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My Escape to Hilton Copacabana: A Culinary and Cultural Exploration of Rio’s Iconic Beachfront Hotel

Staying at the Hilton Copacabana in Rio de Janeiro has been nothing short of spectacular. Set right on the iconic Copacabana Beach, the hotel perfectly combines Rio’s vibrant energy with a sense of refined luxury. I couldn’t have asked for a better location to enjoy all that this lively city has to offer, from the

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New Leadership to Foster Growth and Recognition for Vins du Centre-Loire

The Bureau Interprofessionnel des Vins du Centre-Loire (BIVC) has ushered in a new chapter with the appointment of François Bouteille as its Director, succeeding Edouard Mognetti. With a strong background in vine and wine law, a degree in business law, and intellectual property from Bordeaux University, Bouteille brings extensive expertise to the role. His wine

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Five Food and Drink Trends for 2025 from Bidfood +CGA by NIQ

Bidfood, a leading foodservice provider in the UK, has published its forecast of key food and beverage trends for the out-of-home market in 2025. CGA by NIQ, a research firm, served as Bidfood’s strategic research partner for this annual trend report. As well as value, quality and elevated experiences, this year’s trends are influenced by

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Insights from the 8th UNWTO Global Wine Tourism Conference – Wine Travel Awards

Nestled in the scenic landscapes of Armenia, the 8th UNWTO Global Conference on Wine Tourism recently convened, gathering luminaries from the Wine Travel Awards (WTA) community, including Prof. Gergely Szolnoki, Liz Palmer, Paul Wagner, and Alder Yarrow, among others. This year’s theme, “Heritage in Every Bottle,” brilliantly highlighted how ancient winemaking traditions are being revitalized

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Lunch Wines at The Bordeaux Grands Crus Classés 2020-2023 [London]

The Bordeaux Grands Crus Classés tasting, held yesterday at the historic Church House in London, brought together key figures from the wine industry—journalists, sommeliers, and wine trade professionals. Lunch showcased a selection of Bordeaux’s iconic appellations, including Pomerol, Saint-Estèphe, Sauternes, Saint-Julien, Pessac-Léognan, Saint-Émilion, Pauillac, and Margaux with vintages from 2008 to 2019. The white wines

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Own a Piece of Bourgogne History – BIVB to Auction Iconic Appellation Signs

For any wine lover, having a tangible connection to the vineyards is a dream, and this dream can now become a reality with special thanks to the Bourgogne Wine Board (BIVB). After refreshing all their vineyard signs in 2023 they are offering wine enthusiasts and professionals the rare opportunity to acquire a piece of Bourgogne’s

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The results are in for the 26th Spirits Selection by Concours Mondial de Bruxelles

The 26th edition of the Spirits Selection by Concours Mondial de Bruxelles recently concluded in Renhuai, China. “The major producer countries – France, Italy, Brazil, Mexico and China – confirmed their ranking, but smaller nations such as Japan, Scotland and Bolivia made a name for themselves with remarkable medal rates.” From September 3-5, industry experts

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Champagne & Sparkling Wine World Championships 2024 Medal Results

The medal winners of the 2024 Champagne & Sparkling Wine World Championships (CSWWC) have been revealed, with a total of 167 gold and 229 silver medals awarded this year. Now in its 11th edition, the CSWWC received close to 1,000 sparkling wines from 20 countries, that were judged over 11 days at Goodnestone Park in

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Travel Article: Exploring the Timeless Beauty of Garni Temple, Armenia

One of the most visited tourist attractions in Armenia, Garni Temple, truly lives up to its reputation. Nestled in the village of Garni in the Kotayk Province, this UNESCO World Heritage site is approximately a 40-minute drive from Yerevan. The journey itself is a visual treat, with spectacular views of valleys framed by the majestic

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