OUTDOOR CAFE ON HARLEY STREET AIMING TO ENHANCE THE CHRISTMAS CHEER

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Metropole GM Roger Russell

OUTDOOR CAFE ON HARLEY STREET AIMING TO ENHANCE THE CHRISTMAS CHEER

A new cafe has opened on Harley Street in Cork City. The Harley Street Market is serving up an array of festive treats this year. Drinks include Christmas Punch, Mulled Wine, Hotel Whiskeys and Hot Chocolate. They will also be serving a Pulled Pork Bap and a McCarthys Artisan Sausage Bap. 

The Harley Street café is a long term project and will open throughout the year. It will be operated by the Metropole Hotel. 

The Metropole Hotel is delighted to once again be welcoming guests and they are urging people to support local businesses this festive season which will in turn support local jobs and local suppliers. . 

The Metropole Hotel is 123 years old and in that time they have been through the Spanish flu, World War 1, World War 2, War of Independence, Easter Rising, Civil War, Polio and smallpox outbreaks, Wall Street Crash, the Ash Cloud, Foot and Mouth, Bird flu.

General Manager, Roger Russell said: “The Metropole Hotel has been through so much and has always come out the other side. We will come out the other side of this pandemic too. We are so glad to see our guests coming back through our doors and we are so looking forward to the weeks ahead where we can treat them as they escape the hustle and bustle outside.”

This year the Metropole Hotel has its own real life Elf of the Shelf which will be seen throughout December at the hotel. Guests have been told to be on the look-out for the hotel’s elf - Peppermint Tinselbottom as she aims to spread cheer this festive season. 

Also, in order to raise funds for their charity partner, Cork Penny Dinners, the front office team at The Metropole are now taking orders for children’s letters from Santa’s Little Helper. The letters are €6.50 each and for each letter sold €5 of the payment will go directly to Cork Penny Dinners.

Trigon Hotels, which includes the Metropole Hotel, Cork International Hotel and the Cork Airport Hotel have just launched their Gift Card, a first for the hotel and in perfect time for the festive season ahead. They are encouraging people to ‘shop local’, saying it has never been more important. With Trigon, as well as supporting local employment people are also supporting Trigon’s local suppliers including their food suppliers, beverage suppliers, printers and so much more. 

The Metropole Hotel in Cork's Victorian Quarter is hopeful of a busy and bustling Christmas in Corks City Centre. They are currently offering a popular festive afternoon tea which is available for delivery, takeaway or dine in. Equally so, the “Bottomless Brunch” is in full swing at the weekends in December and there is also a takeaway brunch option. 

Taste of the Week. Roughty Foodie: Barnabrow Christmas Cake

Taste of the Week. 

Roughty Foodie: Barnabrow Christmas Cake

 

Last week, I posted a pointer towards an superb Christmas Pudding - details here. And we can complete the double now with a hearty recommendation as to sourcing your Christmas cake. Pity I hadn't tasted the cake earlier and I could have combined the two.

Still, glad to say the cake is our Taste of the Week. Packed full of fruit and other essentials (including the same beer and whiskey as the pud), it is delicious, fruity and nutty, not too heavy, yet take it easy (make it linger!).  And if there's just one or two in the house, then they have a convenient size for you. The cake, and the pudding (which comes in 3 sizes), will bring a smile to your face, a nostalgic smile in the case of those of us of a certain age.

And there is a nice nostalgia story too on the Barnabrow label. Tales from the kitchens (Irish and Sri Lankan) when the cakes of our childhood was being prepared and everyone getting a stir of the mix. Will we have almond icing or just sugar icing or glazed fruit finishes?

No need to worry about all that.. Just pop into Roughty Fruity and bag yourself a handy double (they know all about bookie's lingo in there) before the horse has bolted.

PAPER PLATES, BRING YOUR OWN CUTLERY? NEVER! SAYS MASTER OF ETIQUETTE NOEL CUNNINGHAM

  

Noel at the Newbridge Christmas Table

 

PAPER PLATES, BRING YOUR OWN CUTLERY?

