The Best Restaurants in Hungary

The Best Restaurants in Hungary

The restaurants of Hungary’s capital city have changed in recent years as a result of...

Food and Wine spotlight on… Catalonia

Catalonia, an autonomous community of Spain, is well known for its vibrant cities, sandy beaches...

How to Match Wine and Popcorn

Which came first, the kernel or the grape? Some of the oldest evidence of corn...

How to Pair Wine with Chocolate

There are several times of the year that instantly mean chocolate to us: Christmas, birthdays,...

7 Perfect Snacks to Pair with Your Wine

Having a wine tasting party, or just feel like having some wine? People have no...

Which wines go with spicy food?

The Ingredients First things first: the ingredients. Try putting together a delightful meal comprised of...

Eat and Drink Like a Local in Portugal

Portugal is often overshadowed by its Iberian neighbour, Spain, when it comes to renowned cuisine....

Meet Sandra – Our Tuscany Expert

Sandra, our Tuscany expert, lives in Florence. Her family is from the region of Friuli...

7 Mind-Blowing Wine and Chocolate Pairings for Easter

If you're a chocolate lover, and you also happen to have a love for wine,...

Say Cheese: Celebrate National Cheese Lover’s Day

With National Cheese Lover’s Day just celebrated on 20th January, we look at the 13...

A Complete Guide to the Best Wine and Food Pairings for this Christmas

Christmas is around the corner and we are hurtling towards the end of the year....

Eat like a Local in Bordeaux: Traditional Dishes to Try

Known especially for its red wine blends and grape varieties that thrive in the maritime...

The 5 Top Truffle Hunting Tours

Whether you're a truffle lover or are yet to try them; there's nothing quite like...

5 of the Best Places to Drink Champagne in London

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The best truffle hunting tours around the world

Whether they are black or white, big or small, French or Italian, the season for...

Food and Wine in Southern Italy’s Puglia

Hidden in the deep south of Europe, Puglia is one of Italy’s leading local secrets....

The 5 Best Destinations in Europe for Foodies

If you love food as much as you love to travel you're probably wondering how...

Weekend Inspiration – Alfresco Wining and Dining

Summer is here and there's no better way to celebrate than by enjoying alfresco wining...

Eat and Drink Like a Local in England

English cuisine is a bit of an enigma – what actually IS it?! Across the...

The Top 10 Restaurants in Barcelona

Barcelona is truly a gourmet city, and many renowned chefs from Catalunya and the whole...

Top 10 Things to Do in Australia

Beautiful scenery, exotic wildlife and… delicious wines; there’s no denying it, Australia should be on...

Port & Cheese – 5 Unexpected Pairings

I love wine and cheese on their own but I prefer them together. The two...

Sicily Diaries Part II: Mt Etna, Taormina and Isola Bella

Sicily is beyond beautiful. History filled, this island has it all: the vines, the mountains,...

Sicily Diaries Part I: The Wine and Food of the South of Sicily

A self drive trip through Sicily is a Winerist’s dream. The rich nature of this...

Winerist Meets … Masterchef Winner Sven-Hanson Britt!

Sven-Hanson Britt was crowned winner of Masterchef: The Professionals Rematch in December 2019  Chef Sven-Hanson...

10 Cheeses to Try Right Now

We've been out searching for the best selection of cheeses to grace your cheese board...

Are Cheese Sweats a Thing?

We all know that cheese and wine are the best of friends … and that...

Discover wine events and festivals around the world this October

Wine lovers, get your palates ready for our incredible, worldly line up of the best...

Top 5 to Eat and Drink in the Languedoc

There are many reasons why gastronomes, wine lovers and tourists of all kinds flock to...

Young Sommelier Award of the Year 2019 announced at Châine des Rôttisseurs Dinner at The Dorchester

On Friday, 22nd of March 2019 we had a unique opportunity to come and support...

Eat Like a Local in South Africa

Trying the cuisine of a new place can be daunting. Luckily, the food of South...

Eat Like A Local in Georgia

Wild, natural and warm-hearted is the overarching impression I took from my visit to Georgia....

Eat and Drink Like a Local in… Moldova

Tucked away in Eastern Europe, Moldova draws much of its cultural and gastronomic heritage from...

