You don’t have to have an in-depth understanding of wine to have a home tasting, basic knowledge is enough. But it is important that the topic is interesting not only to the person organizing the party but also to his friends. If people are interested in wine, hosting a home tasting will be more interesting than just sitting around, chatting, and drinking.

Preparing
The optimal number of participants for a tasting is 5 to 10 people. Plan in advance where the tasting will take place, and prepare the venue. If the weather permits, an outdoor tasting is a great option. But don’t forget that the wine needs to be kept in the shade as well as the tasting. Put a large tent and don’t forget about comfortable furniture to create the best possible atmosphere. We advise you to pay attention to rattan furniture to give the impression of a wine siesta in Italy. The best outdoor furniture in Dubai can come in handy for this purpose.

You need a minimum of three different bottles of wine, less makes no sense. A good option is if you agree in advance with friends that each will bring one bottle to the tasting. The wines should be about the same age and in the same price range.

For a ‘blind’ tasting, bottles should be wrapped in foil or wrapped in paper bags so that no one sees the label and doesn’t know in advance what they are tasting. Samples should also be numbered so they don’t get confused.

Which wine to choose
It is better not to mix red and white wines in one tasting, as it is more difficult to sort out the taste. One suggestion is you use sparkling wines.

For a simple ‘blind’ tasting, it’s best to choose wines that are different from each other, for example you can compare Champagne and Prosecco to other sparkling wines and enjoy the bubbles. If you’re gathering people who know a lot about wine, you can make it harder for them and offer similar wines for comparison, such as a vintage Champagne or traditional method sparkling wines from different countries.

Another option is to move away from the ‘blind’ tasting and simply taste several wines from the same grape variety from different producers in an evening, such as comparing well known Champagnes with grower Champagnes. Or compare wines from the same country or region — for example, try different sparkling wines from Italy regions with Prosecco, Franciacorta and TrentoDoc.

The tasting portion should be very small — 50-70 ml. This is just to make sure that you don’t get too drunk by the end of the tasting. For the same, you need an appetizer, but the simplest, which will not interrupt the taste of the wine: bread and cheese — without the noble mold and not very salty. Spicy, salty, or tangy food strongly affects the taste of the wine and changes its perception.

Risks
• The tasting experience can be blurred by not knowing a few important things. Firstly, it’s a good idea to drink a glass of water after each wine and rinse it so the flavors don’t mix.

• The second important point is that all the glasses must be the same shape. The shape of the glass greatly affects the aroma, so if everyone drinks from different glasses, then everyone’s impression of the wine will be different.

• Thirdly, the wine should be of the right temperature. Sparkling wines are best served between 8-12°C

Conclusion
I’m sure the idea of entertaining everyone with a tasting will satisfy everyone’s needs. Just do not take everything too seriously, make it fun. Meeting like this more often, because it’s all about the quantity turning into quality and it’s all about gaining a deeper understanding of wine.

“Even though Champagne is French, the idea for a Global Champagne Day began in the USA in 2009. It was initiated by an American blogger, Chris Oggenfuss who wanted to honour the wine of kings.” source thereisadayforthat

A search online and especially social media for #ChampagneDay will deliver millions of results as globally people share their Champagne moments with the world. We may not need a special occasion anymore in order to enjoy Champagne, be here is a chance for unity globally as the universal word of Champagne is celebrated.

Champagne Roger-Constant Lemaire Select Reserve Brut

22 of October 2021 – Glass of Bubbly enjoys a bottle of Champagne Roger-Constant Lemaire Cuvée Sélect

To purchase this Champagne please contact the winery directly here – This grower Champagne house is looking for a UK distributor.

Many of us will enjoy a glass of wine to relax to or even quite the opposite, to party to, the setting helps us to appreciate it even more. We can maximise a wine’s qualities when we are served it at the correct temperature, within the perfect glass and when our palate is fresh and most assertive.

Pairing wine with foods allows it to work in a very different way. Depending on the style of food, wine can perform very differently and aid plus enhance our tasting experience by showing alternative flavours. Wines can also refresh / cleanse the palate in between servings.

Spicy vegetable curry

Curry is one such cuisine style that is a wonderful pairing for wine. Though many of us will know of, and most likely to have experienced in our younger socialising years, curry being served with beer / larger, in more recent years the trend is them to be served with fine wines. Many Asian cuisine restaurants across the UK will likely have a wine menu alongside the food menu to offer guests many styles to choose from.

