Op zaterdag 24 oktober vindt de tweede editie plaats van het Wijnfestival van de Lage Landen. De mooiste wijnen van Belgische en Nederlandse wijnmakers komen naar Tilburg. Ontdek wat voor bijzondere wijnen er gemaakt worden tijdens een spetterend leuke avond vol met gastronomie & muziek, Bestel nu alvast je kaartjes op www.wijnfestivallagelanden.com.
The house Pierre Gerbais is based in Celles-sur-Ource, a small village in the Côte des Bar. It’s been family-run for 8 generations, now led by Aurélien Gerbais (who took over from his father Pascal). They farm about 18 hectares organically/sustainably (certified HVE) and have been working without herbicides since 1996. They’re known for championing Pinot Blanc
In the summer of 2020, I had the incredible privilege of visiting the legendary Auberge de L'Ill for the very first time. Nestled in the charming village of Illhaeusern, about 15 miles north of Colmar, this iconic restaurant sits in the heart of the beautiful Alsace region, surrounded by half-timbered houses, flowers, and the gentle
What, you ask, is the big difference between Château d’Esclans’ two crown jewels—Garrus and Les Clans? Well, let’s start by tossing the word big out of the window. These two don’t compete; they coexist like elegant siblings who both went to top universities but chose different majors. In the glass, they’re nearly identical—pale, poised, and
We won’t whisper. Not today. Today we sing—loudly, joyfully, a little off‑key perhaps—because Whispering Angel turns twenty. I still remember that night as if Provence itself pressed it into my memory. It was 2 July 2016, and I was gliding through the warm, inky darkness in a borrowed car, heading toward Château d’Esclans. The occasion:
The Netherlands offers no shortage of exceptional dining experiences, yet First stands apart—a hidden gem where the moment you cross the threshold, the world outside seems to pause. Here, in this intimate space shaped by care and craft, your day gently recedes, giving way to something more personal, more timeless. At the heart of First
Tucked away in one of The Hague’s quieter streets (Molenstraat), Winebar & Restaurant De Filosoof has grown into a beloved refuge for anyone who enjoys good conversation, honest mother-home cooking, and a wine list that dares to wander off the beaten path. Founded by the owner Ofran Badakhshani, who has a deep affection for both
End op september is an ideal moment to visit Portugal. Honestly it is always a good moment to travel to this beautiful wine country. Flying to Lisboa or Porto is from any European airport easy. Take a car for a drive into the hills and mountains of the Vinho Verde or cruise around in the
The Grand Tasting of Wines of Portugal, held at the beautiful H’Art museum in Amsterdam and organized by Alicebown.agency, was a remarkable event. Cees van Casteren MW enlightened a group of professionals about the backgrounds and latest developments in Portuguese wines. Portugal, with its rich cultural heritage, seamlessly integrates its famous cork industry and its
