The Wine and Spirit Trade Association (WSTA) this week held a celebration of Welsh wine and spirits at the National Assembly for Wales, giving some of the finest local wine and spirit producers the chance to engage with AM’s and showcase their products.   The event was hosted in conjunction with Janet Finch-Saunders, Assembly Member for Aberconwy, as part of the WSTA’s drive to raise awareness of the great British drinks industry.   The Welsh wine and spirit industry…

Britain’s supermarket wine aisles are paved with Gold, Silver and Bronze according to the latest results of the International Wine Challenge, announced today. A flurry of medals was awarded to own-brand and exclusive wines at Tranche One of the world-renowned wine competition, highlighting how lucky UK shoppers can get their hands on world-class wines from their local stores. A total of 222 Gold, Silver and Bronze medals were awarded to supermarket own-brand and exclusive wines, with Marks & Spencer trouncing…

I recently had the pleasure of taking the family for a meal at Le Bistrot Pierre. We attended at 5.30pm and a few couples arrived at the same time.  We were taken to our seats and given menus for us as well as menus for the children.  I am always impressed when restaurants cater specially for children too.  They also brought over some colouring pencils to keep them occupied before food. As I looked around I noticed the room oozed class…