Smirnoff counters globally How? For more information, see www.smirnoff.com
Who? Prince Hubert de Polignac cognac and T.T Trunks What? Prince Hubert de Polignac cognac and T.T Trunks have teamed up to create the hand made “888 trunk”. The collectors’ item is a luxury cognac and poker trunk containing a super aged Prince Hubert de Polignac cognac and poker game set. Priced at 24 000€ When? Available now Where? T.T.TRUNKS store at Jovoy Paris, 4, rue de Castiglione 75001 Paris, France www.jovoyparis.com How? Exclusive to the store Fly via KLM
Who? Victoria and Albert Museum What? Victoria and Albert Museum will be hosting “David Bowie is”, the first international retrospective on the career of David Bowie. The exhibition will explore the artist’s creative process, his changing style and includes more than 300 objects, ranging from original costumes to set designs. Ticket prices vary. When? 23rd March to 28th July Where? Cromwell Road, London SW7 2RL How? See website for more information: www.vam.ac.uk
Tired of the same old festivities? Why not celebrate this festive season with a great hamper brought to you by New Zealand winemakers Brancott Estate and Life in Luxury? The hamper will include: – 1 x bottle of Brancott Estate Sauvignon Blanc Brut NV – Two Riedel celebration glasses – All you need to make the perfect blini – premium smoked salmon, crème fraiche, lemon and small bunch of chives To be in with a chance to win, simply visit us on Facebook (http://on.fb.me/128V4tN), like our page and submit your entry there. Offer is open to UK entrants only and will close midnight 19th December. Your name and address will…
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