Events for wine lovers this January

January sees wine lovers split into two camps; those who want to balance out the...

Curated Gift Ideas for Wine and Food Lovers

This Christmas, our new food and lifestyle editor Kate Rowe gives us her guide to...

The Perfect Red Wine For Your Christmas Meal

As we hurtle towards the end of the year, we have been thinking a lot...

Spotlight on Armand de Brignac

When an exciting, new English chef asks to do some food and wine matching at...

Eat and Drink Like a Local in Chile

  Chile is such a long country that is has managed to pack in at...

Best Food and Wine Tours in Paarl

Often described as the ‘pearl’ of the Cape Winelands, (Paarl means pearl in Dutch), Paarl...

How to do Sake in 2018

Craft beer, natural wine, artisanal spirits, mead, even... It’s all going on this year -...

10 Best Local Restaurants in Bordeaux

There's no shortage of things to do in Bordeaux, but Bordeaux culture is predominantly about good food...

The Best Restaurants in Paarl, South Africa

A simple drive through Paarl is a wine lover’s dream. With vineyards dotting the vast...

The Best Food and Wine Tours in Cape Town, South Africa

Recognized as one of the top ten best wine countries in the world, South Africa...

5 Top Food and Wine Spots in Cape Town

From top notch to small dives, every tier of food in Cape Town is just...

The Best Global Food & Drinks Events in September

September doesn't have to mean back to school, back to work and putting away your...

Boozy Ice Lolly Recipes and Three to Buy

Have you ever looked at an ice lolly and thought you could do better? Ever...

The Best Food and Drinks Spots in Mallorca

Bad news … Love Island 2018 is over and it’s a full twelve months before...

The Eight Best Food & Drink Events Around the World this August!

August has arrived! This glorious summer month brings with it the promise of sun, sea,...

Rethinking Vinho Verde

Everything you know and love about Vinho Verde wine is going to be turned on...

How to Pair Sake With Sushi

Whether you’re a sushi-lover or new to Japanese cuisine, selecting a sake means venturing into...

Upcoming Food & Drinks Festivals in the UK

The warmer weather seems safely upon us, which means Festival Season has kicked off! Food,...

5 of the UK’s Best Ready to Drink Cocktails for your Picnic

Cocktails are great.  Picnics are great. And yet cocktails at a picnic are often a...

5 Simple Secrets for Smoking Meat on your BBQ

As National BBQ Week gets underway (you did know it was happening, right?), we get...

8 Best British Country Pubs with Award-Winning Food & Wine

There’s nothing more satisfying, when it comes to eating out, than finding somewhere cosy and...

What is Mead? Winerist meets Gosnells of London

If the word ‘mead’ has you thinking of medieval characters playing the lute and dancing...

3 Cocktail Recipes For Your Cinco De Mayo Party

Cinco De Mayo is fast approaching in all its bright coloured, delicious food, strong beverage...

Q&A with Sandia Chang from Bubbledogs

With champagne on the menu at Winerist Towers all week, we caught up with Sandia...

What to drink with your Easter Feast!

As you plan the festivities for the big day, don’t forget to pick up the...

6 of the best fish and chip spots in London (and some English fizz to wash it down!)

With English Tourism Week coming to a close, we decided to revist some of the...

Inside… Renegade Urban Winery

  A London Winery Take a left out of Bethnal Green Tube Station, walk under...

Top 6 English weekend spots for wine lovers

It’s English Tourism Week this week, and as there’s nothing we like more than a...

The Ultimate Foodie Aphrodisiac

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Winerist Presents – Our Top 5 Most Romantic Destinations!

If it’s romance you’re looking for, there’s no better way to show your love than...

Top 10 wine regions to visit in 2018

You know about Bordeaux, Champagne and the Napa Valley - 2018 is the year to...

Foodie Thursday – Canape recipe (Try The Wine Show recipe challenge for yourself!)

If you caught The Wine Show on Friday night, you were probably quite jealous to...

Hosting a fun (and low-alcohol) pre-NYE dinner party!

You haven’t left the house in days, you’re surviving off turkey sandwiches and you’re not...

Meet the Partner in… Priorat (Catalonia)

Spotlight on Clos Figueras An introduction to the region In the 1980s, a group of...