“The story of curry goes all the way back to the Indus Valley Civilisation. This culture in the Northwest of Asia dates back to the time between 3300 BCE to 1300 BCE. Archaeologists have found evidence that they used a mortar and a pestle to blend spices such as cumin, fennel and tamarind pods and mixed them with their food. Another spice that is related to the Indian subcontinent and South Asia is black pepper, which was first introduced all the way back in 2000 BCE.” source curryculture

Though of course curry belongs to Asia, it is also looked upon as a very traditional dish here amongst us Brits. Alongside imported cuisine styles and popular takeaways including pizza, Chinese and burgers we see curry as one of the most popular dishes favoured by people up and down the country. With over 9,000 curry houses to choose from across the UK, we have a variety of styles and variations to enjoy. Many of the curries we see served in the UK have been adapted to our preferences, though there are many restaurants and chefs offering the chance to experience original home recipes.

We are able to enjoy curry at ease here from restaurants to takeaways, frozen ready made meals to sauces in a jar. We can also visit our local Asian food store and purchase ingredients to make our own homemade curries.

Curry is made to be very easily understood with each having its own title which many are household names such as Tikka Masala, Korma, Vindaloo, Jalfrezi, Madras, Balti, Dansak and many more. Each curry is also open to vegetarian and vegan options as well as popular meats such as chicken, beef, lamb and king prawn. Creamy to dry sauces, sweet to hot & spicy – Curry really does give us a grand selection to choose from.

“Which is the best wine for curry? This is a great question of which there are many answers and of course lots are down to personal preferences. I have reviewed many wine menus of curry restaurants (example Indian Accent) and for me the better style of wine for curry is that of black grapes such as rosé and reds (still or sparkling). The ideal partner for curry is sparkling rosé wines including Champagne, ideally Brut style so not too sweet neither too dry – You are looking for a crisp, fresh rosé with delicate expression of red berry fruits and a decent acidity.” Christopher Walkey

Wine is another item that we have a great selection of here in the UK. Not only do we now produce our very own fine labels, thanks to high street stores, supermarkets and online sales platforms, we can choose from countless labels from across the globe. One such fine style of wine suitable for pairing with many curry dishes, especially those which are spicy / hot, is rosé sparkling wine.

Rosé Sparkling Wines are made globally though for this article I have decided to go with an example from Slovenia. The capital of the country, Ljubljana, holds restaurants that serve Asian cuisine and back in 2013 The Curry Life Taste of Britain Festival travelled to Ljubljana to introduce its inhabitants to British-Asian cuisine.

“The Joannes Protner house is located five kilometers from the center of Maribor, in the direction of Malečnik. We have been intensively involved in viticulture for more than three decades and we have a total of 13 ha of vineyards.” Joannes.si

Penina Joannes Brut Rosé

Joannes Winery Slovenia – Located in the northern wine region (Štajerska) of Slovenia and near to Maribor a town that holds the popular wine tourism destination of the oldest vine in the world! An innovative winery producing both still and sparkling wines of very high standard – Find out more about their wines here including their rosé fizz: Joannes Wines

Joannes Rosé Brut Penina (30% Velvet black, 70% Pinot Noir) – Tasting notes: “Wonderful delicate pink floral, red berry fruits on the nose with added strawberry pastry. Fine flavours, most elegant, showing delicate red berry fruits and a decent yet silky acidity. A wonderful wine for food pairings.”

Home made spicy chicken curry – Pairing notes: “The wine pairs very well with the savoury and spicy flavours from the dish. The wine cuts through the oily texture and cools down most of the chilli heat to leave a fresh red berry and soft spicy chicken taste. The heat from the chilli slowly comes back as the wine fades… ”

Home made potato and lentil curry – Pairing notes: “Once again the rosé sparkling wine works very well to calm down the palate from the chilli heat, we still get a nice welcoming spiciness in the palate with fresh raspberry / red berries.“

But what is a Proverb, do you know? If you don’t, then here is the definition – ‘a short, well-known pithy saying, stating a general truth or piece of advice.’

I’ve found some beautifully written proverbs to show you, each from a country and one from the Latin language, these short few words can sum up someone’s opinion or view of Wine, Sparkling Wine or Champagne, these proverbs could even sometimes ignite a memory.

