‘The current global situation does not lead people to open bottles of Champagne’ Champagne sales are slumping due to a lack of “celebration” and joy in the world, according to business leaders. Luxury goods company LVMH reported a drop in revenue for Champagne sales in 2024, with the company’s chief financial officer Jean-Jacques Guiony saying […]
1 year ago
One person has died after drinking from the champagne bottle. Health authorities in the Netherlands and Germany have issued an urgent recall on bottles of Moet & Chandon Ice Imperial over concerns that some of the bottles have been laced with ecstasy. One man, Harold Georg Z, passed away after drinking the champagne at a […]
4 years ago
I could have told you this but now we have some proof! To say Prosecco hangovers are bad is quite the understatement. They are terrible. I haven’t given birth before but if I was given the choice between a full blown Prosecco hangover and labour I’d struggle to choose (I’m jesting here, don’t come for […]
5 years ago
It’s all about the FIZZ
6 years ago
Doing the Big Shop today? Then, as mammy taught you, it’s all in the planning – and making a good list in key. Below, Nisea Doddy, Somellier of The Shelbourne, shares her top tips on what drinks to stock up on, as well as telling you how best to serve them on Christmas Day. Kick things off […]
6 years ago
Food, flowers and bubbles are all that I want really. When all three come in the same place – with an added dash of flair from one of my favourite Irish designers – my life is more or less made. So, it’s fair to say that I was in heaven at a preview of the […]
6 years ago