NEVER! IT’S CHRISTMAS

 

MASTER OF ETIQUETTE NOEL CUNNINGHAM ‘DISPOSES THE DISPOSABLES’ THIS CHRISTMAS

 

Noel Cunningham, hospitality guru, media personality, author and master of etiquette was horrified to hear various health experts suggest that people should use disposable plates and cutlery this Christmas.   “When I heard health experts recommending that people use paper cups and plastic knives and forks for Christmas, I really thought this was just a step too far. What’s wrong with washing cutlery and delph in the dishwasher or using boiling water and washing up liquid?  Yes of course, we all have to be careful and continue to look after each other but really and truly some of the suggestions now being made regarding the use of disposable tableware are beyond ridiculous.”

 

Noel made the comments recently when he popped into the Showroom at Newbridge Silverware for a live television broadcast with Ireland AM.  In the live show he chatted to presenter, Alan Hughes and gave some great tips on etiquette, how to decorate the Christmas table and how to enjoy the season in a healthy, fun and stylish way.

 

In the show viewers were treated to a visual feast of beautiful cutlery, vintage ceramics, decorations, and stunning accessories. Firstly, Noel spoke about the table setting itself and showed how the classic ‘King’s Pattern’ Newbridge Silverware cutlery looks timeless and stylish when paired with original ceramic vintage plates and a delicate tea set.  Newbridge Silverware has recently introduced a new range of Pre Loved, one of a kind, vintage luxe pieces such as ceramic figurines, tea sets, marble clocks, silver plated trinkets and lamps. These items are exclusive to the visitor centre and allow people to bring a little bit of individuality to their table and their home.

 

 “There is an enormous selection of one of a kind, original pieces from the Victorian era right through to the 1980’s, many of which have been reconditioned by the talented craftspeople at the Newbridge Silverware Factory,” said Noel. “They are also very unique and very special gift ideas and incorporate a myriad of memories from a bygone era”.

 

A ‘Sweet’ Corner on the table included a Pre loved, ceramic Wedgwood cheese board, complete with a cloche covering, an elegant silver cake server, a vintage cut crystal biscuit barrel and an elegant, Newbridge Silverware Victoria Silver plated, 3-tier afternoon tea tray.

 

Noel also showed how important it is to have a stunning centre piece on the table and explained how candles and candelabras can add height and interest to the Christmas ‘tablescape’.  Some fun and stylish accessories by Newbridge Silverware included a silver bell complete with a figure of a hare on the top, a duck wine decanter, various silver trays and an elegant condiment set, while stylish wine glasses completed the scene.

 

Vintage Wedgewood Cheeseboard

 

GET THE LOOK WITH NEWBRIDGE SILVERWARE!

 

The Place setting

Silver plated round tray grape motif €75

Pre loved Wedgwood plate €40

Napkin rings Set of 4 €50

EPNS King’s pattern cutlery

Christmas decoration €25

 

Sweet Corner

Pre loved Wedgwood cake stand €195

EPNS cake server €46

Pre loved vintage cut crystal biscuit barrel €55

Victoria silver plated 3 tier tray €95

 

Let There be Light!

Silver plated candle snuffer €25

Pre loved Wedgwood candle holder €70

 

 

NOEL CUNNINGHAM’S PRACTICAL TIPS FOR A STYLISH  AND SAFE CHRISTMAS

 

I always guide people toward making life easy for the host or hostess and planning and preparation is key. This year good planning is essential as the spectre of Covid remains.

 

