Europe
Historic Hamburg is Virtually Cool
As usual I drew the short straw. A glamorous fairy and a dashing pirate were up for grabs. But somehow, I ended up as a rather rotund and balding monk! Yes, it was only virtual […]
Articles by Our Man On The Ground
Drinks
Amázzoni Gin
Last week a group of us were transported to the Rainforest, not in Brazil, but rather here in the heart of London, to sample Brazil’s first Craft Gin. The evening was to celebrate the partnership […]
Wine
Exton Park Launch Pinot Meunier Rosé
Exton Park, the award-winning 60-acre Hampshire vineyard, has just launched a new single varietal wine, the Pinot Meunier Rosé Plot 4, which, with its unique terroir, pure chalk soils, meticulous growing and production methods, along […]
Europe
Celebrate Gothenburg’s 400th Anniversary
Taking time out to have fun is a way of life for the Swedish and the locals living in the 2nd city of Gothenburg are gearing up for a year of celebrations as it marks […]
Europe
When in Rome – Do What the Romans Do – Go to Frascati
Just half an hour’s drive or train ride from the centre of Rome is the medieval city of Frascati, one of several historic hill towns to the south-east of Rome collectively called ‘Castelli Romani’. It’s […]
Culture
The Cher Show is a Musical Genius
The Goddess of Pop was in town and “Turning Back Time’’ with a loud and brash show that sent the crowd wild. Despite being warned pre-show not to join in with the singing, many at […]
Food
Stilton – The King of English Cheeses
Only six places in the three English counties are licensed to produce the King of English cheeses. Four of the licensed dairies are based in the Vale of Belvoir. Stilton’s provenance is Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire and […]
Book Reviews
Secrets From USA’s National Parks
Natural wonders are the highlights of travelling and the USA has plenty to see in their national parks. From Yosemite to the Grand Canyon and Death Valley to Big Sur, there is 84 million acres […]
Cruises
Surge in Demand for Cruise Holidays
Cruise Holidays are more popular than ever according to the latest study carried out by the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA). The new data reveals that the demand and perception of cruising has surpassed post-pandemic […]
Wine
Fifty One Degrees North – UK’s Most Expensive Sparkling Wine
Gusbourne Estate, based in Appledore in Kent, who own 16 vineyards across Kent and West Sussex, has just produced the UK’s most expensive sparkling wine and what it claims to be the most definitive expression […]