With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, we ask our in-house mixologists to create a cocktail in-keeping with the spirit of romance, and, in a nod to the senses – explore how such aroma and flavour “potions” have evolved over time Perhaps one of the least discussed consequences of the digital age is its democratisation […]

This month our Head Chef Stewart Turner cooks up a truly indulgent feast for two – combining fresh, native lobster with shavings of truffle and macaroni cheese. Demetri Walters MW suggests the perfect vinous partners to balance the decadent flavours On the table: Macaroni cheese is comfort food nirvana, but here – with the addition […]

As both Valentine’s Day and Easter approach, Peter Newton – chocolate afficionado and member of our Fine Wine team – considers the parallels between fine chocolate and fine wine. With Valentine’s Day and Easter fast-approaching, acquiring an appropriate box of chocolates is top of the shopping list; but, as a new trend sweeps the chocolate market, the old go-to […]

Melt in the mouth, super simple and effortlessly impressive, this beautifully creamy panna cotta makes an elegant finale to your Valentine’s feast. Deliciously light and creamy, panna cotta has to be one of the simplest desserts to make and is a fantastic accompaniment to the sharp, forced rhubarb that has just come into season. It’s […]