Best Sweet Wines to pair with Festive Treats

December brings with it plenty of opportunities to let your hair down and enjoy the...

Christmas Entertaining Cheats – you’ll thank us for later.

‘Tis the most wonderful time of the year! No one is going to argue that...

Food and Wine Spotlight on… Argentina

Food and Wine Spotlight on… Argentina Argentina has always been a fascinating destination for travellers,...

What’s On in November 2017 – Food and Wine Events Around the World

As autumn days get crisp and cool, November arrives with plenty of events to warm...

Top Australia Wine Regions and Wine Tours

With continued technological advancements and massive investments in R&D, the wine production in Australia has achieved...

What’s On in October 2017 – Food and Wine Events Around the World

What’s happening in the vineyard? The harvest season has started last August in the Northern...

Top 10 Things to Do in Piedmont

Piedmont is a stunning Italian wine region with a plethora of things to do to suit...

What’s On in September 2017 – Food and Wine Events Around the World

Summer is coming to an end in the northern hemisphere, and vineyards will soon show...

Best Restaurants in Mendoza, Argentina

Searching for a fun foodie vacation? Mendoza, Argentina has come a very long way in...

Wine and Food Pairing in Chile

Chile wine regions are the perfect destination for thrill seekers looking to embark on adventure...

What’s On in August 2017 – Best Wine & Food Events around the world

What’s happening in the vineyard? August is the month of veraison when the grapes’ colour...

Best Wine and Food Tours in Tuscany 2017

Discover our selection of best wine and food tours in Tuscany for 2017. We have...

Unique Ways to Cook with Wine this Summer

Memorial Day has passed, so summer barbeque season is off and running!  You or some...

What’s On in June 2017 – Food and Wine Events around the World

With June comes the perfect excuse to start planning your wine and food summer holiday....

Best Wine and Food Tours for Cruise lovers – Top 5 destinations

For many people a cruise is the ultimate holiday, a destination that stays the same...

Exploring Haro – the Wine Capital of La Rioja

One of the nicest ways to holiday, if you are a wine lover, would be...

Easter Food and Traditions Around the Globe

The chocolate Easter bunny has become a modern symbol for Easter, but this religious holiday...

What’s on in May 2017: Global food & wine events

May is the perfect time for a vineyard visit, whether you are in the Northern...

Easter Chocolate & Wine Pairing

What can be better than spending the Easter Sunday with a glass of good wine...

  With warmer weather comes cravings for lighter summery foods, and what’s more estival than...

Wine and Steak Pairing

  Some things are just meant to be paired together. Peanut butter and jelly, tomato...

How to Spend the Perfect Weekend in Mendoza

Mendoza: Argentina’s largest and most important wine region. The climate and topography found here provide...

What to do and where to go in Languedoc-Roussillon

Perfectly located in the south of France, now part of the Occitanie region, the Languedoc-Roussillon...

The Best Harvest Tours around the World in 2017

From Portugal to Puglia, we have selected the best harvest tours you should consider joining...

Boating to your Wine Tour: the Best Wine and Boat Tours in 2017

Here is our selection of the best boat ride and wine tasting experiences combined to...

What’s on in March 2017 – Food and Wine Events Around the World

Spring is almost upon us, so there's only one way to celebrate - discover the...

Foodie Tips for Enjoying Your Favorite Glass of Wine No Matter Where You Go This Summer

In the midst of winter, wine is your go-to drink. You can pour a glass...

Ride and Wine: the Best Bike & Wine Tasting Tours

Ride and wine, a bike or a vespa, for a day or a week, on...

Food and Wine weekend in Alsace

  With its blend of German and Roman influences, Alsace is home to one of...

What’s on in February 2017 – Food and Wine Events Around The World

February brings with it many great, global food and wine events and festivals. From the...

A Guide to Poland’s Regional Food

Poland has swiftly become the city break of choice boasting European charm, natural beauty and...

A Wine Guide for Christmas

Christmas is full of flavours. It’s an explosion on our taste buds. An epic battle...

Top 6 Wines to Serve for Thanksgiving

It’s almost that time of the year for family, turkey, football, and of course, gearing...

