The basics of hosting a dinner party

As our thoughts turn to hosting friends and family in our homes, it may be tempting to plan the “perfect” dinner party. But with just a few key ingredients – namely good food, delicious wine and excellent company – it’s far easier to throw a dinner party that you’ll enjoy just as much as your […]

No.3 magazine: Autumn/Winter 2022

We’re delighted to reveal the latest edition of our No.3 magazine, which explores the theme of “storytelling”. It’s landing on doorsteps this week, and it’s also available to pick up in our shops. Here’s a peek at what you can expect to see inside. As golden leaves carpet the streets of our towns and cities, […]

Own Selection food pairings for early autumn

The return of fresh mornings and ever-darker evenings heralds autumn’s approach. This transitional back-to-school season marks a shift in the dishes we crave: out with the barbecues and bright salads, in with chicken pie and salmon en croûte. Such fare, inevitably, calls for delicious wines to match – and our Own Selection range is perfect […]

Davy Żyw on his journey with MND

In his quest to drive awareness of Motor Neurone Disease and raise funds for crucial research, our Buyer Davy Żyw has explored the northernmost reaches of Scotland. What he discovered was a remarkable adventure, and a particularly special whisky cask.   In April 2018, Davy Żyw received the life-changing diagnosis of Motor Neurone Disease (MND). It’s […]