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ABK6 — a prestigious cognac hailing from France has had many of our friends falling head over heels in love with it. Today, to enable you to revel further with our ABK6, we will be sharing with you a few ways of savouring this magnificent cognac.

International Women’s Day is just round the corner, and we would like to take a step back to think about the numerous women that inspire us on this planet. Here are 5 of them that really stirred our emotions.

“No one can make you inferior without your consent- Eleanor Roosevelt” Most of us who live in a fast paced Singapore understand and acknowledge that we have a 92% stress rate according to the 360 Cigma survey done in 2019. Let us discover some methods of self care and why it is so important to us. In Singapore, the Ministry of Health’s data revealed that US$931 million is spent on stress-related incidences at the hospitals with 11 million appointments made with General Practitioners (GPs).

There’s no greater power than a mother’s stare when you do something wrong and no comfort like the mothers hug when you are having a crazy day at work. With this, we present the most powerful quotes from our Mother’s Arsenal.

Let’s face it! Behind every successful man is a woman. This phrase has been used since the 1940s and even before then, Women have played a massive role in making this world a better place. As we celebrate International Women’s Day, we raise our glasses to those who have truly touched our hearts.

South Africa was the 8th biggest wine producer in the world in 2015 with approximately 1,130 million litres of wine produced – most of their production is exported to countries such as the United Kingdom, Germany, Ireland, Japan, Russia and Denmark. Wine has been produced in South Africa for longer than any of the other new world countries. In the 1600s, French Huguenots, Dutch and English settled down near the Cape of Good Hope in Constantia, as well as in the district of Franschhoek where vineyards were then planted.

Traditionally, Chinese / Lunar New Year is about a Reunion of family members and loved ones. It is about blessings, longevity, prosperity, and a time of togetherness. This can be seen in the Reunion dinner compromising of Chinese delicacies. Before we raise our glasses and prepare for a celebration and dive into a gastronomical adventure, let us present you with an ultimate food and wine pairing Guide for Chinese New Year.

Matthew Ng a certified sommelier in Asia’s Inaugural Court of Master Sommelier has had diverse experiences in the Hospitality industry and held several leadership roles in establishing and repositioning well-known Hotels including Marina Bay Sands, Singapore and Galaxy Macau provides his input on how we can make full use of our Christmas celebrations.

What’s better than munching on a bar of chocolate and enjoying a glass of wine? Combining both and indulge in a cup of red wine hot chocolate! As the saying goes, “The whole is greater than the sum of its parts.”, we’re sure this saying is made for red wine hot chocolate. Although, this combination might sound like either the best idea or the worst idea initially and you’re probably a little grossed out by this milk and red wine mixture which is the first reaction of the majority, but you’ll really be surprised how delicious it actually is.

Wine tasting often seems complicated to many, however with some basic pointers to look out for, one will be able to decipher some key information.

A bottle of value-for-money wine is not exactly difficult to find after all! We definitely understand the quandary of searching for bottles of genuine and quality wines in Myanmar… Everyone knows that It is a common behavior to want to spend money on deserving products. With that, you can rest assured that Marco’s Cellar products will guide you to the desirable wine drinking experiences that you have been yearning for! Marco’s Cellar is a merchant with authentic import and export licenses. On top of that, our wines are tax-paid, FDA-tested and kept in optimal condition.

Not only does holding your wine glass incorrectly make you look less classy, it also puts the glass of wine you are savouring to waste. What is the direct implication to this?

If you were to examine one of your latest wine purchases, do you realise that besides its long and slender neck, a corked or screw-capped top and an eye-catching label, there is an indent (commonly known as a punt)?

Burgundy — otherwise known as Bourgogne or vin de Bourgogne is wine made in Burgundy, a region in eastern France. The most famous wines are dry red wines made from Pinot Noir grapes and white wines made from Chardonnay grapes. Other grape varieties such as Gamay and Aligoté are also used, but not as noble as the aforementioned two varieties. Small amounts of rosé and sparkling wines are produced in the region as well.

Mooiplaas Wine Estate & Private Nature Reserve is a winery, vineyard and nature reserve located in the Stellenbosch wine district of the Western Cape, in South Africa. The wine estate dates back to 1806, when its first owner Petrus Bosman acquired the land. The land was subsequently acquired in 1963 by Nicolaas and Mercia Roos.

Chenin Blanc — otherwise known as Pineau de la Loire is a type of white wine grape variety hailing from Loire Valley, France (Anjou-Saumur & Touraine regions) that has been cultivated since approximately 1,300 years ago.

Pinotage — a red wine grape that was bred in South Africa back in 1925 as a cross between pinot noir and cinsaut. Cinsaut was known as ‘hermitage’ in South Africa back in the days, hence the portmanteau name pinotage.

Most ladies have a sweet tooth, unlike men – this is why the stereotype of ‘women swoon over a piece of chocolate cake and men could go through their entire lives without it so long as they have a beer and a hunk of meat’. How do you pair a slice of decadent cake with a glass of aromatic wine? Do it right and you will realize that both of them goes well with each other, like a piece of jigsaw fitting into a whole big picture.

Say what they will, but it is a widely-known fact that an ample amount of red wine is the surest road to your health and well-being. It is also considered a very effective preventive measure against cardiovascular and coronal diseases. Research has proven that red wine comprises of over 200 types of nutritional elements which are good for our health. Some of these elements are sugar, organic acids, amino acids, vitamins and polyphenols, which has antioxidant properties as well. These are vital for our body for normal body growth, development and metabolism. Remember to take particular notice of this substance found in grapes (and other berries such as mulberries and blueberries) called resveratrol. It is anti-oxidation and anti-aging, something all of us would appreciate!

A father is a person who will stop at nothing to give his children a fulfilling life. He may not perform extraordinary feats to prove his fatherly love but his simple gestures will convince you how much he loves you. He may not be that expressive with his love through words or gifts but actions speak louder than words. The worry lines crease his forehead when he is unable to fulfill your wishes. The teary eyes that normally do not appear or the punishments you received due to your mischief, all speak of love.