• Abide by the advice and have the maximum number of people allowed.   Stick to the recommended number of guests. It is not the year for inviting too many people and certainly the addition of elderly family members calls for extra caution!
• Remember your guests and family want your company and your presence not a frazzled wreck in the kitchen all day! Be present for your guests, that is what will be remembered!
• If there is a great product that can be bought in, and there are many that will make your life easier then go and buy these products! There are wonderful Christmas puddings pre-prepared fish, poultry, game, and red meat in all good butchers and in several supermarkets. In other words, shop local and help ease the workload on yourself! Domo’s Emporium at Newbridge Silverware is a stunning new artisan food store and restaurant which sells locally made food stuffs including handmade chocolates, chutneys, and sweet treats, buy what you need and don’t stress!
• Prepare in advance in as many ways as is possible. I always advise setting the table the day before. Wash your hands thoroughly and sanitise them and ensure all surfaces are clean and sanitised as you prepare the cutlery and glassware.
• The same applies to foods prepared in advance. Do the preparation and any cooking in a sanitised environment for safety.  I always recommend that a cold starter, a soup a delightful traditional trifle and a Christmas pudding are prepared the day before. A delicious Hors d’Oeuvre, prawn salad or a delicious pate make for great starters.  All the cold items for the starter can be put on a platter and covered in the fridge for speedy plating on the big day. There are amazing simple soups that can all be made in advance and who doesn’t like a great trifle?
• Prepare all the vegetables the day before and remember you don’t need to serve several different types of vegetables and potatoes! We all eat too much on Christmas Day.
• If the fridge is full, white wine and Prosecco or Champagne can be left in a cold outhouse or garage which will really chill the wine adequately.   Wine should never be too cold as it spoils the delicious bouquet and flavour. Red wine can be left in the kitchen or in the dining area from the day before, warm to room temperature to enhance its enjoyment!
• Buy the main meal component, the turkey, beef, ham oven ready prepped by your butcher. Keep it simple.
• Insist everyone sanitises their hands when they arrive.
• You will have more people than usual for lunch so for safety there is nothing wrong with using a few tables and if required, two different rooms. Space is important!
• Let people wear a mask except when eating.
• Seat people on arrival and have the pre-meal prosecco / wine at the table followed by lunch. The less moving around the better. Go easy on the wine!
• Ventilate your home well and ask your guests to wear an extra layer.  I don’t mean Baltic, but a very hot room is neither comfortable nor healthy!
• Allocate a friend or a family member to help with the plating up. The less involved the better.
• Pre-plate lunch and do not have a million serving dishes etc and everyone using cutlery to serve themselves.
• Covid Tip! Use hot plates / soup bowls. Hot food should be served on hot plates and in Covid times hot plates are infection free.  Cold plates for starters and sweet courses can be sterilised and kept ready in a cool place.
• Go for a brisk walk after lunch, fresh air is most advisable.
• Unless your guests are staying over put a time limit on the meal. A wonderful lunch that extends into a late evening with perhaps a drink or two too many is risky.
• The table is king! Make it a work of art. Use beautiful glassware, cutlery, family heirlooms, everything works on a Christmas table. I always use a canteen of Newbridge Cutlery that was a wedding gift years ago to a family member.  Holly or berried shrubs from the garden with the addition of a few bows or red roses can look spectacular on a white tablecloth and use loads of candles.
• The cutlery placing is simple.  Start at the outside and work in for every course.
• Start the meal with a nice glass of chilled Prosecco or Champagne. Offer red and white wine and let people choose the one they like. The most expensive wine is not always the best and wines are very well displayed and explained in most shops. Just read a little about them if you are not familiar with wine. I find a nice medium white Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio and a nice Spanish Rioja are a delight and well suited to Christmas dining. Don’t mix the grain and the grape!
• If you bring a gift, make sure it is beautifully presented and practical. Our homes will be full of sweets biscuits chocolates and wine etc so be a little original and choose a nice gift with care for the hosts.
• Always send a nice note of thanks a few days later … not a text or whatsapp.  A handwritten note means the world even if it is to your mum who lives in the same house.

 

Newbridge Silver Wine Decanter

Happy Covid free Christmas to all and above all else stay safe and take care!   

 

Noel Cunningham is the author of ‘Noel Cunningham’s Guide to Modern Irish Manners’ published by O’Brien Press.  He is the current Donegal Person of the Year and the former GM of Harvey’s Point Hotel in Donegal and now an ambassador for the property.  He is also a well-known contributor to Virgin Media, RTE and various national and local radio stations.

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Vienna Woods Hotel, Strikingly Lit For Christmas, Serves Up Quite An Excellent "At Home" Meal.

Vienna Woods Hotel, Strikingly Lit For Christmas, Serves Up Quite An Excellent "At Home" Meal.

Must say I absolutely enjoyed my Saturday evening with the local Vienna Woods Hotel playing a key role. Not alone did we enjoy their "At Home" menu but the visit to the hotel itself was a bonus as the avenue up from the river was splendidly lit and decorated as was the exterior of the hotel itself. 

Once inside, and having sanitised the hands (their unit here is operated by a foot pedal), we took in the terrific indoor decorations and while there was an eye-catching Christmas tree by the desk, it wasn't just all Christmas, and we could see the hotel is well maintained and loved on n ongoing basis.

