Sterling drops off from three week high against US dollar

Sterling dropped from three week highs against the US dollar yesterday after strong US figures helped boost the US dollar.

Harpers Drinking Out Excellence Awards shortlist announced

The shortlisted restaurant and bars in this year's Harpers Drinking Out Excellence Awards have been announced.

Currency analysis December 14: sterling on a three week high

Currency analysis for December 14: sterling on a three week high.
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Online wine "too expensive" says YouGov poll

A quarter of consumers said they don't buy wine online because they think it's too expensive, and don't want to wait for a delivery, reported a YouGov poll.

Sterling continues to hit high against dollar

Sterling hit a three week high against the US dollar yesterday; gaining nearly two cents from earlier lows after concerns hit the US economy that left investors selling the US dollar.

Bibendum launches The Wondering Wine Company

Bibendum has launched an outside wine service called The Wondering Wine Company that aims to revolutionise how wine is served at UK sporting, food and cultural events.

Asda launches interactive beer website

Asda has launched a microsite dedicated to educating customers about its range of international, British and local beers.

Currency analysis, December 10: sterling slips against US dollar

Currency analysis for December 10 from Smart Currency Exchange: sterling slips against US dollar. For bespoke currency advice for the drinks industry go to www.smartwinespirits.com

Portuguese winemakers urged to band together

Portuguese winemakers have been urged to work together to raise awareness of their country and their products.

Penny-pinching on wine in decline, says Wine Intelligence

Consumers are increasingly prepared to spend more money on a bottle of wine to drink at home, according to latest research by Wine Intelligence.

Napa Valley Vintners launches rare wines website

The Napa Valley Vintners (NVV) has launched a new website dedicated to rare wines in the premier Napa Valley portfolio.

Geoffrey Dean: Ashes and wine blog reports on impact of rain to 2011 vintage

This has been a good week to be an Englishman in Australia following England's crushing victory in the second Test.

Australia's First Families of Wine launches second year of UK activity

Australia's First Families of Wine (AFFW) has launched its second year of UK activity.

Currency analysis, December 9: sterling hits two week high

Currency analysis for December 9 from Smart Currency Exchange: sterling hits a two week high.
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Campo Viejo puts unique twist on wine and dine concept

Rioja wine brand Campo Viejo is linking up with tapas restaurants to flip traditional dining on its head.

Halewood launches 2011 'Lamb's Spiced Master of the Blend' competition

Halewood International is to run its second on-trade based 'Lamb's Spiced Master of the Blend' competition.

Ehrmanns adds Kiwi producer to its portfolio

Ehrmanns has been appointed as the UK agent for family owned New Zealand producer Giesen Wines.

D&D to open two Leeds restaurants

Half of failing hospitality businesses down to inexperienced owners

Hospitality business mentor, David Hunter, has revealed that around half of failing businesses within the hospitality sector are owned by individuals who have no prior experience.

Positive UK manufacturing figures sees sterling hit high

Sterling hit the highest level against the US dollar for two weeks yesterday, as better than expected UK manufacturing figures and a strong GDP estimate helped point towards a continued economic recovery.