Wine of the Month – the Chardonnay renaissance

It’s amazing how out of favour Chardonnay has fallen in recent years. But in spite of evoking frowns and even dry retching at the mere mention of its name, is this much-maligned grape having a renaissance? Is Chardonnay finding its way back into the good books? I’m always amused at the fashion cycles of wine. … Read more

Where to eat in Mudgee, NSW – The Zin House Long Lunch

Mudgee’s food scene is truly fit for a king. The wealth of amazing restaurants, microbreweries, vineyards and cafés makes this little town the ultimate foodie destination. And a jewel in its crown is the Zin House and its long lunch. Imagine you’re seated at a table looking out of a beautiful bay window overlooking fields … Read more

Where to stay in Santa Barbara, CA – Bacara Resort & Spa

Tucked away on the Pacific side of Route 1, the Bacara Resort and Spa – just outside Santa Barbara, California – is a man-made oasis of beauty, luxury and tranquility… And if that’s good enough for the likes of Michael Jordan and Oprah, then it’s good enough for me! One of the main challenges of … Read more

Easy Holiday Cocktails – Retro Kir Royale

Mr and Mrs Romance - Retro Holiday cocktail - Kir Royale - Click through for the recipe

Fast, simple cocktails are an essential part of hosting Christmas. When you’re so full of prawns and pudding you can’t really move, and the call goes up for a cocktail to cheers with, this’ll get you out of trouble. A bit more trick that just a glass of bubbly, this cocktail’s the perfect pour during … Read more

The secrets to the perfect Cuban mojito

Even in Cuba there are bad mojitos, which is surprising for a couple of reasons. Besides being from Cuba, the mojito’s a pretty simple drink, with only a few ingredients. But for some reason, making a good one is an art form. Here’s what we’ve gleaned from our time here in Cuba. A mojito has … Read more