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Bloodbath' hits wine country as millennials and boomers abandon alcohol
America's wine industry is grappling with one of its most painful downturns in decades as younger consumers cut back on drinking and baby boomers age out of the market — reshaping alcohol habits nationwide. The trend has contributed to more…
Meet the new Chronicle Wine newsletter
You may have noticed that this newsletter has a new title — simply, “Chronicle Wine” — and with that, it also has a new author. That's me, Jess Lander. I've been the Chronicle's wine reporter for the past four years, so…
Wines of Georgia appoints Glodow Nead Communications as US PR partner
Wines of Georgia has appointed Glodow Nead Communications to lead its communications strategy in the US as the category continues to gain traction in the market. Wines of Georgia has named Glodow Nead Communications as its PR and communications…
Booming gold explorers are buying up wineries
A gold exploration company has bought multiple vineyards in Victoria's west. The price of gold has skyrocketed in recent months, while local growers say the wine industry has been damaged by oversupply, crippling tariffs and changing drinking…
The NYC Wine Hit List, Spring 2026 Edition: Stars, Il Buco, Liar Liar, and More - Resy | Right This Way
We said it before and we'll say it again — Stars is truly the wine bar that New York has been waiting for. Founded by Chase Sinzer and Joshua Pinsky (Penny, Claud), the place packs a whole lot of ambiance into a pocket-sized space, featuring…
Portland French wine bar and restaurant Elizabeth opening this spring
The owner of Crown Jewel on Great Diamond Island plans to open a new French wine bar and restaurant on Wharf Street in April. Owner Alex Wight said the venue, Elizabeth, is now in the midst of its permitting process. The 1,200-square-foot, 40-seat…
Red Boat's new venture: Silicon Valley engineer sudden career pivot to his own fish sauce company and then to fine wine
If you met Cuong Pham twenty years ago, you would think you had found a man who achieved the American Dream. A refugee from Vietnam, Pham came to the United States in the 1980s and became an engineer at one of Silicon Valley's most valued…
Whole Foods Market to double its UK stores by opening six new outlets
It's widely viewed as Britain's most upmarket supermarket, known by regulars for its organic produce, premium experience and speciality items. Now, Whole Foods Market has unveiled plans to open six new stores in London over the next three months -…
EF Language Abroad invests in future of immersive language learning with Malta and Cape Town campuses
Zurich / Malta / Cape Town – March 2026 EF Language Abroad has announced the relocation and expansion of two major international language campuses in Malta and Cape Town, marking a significant investment in global student mobility, learning…
Foods with meaty flavours you never knew were vegetarian
Classic 'meaty' snacks may have to be renamed under Labour's EU reset deal READ MORE: Jamie Oliver announces return of his Italian chain The news that classic snacks such as chicken Pot Noodle may need to be renamed has come as a surprise to fans…
What your favourite drink says about you, according to science
READ MORE: What your favourite WINE says about you, according to science Is your go–to drink at the pub a glass of wine or a whisky on the rocks? According to a new study, your answer says a lot about you. Researchers from the University of…
ChatGPT - what should I drink with dinner?
I am sure, if asked nicely, ChatGPT could write a serviceable “Silver Spoon” column. If asked to mimic me specifically, I suspect it would aspire to reach similar heights of dazzle and charm, but would naturally fail to get all of the…
5 New York Wines to Seek Out - According to Sara Velazquez of Slug Wine
Every other week, we ask someone with real experience and insight to share a quick “Top 5” from their world: design, hospitality, food, nature, and the quieter corners of culture that shape how we travel. It's a chance to hear…
Beer and sandwiches: At the Black Bull Inn in Sedbergh
You may be surprised to learn that Cumbria was invaded by the Axis powers in 1941. But how else would you explain the presence of a Japanese-German fusion pub at the base of the Howgills? At the Black Bull Inn you can chew on a kombucha oyster…
Tequila Is Out. Celebrities Are Creating Sober Drink Brands Now
In the aughts, it felt like every celebrity had their own vodka line. There was Sean “Diddy” Combs' partnership with Cîroc (since ended), Dan Aykroyd's Crystal Head Vodka (still going strong) and even a short-lived Trump Vodka…
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