Category: Epicurean
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What to Look Out For on The Label Before Purchasing a Bottle of Whisky
So, whisky is your favourite alcoholic beverage because it was the typical ‘love at first taste’ situation: one taste of the golden liquid on your tongue flowing down your throat was enough to convince you to forsake all others and pledge your undying devotion to this grain-based drink. Or, maybe you belong to the less…
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Is 2023 The Breakout Year for Nigerian Cuisine?
Nigerian music and even our movies may be popular all over the world, but this is not a fame our cuisine enjoys; although more people outside the continent are increasingly familiar with African dishes than they were 10 years ago. With recent events, however, it seems that this is set to change, and it has…
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Hennessy flirts with Fashion in a New Collection with Kim Jones
The Hennessy brand has been around for more than 200 years, and if there is anything it knows too well, it is that change and evolution are constant denominators for legacy brands. Which is why creative collaborations are commonplace. What is not common however is its latest project with Dior’s artistic director, Kim Jones, which…
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ASPIRE Velentine’s Edit: Say ‘I Love You’ with Deliciously Decadent Dishes
Let’s face it: as we grow older, themed celebrations like Valentine’s Day lose their lustre and with life constantly getting in our way, the magic of riding on the platform of a universal day to treat that special person to a beautiful, romantic experience fades away. But, challenges are never-ending, which is why it would…
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Emirates ups the ‘Flight Game’ with its In-Flight Exclusive Champagne Rights
There are many reasons why people choose to fly premium, and perhaps while this might not feature on their top ‘5 reasons why’ list, it is undeniable that the epicurean delights in this cabin are a perk that makes the flights more memorable. This is why top offerings like champagne and caviar are included in…
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Effervescence Events: Moët & Chandon illuminates the Holidays with Sparkling Champagne and Lights
Moët & Chandon, the French Maison whose champagne is synonymous with celebrations, is hosting the ‘Effervescence Events’ for the second year in a row, heralding an exciting new chapter in the centuries-long history of generosity and ‘savoir-fête.’ The series of events will start off with friends of the House around the world raising a glass…
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The World’s Only Hotel Clicquot pops up for the Second Time in Australia
Last year, Veuve Clicquot launched a unique hospitality experience dubbed Hotel Clicquot. In the coastal town of Byron Bay which is located in the far northeastern corner of New South Wales, Australia, the champagne house set up a pop-up hotel, where for a fixed period (2 nights), guests could immerse themselves in the brand and…
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We may all need to ‘Spill the Tea’ for a Healthier and Diabetes-Free Life
Actually, the more appropriate phrase here would be ‘pour the tea.’ But regardless of whichever one you choose to go with, it appears that drinking tea daily has an additional benefit: the aromatic beverage may help in reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes. The study that made the discovery Xiaying Li, a researcher at…
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In Conversation with Charles de Pontevès, Business Development Director AFME & GTR, Moët & Chandon
Moët & Chandon is a brand rooted in legacy, but one whose strong anchor to tradition has not stopped it from moving with the times. It is no wonder that it remains the number one champagne in the world. Including here in Africa. Currently, the Business Development Director for the region Africa, Middle East and…
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At the Atije Table, Chef Moyo Delivers an Elevated Fine Dining Experience
If you were to conjure up an image of the last meal you truly enjoyed, it would most likely be followed by a feeling of hunger or a desire to indulge in the pleasure of a delicious dish. But, as chef Moyo is trying to show with the Atije Experience, food can be so much…