In recent years, Portugal has succeeded in establishing itself as an important player in the wine market. Great diversity of indigenous and international grape varieties, Atlantic vineyards with a cool climate and excellent value for money are the words that spontaneously come to mind when we talk about wines from Portugal. In recent years, behind… Continue reading
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Barwal, a passion for wood: its barrels come from Walloon forests!
Oak barrels from Walloon forests? This is the bet of Didier Mattivi and Hugues De Pra. Civil engineer in physics (Ulg) and graduate in Management (Solvay Business School), Didier Mattivi sold his telecommunications company to British Telecom in 2017 and, passionate about carpentry, decided to invest in the manufacture of Belgian oak barrels. Learning about… Continue reading
Golden Gin cultivated in Thorembais-St-Trond for over ten years!
The people of Namur Anthony and Pauline Minet have been cultivating saffron in Thorembais-St-Trond for more than ten years.
By Stofilia, the best of Greece to take away
With its new catering space by Strofilia, Giogios Svanias puts Hellenic gastronomy within reach of all tables.
Tasting wine without leaving home is possible with Isabelle de Bordeaux
Among recent creative initiatives, Isabelle Audouin, better known as Isabelle de Bordeaux, has just launched Tasting Packs, turnkey wooden boxes for learning in your own space, alone or with your family. Each pack contains 4 to 6 wines accompanied by educational sheets as well as suggestions for gourmet pairings to share the experience in a… Continue reading
Third star for Hélène Darroze: why this promotion is exceptional
Consecration for Hélène Darroze. As the chef prepares to start a new season of Top chef, the British edition of the Michelin Guide awards it a third star for the cuisine of The Connaught restaurant in London. Located in the upscale Mayfair district for over a century, this is part of the luxury hotel of… Continue reading
When the wine is drawn: the Walloon vineyards are lacking in arms
Ifapme’s vitiviniculture training is complete, a victim of its success. The economic world is constantly changing and professions are adapting to this development. Yesterday a Belgian winemaker was forced to emigrate to the south and today there is a shortage of talent in the Walloon vineyards. As nature abhors a vacuum, it is only natural… Continue reading
The sauces of life: All the soul of La Botte, a reference Neapolitan pizza!
In his “Anima Italiana”, Lillo Chiarenza offers the best of transalpine gastronomy, starting with a reference Neapolitan pizza … My loyal readers know how much I am attached to good Italian cuisine and especially that of the Neapolitan region. However, if there is an emblematic dish of this one, it is the real pizza. When… Continue reading
A newcomer for Oude Gueuze and Oude Kriek
Two years after its rebirth, Eylenbosch released its first bottles. Gueuze is not really the most popular beer for consumers. And yet. The best known are undoubtedly Belle-Vue and Mort Subite, worn by two brewing giants, AB InBev and Heineken, via Alken Maes. There are many others: Lindemans, Tilquin, St-Louis, Timmermans … “Gueuze is the… Continue reading
Chinon 2019, the good organic surprise of the start of the school year
Among the novelties of Grafé-Lecocq’s organic range for the start of 2021, let us highlight this pleasant Chinon 2019 which stands out for the intensity and concentration of its aromatic palette, while keeping a beautiful freshness. A 100% Cabernet Franc where crunchy red fruits, sweet spices and floral aromas take turns on the palate, with… Continue reading