’Tis the season to drink bubbly – but do you know your Crémant from your Cava? David Harker, owner of...
Looking for cheese pairings with a twist this Christmas? Whitley Bay cheesemonger and International Cheese Awards judge Hannah Bramble of...
Stumped about how to make the most of all those long summer evenings in the sunshine? Look no further than this month’s pick of top tipples, wine merchants, bottle shops, distilleries and more Carruthers & Kent Newcastle Enoteca Carruthers & Kent is a thriving wine and bottle shop, deli and...
Egg nog is the new black, in drinks terms at least, and if you’re in with the in-crowd (and your...
Newcastle Wine School owner David Harker explores the food and wine of Spain’s most popular holiday destinations The wine curious...
As autumn brings with it a switch from light pale ales to darker ruby reds and deep, dark porters, we offer up 10 of the best regional ales to take you into the dark nights Unless you’re up for hypothermia, your days supping pale ale and cider in sun-drenched beer...
There’s a wine for each season – warming winter reds, spring whites and summer rosé, while shades of orange suit autumn...
You know the thing – you’ve got the neighbours coming in for a beer or three and while they might...
David Harker, owner of Newcastle Wine School, takes a fresh look at a famous wine Do you want to know a secret? The next big thing in wine is going to be sherry… Again. Sherry is always on the cusp of a revival, thanks to the wishful thinking of wine...
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, shares his advice on the perfect cheese and wine pairings Some couples come...
Seeking festive tipples to suit everyone? Try these… Anarchy Brew Co A stalwart of the North East’s craft brewing scene, Simon and Dawn Miles’ Anarchy brewery and tap at Benfield Business Park, Newcastle, hosts a range of events from brewery tours to gigs. Brewing up to four times a week...




















