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Best Bars & Pubs in Killarney in 2026

Killarney is the glittering jewel in Ireland’s tourism crown with some of the best pubs around. The Kerry town is as synonymous with ancient history and breathtaking vistas as it is with a thriving nightlife and what we Irish call ‘the craic’. Victorian poet Edmund O’Rourke may have spoken of Killarney being the place where […] The post Best Bars & Pubs in Killarney in 2026 appeared first on Muckross Irish Gin .

Tom Kerridge spearheading new campaign to cut hospitality vat to 10%

Hospitality businesses, teams and organisations are urged to sign a new petition calling for Government to cut hospitality VAT to 10%, in line with Europe. Chef Tom Kerridge is spearheading #VATsTheProblem, a new sector-wide campaign uniting hospitality businesses and teams, high-profile chefs, and sector trade bodies and organisations. The campaign’s single ask is for the...

Portugal’s Most Exclusive Honeymoon Destinations: For the Traveler Who Has Seen It All

Portugal’s Most Exclusive Honeymoon Destinations For couples who have already explored the world’s classic honeymoon destinations,  from the Maldives to the Amalfi Coast,  Portugal offers something increasingly rare: authenticity, privacy, and understated sophistication. Beyond the famous cities and resort towns lies a collection of extraordinary places where slow travel, nature, culture, and wine come together effortlessly.

A wine of straw

In the world of fashion, there’s the premise that all styles come back around, something like every 20 years. This happens to be extremely good news as the skinny jean fad was killing me and I’ve been waiting to buy new “baggy” jeans for what seems like time inmemorable. I have the distinct impression the world of fashion doesn’t apply when it comes to wines and more specifically when talking about sweet, dessert wines. The zenith would probably be during the Goût Russe Champagne period which saw this treacly sparkling […] For full access, please log in or purchase a subscription.

🇮🇹 Due uomini. Due calici. Una missione: sembrare intellettuali. 📖🍷

🇮🇹 Due uomini. Due calici. Una missione: sembrare intellettuali. 📖🍷 🍇 Un sorso per capire. 📚 Una pagina per raccontare. 🍷 Un brindisi per ricordare. Perché il vino migliore non è solo quello che si beve, ma quello che lascia qualcosa da raccontare. 🇬🇧 Two men. Two glasses. A mission: to appear intellectual. 📖🍷 🍇 […] L'articolo 🇮🇹 Due uomini. Due calici. Una missione: sembrare intellettuali. 📖🍷 proviene da TanninTime: E-Commerce Vini Artigianali, Vegani, Biologici .

Baker the Bougy Wine Dog on Chardonnay, Pinot, and Burgundy

The Region: Burgundy I know you’re asking “how does the wine dog hold a pen without opposable thumbs? The answer is- if he can hold a wine glass […]

Cantina Trevigiana

Cantina Trevigiana is a prominent Italian cooperative winery established in 1948, based in the Veneto region near Treviso, specialising in sparkling wines like Prosecco DOC. Renowned for producing high-quality, authentic Prosecco DOC Treviso Extra Dry, it offers exceptional value and is ideal for aperitifs, cocktails, or paired with light dishes. Prosecco DOC Treviso Extra Dry…

Whiskey Review: Bushmills Red Bush Irish Whiskey

Introduction This week, we’re checking out Bushmills Red Bush , an affordable Irish whiskey aimed squarely at bourbon drinkers. It’s a non-age stated blend of single malt and grain whiskey, aged for at least three years , and matured exclusively in first-fill ex-bourbon barrels —unlike the standard Bushmills white label, which uses a combo of bourbon and sherry casks. Bushmills Black Bush, which we’ll review next week, leans in the opposite direction with solely sherry cask aging , so Red Bush represents one half of their flavor spectrum. Whether you're a bourbon loyalist or a curious whiskey drinker, Red Bush is positioned as an approachable gateway into the world of Irish whiskey—and we’re here to put that to the test. This review is taken from our episode  "The Princess Bride / Bushmills Red Bush" Click the link to listen to this review in audio format. Nose Bob: Like a lot of Irish whiskeys, I'm getting a ton of melon on this. I think it's l

Hawke’s Bay Wine Makes Strong Impression In Melbourne

Hawke’s Bay Wine recently delivered its first major Australian market activation as part of the Hawke’s Bay Wine Export Strategy, with a highly successful trade showcase held in Melbourne. Hosted at the historic Kelvin Club, the event brought together leading Australian trade, sommeliers, media and wine professionals for a day dedicated to discovering the depth, […]

Everything You Need To Know About Zinfandel

Announcing the Homebrew Emporium Winter Grain Buy!

Announcing the Homebrew Emporium Winter Grain Buy! Didn’t get all the grain you wanted from Santa? You can treat yourself right now! Save on full sacks of grain during this grain buy Order by January 31st Pickup by February 15th You can contact us with your order or with questions by phone, email or in […]

A Wine Lover’s Diary, part 1021: An Embrace, a Farce, a Launch and a Competition

Monday, May 18th: Dinner: shrimp in cream sauce with rice. And a bottle of Riverlore Sauvignon Blanc 2025. Tuesday, May 19th: Dinner: chicken wings with a bottle of Stratus White 2010. Wednesday, May 20th: My choral practice, so I had … Continue reading →

Monticello Wine Trail Announces 2026 Monticello Cup Gold Medal Winners

The Monticello Wine Trail has officially announced the 2026 Monticello Cup Gold Medal Winners, recognizing excellence in winemaking across the Monticello American Viticultural Area (AVA) and celebrating the depth, diversity, and continued momentum of Virginia wine. Organized by wine educator and writer Frank Morgan, the Monticello Cup competition highlights standout winesfrom across the region, judged […]

8 Producers You Should Know to Get Into Sake

Asian-American bars are experiencing a wave of popularity in the U.S. — as are the beverages they serve. For the first half of 2025, the U.S. was the largest global importer of sake from Japan by volume, according to the Japan Sake and Shochu Makers Association. By value, the U.S. ranks second, just behind China. Beyond the data, sake is increasingly represented on menus at restaurants of various cuisines. The article 8 Producers You Should Know to Get Into Sake appeared first on VinePair .

POUR SOME LOVE IS BACK — AND THIS TIME, IT'S ALL ABOUT GAMAY

Last summer, we opened up the cellar and invited a small group of wine lovers to step behind the curtain of our Love & Squalor Pinot Noir. You tasted through vineyard tiers, debated blending ratios with Matt and Alana, and went home with notebooks full of scribbled percentages and strong opinions. It was one of our favorite nights of the year. So we're doing it again — and this time, we're turning our attention to Gamay Noir. POUR SOME LOVE: Blending Event with Matt, Alana & Jess June 25th | 6–8 PM $45 General | $25 Club Members | Limited to 20 People Gamay is a grape that rewards experimentation. It's expressive, layered, and surprisingly versatile — and we've been working with several different barrels this vintage that each tell a slightly different story. On June 25th, we will walk you through a tasting of our barrelled Gamay Noirs, starting with finished wines so you have a reference point, then diving into the barrel samples themselves. From there, it's your turn. You'll play wit