A lovely warm welcome too and soon we were off on the short journey home where we tucked into the meal. And then something different. A call from the hotel checking if everything was okay! Haven't come across that after-sales service before! And, yes, everything was okay!

I had spotted their offering on social media on Friday and each course has quite a few choices, so there is something for everyone. And you may add  a bottle of wine if you wish. All items are individually priced but you may also choose a 2-course offer for €21.95, 3-course for €25.95.

No need to do any "finishing" here as the dishes were just cooked (they match it with your collection time) and warm enough to eat after the short trip, though the mains did get to stay in a warm oven for a spell. 

One of our starters was the McCarthy's spicy chicken wings (in-house hot sauce, celery sticks, blue cheese dip sauce.). No shortage of wings and that in-house sauce was spot on. As good and tasty as any chicken wings I've come across recently. This is also available as a main course.

The other starter was Ardsallagh goats cheese (candied walnuts, beetroot spirals, sour dough, organic mixed leaves.) and this too was as good as expected, those raw beetroot spirals added a matching flavour and a nice little bit of crunchiness.

Quite a lot of talk as we picked our main courses a day earlier before we settled on our choices. Roast half farmyard duckling (apricot & coriander stuffing, glazed chateau potato, sweet & sour sauce) was one. No shortage of quantity here nor of quality either, that stuffing and the sauce each playing key roles.

Equally satisfactory was the Supreme of chicken (caramelised apple and wild mushroom duxelle, toasted pine-nuts, tender stem broccoli, parma ham, fresh thyme, wholegrain mustard sauce), full of flavour and texture and again no shortage.

Indeed, there was an unexpected side of Gratin of potato and roast vegetable (peppers, onions, carrots, turnip etc.). I certainly enjoyed those particular vegetables also. I've mentioned quantity once or twice and that seems to be common in quite a few of the "At Home" meals that we've enjoyed recently. There has been, if anything, a little too much on the plates!

Delightful dessert - you could taste the Baileys.

So much in fact in this case, that we held the dessert (just the one!) for the following day. Then we found the Bailey's & chocolate cheese cake (biscuit crumb, chocolate shaving, wild berry coulis) of a better standard than most, really outstanding, the flavours reflecting exactly the detail in the description. 

Well done indeed to the kitchen at the Vienna Woods. Next time, we'll have to visit the restaurant itself and again enjoy the wonderful lighting and decoration both inside and outside.

Supervalu Christmas Wine Sale Features Bordeaux and Burgundy. And So Much More.

Supervalu Christmas Wine Sale Features Bordeaux and Burgundy. And So Much More.

Château Haut Breton Larigaudiere, near Margaux

A huge selection in the annual Christmas Wine Offering at Supervalu. Their wine expert Kevin O’Callaghan: “There is something for every wine lover and curious customer alike. Whether pairing with fish, meats, or a delicious cheese, the selection of excellent offers this season ticks every box.”

And, speaking of boxes, they have two case deals on offer. The first (on now until December 30th) features Barão de Vilar Reserva (2018), velvety and fruity with an elegant finish and will cost you €50 euro, down from the RRP of €89.00. Believe it or not, you can save another tenner by buying between November 26th and December 9th and taking advantage of the “buy any six bottles and save an additional €10.00” offer.

Later in the month, watch out for the second case offer. Here the temptation is the Italian Vivaldi Ripasso (2018), aromatic, full bodied, soft and warm, the temptation enhanced by the asking price of €40.00 instead of €94. You just gotta love Signore O’Callaghan. You’ll have to be on your toes for this one - it is short lived: from December 17th to 20th.

Faced with a sample of what’s on offer, I went for a couple of classic areas for the reds, two from Bordeaux and one from Beaujolais. Very happy indeed with the trio below. See the post on the best of their white wines here.

Lady De Mour Margaux (AOC) 2018, 13.5%, €25.00 (34.42).

Deep ruby colour. Red Berries on the nose, touch of vanilla too. Super-smooth blackcurrant,  elegant palate, terrific body and texture, harmony reigns between fruit and smooth tannin, persisting all the way to the impressive finalé. Impressive all round actually.

Margaux is, of course, one of the prime areas of Bordeaux and it is nearby in Soussans that you’ll find Chateau Haut Breton Larigaudiére, the producers of this blend where the lead player Cabernet Sauvignon is supported by Merlot with a little Cabernet Franc. It has been aged in oak for 10-15 months. This one may be kept for 5 to 10 years according to the advice on the label.