Thanksgiving Traditions: Food, Wine and Culture

THANKSGIVING HISTORY Thanksgiving is a traditional American holiday which is celebrated every year on the...

What’s on in January 2017 – Food and Wine Events Around the World

With the annual festive craze coming to an end, relatives going home and friends coming...

What’s On in December 2016 – Food and Wine Events Around the World

What’s happening in the vineyard? Despite what one might think, there is still a lot...

Where to Wine and Dine in Dubai

There is nothing quite like indulging in a delicious meal and an array of cold,...

Eight of the Best Dishes to Have with Your Favorite Glass of Wine

One of the great pleasures of the table is to pair food and wine. The...

Errazuriz Encourages Excellence in Food and Drink Photography

Pink Lady® Food Photographer of the Year is delighted that Viña Errázuriz are once again...

What’s On in November 2016 – Food and Wine Events Around the World

As autumn days get crisp and cool, November arrives with plenty of events to warm...

What’s On in October 2016 – Food and Wine Events Around the World

What’s happening in the vineyard? The harvest season has started last August in the Northern...

Top 6 Bordeaux Wine and Food Tours

Anyone who loves wine will know that Bordeaux is the big daddy of wine regions!...

Balkan Wine Tours – From Croatia, Slovenia, Romania, Bulgaria, Macedonia to Serbia

The Balkan region is a particularly interesting area of the world, and its ethnic diversity...

What’s On in September 2016 – Food and Wine Events Around the World

Summer is coming to an end in the northern hemisphere, and vineyards will soon show...

Discover the Food and Wine of Rioja

Discover more about Rioja wines & its traditional food Located in the north of Spain,...

What’s On in August 2016 – Food and Wine Events Around the World

What’s happening in the vineyard? August is the month of veraison (see below) when the grapes’...

Top Wine & City Tours

As a wine and food lover, there is nothing like exploring a beautiful city whilst...

The Perfect Pair – A Wine and Chocolate Pairing Guide

The Nobel Prize for Chemistry was awarded earlier this week to Eric Betzig, Stephan W....

What’s On in July 2016 – Food and Wine Events Around the World

What’s happening in the vineyard? In the Northern Hemisphere, the young berries are starting to...

5 Ultimate City Packages for Foodies

Delicious meals are often what you remember most when returning from a trip, so why...

What’s On in June 2016 – Food and Wine Events around the World

With June comes the perfect excuse to start planning your wine and food summer holiday. ...

Sparkling Wine Food Pairings

There is a popular misconception that Champagne and sparkling wines are only useful for raising...

What’s On in May 2016 – Food and Wine Events Around The World

May is the perfect time for a vineyard visit, whether you are in the Northern...

The Providores & Tapa Room – Europe’s largest list of New Zealand wines and the best Laksa in London

On our hunt for London’s best wine and food spots, we came across this hidden...

What’s On in April 2016 – Food and Wine Events Around the World

It's the start of bank holiday season, so you should make the most of the...

What’s on in March – Food and Wine Events Around the World

Spring is almost upon us, so there's only one way to celebrate - discover the...

Pancakes and Wine – A Recipe for Pancake Day

This is just a little recipe which is one of my favourites to cook on...

Italians Do it Better: Wine, Food and Culture Tours around Italy

Pizza, Pasta, Prosecco are some of my favourite things and they all happen to come...

What’s on in February – Food and Wine Events Around The World

February brings with it many great, global food and wine events and festivals. From the...

Eating in is the new dining out! La Belle Assiette offers the perfect date this Valentine’s Day!

The most romantic day of the year is approaching. Those of you who are very...

Chianti Classico and Fattoria Viticcio

My case is a real example of ‘visit Tuscany once and you will keep on...

What’s on in January – Food and Wine Events Around the World

With the annual festive craze coming to an end, relatives going home and friends coming...

10 DIY Gorgeous Christmas Baked Treats

If you're looking for great ways to impress your friends and family this Christmas, why...

What’s on in December?

What’s happening in the vineyard? Despite what one might think, there is still a lot...

Le Beaujolais Nouveau est arrivé!

      Every year, the third Thursday of November in France announces the arrival...

What’s on in November?

  As autumn days get crisp and cool, November arrives with plenty of events to...

