‘I was scared to come to London’: Chef Yannick Alléno reflects on one year of Pavyllon
The legendary chef reflects on London's reputation, training the next generation and why the industry he loves can be 'brutal'
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Dior and Dion at Nammos Dubai: Visiting the world’s highest-earning restaurant
Nammos Dubai, the unashamedly opulent restaurant within the Four Seasons, is the world’s highest-earning restaurant with a months-long waitlist. Spear's…
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Sotheby’s to hold first-ever auction dedicated exclusively to champagne
Champagne and wine from billionaire businessman Pierre Chen's legendary cellar will be auctioned in Paris as part of a series…
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Kioku: a unique Japanese dining experience
Michelin-starred sushi master Endo Kazutoshi heads the latest restaurant opening at The OWO
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‘Food should bring you memories’: Hakkasan’s Andrew Yeo on the joy of cooking and why the brand is stronger than ever
The corporate executive chief tells Spear's about learning to cook from his grandmother and why Hakkasan's future is bright as…
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Spirit houses mark bicentennials with celebratory releases
Delamain, the Glenlivet and the Macallan have all unveiled investment-worthy bottles
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Aragawa: in defence of the £700 steak
Ed Cumming visits Aragawa, the first international outpost of owner Kotaro Ogawa’s Tokyo original, where steaks can cost up to…
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Berry Bros. & Rudd opens first spirits shop
As the merchant reports sales of spirits are up 42 per cent, a new store reflects their commitment to the…
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One night in Paris toasting to Bollinger La Grande Année 2015
Champagne Bollinger launched the ‘very special and challenging’ prestige cuvées, La Grande Année and La Grande Année Rosé from the…
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Inside the Port Ellen ‘ghost distillery’ as it reopens after 40 years
The reopening of the Port Ellen distillery, which closed in 1983, has been long awaited. Now it’s producing whisky again…
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Ormer Mayfair by Sofian: a hidden gem with charm
A hidden Mayfair gem with charming staff and a stellar tasting menu to please discerning foodies
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Ruby-encrusted decanter of Midleton Very Rare set to break new ground for luxury Irish whiskey
On the 40th anniversary of the brand, the Cork distillery is auctioning a unique jewelled version of its limited Ruby…
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The best luxury Easter eggs money can buy
Only the most generous of Easter bunnies would be able to produce one of these luxury Easter eggs, complete with…
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L’Escargot: this Soho institution remains one of London’s finest French restaurants
L’Escargot has an easy, old-fashioned charm, encapsulating the comfort of a traditional Mayfair restaurant with a frisson of Soho cool
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Discovering the sublime wines of Margaret River
Although Margaret River produces barely 2 per cent of Australia’s wine, it produces 20 per cent of its premium wine
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Ingenious ‘infinity wheel’ gives Rémy Martin Louis XIII decanters a second life
At last! A dilemma that has faced cognac connoisseurs for 150 years – whether to drink a bottle of Rémy…
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London restaurants win big in Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 2024
Brooklands, at the Peninsula London, and The Ledbury in Notting Hill were among the headline names to be awarded stars…
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Le Gavroche’s ‘lovingly curated’ collection of rare wines, champagne and artwork to be auctioned
The illuminated 'Le Gavroche' sign and £12,000 bottles of red wine are among items from the storied Mayfair restaurant to…
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The Orangery at RH England is a welcome addition to Cotswolds dining
Luxury US brand RH (formerly Restoration Hardware) have transformed the 73-acre Grade 1 listed landmark into a retail offering and…
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‘I’ve pretty much achieved everything I set out to achieve’: Simon Rogan on leading a food revolution
Simon Rogan's culinary skill and farm-to-fork focus have transformed the UK food scene and exported it around the world. And…
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