Demi Sec and Blanc de Noirs are the two new expressions launched this July by Jay-Z’s Champagne brand Armand de Brignac, a house rated among the best Champagnes in the world. The prestige cuvée range is bringing a completely new element to this artisanal Champagnes. Armand de Brignac Demi Sec and Armand de Brignac Blanc … Read more
The New Tiffany in Selfridges London. Tiffany London has relocated to a larger, enhanced space in Selfridges London fashion hub. The space features a unique ceiling sculpture by Saraceno, whose work is informed by the worlds of art, architecture, natural sciences and engineering. This piece extends the exploration of light, refraction and facets that can … Read more
Champagne and Burgundy vineyards join UNESCO World Heritage. France’s Champagne terroirs and the unique climate of Burgundy were added to the UNESCO World Heritage list on July 4th. The unique French candidates reviewed by the UNESCO committee this year, Burgundy and Champagne were the only terroirs added to the World Heritage list this year. This … Read more
Paris’ Most Glamourous Party of the Year? On April 16th, The Peninsula Hotels celebrated its grand opening with guests from around the world and “le tout Paris”. While the festivities proceeded, the back-of-house was a hive of activity in a celebration of the art of hospitality and gastronomy. The menu developed by Executive Chef Jean-Edern Hurstel … Read more
Piper-Heidsieck named the exclusive champagne of the Oscars. The French Champagne House Piper-Heidsieck, known worldwide for the red of its label and the gold of its wine, will be the exclusive champagne of the Oscars. A three-year partnership with the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will begin with this year’s 87th Academy Awards … Read more
Married in a cellar and given Dom Pérignon’s book by the priest, Madame Clicquot’s verve made her business a success