Fish and Chips & English Fizz Tasting – Christopher Walkey and Michael Edwards

Age And Glasses Of Wine Should Never Be Counted. – Italian Proverb

When I first saw this proverb I initially thought about the saying ‘it’s rude to ask a lady’s age’, but after struggling to figure out what to write, I looked at it again and saw it differently, age is just a number, it’s important to others, especially in the dating game, but to yourself maybe it’s something we should care a little less about, throughout life we tend to always be wishing time away, when your young you wish to be older, you wish to be able to go on theme park rides, to go out with your friends, to drive, to drink, but when you’re a little older, you wish to be younger to relive your younger days, not wanting to work, and then once you reach a certain age you wish to be older again, longing for the day you can retire and live out the rest of your days carefree.

Stop wishing your days away, take control of your present and try living to your fullest potential, plus, make sure you enjoy with a Glass of Bubbly.

One Barrel Of Wine Can Work More Miracles Than A Church Full Of Saints. – Italian Proverb

If you had just one barrel of wine at hand, you wouldn’t have any troubles, don’t underestimate the power of a glass of wine or sparkling wine.

Judges – 2020 Champagne & Sparkling Wine Awards London

The Church Is Near, But The Road Is Icy. The Bar Is Far Away, But I Will Walk Carefully. – Russian Proverb

The power of a Glass of Bubbly, the drink which you’d order from the bar is up to your imagination, in a bar you drink, socialise and enjoy yourself, it can be a second home to some, but so can a Church, which one would you walk to, the Church or the Bar?

Christopher enjoying the views down to the Champagne village of Ay

Burgundy For Kings, Champagne For Duchesses, Claret For Gentlemen. – French Proverb

Luckily we’re living in a time where Burgundy, Champagne and Claret aren’t just for royalty, anyone can get themselves a glass and enjoy its aromas and flavours, these drinks are for everyone now, appreciate them!

Good Wine Praises Itself – Dutch Proverb

A few Champagnes and Sparkling Wines spring to mind when I read this proverb, unfortunately, I have not enjoyed any Sparkling Wine from the Netherlands but I see the truth in this, when drinking a glass of wine like this with a friend, you need not say anything, just a look will tell the other person what you are thinking, a good wine will praise itself, and from word of mouth it will spread, but sometimes you need to speed it up a little more for the whole world to enjoy it through marketing and tastings.

Without Bread And Wine, Love Goes Hungry – Latin Proverb

A Latin Proverb, a beautiful language to learn, is hunger all love feels or is it just another way to fuel it, the love in which you think of may differ, from family, yourself or a special romantic interest, I see this proverb as before a meal on a date, you eat the bread to keep your stomach from rumbling before your meal arrives and you drink the wine for conversation and pleasure in the palate.

Referred to as the king of the drinks, also known as the favorite alcoholic beverage of the British queen, as well as our celebrations, Champagne has earned itself a distinction among our drinks. Our bubbly favorite can not only be a great companion for any social occasion be it a picnic, a brunch, celebrating birthdays, or Christmas. The sparkling wonder not only raises our moods, but does a lot more than that, and drinking it moderately can also be good for our health!

It is essential to note that all Champagne is sparkling wine, but it isn’t true vice versa: not all sparkling wine is Champagne. To determine which wine is rather Champagne than sparkling wine, you need to find out its winemaking region. Champagne is produced in northern France. Sparkling wines are made all over the world from various grapes using different production methods. Their fizzy texture comes from the dissolved carbon dioxide within them.

Sparkling Wine or Champagne?

If you enjoy Champagne but are content with a cheaper version of a similar beverage, you could pick sparkling wine made with the traditional method. Producers make them everywhere with distinctive characteristics in flavor, texture, richness, and depth, depending on the unique local features of their place of making. Champagne enjoys its popularity for its especially creamy and deep traits, along with its tiny but lasting bubbles.

You can easily spot the jewels among Champagne from the so-called collerette, when bubbles persistently ascend on the sides of your glass. Since your first glass of Champagne should be the richest in bubbles, it also can make you feel tipsy the fastest. Like with everything else, it is a blessing in fewer quantities like one or two glasses, but could be a poison if you drink too much, and consume an entire bottle steadily on your own.

Watch out Popping Your Bottle!!

The largest Champagne consumers in the world are of course France (more than 162.5 million liters every year), followed by the United Kingdom, the U.S., Australia, Japan, and Germany. Champagne does not only have three times more carbonation than beer, but the pressure in Champagne bottles is also around three times as much as the pressure in car tires. In a 7500ml bottle of Champagne, there are about 49 million bubbles.

