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HK wine traders tap innovation to survive market shrink
Facing sober youth, cooling domestic spending, and shifting consumer habits, wine and spirits merchants in Hong Kong are reinventing their playbooks, betting on product innovation to stay afloat. SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT The annual…
New Hall Wine Estate in Essex celebrates hot weather boom
Winemakers in Essex have said the future is looking bright for the industry as the grape harvest got under way early in the county's Crouch Valley. The New Hall Wine Estate in Purleigh has been making wine since 1969, completing its first harvest…
Turning point' for one type of English wine after hot 2026 summer
England may be famous for its sparkling wine, but the exceptionally hot and dry summer of 2026 could prove to be a turning point for another variety, an expert in wine has said. Around seven in every 10 bottles of English wine produced are…
Drink-driver who'd had bottle of wine and vodka 'couldn't remember' driving
A drink-driver who had a bottle wine and small bottle of vodka admitted he had no memory of getting behind the wheel. A concerned member of the public dialled 999 to report a suspected intoxicated driver on the A69, near Bardon Mill, in…
10 Forgotten Mecha Anime That Have Aged Like Fine Wine
There's been a rich relationship between anime and the heightened theatrics of mecha storytelling that goes all the way back to Tetsujin 28-go from the 1950s. Mecha titles have always been a reliable means of sci-fi chaos and action that…
The Top Tech Trends at IFA Berlin 2026
IFA Berlin has often been a place to see cutting-edge tech, cool concepts, and interesting prototypes (or should we say weird ?). While there certainly have been some of those this year, like iRobot's Roomba Duo, various humanoid demos, and a…
Fairwinds Estate Winery Sells for $12.8M in Calistoga
The fire-scarred Fairwinds Estate Winery property at 4550 Silverado Trail in Calistoga has sold for an estimated $12.8 million, and its new owners are turning the site into a private, members-only grape-growing estate called The Calistoga Club. A…
Inside the Reigate Caves once used as a cellar and air raid shelter
Lewis Mason, in Reigate and Patrick Barlow, South East Behind an unassuming door within a road tunnel, Peter Burgess switches on some dim lights in a hidden cave and waits for them to warm up. It's the darkness and silence of a cave that gives it…
Olive green is trending for autumn and Primark's £10 gingham tablecloth nails the stylish look
If you're anything like us, you're probably itching for the crisp days and chilly nights to arrive, so decorating your home for autumn can feel fully justified. While September has arrived, the warm summer weather is still lingering - and we're so…
Inside the Reigate Caves once used as a cellar and air raid shelter
Behind an unassuming door within a road tunnel, Peter Burgess switches on some dim lights in a hidden cave and waits for them to warm up. It's the darkness and silence of a cave that gives it an eerie stillness, but the one that he is showing us is…
Six beautiful Christmas markets you can reach on Eurostar - including new route
A European Christmas market is an amazing way to get into the festive spirit. The historic city backdrops, authentic food and drink, and unique gifts all make it a must-do in the run up to Christmas. Eurostar can be a good alternative to flying for…
City 'filled with little markets' perfect for a Christmas weekend trip
As summer draws to a close, many of us will enjoy a quiet autumn before the frenzied run-up to Christmas. And getting ready for St Nick is as much a part of the joy of Christmas as the big day on December 25. That's why millions of Britons turn…
Oysters, steak, martinis and no hype make this new NOLA bistro a refreshing delight
We started with fig martinis the color of a violet sunset for an early dinner in that liminal hour between summer afternoon and evening. There would be raw oysters, medium rare steak and a whole grilled fish to share, which form the foundation at…
Young Malaysians brew goal for traditional tuak drink to become national success
At Raffly Langi's family longhouse in Sarawak, on Malaysian Borneo, the tuak rice wine did not come in a branded bottle or a tasting flight. His aunt has brewed the drink for Gawai, the harvest festival celebrated by Dayak communities, an umbrella…
Beyond the tourist traps: How top chefs are revamping London's Southbank
Our Culture Editor's curated guide to the capital's hottest tickets, must-see exhibitions, and the best places to eat and drink – delivered twice weekly. I would like to be emailed about offers, event and updates from Evening Standard. Read…
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