Posts Tagged ‘champagne’
These cocktails are well-heeled in the city
To mark September fashion month, one of Glasgow’s most iconic hotels is offering well-heeled guests the chance to indulge in a range of new cocktails inspired by their favourite designers. Grand Central Hotel is set to launch the new drinks menu inspired by some of the top fashion houses who will be showcasing their latest…
Read MoreEnjoy the best seat in the house at the Chef’s Table
Those looking for a behind the scenes luxury dining experience can now get the best seat in the house at The Restaurant at The Principal Blythswood Square Hotel, Glasgow. The five-star hotel has announced a series of luxury epicurean experiences curated by some of the most talented chefs currently working in Scotland. Chef’s Table is…
Read MoreA luxurious shopping experience awaits
A leading Scottish hotel is partnering with a luxury Scots independent jeweller to create a unique shopping experience. Following on from the success of the new direct flight between Beijing and Edinburgh , the Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh – The Caledonian has joined forces with luxury, independent family jeweller, Laings to create a bespoke personal shopping…
Read MoreRum and rhythm come to Glasgow for an exclusive party
Glasgow is set to host Scotland’s first ever rum and rhythm Bacardi party. The famous rum has hosted some of the world’s most legendary parties for the past 150 years, and next Friday, 31 August, the 158 Club Lounge, located within the award-winning Hutchesons City Grill in Merchant City, is set to host an exclusive…
Read MoreScot helps team set fastest Pacific rowing time
A 23-year-old who learned to sail at a Scottish school has become the youngest person to row the Pacific. Michael Prendergast, who learned his nautical skills while he was a student at Gordonstoun, completed the crossing from California to Honolulu with his three American team-mates in 49 days, 23 hours and 15 minutes. Michael undertook…
Read MorePommery adds some sparkle to the Fringe
Peter Ranscombe toasts the return of Champagne Pommery to the Fringe with a laser show at The Signet Library. I HAVE very fond memories of lasers – they were a big part of my course as a physics student at St Andrews – but I’d never associated them with drinking wine… until last night. The…
Read MoreSparkling wine special part three: Bobby’s bubbles
In the final article in his special sparkling wine trio, Peter Ranscombe follows in the footsteps of Robert Louis Stevenson by tasting wines from Schramsberg in California. AUTHOR Robert Louis Stevenson is famous throughout the world for his novels, including classics such as Kidnapped and Treasure Island. Yet few of his readers know about the…
Read MoreSparkling wine special part one: ‘It’s not Champagne’
In the first of three articles focusing on fizzy wine, Peter Ranscombe meets a French winemaker who’s creating sensational sparklers in England. “I AM French, but I’m here to express the terroir of England,” declared Exton Park winemaker Corinne Seely as she introduced her latest wine to the press in London this morning. “It’s not…
Read MoreNursery pot is a tasty new addition to the menu at the Ivy
Sweet treats have been added to the menu at a prestigious Edinburgh venue. As a celebration of the summer season, The Ivy on the Square has added additional delicious delights to its already scrumptious afternoon tea offerings. Available from Sunday, 1 July until Friday, 31 August, The Ivy Nursery Pot features an indulgent chocolate topping,…
Read MoreThis summery selection of Bordeaux will sparkle at BBQs
Think all Bordeaux is red? Think again. Peter Ranscombe picks whites, rosé and fizz for spring and summer days. BORDEAUX has something of a dual identity. At the top end, it crafts some of the most-expensive wines on the planet, which sell for hundreds of pounds per bottle. Yet France’s best-known wine region is also…
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