Sunday Social: the Sadness of Leaving Kabul – a martini with a washed-up aid worker

An interview with an anonymous aid-worker-turned-civil-servant who shares her experiences in Afghanistan and the pursuit of justice in the military. We talk about Cape Town, gardening and the similarities between Essex and Lebanon. We might even have invented a new martini type… Continue reading Sunday Social: the Sadness of Leaving Kabul – a martini with a washed-up aid worker

Hernö Gin Bar: Enjoy Award-Winning Martinis in Södermalm, Stockholm

Hernö, the most awarded craft gin producer, operates a bar in trendy Södermalm, Stockholm. The venue offers a warm welcome, excellent service and an extensive martini menu. The professional yet relaxed setting provides a perfect backdrop for enjoying the experience. Continue reading Hernö Gin Bar: Enjoy Award-Winning Martinis in Södermalm, Stockholm

The Salt and Vinegar Martini at the National Portrait Gallery

If you’re in London, it’s time to visit the National Portrait Gallery. Even if you’ve been before, it’s had a refresh. And while you’re there, it would be rude not to pop upstairs for a meal and a drink at the rooftop restaurant, The Portrait. The Venue Richard Corrigan’s brasserie reopened in July after a refurbishment and it’s got a very tempting menu. One of … Continue reading The Salt and Vinegar Martini at the National Portrait Gallery

A Classic Martini Playlist

Much of the secret of enjoying a good martini is in the way that you make it. However, there are other elements beyond the drink that also contribute to the quality of the experience. Setting, lighting, ambience, atmosphere and company all play hugely important roles in your enjoyment. One aspect is the background noise. You might have the rain tapping against your window, the crackling … Continue reading A Classic Martini Playlist