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Inside Laithwaites Wine Festival 2026

28 August, 2026

Our beloved Wine Festival is back, and this time we're going to Manchester. We will be there 20th-21st November, so read on to discover why you need to come to this one!

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Best wines for dinner parties

13 August, 2026

Discover the best wines to serve at your next dinner party – and how to match wine to the food being served.

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Best chilled red wines for al fresco dining

2 July, 2026

Lightly chilled red wines are perfect for warm-weather sipping. Discover which styles to try.

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Our top summer gifts for wine lovers

10 May, 2026

Discover the perfect summer gifts for wine lovers, from fruity rosés and crisp white wines to a bottle of fizz or something extra special.

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How to choose the perfect wedding wines

23 March, 2026

You don’t need a massive budget for great wedding wine. This guide covers how to calculate quantities and tips to pick crowd-pleasing bottles.

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Best wines to pair with your Easter lunch

9 March, 2026

Wondering which wines to serve with your Easter lunch? Discover our top red, white and sparkling wine picks.

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Best wines to pair with Pancakes

12 February, 2026

Pancakes and wine? Yes please! Our handy guide has the perfect wine pairing for every pancake preference. Read on to find your ideal match this Pancake Day.

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Best sparkling wines to pop this Valentine’s Day

10 February, 2026

Looking for a bottle of wine to celebrate Valentine’s Day with? Well, luckily for you, roses are red, violets are blue, and we’ve got some great pink sparkling wine recommendations for you.

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Top wine pairings for vegetarian and vegan dishes

9 January, 2026

You don’t have to be a full-time vegan to appreciate a plant-based feast - but finding the right wine to serve alongside it can be a puzzle. 

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Best Scotch whiskies for Burns Night

7 January, 2026

Discover five top Scotch whiskies to take to a Burns Night supper – and sound like an expert, with tips on what to say about them.

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6 classic Champagne cocktails to make in minutes

6 January, 2026

Celebrate in style with our fun champagne cocktail recipes – from classic champagne cocktails to more adventurous takes – bring on the bubbly!

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Mocktail recipes to celebrate Dry January

31 December, 2025

Discover how to make Dry January fun and flavourful with five easy mocktail recipes. From Virgin Sangria to Berry Blush Fizz, these recipes will keep your celebrations delicious – all without a drop of alcohol.

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The best food and wine pairings for Chinese New Year

31 December, 2025

Chinese New Year is just around the corner. Whether you're heading out to your favourite Chinese restaurant or ordering in a takeaway to celebrate, the big question is: what wine should you pair with all those diverse flavours?

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Alcohol-free mulled wine Recipe

13 November, 2025

Keep the festive cheer flowing, even without the alcohol. Dive into our easy recipe and discover our top recommended alcohol-free red.

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Must-Try Ports & Sherries for Christmas

10 November, 2025

No festive table has been truly complete without Port or Sherry. To help you make sure your celebrations are perfectly paired, we've handpicked some of our favourite bottles.

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Best Sparkling Wines for Christmas

7 November, 2025

With Christmas fast approaching, we've made choosing your sparkling wine easy with a roundup of our favourite fizz for every budget, preference and food pairing.

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Best Wines To Pair With Christmas Dinner

6 November, 2025

You've planned the perfect Christmas feast, but one final task remains: finding the perfect wines. Which sparkling wine will impress your guests? Is it truly a white wine for turkey?

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Christmas Gift Guide 2025

3 November, 2025

If you’re unsure what to get someone for Christmas, wine is always a safe bet. It’s easy to personalise, too. There are even wines that give a nod to different hobbies and interests!

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Why Wine Makes the Perfect Corporate Gift

27 October, 2025

Not all corporate gifts are created equal. Some are forgettable, others feel impersonal… and then there’s wine.

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Best Wines For Mulled Wine

21 October, 2025

What makes mulled wine so enjoyable? The wine you choose, of course... so our experts have picked their favourites reds for mulling, plus a simple recipe to make it!

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Halloween wine cocktail recipes

20 October, 2025

Take your Halloween celebrations to the next level with our eerie concoctions... with wine recommendations to give your cocktails an extra kick!

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5 Stylish Ways to Gift Wrap a Wine Bottle

9 October, 2025

You’ve chosen the perfect wine gift. Now, how do you make sure the wrapping looks as thoughtful as the wine inside?

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Easy cocktail recipes for St. Patricks Day

5 March, 2025

Make this St. Patrick’s Day one to remember with these nine easy-to-make cocktails. From classics to fun, green-hued sips, these tasty tipples are sure to bring the Irish spirit to your celebrations.

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4 Easy White Wine Cocktail Recipes

18 May, 2024

Searching for the perfect summer tipple? Invite your friends round and sip these refreshing white wine cocktails in the sunshine.

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