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Wine & Spirits Fair returns to spotlight emerging regions and top Chinese baijiu brands
The Hong Kong International Wine & Spirits Fair, serving as a one-stop sourcing platform for global buyers, is set to return from November 5 to 7, spotlighting emerging wine regions and top Chinese baijiu brands to showcase Hong Kong's dual role of…
Price of a pint could rise 2p - and wine by 13p a bottle - in Budget bombshell
The cost of a pint could rise another 2p in the Budget, drinkers were warned. A bottle of wine would go up another 13p, gin by 42p and whisky by 37p if the Chancellor keeps to an inflation-linked increase in alcohol duty from next February. Booze…
Raise Your Glass For A Great Cause: Wine Under The Roof Comes To Bella Vida
This event promises to warm hearts, palates, and our sense of community all at once. One more week to purchase tickets, through Nov. 3. Individual tickets are $125 and tables, $1,000. Your ticket includes a very Happy Hour under the stars, a…
JAJA Natural Wine Bar Opens on Madison Avenue in Albany
A storefront that spent 52 years fixing bicycles is now pouring biodynamic wine. JAJA Natural Wine Bar opened at 466 Madison Avenue in Albany, in the space long occupied by Downtube Bicycle Works, bringing a curated lineup of natural wines…
EastEnders legend seen with full head of hair as fans say 'aged like fine wine
Jake Wood finds himself at the heart of a compelling EastEnders plotline as Walford businessman Max Branning. The Albert Square resident was recently put under pressure by his estranged wife Cindy Beale (Michelle Collins) after she discovered he…
John Healey plan for people ordering pints or wine at pubs from Wednesday
John Healey's plan for people ordering pints in pubs from Wednesday has been leaked. The Labour Party Chancellor is set to sting new charges on pub punters ordering pints. In his Autumn Budget, Mr Healey is expected o add an extra 2p to the price…
Ted Lasso actor explains reason for rejecting Celebrity Traitors
Ted Lasso star Hannah Waddingham has revealed she turned down an invitation to compete in the first series of the BBC's The Celebrity Traitors because she was too frightened of the show's eerie atmosphere and challenges. Speaking on The Jennifer…
Manhunt for A66 crash victim's dad who attacked celebrant at funeral
An arrest warrant has been issued for the dad of a teenager who died in a crash on the A66 after he attacked a celebrant at a funeral. Gye Worthy, 40, failed to attend Teesside Magistrates' Court where he was due to be sentenced for assault…
Will Ferrell visits Row House in Pittsburgh's Lawrenceville neighborhood
Will Ferrell visited the Row House movie theater in Pittsburgh's Lawrenceville neighborhood on Monday. The Row House posted a photo of 'the one and only' Will Ferrell to Instagram, saying he stopped by 'to say hello.' 'He didn't see a movie!' the…
When Did Everyone Become a Sommelier?
The term “sommelier” used to mean wine. Now, it could mean tea and water, too—and, depending on whom you ask, olive oil, honey, even hot sauce. The title has stretched far enough to earn an eye roll; the surprise is how often…
Mirror readers debate whether booze and cigarettes should be more heavily taxed
Chancellor John Healey is set to give his inaugural Budget tomorrow and could set inflation-linked increases to booze duty while hitting smokers with higher taxes amid growing pressure to find key services - The Mirror asks, should these be taxed…
From Baku's waterfront to the Greater Caucasus: a new winter destination within reach
Modern ski resorts, competitive prices and a growing calendar of international competitions are putting Azerbaijan's mountains on the winter tourism map. Baku is the lowest-lying capital city in the world. Yet a few hours' drive from its Caspian…
South Africa is set to be the trending tourist destination of 2027 - here's why, and where to stay
South Africa has long been famed for its golden-hour safaris. But look beyond the iconic wildlife and it won't take you long to recognise it as a destination rich in multi-dimensional magic. It's the kind of place where, as soon as you visit, you…
Arrest warrant for dad of A66 teen over funeral assault
An arrest warrant has been issued for a man who attacked a celebrant at the funeral of his son, one of five men and two police officers killed in a head-on crash. Gye Worthy, 40, admitted common assault and resisting arrest at his son's funeral at…
John Healey set to target drinkers as price of pint expected to jump by 2p
The price of a pint is set to rise by 2p. John Healey is expected to increase alcohol duty in line with inflation at the Budget which could add costs for drinkers and put further pressure on pubs and hospitality businesses. The Chancellor is…
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