Champagne

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Indians -- or at least the Indian Chappaterati -- are keen on whiskies and think they can speak knowledgeably about them. (Representational Image)

Farrukh Dhondy | Of white wines & single malts: The snobbery over drinking

I never became a whisky connoisseur and will never pretend to be one. Wines? In a half-educated pretentious way? Maybe!

07 Jan 2023 12:00 AM

His custom business remains robust and he brings the same inclusive zeal to the range of bodies that belong to his private clients. (Photo: AP)

LaQuan Smith is all about the Champagne lifestyle

Fashion's LaQuan Smith embraces that Champagne lifestyle.

17 Oct 2019 11:00 AM

It's Valentine’s Day and what better way to show your love for someone than a perfectly planned day, complete with all the right ingredients.

Plan a perfect Valentine’s Day!

Show your love on this special day by ticking off all the right boxes with that special someone.

14 Feb 2019 12:51 AM

We have family and a few friends over for drinks, snacks and a late lunch.

X-mas lunch

Christmas lunch is one of the most looked forward to traditions all over the world.

25 Dec 2018 1:23 AM

The video shows a crowd gathered around him in eager anticipation as he gets ready to uncork one of the most expensive magnum of champagne they have. (Facebook screengrab/Ibiza Club News)

Video: Man spills entire champagne worth £30,000 on floor of nightclub

Dressed in an expensive-looking suit, this is the man’s moment to impress, but everything goes wrong.

24 Jan 2018 12:49 PM

It all began when the Coronarita (a cocktail made from beer and margarita) started gaining popularity.

The art of the super cocktail

Give your LIITs a rest. Blending two classic drinks to make a potent cocktail is on the rise.

15 Dec 2017 12:08 AM

The study found that the bubbles in more expensive, fine sparkling wines are smaller and therefore make the wines taste better quality. (Photo: Pixabay)

Find out why you should never drink champagne out of plasic cups

According to experts, the bubbles stick to the side of a beaker, ruining the taste.

09 Dec 2017 1:47 PM

The gently aged wine comes with a dusting of golden straw hues.

Gold-filled sparkling wine debuts

The new gold edition is crafted for special ceremonies, since it adds a touch of extravagance to the event.

10 Nov 2017 12:43 AM

Peruvians are seriously passionate about Pisco Sour.

A Peruivian delight

While Chile and Peru are still at loggerheads about the origins of the drink, Pisco Sour’s appeal and growing popularity are undeniable.

06 Oct 2017 12:29 AM

Raise your glass!

Have you ever wondered why your cocktails are served in different glasses? We help you decode all the glasses you will need in your bar.

05 May 2017 12:11 AM

An object of desire

It’s not just the spirit but often the bottle that proves to be the highlight.

10 Mar 2017 12:11 AM

Whether Kalayug is a thriller or not is debatable — there are gaps of years in between events, so the pace is not as fast as one would expect.

A brush with shades of grey in the art market

Jay Malhotra comes a cropper with an investment scheme and finds himself out of a job.

01 Feb 2017 12:28 AM

The study involved using high-speed photography to see what exactly happens to a champagne bubble. (Photo: AFP)

Bigger bubbles better for your champagne

Study, published in the European Physical Journal Special Topics says that the bubbles should ideally be 1.7 millimetres for better taste.

06 Jan 2017 12:12 AM

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