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Dare to Dream in Pink
The Mirabeau story sounds like a fairy tale, but behind the scenes lies a very different tale, says Ruma Singh Over 20 years ago, Stephen Cronk was based in his London home with a thriving …
Articles by Ruma Singh
Eating Out
A French Bistro redefines Assagaon’s culinary charm
Inside the quiet elegance of The Assa House and Loulou Cocktail Bar. By Gargi Guha In the hushed back lanes of Assagaon, the afternoons are quieter than the evenings, a tad scented with susegad perhaps, …
Eating Out
Taj Mussoorie’s House of Nomad Shines
Why the House of Nomad at Taj Mussoorie Foothills is the coolest bar in the Himalayas Cocktails taste different in the mountains. The air is thinner, the pace slower, and the setting inevitably heightens the …
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Antinori Wine Cellars, Where History, Art, and Wine Converge
A visit to Antinori nel Chianti Classico’s restaurant Rinuccio 1180 makes for a memorable experience A trip to Tuscany is incomplete without visiting the wineries that make the region one of the most significant in …
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How Montes rewrote Chile’s wine story
Montes Sr. is widely celebrated for his innovative, risk-taking approach and spearheading Chile’s modern wine renaissance. Ruma Singh interviewed him on his recent visit to India Aurelio Montes Sr. is the winemaker credited with setting …
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JJ Prüm and the Art of Mosel Riesling
Raymond Blake considers JJ Prum wines the pinnacle of Mosel Rieslings and uses five mini-flights of two wines each to substantiate his view Others may cavil but whenever my mind drifts to Germany, specifically Moselwards, …
Grapevine
ProWine Mumbai: Where India Meets the World of Beverages
As India’s palate for premium beverages evolves with remarkable speed, ProWine Mumbai 2025 is poised to be far more than a trade fair. It is a gateway, a stage, and a celebration of the entire …
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Bungalow: Vikas Khanna’s Bold New York Chapter
Bungalow, the newest culinary landmark from Michelin-starred chef Vikas Khanna, has quickly earned its place among New York City’s most celebrated dining destinations. Located in a warm, inviting space with pale pink walls, intricate murals, and …
Global News
The Sparkling Rise of Southern England
Southern England, especially the regions of Kent, Sussex, and Hampshire, is swiftly transforming into a chic destination for wine lovers, gaining recognition as a sparkling wine powerhouse comparable to France’s famed Champagne region. Warmer summers, …
Events
Sommelier India Returns to Partner with ProWine Mumbai
ProWine Mumbai, India’s largest and most influential wine and spirits exhibition, returns to the Jio World Convention Centre on October 31 and November 1, 2025—and Sommelier India is delighted to announce our return as an …
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North Indian flavours celebrated at Loya, Taj Mahal Palace Hotel
Loya at the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel, Mumbai, is the third Loya restaurant to open after Delhi and Bengaluru A recent dinner at the Taj Mahal Palace hotel in Mumbai was transformed into an extravagant …
Global News
Rioja Crowned Europe’s Premier Wine Destination
The rolling vineyards of Rioja, Spain, have emerged as Europe’s premier wine-tasting destination for 2025, according to the prestigious Vineyard Mini-Break Index by Quotezone. With over 600 renowned wineries spread across its picturesque terrain, Rioja …
Grapevine
Tamil Nadu Eyes a Toast to Local Wines
Tamil Nadu is contemplating an exciting new chapter in its agricultural and economic story by exploring the potential of locally produced wines. Traditional grape cultivation and the more unusual cashew-apple are both under consideration for …
Features
Clos Fourtet: Premier Grand Cru Wine from Saint-Émilion
Raymond Blake visits Clos Fourtet and finds it lives up to its venerable reputation for excellence in the hands of its present day owners Twenty-two hectares above ground and 13 below. That, in a nutshell, …
Global News
Viral Tip: Mastering Wine Storage Made Simple
What do you do if you have leftover wine in a bottle at home? Do you usually put the cork back on to try to “seal” it again? A viral video by wine expert Warner …
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The Charming Hamlet of Los Olivos
Once a quiet stagecoach stop, Los Olivos blends Old West charm with epicurean delights and a compelling wine scene, writes Mira Advani Honeycutt Timelessness and a whisper-soft ambience greet you at Los Olivos, a historic …
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Reset or Retreat? En Primeur Faces a Turning Point
The 2024 Bordeaux En Primeur campaign comes amid a sharp market downturn, with leading producers like Lafite Rothschild and Angélus cutting release prices by 31% to their lowest since 2014 to attract hesitant buyers according …
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U.S. Wineries Recoil from Canadian Tariffs
The U.S. wine industry is facing a crushing blow as Canada, its largest export market, retaliates against American tariffs by slapping a 25% levy on U.S. wines and removing them from store shelves nationwide—an action …