Lacombe-Cadiot Bordeaux Supérieur (AOC) 2018, 14%, €13.00 (15.73)

Dark ruby colour. Ripe black fruits lead the aromatics. The fruit more than holds its own on the palate, a touch of spice too, fresh, clean and elegant, smooth tannins and a persistent finish.  Pretty much the perfect Supérieur, underlined by the fact that this very vintage was recently awarded 97 points by Decanter.

A Bordeaux Supérieur of exceptional quality according to Supervalu, echoing the “remarkable Bordeaux Supérieur” from the producers who come under the De Mour wing, the same group responsible for our very fine Margaux above.

The grapes, again Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, come from Macau, also in the Medoc and just a few minutes drive from Larigaudiére where the Lady de Mour fruit is grown. From Supervalu’s Signature Range, their food pairing suggestions are red meats and rich white meats, also great with cheese

Andre Goichot Fleurie (AOC) 2018, 13%, €12.00 (14.66) 

Fleurie is perhaps the best loved and also one of the very best of the Beaujolais area’s ten crus.  I’m quite a Fleurie fan and always look forward to opening a bottle and this was no exception.

It is mid to dark ruby in colour. Cherry scents are prominent when you nose it and on the palate it is deliciously fruity with a hint of spice and, importantly, a refreshing acidity that helps create harmony, right through to the finish. 

Medium bodied, it is soft and easy drinking, not a blockbuster or anywhere close to blockbusting, but it has character enough to pair well with a wide range of lighter dishes. The label recommends hard and soft cheeses and classic roasts, be it red or white meat. Worth a try also with spicy food.

In Cork in 2018, Jamie Goode said there is lots of excitement worldwide about Gamay. He maintained the trend towards lighter wines is also helping as Beaujolais can come up with lighter styles that are still complex and he would use the masterclass to demonstrate that and also the diversity within the region.

Fleurie, like all ten crus, is in the north east of the Beaujolais region. Here, the Gamay grape thrives on the granite soil. The crus that produce the flagship wines are: Chiroubles, Saint Amour, Fleurie, Régnié, Brouilly, Cote de Brouilly, Juliénas, Chénas, Morgon and Moulin-à-Vent. Not everyday, you can try out a cru for 12 euro!

More Reds For You

We wrote about the whites here last week. Aside from the case offers above, there are some other noteworthy reds too by the way, from Spain, France and Portugal.

There are a couple of serious contenders from Rioja and both have been favourites in Supervalu for a few years. You’ll enjoy the warm cherry flavours of the superb Pago De Labarca AEX, a 100% Tempranillo, made from “exceptional” grapes. 

Kevin describes the Finca Labarca Gran Reserva as “one of the most serious wines in our collection”. Rich and smooth on the palate, it is indeed something of a blockbuster. The AEX is €20.00 (22.62) while the Reserva is €15.00 (19.66).

More superb fruits feature in the Vacqueyras Remy Ferbras €14.00 (20.65). From the Rhone, “this little brother to Chateauneuf du Pape” has “all that great taste”, lovely and lush in the mouth.

Some terrific wines, and very well priced, are coming out of Portugal these years. The Fado Friendship 2018, down from €13.76 to €10.00, is one very good example. If you like your reds a bit lighter the Rioja, then this, with its soft texture and its smooth fruitiness, is well worth a try.

Have you enough to be going on with? And by the way, don’t forget those case offers, especially that time limited Italian one. And do check out the post on the best of their white wines here. Actually, I;ve just made it easier for you by adding it below....

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Supervalu's Wine Santa has been busy, blending quality and value in the run-up to Christmas.

Kevin O’Callaghan, Supervalu’s wine expert, has wines galore “from across the globe” reduced in their Christmas offering. “A harmonious blend of classic and modern wines with some household names and unmissable prices”. Offers are available from November 26th to December 30th or until stocks last.

It was wines from the classic areas that caught my eye, Sancerre and Chablis in the whites, Bordeaux and Beaujolais in the reds. Let us start with the whites (reds next week!). The Sancerre got the biggest thumbs up around here!