Discovering Tuscany from Villa al Colle

Have you ever dreamt of going back in time and see what it would be...

Cooking French Food with Steve Groves at Cactus Kitchens

I love to cook and am grateful that in London, we have a plethora of...

Food Lover Culinary Explosion in Soho!

Living in London for a long time and having been to quite a few places,...

A Gastronomic Trip at the Heart of the Rhone Valley

The Rhone Valley is the official elected land of gastronomy. In this area where the...

Our Guide to Wine & BBQ Pairing this Summer!

Summer is here! After a nice (cold and rainy) winter, the sun has finally shown...

Discovering Veneto from Villa Quaranta, and Tommasi Winery

The Veneto wine region in northern Italy is most famous for its production of the...

Quinta do Tedo – a Douro Valley Wine Experience

Two years ago I was lucky to discover Portugal - a beautiful country with wonderful...

Top Tips on Pairing Wine and Food

Hosting a dinner party can be a stressful ordeal. There’s no doubt it’s fun to...

What’s On in June – Food and Wine Events around the World

With June comes the perfect excuse to start planning your wine and food summer holiday. ...

The Top 8 Cooking Classes

  Here at Winerist, we are obviously lovers of wine but our other great passion...

Top 10 Wine Bars in Barcelona

Although Barcelona is not a wine region itself, it is surrounded by them. 15 minutes...

Discovering Franciacorta and Monte Isola

Along the highway from Venice to Milan, lies the appellation of Franciacorta: a green sea...

Prosecco, But Not As We Know It

There is a region in Italy where Spring begins before the traditional day of 21st...

What’s On in May – Food and Wine Events Around The World

May is the perfect time for a vineyard visit, whether you are in the Northern...

Test Your Knowledge – Food and Wine Pairing Quiz

Food and wine pairing can seem like a daunting prospect, especially when considering how many...

Meet Aleksander – Our Poland Expert

Our Polish expert, Aleksander is passionate about all things wine and food, and he loves...

Pick the People’s Choice Pink Lady® Food Photographer of the Year

Governments may come and governments may go, but the vote that really matters is in...

The Popular Choice Award Winner is….

Your votes are in from the nominations for the Popular Choice Award, part of the...

What’s On in April – Food and Wine Events Around the World

With Easter just around the corner, it's the start of bank holiday season. Make the...

6 Delicious Spring Food and Wine Pairings

A new season is upon us, so it’s time to spring clean your wine rack!...

The Winerist Blogger Awards 2015

Announcing the very first Winerist Blogger Awards 2015! We decided to launch the awards as...

Healthy Sweets for Wine Lovers Are a Real Thing!

Hands up who’s ever felt short changed when they realised that traditional wine gums don’t...

The 8 Best Food Markets in the World

When visiting buzzing cities like Hong Kong, New York or London, fervent foodies can’t help...

Eat, Drink, Run – Who Knew Running a Marathon Was So Much Fun?

Calling all marathon-running wine lovers! There’s a marathon happening in the vineyards of Bordeaux this...

5 Wine and Food Tours You Can’t Say No To

Choosing where to go on holiday is a hard task, we know. There are so...

Discovering the Czech Republic and the Moravian Wine Region

Living in the Czech Republic means I am surrounded by rich history, beautiful chateaux and...

The World’s First Wine and Insect Pairing Guide

At Winerist we’re open to a good food and wine pairing. We’ll hear out any...

What’s on in January – Food & Wine Events around the World

Christmas is over, but that's not to say the fun has to stop. January is...

5 New Year’s Resolution Ideas for Wine, Food and Travel Lovers

Setting New Year’s Resolutions often feels like something you should do, but a lot of...

The Best Wines for Christmas Dessert

Have you ever played the drinking game "Two Truths and a Lie"? It was all...

Top Things to Do in Buenos Aires

  You’ve bought the plane ticket, booked accommodation, Spanish dictionary is on hand and you’re...

Top 8 Foodie Stops in London’s East End

Some like it hot, some like it greasy, and some like an eclectic mix of...

What is Wine? More than just a Drink

For most of us, wine comes from the supermarket or the local wine shop. A...

Give the Gift of Travel

The gift of travel is really a gift that keeps on giving back. We have...

