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Californian wine boycotted by French wine merchants
Californian wine boycottin the centre of world foie gras production Wine merchants in Gers in southern France, the centre of world foie gras production, reacted to the ban of foie gras in California by a similar way. French merchants boycott Californian wine, as local winemakers are doing their bit to show solidarity to the region’s…
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Penfolds Ampoule high-priced vintage wine
To celebrate the provenance of truly extraordinary wine, Australian winery Penfolds have released a $170,000 limited edition glass Ampoule, containing 2004 Kalimna Block 42 Cabernet Sauvignon – a rare wine in a truly distinctive format. Nick Mount (Glass Sculpture Artist), Henrick Forster (Silversmith), Andrew Bartlett (Furniture craftsman) & Ray Leake (Scientific Glass Blower) have committed…
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The Cube pop-up restaurant debuts in London
The Cube by Electrolux launches in London After Brussels and Milan, pop-up semi-transparent restaurant The Cube by Electrolux has launched in London. For just four months, it will reside atop of London’s Royal Festival Hall – featuring the talents of some of the most exciting chefs in the UK who work with Electrolux…
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Candy & Candy debuts at Masterpiece London 2012 art and luxury fair
Candy & Candy – the brand that has become synonymous with the world’s most luxurious interiors – is making its debut appearance at Masterpiece London 2012 art and luxury fair showcasing jewelry, furniture and cars. Building on its outstanding success in 2010 and 2011, Masterpiece London 2012 showcases the best in fine and decorative arts…
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Sea vintages: great wine is produces under the sea
Sea vintages: wines ageing at sea Sea could be the secret of good wine. This myth is now tested by a trio of French wine lovers. Sea vintages that dates from the 18th century inspired a vineyard manager, a barrel maker and an oyster farmer to make an experiment above and below water. “I had…
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European Union bans exports of luxury goods to Syria
As violence surges in Syria, The European Union decided to ban the exports to Syria of luxury goods, including boats, with possible military applications. The new EU sanctions are designed partly to target the family of the Syrian president, in particular his wife Asma al-Assad, who is said to have continued shopping for luxury products…