Newcastle Wine School owner David Harker tells the story of English sparkling wine. Once dismissed as a hobby for amateur...
Hard seltzers are the new big thing in drinks, and the only one fully made and canned in Britain is...
David Harker, owner of Newcastle Wine School, explores the world of rosé wines Rosé is in the pink. While wine sales flounder, sales of rock star rosé are soaring. Quality is on the rise too, as savvy winemakers recognise the category’s commercial potential. Even in parts of the world where...
There’s a wine for each season – warming winter reds, spring whites and summer rosé, while shades of orange suit autumn...
Seeking festive tipples to suit everyone? Try these… Anarchy Brew Co A stalwart of the North East’s craft brewing scene,...
You know the thing – you’ve got the neighbours coming in for a beer or three and while they might be happy with a handful of Pringles, you want to offer up a little more. These simple homemade bar snacks may just save your social life… Cured meat crusty tapas They...
Ever been stumped about how to make the most of your summer rosé? No, we thought not, but just in...
As autumn brings with it a switch from light pale ales to darker ruby reds and deep, dark porters, we...
Not just for your granny, port is back in vogue. Derek Colsell of Lanchester Wines offers a guide to one of the world’s finest wines Port – or vinho do Porto – is arguably the greatest fortified wine in the world, its paramount expression, Vintage Port, ranking alongside the finest produce...
Looking for cheese pairings with a twist this Christmas? Whitley Bay cheesemonger and International Cheese Awards judge Hannah Bramble of...
Newcastle Wine School owner David Harker explores the world of sweet wines Short, dark days and bitter cold nights are...
’Tis the season to drink bubbly – but do you know your Crémant from your Cava? David Harker, owner of Newcastle Wine School, explores the fabulous world of fizz It’s likely the first sparkling wines were a happy accident – partially fermented wines which were bottled in winter and bubbled...