It might sound cliche, but you should be very careful where you point your bottle’s head when opening since your Champagne cork’s velocity can reach 34.8 miles an hour!! Unfortunately, because of such high bombastic pressure, people are more likely to die from incidents consuming Champagne than from a poisonous spider bite!! What’s more, out of all deaths related to Champagne, the third of them happens at weddings, so beware of the toast time!

The Elite’s Drink of Choice

There are plenty of historic notes about Champagne being the favorite drink of the famous. Among them, the famous American bombshell actress Marilyn Monroe reportedly took a luxury bath in Champagne, using 350 bottles for her seance. Winston Churchill, another famous Champagne fan, reportedly drunk an estimated 42,000 bottles until 1965. It was also the favored beverage of the British Queen Victoria (Perrier-Jouet), as well as of the current Queen of the U.K. Elizabeth II.

Originally, sparkling wine experiments were carried out for kings and queens in 17th-century France. The Benedictine monk Dom Pierre Pérignon later polished and perfected the wine-making process. Today, one of the most expensive bottles is some type of Dom Pérignon, which can cost as much as $ 49,000. The most expensive bottle in history has been reportedly designed by Alexander Amosu and Swarovski and cost $ 2.07 million.

This luxury bottle was handmade from 18-carat solid gold with a deep-cut 19-carat white diamond in its center. Thanks to its pricey bottle, only a few of them were made and they became a special collectors’ item. Some of the most exclusive bubbly beverages are only available by special order or high-end clubs exclusively. These days, you can mostly purchase sparkling wines from grapes of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier, worldwide.

The Health Benefits of Champagne

While most alcoholic beverages, similarly to coffee, can provide you a momentary buzz, only to leave you a bit drained later. But if you drink Champagne, it can make you feel its effect faster in comparison with other drinks, without losing your energy. The health benefits of Champagne can not only make it your favorite drink of celebrations, but it can also be your best choice for its health benefits. Here are a few hints, why.

Champagne could improve the health of your heart. The same antioxidants which are also beneficial in wines made of white and red grapes have many preventative effects. By drinking a small amount of quality wine or Champagne, it can help you prevent damage to your blood vessels as well as blood clots, and reduce your cholesterol level. This reduces your chances of heart diseases and strokes. Remember to only consume such drinks moderately!

Other than having beneficial effects on your heart, research has also shown that the proteins in Champagne can be good for your memory! According to a study, three bottles of wine or Champagne could help you improve your short-term memory. We are all familiar with its high mood-boosting effect. Where does it come from? A sip of Champagne is rich in minerals that are great for your body, like magnesium, potassium, and zinc!

Watching Your Diet?

If you are conscious of your calories intake, it is one more reason why you should opt for a good bottle of Champagne. It contains fewer calories than both white and red wine, and since the portions are usually less but more effective, chances are, you will be content drinking it in fewer amounts as well! All in all, it is a great choice of alcoholic beverage, provided you don’t want to drink up an entire bottle in one seat! Cheers, enjoy your drink!!

Delicious local wine

80% of the sparkling wines that are drunk in the UK come from Europe, including of course Prosecco and Champagne. These wines have a carbon footprint of 2kg for every bottle produced and transported to Britain. By the time the wine has been poured into your glass, it is often done some significant airmiles, and this has an impact on the environment. If you are organising an eco-friendly wedding, you may want to source food and drink that is local and sustainable. This will reduce the environmental impact of your big day. There are many wine producers in the UK that are making delicious sparkling wines that can easily rival any bottle of top Champagne. Rather than choosing wine that has been imported, look for sparkling wines that are local to the UK, by producers such as Fox & Fox and Camel Valley.

Cork, not screw top

A recent study done by Ernst & Young found that the carbon footprint of a bottle of wine is significantly less if it is closed with a cork. For still wine, the total carbon footprint is 25% less, and for sparkling wine, it is 50% less than wine that has been closed with a screw cap. Unlike cork, screw caps aren’t biodegradable either, so will end up being put into landfill after the wine has been drunk. All the more reason to choose a local sparkling wine that has been sealed with a cork.

