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Team behind Bar Copains reboots Potts Point institution as French wine bar
After a rocky 18 months for one of the top blue-chip food strips in the country, Challis Avenue in Potts Point has some early spring in its step, with one of the city's hottest hospitality groups relaunching local institution La Buvette over the…
The super-rich are building Swiss bunkers to stash their Ferraris, gold and fine wine
California's super-rich have plenty of luxury bunkers to choose from — but this one takes doomsday prepping to a whole new level. A massive network of underground vaults is being carved into the Swiss Alps, offering the ultra-wealthy a…
California wine grape growers are burning their vines, and disease isn't the reason
California growers have removed more than 100,000 acres of healthy vineyards in recent years, according to industry estimates. In the last two, 1.2 million tons of wine grapes have reportedly been left to rot on the vine. This may seem…
11 Years Later, Matt Damon's All-Star Sci-Fi Thriller Aged Like Fine Wine
Earlier this year, on March 20, 2026, Ryan Gosling pulled movie-goers' heartstrings in his sci-fi adventure film, Project Hail Mary. Directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, the movie, which is based on Andy Weir 's bestselling novel, follows…
Palm Beach Food & Wine Festival unveils 2026 events, celebrity chefs and ticket sales
PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. — The Palm Beach Food & Wine Festival will return Dec. 10-13 with more than 20 culinary events happening across eight cities throughout Palm Beach County, according to festival organizers. The four-day festival will…
California craft distillers push lawmakers to make direct-to-consumer shipping permanent
For California's craft distilleries, the ability to ship directly to customers has become an important way to reach consumers beyond their tasting rooms and local restaurants. But that could change if lawmakers choose not to pass legislation…
The Chillable Red Revolution: How to Curate the Perfect Transitional Wine Program
As the stifling heat of late summer begins to soften into the crisp, unpredictable evenings of early autumn, restaurant operators face a familiar seasonal dilemma. Your guests are naturally shifting their mindsets. They are putting away their linen…
Best Balsamic Vinegar 2026 | Our Top Tested Picks - Forbes Vetted
Balsamic vinegar is a pantry staple, but not all bottles are created equal. The best balsamic vinegars balance sweetness and acidity with a rich flavor and satisfyingly thick consistency. Emily Lycopolus, author of The Olive Oil and Vinegar Lover's…
Dua Lipa Just Modernized This 1800s Style Trend
Nobody vacations like Dua Lipa, and the star has the passport stamps and wardrobe to prove it. While in Italy celebrating film director Ella Jenkin's bachelorette, Lipa continued that streak this week with an eye-catching boho-chic look, similar to…
Heat putting South West's winemakers in 'uncharted territory
Winemakers have said the sustained period of hot dry weather has left them in 'uncharted territory.' Sam Lindo from Camel Valley, near Bodmin, said he may not be able to match the flavours of the company's normal crisp wines because the heat had…
Pinot Noir: The Heartbreak Grape
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Pinot Noir: The heartbreak grape
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Canada seeks to avert new US tariffs as deadline looms
Fresh US tariffs are due to take effect on a range of Canadian goods after midnight Tuesday, as Ottawa seeks a deal to avert President Donald Trump's planned 50-percent duties. Trump signed orders for the new wave of tariffs last month, with the…
Satellite S.B. Shutting Down
Satellite S.B., which brought a strong natural wine community to the heart of downtown Santa Barbara, will close its doors after nearly a decade in business on September 13. Owner Drew Cuddy — who opened the business in the front room of a…
New Venue for Sippin' and Spinnin'
Among the multitude of places to chill in the Santa Ynez Valley, we can now add the aptly named Analogue Room. It is a unique concept and hangout zone, with rotating vinyl and a rotating wine list, nestled in the Founders' Square area of Solvang…
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