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independent.co.uk - James C. Reynolds - The alcoholic beverage French are drinking over wine amid cost-of-living crisis
The alcoholic beverage French are drinking over wine amid cost-of-living crisis
The Independent

France has consumed more beer than wine for the first time, with wine consumption reaching its lowest level since 1957, attributed to rising living costs and changing drinking habits among younger generations. According to the International…

independent.co.uk - James C. Reynolds - French people drinking more beer than wine for first time as cost of living soars
French people drinking more beer than wine for first time as cost of living soars
The Independent

France is drinking more beer than wine for the first time as the growing cost of living changes drinking habits among young people, figures show. According to the International Organisation of Vine and Wine (OIV), the French drank 22 million…

sfchronicle.com - Jess Lander - This little known wine brand just scooped up a piece of a $65 million legacy Napa Valley estate
This little known wine brand just scooped up a piece of a $65 million legacy Napa Valley estate
San Francisco Chronicle

Almost a year ago, a prime Napa Valley wine estate, complete with a high-tech winery and 13,000 square feet of caves, hit the market for $65 million. It finally has a buyer — but only for one of its three hillside vineyards. The owners of…

radaronline.com - Bryan Brunati - Roseanne Barr Rages 'They Eat Babies' in Bizarre Resurfaced Comments - After Comic is Booted From Granddaughter's Recital Over Wine Rant
Roseanne Barr Rages 'They Eat Babies' in Bizarre Resurfaced Comments - After Comic is Booted From Granddaughter's Recital Over Wine Rant
RadarOnline

Roseanne Barr 's bizarre comments about Hollywood powerhouses eating babies have resurfaced, RadarOnline.com can reveal, after the comic was booted from her granddaughter's recital. In 2024, the now 73-year-old sat down with conservative mouthpiece…

thedrinksbusiness.com - Ron Emler - Olivier Goudet increases Treasury Wine Estates stake
Olivier Goudet increases Treasury Wine Estates stake
The Drinks Business

French billionaire Olivier Goudet has increased his holding in Treasury Wine Estates, reinforcing support for the Australian wine giant as it prepares to unveil a long-term recovery strategy. The move comes as investors closely watch chief…

independent.com - Indy Staff - May 23 - June 30, 2026: 'SYV Pride' Returns to Solvang and Santa Ynez Valley Wine Country
May 23 - June 30, 2026: 'SYV Pride' Returns to Solvang and Santa Ynez Valley Wine Country
The Santa Barbara Independent

Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. May 18, 2026 – Solvang, CA – Santa Barbara County nonprofit, Santa Ynez Valley Pride (http://www.SYVPride.org), is planning for their fifth annual Pride…

thedrinksbusiness.com - James Bayley - I don't want people to buy Palestinian wines because they feel bad about Palestine
I don't want people to buy Palestinian wines because they feel bad about Palestine
The Drinks Business

James Bayley meets Franco-Palestinian chef Fadi Kattan and sommelier Anna Patrowicz to explore a wine region older than Burgundy, where producers navigate military checkpoints and water rationed to once every 40 days to make bottles they hope will…

theguardian.com - Guardian staff reporter - John Oliver on factoring companies: 'This industry is full of predators'
John Oliver on factoring companies: 'This industry is full of predators'
The Guardian

John Oliver took aim at factoring companies on his HBO show and the industry that takes advantage of people with structured settlements. On Last Week Tonight, he explained that the story grew out of “the JG fucking Wentworth ads”…

bbc.co.uk - Oscar Edwards - Glass deposit scheme for Wales 'risks major problems' for retail
Glass deposit scheme for Wales 'risks major problems' for retail
BBC

The owner of a historic wine merchant has said a new recycling scheme risks 'major problems' for Wales' retail industry. James Tanner said the decision to bring in the deposit return scheme (DRS) from October 2027 could cause alcohol retailers to…

forbes.com - Noel Burgess - Rooftop Cocktails, Dirty Milk And Tequila Drinks At Graton Casino
Rooftop Cocktails, Dirty Milk And Tequila Drinks At Graton Casino
Forbes

AYA signals Graton Casino & Resort's new focus on rooftop drinks, Sonoma County dining and nightlife. At Graton Casino & Resort, the most interesting new action may be happening far from the casino floor. It's on a rooftop patio at golden hour…

forbes.com - Noel Burgess - E.J. Lagasse Is Making Emeril's Dangerous Again
E.J. Lagasse Is Making Emeril's Dangerous Again
Forbes

E.J. Lagasse, chef and co-owner of Emeril's in New Orleans, is leading the family flagship into a new Michelin-starred era. At Emeril's in New Orleans, E.J. Lagasse is turning fine dining into a high-wire act of Michelin stars, family pressure…

theweek.com - Catherine Garcia, The Week US - 10 of the best food markets in the world
10 of the best food markets in the world
The Week

Food markets are a gift for travelers. Many of the tastes and flavors of a region are conveniently in one spot, the produce is often as fresh as it gets and you can meet the farmers, butchers, cheesemakers, fishmongers and chefs. These 10 markets…

forbes.com - Claudia Alarcón - Taittinger Is Now Served At Every Holland America Sailaway Celebration
Taittinger Is Now Served At Every Holland America Sailaway Celebration
Forbes

The partnership between Holland America Line and Taittinger Champagne include bespoke labels of the storied house's Brut Reserve, served during sailaway celebrations and at every restaurant and bar onboard. Champagne has been present at the launch…

globenewswire.com - Maison Pommery & AssociƩs - MAISON POMMERY & ASSOCIES : Notice of meeting of the general meeting of holders of the bonds issued on 14 May 2019 and maturing on 19 June 2026 to amend their terms and conditions
MAISON POMMERY & ASSOCIES : Notice of meeting of the general meeting of holders of the bonds issued on 14 May 2019 and maturing on 19 June 2026 to amend their terms and conditions
GlobeNewswire

Notice of meeting of the general meeting of holders of the bonds issued on 14 May 2019 and maturing on 19 June 2026 to amend their terms and conditions (ISIN: BE0002654359 – Common Code: 199972634) Following its press release of 27 April…

bbc.co.uk - Dave Harvey - Why global conflicts have sparked a major rise in solar power
Why global conflicts have sparked a major rise in solar power
BBC

Dave HarveyWest of England business and environment correspondent '[Solar panels are] all about saving money now, not just sustainability.' Those are the words of the founder of a small solar power firm who sums up the shift in the industry neatly.

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