Throughout history, artists and writers have been drawn to the Northern Italian hill town of Asolo; some say it’s because it’s the “city of a hundred horizons,” I think it’s because it’s the home of Asolo Prosecco! At one time, you might have caught a glimpse of poet Robert Browning, actress Elenora Duse, or writer
Straight from master mixologist Samuele Ambrosi, owner of Cloakroom Cocktail Lab and Knowledge Hub in Treviso. We met at Venice Cocktail Week last year, and I am thrilled to include one of his cocktail creations. It’s called the Made in Italy and is a little different from what you might think of as a prosecco
St-Rémy Brandy has released its newest expression, ‘Finished in Calvados Casks’, as part of its Cask Finish Collection. It’s a limited edition from the world’s number one French brandy, so you don’t want to miss it! Master Blender Cécile Roudaut always knew she wanted to do an expression in Calvados casks. Her instincts were spot
The Windy City, the heart of American, one of the greatest cities in the United States – whatever you call it, Chicago deserves its own cocktail! Guess what, it has one. Just like New York has its Sour, Chi-town has the Chicago Cocktail (and the Chicago Fizz Cocktail as well, but that’s a different drink!).
Love your bubbles? Then a visit to try Asolo Prosecco in situ is a must. Nestled in the heart of Italy’s Veneto region, these vineyards offer an insight and exploration of the art of prosecco making. Make your base the historic (and delightful) town of Asolo! From there, you can easily visit the vineyards that
After over 125 years of production, Speyburn Distillery is opening up its doors and showing everyone how award-winning single malt scotch whisky is meant to be made! Speyburn Founder John Hopkins was adamant his new distillery be located in the tiny village of Rothes, located in the Speyside region of Scotland. Only from there, could
Just when you thought my season was over, I’m surprising you with a little mid-summer episode dedicated to a place and spirit I love. If you’ve been listening to Lush Life for awhile you would probably know that I love Venice. If you are a first timer to Lush Life, Ill say it again I