Food and Drink
Posh to get a taste of the Austrian Tirol
On Thursday 3rd December, Victoria Beckham will be in attendance at one the greatest clubs in the Alps, Pacha in the Designhotel Madlein, Ischgl, for the launch of the first designer bottles of RICH Prosecco and RICH Rosé. The top ski resort of Ischgl in the Austrian Tirol will welcome the style icon, fashion designer and former Spice Girl, for a specially themed ‘Music and Fashion Fairytale’ evening.
Le Méridien Al Aqah launches chic new Italian restaurant
Le Méridien Al Aqah Beach Resort has this month launched Sapore, its latest dining outlet, a stylish Italian restaurant which was created at a cost of AED nine million to complement the resort’s existing restaurants.
Radisson Edwardian celebrates Da Vinci with a Moaning Lisa
The acclaimed Radisson Edwardian Manchester Hotel is the official sponsor of the ‘Da Vinci - The Genius’ exhibition at the Museum of Science & Industry (MOSI). The inspirational exhibition, which opens its doors on November 14 2009 will feature the UK Premiere of the Secrets of Mona Lisa.
Gastronomic enjoyment on Cyprus
Cyprus’ finest small luxury hotel, Thalassa Boutique Hotel and Spa, has launched its pioneering ‘a la carte blanche’ dining packages, individually tailored to each guest’s tastes and preferences to create a magical evening of elegance and gastronomic enjoyment.
A drink to feel good about
From a cocktail served in a musical jewellery box, to one with a male and female version and another which must be served on a blue leather coaster with a pure silver stirrer. A collection of brand new, never-before-sampled cocktails has been unveiled, courtesy of some of London’s most historic hotels.
A new gourmet offering for South Tenerife
In its continuous quest for offering excellence to customers in all products and services, the Iberostar Grand Collection is now inaugurating “El Cenador”, the new gourmet restaurant of the Iberostar Grand Hotel El Mirador, a five star hotel situated just by the shore in Costa Adeje, on the south of Tenerife.
A festive Christmas break with added fizz
Fill your stockings with some vintage Champagne on a festive wine-tasting weekend during Reims’ Christmas Market with specialist operator Grape Escapes.
Bath - Christmas capital of the west
Imagine a picture perfect place for Christmas shopping with great shops in an historic setting. Bath is that place with its successful Christmas Market, twinkling lights and a high percentage of independent shops (almost 50 percent). Exquisite Georgian architecture provides a delightful backdrop and festive entertainment plus traditional “panto” at the Theatre Royal contributes to the festive atmosphere.
Eat, drink and be merry in Slovenia
It’s not all gloom and doom on the money front when travelling to eurozone destinations is the message from Slovenia specialist, Holiday Options. Despite the country’s currency being the euro, local costs are considerably cheaper than in the UK and eating out doesn’t cost ‘an arm and a leg’.
The Lovat, Loch Ness makes Good Hotel Guide ‘Top 20’
The Lovat, Loch Ness has bowled over the Good Hotel Guide, featuring as one of the ‘Twenty Best British Hotel Discoveries’ in the latest edition of the reputable Guide.
Holidaymakers advised “don’t bring it back”
When we’re in an exotic location, it can be fun to scour interesting markets and unusual shops for unique gourmet items that could transform your dinner at home, or make a fantastic and unusual gift for a friend.
Belgravia prepares to celebrate the festive season in style
Belgravia will be transformed into a winter wonderland on Sunday 6th December, as the area’s three most prestigious retail neighbourhoods come together to celebrate the festive season.
Diamond Award for Cape Town’s Azure
A long time favourite amongst local and international guests, Cape Town’s much loved Azure restaurant, at the five-star Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa, recently voted the No. 1 City Hotel and No. 1 Hotel Spa in Africa and the Middle East, has for the second year in succession been presented with a Diamond Award at the ‘2009 Diners Club Winelist Awards’. This is the highest accolade awarded and recognizes the restaurant’s superior and extensive wine list.
Foodies invited to get hands on in Scotland this autumn
A series of new hands-on experiences for food lovers has been launched by VisitScotland this autumn. This follows hot on the heels of a new survey which reveals Scotland as the area of the UK with most pride in its locally sourced food and dishes.
The Gulf Hotel Bahrain opens Mexican fine dining restaurant
Bahrain’s oldest and most luxurious hotel, The Gulf Hotel Bahrain, has just opened the island’s first ever fine dining Mexican restaurant. The Gulf Hotel Bahrain officially opened its Margarita Mexicana restaurant with Margarita Tequila Bar on Saturday 2nd October 2009 for lunch and dinner.