The beautiful volcanic island of Madeira was discovered in 1418, when Portuguese explorer Gonçalves Zarco was blown off course by a violent storm while exploring the coast of West Africa. The earth was rich, fertile, and so covered with trees that he named the island Madeira, or “wood” in Portuguese. He reported his findings to …
Don’t you hate when you open a bottle of wine and have to leave it unfinished? Because if you don’t finish it, the wine’s going to get stale. When you come back a few days later to pour a glass, the aroma and flavor have eroded. The wine doesn’t taste like it did when you …
Anyone who works in hospitality will recognise that ubiquitous creature the barfly, propping up the bar whilst pouring huge quantities of booze down their perennially babbling trap, are the tell-tale characteristics of this never extinct specie. But this is not about the barfly; this article is about a far more extensive creature, but no less …
Making homemade wine being a pastime may very well be simultaneously pleasing and aggravating in some cases. Being a new starter you are usually eager to merely get an initial batch created and fit for consuming. There is a glee you have holding that first cup of wine in your hands, which you yourself made. …
Isn’t champagne wonderful stuff! The trouble is it’s all too easy to get carried away and spend way more than necessary particularly if you’re thinking of buying a cuvée champagne. The glitz and glamour that has been created around champagne over the years has given it an almost magical quality and thank goodness for that. …
Indian wine industry has become increasingly bullish. Increase in wine consumption in the country is predictably driven by rise in purchasing power parity of middle-class, changing lifestyles, habits and attitudes of young adults and women. Believe it or not, since 2001, Indian wine market has been drawing world attention. Considered as the fastest-growing wine market …
If you are a true beer connoisseur, you may eventually want to try and brew your own. Doing so is extremely satisfying for any beer lover, as you can save money and produce the flavors you love. When you’re ready to take the first step in home brewing, you need to begin by purchasing the …
When it comes to wine, Italy is well known for its Chianti and Pinot Grigio. However Italian wine isn’t just about these two famous gems. The country offers a huge variety of diverse and unusual wines, while boasting some of the oldest wine growing regions in the world. Italian Favourites Possibly Central Italy’s greatest export, …
Every month, Los Pandos Opportunities is going to give away a mixed case of wines for you to savour and enjoy in the comfort of your own home. All you have to do is, click on the resource link below and enter into our draw. It couldn’t be simpler! Good luck! *The competition runs from …
Every month, Los Pandos Opportunities is going to give away a mixed case of wines for you to savour and enjoy in the comfort of your own home. All you have to do is, click on the resource link below and enter into our draw. It couldn’t be simpler! Good luck! *The competition runs from …