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In the spirit of all things Italian, I wanted to try a classic recipe that we are all familiar with, and as Mother's Day is just around the corner I thought a dessert would be perfect (who's mum doesn...

The latest update of Tom's Tasting Suggestions - All available to try in the Great Western Wine shop in Bath this week. Pop your head in and try out some of our delicious wines whilst you look around...

Here is a selection of some of our favourite, lesser known, Italian wines. There is something for everyone here, from crisp, dry whites to rich, savoury reds. Enjoy! Cleto Sorbara Lambrusco This is t...

'The Mighty Biferno' is a brilliant red wine that anyone can enjoy - great with food, a reasonable price, and very easy drinking. Recommended with Italian food; pizza, pasta, and tomatoes, I thought t...

Decanter April 2015 Here are some great reviews from the current edition of Decanter magazine – some to drink now and some to save for later in the year.   Domaine Brusset, Côtes du Rhône 2013...

Sincronia Negre Organic, Mesquida Mora 2012   The nose is lead by forest fruits with earthy notes and subtle touch of toast and spice. The palate is medium-bodied with plenty of up-front fresh f...

I'm often put off making paella, down to a preconceived idea that the lengthier list of ingredients makes it a much much trickier dish to make.  Quite a firm fan of risotto as my go-to alternative, I...

The Noble Wrinkled Riesling, d'Arenberg 2010 & Blueberry Pancakes with Mango Cashew Cream Ingredients (Serves 2)  For the Pancakes: 150-200g blueberries (washed & dried) 2tbsp coconut oil (or...

Portugal has been one of the top holiday destinations for Brits for many years, but most head straight to the sunny coast and golf courses of the Algarve. Yet Portugal has so much more to offer – a sl...

The latest update of Tom's Tasting Suggestions - All available to try in the Great Western Wine shop in Bath this week. Pop your head in and try out some of our delicious wines whilst you look around...

Spending the night in with your Valentine this Saturday? Here’s five ways to make sure your wine choices are fit for the occasion. 1. Be seduced – That furtive exchange across the room is the start of...

Franck Massard El Mago Organic Garnacha 2013 Massard was Best Sommelier in the UK in 1996 and now makes, not serves, the wine. This is an unoaked, organic offering from the highest parts of Terra Alt...