What’s On – December’s Best Food & Wine Festivals

December is that time of the year for family, friends, and of course, lots of...

The Perfect Wines for Christmas Dinner

If – like me – you live in the cooler realms of the Northern hemisphere...

Winerist Wins Travel Website of the Year!

Winerist is happy to announce that we were named Travel Website of the Year at...

Wine and Food Pairing: What You Need to Know

When it comes to food and wine pairing, the first thing you need to know...

A Journey Like No Other – Winerist’s Anniversary Celebration

The last 2 years have been a fantastic journey and we have grown to feature...

What’s On – November’s Best Food & Wine Festivals

What’s On November – Food and Wine events from around the world November is packed...

Digging for Gold – Europe’s Top Truffle Events

October brings about the much anticipated truffle season.  There are multiple varieties of truffles around...

Top 10 Things to Do in Mendoza

  A trip to Mendoza is made up of stunning scenery, amazing foods and even...

Exploring the Foods and Wines of Burgundy

If I have the choice between an elegant plate of paté and a comforting bowl...

What’s On – October’s Best Food & Wine Festivals

October is one of the best times for food and wine lovers who enjoy the...

Spanish Winery, Finca Allende, Comes to London

In the midst of the city of London, where sterile bars and glass buildings are...

Traditional Italian Truffle Hunting

Introducing TruffleHunter... TruffleHunter are a UK-based, family-run food business, sourcing Truffles from our Sibillini Mountain...

Eating, Drinking, and Sightseeing: A Weekend in Rome

What comes to mind when you think of Rome? The cultured amongst us would say...

What’s on in September – Food and Wine Events Around the World

One of the most important times of year for vineyards in Europe, September hails the...

Meet Katja – Our Slovenia Expert

  Katja Pandel’s knowledge and experience in various sectors of tourism and events organisation led...

When in Rome…Let History and Culture Come Alive

Rome - the bustling centre of the Roman Empire, the seat of the Catholic Church...

Eating London’s East End Food Tour – A Review

With so much choice in London, finding the right place to eat is no easy...

Food in Crete and Recipes

The food of Crete is pure and raw and it is all about the freshness...

Balsamic Vinegar of Modena: Ambiguity and Legacy of its making

In 1598, Cesare D’Este, forced by the Emperor to abandon his beloved capital Ferrara, transferred...

Sonoma Valley Best Food and Wine events throughout the year

Sonoma Valley - with its picturesque landscapes, cultural heritage, old history and large variety of...

Enjoying the Bites, Sites and Sips in Charming Healdsburg

Enjoying the Bites, Sites and Sips in Charming Healdsburg A trip to Northern California’s wine...

Guilt Free Blueberry Pancakes

It's Shrove Tuesday, so let's all celebrate it with this fantastic pancakes receipe. If you...

Autumn Truffle Hunting Season 2013 – Truffle Museum Mènerbes – Part 2

We uncovered in our recent post the most exciting places for truffle hunting experiences, and...

Autumn Truffle Hunting Season 2013 – Part 1

Autumn is all about wine and truffle harvest. It is the perfect season for hunting...

Celebrate the Year of Gastronomy in Santorini

Celebrating gastronomy in Santorini is a year-long event and 2013 is the perfect year for...

An Italian Twist to Pancake Day: Pancake Nidi

Pancakes - they’re so good, we should be able to have them for every meal!...

Bacon Jalapeno Hoecakes for Pancake Day

Today is Shrove Tuesday. It is also called Fat Tuesday, Mardi Gras and Pancake Day....

Good ‘Ol Fluffy Pancakes

One of the best fluffy pancake recipes we have ever come across - perfect for...

Straight from Argentina: Dulce de Leche Pancakes

One could very well say that Argentineans and their dulce de leche are inseparable. A...

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Like us, you think that food is not only there to be consumed, but enjoyed,...

Five Golden Offers this Christmas

To beat the holidays blues why not plan your next getaway to wine country? Winerist...

Special wine&food pairing evening at Domaine Virgile Joly

It is said that it was in Lebanon that Noah planted the first vineyard on...

Zuppa Inglese – a sweet suprise from Tuscany

On our recent wine trip to Tuscany, we were suprised to see the popularity of...