Guy Saget Sancerre (AOC) 2018, 13.5%, €15.00 (19.66)

From the Ambassadeur de Loire, this Sancerre has a very light straw colour, clean and bright. Aromas are the regular suspects of grass and herbs, and nettles which seem to led the charge here. This is of course 100% Sauvignon Blanc and this Loire version is precise and refreshing, less pungent than its New Zealand counterpart (none the worse for that), a very satisfactory drink right to the dry finish.

Food pairings suggested are: grilled fish, Crottins de Chavignol (goats cheese), tandoori chicken skewers, sushi and sashimi. More than likely you won’t get the Chavignol around here but Ardsallagh or St Tola will do just as well.

Supervalu say: The mission of the Guy Saget brand is to demonstrate to the highest level Saget Le Perrière’s intention to unravel the extreme complexity associated with the Loire Valley vineyards. A complete collection of the finest Loire will seduce you, thanks to their authenticity and accessibility.

It’s a mission that they take seriously.  The Guy Saget portfolio embraces around thirty appellations, all of them showing hallmark Loire features. These include Pouilly-Fumé, Sancerre, Chinon, Vouvray and Muscadet : 

- Dry whites : Muscadet, Muscadet-sur-lie,... 

- Medium sweet whites : Vouvray… 

- Sweet whites : Coteaux du Layon, Quarts-de-Chaume... 

- Dry rosés : Rosé de Loire, Touraine Rosé... 

- Medium sweet rosés : Cabernet d'Anjou, Rosé d'Anjou... 

- Reds : Chinon, Anjou, Saumur Champigny... 

- Sparkling wines : Crémant de Loire, Touraine sparkling wines...

No wonder he claims the title of Ambassadeur de Loire on the label of this excellent Sauvignon.

I made a superb Kir with this and the Wexford Cassis from the Blackwater Distillery in West Waterford, the ratio about six to one.

Andre Goichot Chablis (AOC) 2018, 12.5%, €15.00 (19.66)

Always a frisson of excitement when a glass of Chablis is offered.

This 2018 doesn’t let the side down. Far from it. A light gold colour, pristine. Apple and pear feature in the pleasant aromas. It is, of course, made from nothing but Chardonnay grapes and it is strikingly crisp from first taste, carrying some lovely white fruit flavours, maybe a touch of lime as well, as it spreads across the palate, clean, precise and harmonious, like a Bach partita, right through to the finalé.

No wonder Supervalu declare that it is “the classic partner to seafood and white meat dishes”. It is indeed but this characterful wine, rich and elegant, can effortlessly stand on its own.

Founded in 1947, Andre Goichot, headquartered near Beaune, are both negociant and producer, meaning that they buy wines from different areas and producers and also make wine from their own vineyards.

Abellio Albariño Rias Baixas (DO) 2019, 12.5%, €10.00 (13.76).

Made entirely from hand-harvested Albarino grapes, this Spanish wine, from the Rias Baixas area, has a mid-gold colour. Quite rich aromas of white fruit, apple and pear, and also peach. There is a striking refreshing minerality on the palate where the same fruit flavours shine through fresh and crisp.

The Albarino grape is a distinctive Northern Spanish variety. Its refreshing characteristics make it very versatile with fish and particularly with seafood. Often recommended for Asian also.

Albarino, more modern than classic in terms of its history in Ireland, is most readily associated with the Rias Baixas region which is named after the long-ish Atlantic coastal inlets (or rías) that characterise the landscape here in Galicia in north-western Spain. The grape is also prominent in nearby northern Portugal where it is known as Alvarinho. This Abellio is a favourite of mine. And also a favourite of Supervalu’s wine-buyer Kevin O’Callaghan who was involved in the attractive label design.

Don’t forget your case offers!

We will feature the reds in the next post on this sale but do note that they have two case deals (both red) on offer. The first (on now until December 30th) features Barão de Vilar Reserva (2018), velvety and fruity with an elegant finish and will cost you €50 euro, down from the RRP of €89.00. Believe it or not, you can save another tenner by buying between November 26th and December 9th and taking advantage of the “buy any six bottles and save an additional €10.00 offer”.

Later in the month, watch out for the second case offer. Here the temptation is the Italian Vivaldi Ripasso (2018), aromatic, full bodied, soft and warm, the temptation enhanced by the asking price of €40.00 instead of €94. You just gotta love Signore O’Callaghan. You’ll have to be on your toes for this one - it is short lived: from December 17th to 20th.