Choose sustainable wine

Sustainable sparkling is made in a way that protects the environment. Growing and harvesting the grapes can be done in a way that doesn’t damage the soil. The production of the wine should also maintain economic feasibility and support social responsibility. There are many ways that sparkling wine producers make wine more sustainable. The grapes are grown with minimal use of harmful pesticides, to not only protect wildlife, but also to stop the waterways being contaminated. Last year the Sustainable Wines of Great Britain (SWGB) certification scheme was launched, to give consumers confidence that they are choosing wine that has been produced in a sustainable way. The Stopham Vineyard and Nyetimber, both in Sussex, have an SWGB certificate.

If you are planning a sustainable wedding, then you can choose local, sustainable wine for your big day. The wine is not only delicious, but has a lower carbon footprint, making it better for the environment.

Welcome to the Italian Rosé Line Up, showcasing some award-winning rosé’s from Italy, each has their own character, each unique in its own way, but one thing does combine them all, they all want to be popped open and enjoyed, so let’s get into it.

1 Maso Martis

The story of Maso Martis began in 1990, a few years before the birth of their two daughters Alessandra and Maddalena, when they bought their farm, they started producing their Sparkling Wine before the TrentoDOC brand had really taken off.

They live in a house located in the heart of their vineyards, and for over 30 years the family has been putting their love and passion into making their Sparkling Wines, with 6 bottles to choose from, your sure to find one that you like.

Maso Martis – Rosé Extra Brut 2016 Tasting Notes

Aromas – “Toasty, herbal and red berries on the aroma.”

Flavours – “Floral notes and creamy red fruits on the palate..”

This Italian Sparkling Wine Won a Silver Medal in the Spring Fling Category at the Glass of Bubbly Awards 2020.

2 Pisoni

Pisoni started back in 1852, their vineyards are located in Valle die Laghi in the Italian province of Trentino, which is where the UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site, the Brenta Dolomites meets the northern part of Lake Garda. They have a long family history of traditions at Pisoni.

They offer wine tours and guided tours, along with organised events that take place every season such as harvesting, wine tastings and wine workshops. They also have their Sarica Wine Bar which can seat 80 people and is perfect for events, banquets, or just popping in for a glass of bubbly.

When it comes to nature, Pisoni makes sure they protect it, they believe that “nothing is accomplished by force” which is why they apply the principles of biodynamics which is connected to the lunar calendar and they also use organic products.

Pisoni – Rosé Millesimato Trentodoc – Tasting Notes

Aroma – “Ripe strawberries, strawberry jam and floral on the aroma.”

Flavour – “Pink floral, citrus, minerals and red berry fruits on the palate.”

This Italian Sparkling Wine Won the Trophy in the Summer Days Category at the Glass of Bubbly Awards 2020.

3 Cantine Vitevis

When 3 Cantine Sociali wineries from the Province of Vicenza came together on the 1st of July 2015, Cantine Vitevis was officially born, the cooperative has now more than 2,200 hectares of vineyards, with an annual production of 36 million kilos of grapes and 50.000 tons of wine produced every year.

Cantine Vitevis – Juliet Rosé – Tasting Notes

Aroma – “A wonderful expression of ripe fruits from peach, strawberries red apples and raspberries on the aroma with a subtle hint of garden foliage.”

Flavour – “A refreshing array of garden foliage fresh tomatoes, hints of peach and blossom notes on the palate.”

This Italian Sparkling Wine Won a Gold Medal in the First Date Category at the Glass of Bubbly Awards 2020.

4 Villa Franciacorta

Villa Franciacorta is a small medieval village dating back to the 15th century, it’s located in Monticelli Brusati. The Bianchi family owns the brand and has always produced their wines exclusively with grapes from their 37 hectares of vineyards and then the sparkling wines get aged in their cellar that can rest more than 1,000,000 bottles.

Villa Franciacorta – Bokè Franciacorta Rosé 2014 – Tasting Notes

Aroma – “Vegetable, earthy, orange blossom and yeasty aromas.”

Flavour – “Citrus, peach, yeasty and pastry on the palate.”

This Italian Sparkling Wine Won a Silver Medal in the First Date Category at the Glass of Bubbly Awards 2020.

5 VIN.CO

VIN.CO is made in Abruzzo, Italy, their goal is to bottle 5% of the total sparkling wines produced in Abruzzo in less than 5 years. I have enjoyed creating cocktails with VIN.CO’s Sparkling Wines, like this Christmas one: How To Make A Sparkling Snowball Cocktail and this Halloween one: 7 Nights of Horror – Night 1 – Saw

VIN.CO – Abruzzo Spumante DOP Rosé Brut – Tasting Notes

Aroma – “Peach, pink floral and herbaceous on the aroma.”

