Venues
New Champagne Bar to open in Nottingham
The Bear and Lace, which will officially open in Maid Marian Way on 20th July is hoping to entice the people of Nottingham with its vast selection of Champagne, cocktails and fine wines. Owner Eddie Rathour bought the venue two years ago, which was formerly Chambers Pub, because he wanted to embrace Nottingham’s history. He…
Cork & Bottle Wine Bar, Covent Garden
Don Harrison’s Cork & Bottle Wine Bar is a hidden gem tucked away in London’s Covent Garden. Head down the spiral stairs to the basement bar to find a buzzing atmosphere with conversation enjoyed over glasses of wine. The bar has a delicious array of food to go with the drinks, from small snacks to large…
Wood Norton Hotel opens Taittinger Terrace
The Wood Norton Hotel in Worcestershire is a beautifully crafted hotel with original 19th century, French decorative interiors and the very best that the modern world has to offer. The hotel offers fifty rooms including five spectacular suites, a restaurant using the finest local produce, contemporary bar and alfresco dining terrace. The hotel has recently…
Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club, Sussex
Ashdown Park is a 4-star hotel in the beautiful East Sussex countryside. It has a rich history dating back to 1693 when Ashdown was first mentioned when it was enclosed by decree as part of Ashdown Forest. The first mansion house was erected in 1815 either by Thomas Bradford or by Rear Admiral The Honourable Jacob Henniker…
L’Ortolan Restaurant, Reading
L’Ortolan, located in the beautiful village of Shinfield, is Reading’s only Michelin starred restaurant. Head Chef Tom Clarke is passionate about his cooking, just as Head Sommelier Guillaume Kaczmar is about wine. Guillaume aims to provide the highest standard wine service, encouraging guests to try something a little more unusual and keeping a real focus…
Prosecco Gelato at Gelatorino, London
Gelatorino is not just another Italian Gelateria. They offer delicious premium gelato using top quality ingredients from Italy. In the Covent Garden shop you can see one of their skilled ‘maestri’ creating gelato in front of your eyes using traditional machines. There’s a huge choice of flavours but one in particular caught our eye – Prosecco! It’s the…
Abajo, new Cava Bar launched in Liverpool
Roja Pinchos has opened Abajo, Liverpool’s first bar specialising in Cava. Abajo takes inspiration from beautiful bars in Barcelona and is located underneath Roja Pinchos in Liverpool’s thriving Berry Street. At Roja Pinchos you can order a selection of Spanish bites held together with sticks, called pinchos sticks. Abajo has a fantastic drinks list, aiming to bring you a selection of quality…
Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons, Oxfordshire
Created by celebrated chef Raymond Blanc OBE, Belmond Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons is renowned for offering one of Britain’s finest gastronomic experiences. Surrounded by lawns, flower borders and orchards, the luxury hotel enjoys an idyllic, typically English setting in Great Milton in Oxfordshire. It’s also one of the country’s most intimate and original hotels, with 32…
Jamies Wine Bars
Jamies is a well-established ‘wine bar’ brand in and around the City of London, having built up a reputation for delivering quality and value to all of their customers. All Jamies Bars, each with their own personality, feature a contemporary bar and casual dining experience, combining a simple British menu with a comprehensive wine list featuring…