Flavour – “Peach and orange blossom on the flavour.”

This Italian Sparkling Wine Won a Gold Medal in the First Date Category at the Glass of Bubbly Awards 2020.

Getting tired of being beaten by the clock, arriving at the local wine shop just a few minutes after closing? If so, now is the perfect time to start shopping for wine online. All your favorite brands and flavors are at your fingertips when shopping on the World Wide Web. And the best part, your wine order will be delivered to your front door.

Knowing The Risk
Unfortunately, there are risks consumers face when shopping online. Whether you are shopping for footwear, a new wardrobe, or baseball gear, the risks are all the same. If you are unfamiliar with online shopping, you are in for a treat. The selection includes everything from cars to children’s toys to western gear to your favorite wine brands.

If you ask consumers how they feel about online wine shopping, they will all agree on one point. The wine selection is plentiful, compared to local brick-and-mortar wine shops.

However, there are risks involved in shopping for wine online. One risk is fraudulent e-commerce wine shops. Yes, there are websites posing as licensed wine shops when in fact, they are nothing more than a mere scam.

Join A Wine Forum
There is nothing more informative than consumer reviews. Even better is information provided through online wine forums. Learn about the top wine retailers, newbie deals, wine producers, wine serving tips, and where to safely buy wine when shopping online.

Online forums allow members to have in-depth discussions about wine. In fact, most of these platforms encourage discussions and engagement between members. If you are not a member of an online wine forum, you are missing out on a lot of reliable information that could point you in the right direction to the best online wine shops.

Ask Friends
Surely, you know someone who has purchased at least one bottle of wine from an online merchant. These are the people you need to get in contact with. Ask them about their online wine shopping experience. You may as well know in advance, not every online wine shopping experience has a positive outcome.

Personal experiences is what to look for because they offer honest, reliable information.

Summary
Online wine shopping can be adventurous and exciting when consumers are fully prepared. But those who fail to do their research will find out early on not everything is cut and dry on the Internet. There are websites that should be avoided at all costs, but you will not know unless you conduct thorough research in advance.

Keep reading for some ideas on the perfect housewarming gift.

1. Bottle of Bubbly
Have you thought about getting wine for new homeowners? After a stressful and time-consuming move, a bottle of Champagne or sparkling wine with dinner would do wonders to celebrate moving into their new home. If you don’t already know, try to figure out your friend’s favorite brand of wine before their move. You can discover good Champagne on any budget.

2. Champagne Bucket or Ice Cooler
Whether you’re enjoying a meal around the table or socialising on a warm summer’s evening in the garden, keeping your drinks cool makes all the difference and an ice bucket will keep their drinks nice and cold.

3. Wine Subscription
A gift that keeps on giving, could be a year’s subscription to a wine club, where they will be sent different bottles of wine each month to enjoy their first year in their new home.

4. Wine Accessories
For a longer lasting gift think of something wine related as a gift, like a wine cork, wine rack or other wine gifts including a wine bag to keep the bottle cool.

5. Personalised Wine Glasses
Personalised wine glasses are a special gift that they can use again and again when they enjoy a glass of wine.

6. Cocktail Set
There’s a large selection of cocktail kits to choose from, they can contain cocktail shakers, jigger, muddling and strainer for the beginner to start making their own cocktails at home or the ingredients needed to make them. You can kit your cocktail bar out with Von Shef.

7. Cheese Board
If your friend is considering throwing a housewarming party then a new cheese board is the best gift they could receive. It’ll come in handy for any future gatherings with friends and family.
They can use the board to serve a variety of cheeses, meats, and nuts during movie nights with friends or on game nights with family. It can also pair perfectly with their new bottle of wine during their first night in their new home.

8. Chocolates
A box of chocolates is always a lovely gift, think outside the box and choose something different or unique. Choose an extra special chocolate selection, novelty chocolate or even custom-made house-shaped chocolate.

9. Food Hamper
Food hampers are always a welcome gift, they could be a hamper of basics for starting off in a new home or could be a luxury hamper full of treats for their new life in their new home.

10. Retro Sweet Hamper
Ideal for any friends or relatives with a sweet tooth, this gorgeous hamper is a present that they won’t soon forget and will bring back lots of lovely memories of their childhood while setting off on a new adventure in their new home.