Club Vivanova Showcases the Exclusive MacSween (Great Chieftain o' the Puddin' Race) Haggis for the British Association of Monaco's Traditional Burns Supper

The first Burns supper was held in July 1801 when nine of Burns’ close friends got together to mark the fifth anniversary of their friend’s death. On Monday 25th January 2021 at 7pm, join Club Vivanova and the British Association of Monaco (BAM) host a celebratory Burns Night Supper marking the life and work and the anniversary of the birth of Robbie Burns in 1759.

Date: Monday 25th January . 7pm
Location: Fairmont Monte Carlo
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James Macsween, Managing Director of Macsween of Edinburgh, stated “We are delighted to have been asked to supply the haggis to this year event. Your Burns supper would not be the same without a Macsween haggis at the top table, after all our haggis has international acclaim and is sought after around the world. Our haggis recipe has remained the same for nearly 70 year and is the most awarded haggis in the UK. Our vegetarian haggis invented by the late John Macsween which is suitable for vegans and is “wordy of a grace as lang’s my arm”. Macsween of Edinburgh is a third-generation family business which handmakes multi award-winning products including traditional haggis, vegetarian haggis which is vegan friendly and black pudding.”

Celebrating Burns Night
In traditional style, we will begin with the Selkirk Grace. Guests will then enjoy a hearty feast with a starter of Scottish smoked salmon. Our MacSween Haggis will be piped in, with a performance of Address to a Haggis, to be served with neeps and tatties, and toasted with drams of Aberfeldy 12 year old Single Malt Scotch Whisky.

We will host a raffle during the evening to raise funds for BAM's charitable causes, followed by a Chocolate Gateaux dessert, after which the Immortal Memory by Burns will be recited followed by a Toast to the Lassies, then a Reply to the Toast to the Lassies, before the final Burns recital is performed. To end this special night, everyone standing will join in to Auld Lang Syne.

A wine aperitif will be served from 7pm, with dinner and presentations starting at 8pm; international white and red wines will be served through out the meal, with mineral waters and finishing with coffee and Scottish shortcake. Dress code is black tie / kilt and a touch of tartan for ladies (optional).

You don't have to be a club member to join our parties. Everyone is welcome to book and attend our events, which are always well-attended; early reservations are recommended.

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A New Small Batch Brewery Launches on the French Riviera - the Gekko Brewing Company Based in Fayence - Borne From a Love of Craft Beer and Friendship

THE GEKKO BREWING COMPANY

Gekko Brewing Company was born from a love of craft beer and friendship. We are a craft beer brewery located in the Pays de Fayence in the Provence, Alps, Cote d'Azur region of France.

The Gekko adventure began in 2018 by brewing small batches in a garden shed, and in 2020 we moved in to our new premises ready for a full on launch in to the world of brewing. The Gekko team of five is made up from a group of family and friends with each member bringing their own passion and expertise to the team.

We try to reflect our region's natural beauty through our beers by using the highest quality base ingredients to produce a range of modern and traditional craft beers. At Gekko we believe that there is a beer for everyone. Our beers range from fresh, light and hoppy pales ales, through characterful and bold IPAs , as well as an award winning oatmeal stout.

One of our missions is to educate about the wonders of craft beer and we love doing tastings with the community showcasing the wide range of flavours and aromas that can be developed using just the four key brewing ingredients, water, grain, hops and yeast.

We also welcome people to visit our Brewery in the Pays de Fayence for tours and tastings, please check our opening times or get in touch. We would love to see you!

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Over €30,000 raised for the Chances for Children Foundation and TAF The Animal Fund! 2020 Sixth Edition Club Vivanova Luxury Lifestyle Charity Gala . Saturday 12th December 2020 . Fairmont Monte Carlo

Over €30,000 raised for the Chances for Children Foundation and TAF The Animal Fund! At the 2020 Sixth Edition Club Vivanova Luxury Lifestyle Charity Gala . Saturday 12th December 2020 . Fairmont Monte Carlo

Club Vivanova would like to sincerely thank our attendees, the Fairmont Monte Carlo and our club partners for the support that we received to promote what seemed like an impossible task! A charity gala during a pandemic lockdown. As quoted in Bradley Mitton's opening speech, Winston Churchill once said - “When you are going through hell, keep going” and we did keep on going and we’ve all been through hell this year but we achieved our goal and the gala was a massive success with 180 amazing attendees!

Under the circumstances, this was probably the most exceptional event that we have ever hosted and together, we raised over €30,000 for the Chances for Children Foundation and TAF The Animal Fund that respectively care for and educate children. This was truly a legendary moment during the crisis in partnership with the Fairmont Monte Carlo - commitment, determination, excellent planning with impeccable teamwork and execution.

We thank the following partners for helping us to raise awareness and funds to make the world a better place for our children to live in.. Metabolic Balance, ZANTOS, Aston Martin Monaco, Hello Monaco, Fairmont Monte Carlo, Riviera Buzz, Relevance Digital, Maboum, Breezedays, Vitamin Coffee, Yachting Charterworld, Liv Karsenti, Chilli No. 5, La Chevre d’Or, Scarpa Wines, Amy-Elle Global Massage Therapy, Champagne Paul Charpentier, La Vague de Saint Paul, Inspire Me Travel, Thirty-Nine Monte Carlo, Experience the French Riviera, Monte Carlo Beer, La Ferme d’Augustin, Corporate Club International, Lakemakeld, Natsuc, Victorine Ngangu, Vodka23, Riviera Radio, Authentic Hotels & Cruises, Bogali Concept and JWP Lifestyle.

If you are interested in the wines we served at the gala for order over the holidays, you’ll find details here.

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The British Association of Monaco Celebrates a Traditional Burns Night Supper with MacSween Haggis and Burns Poetry Recitals on Monday 25th January 2021 at the Fairmont Monte Carlo

Traditional Burns Night Supper
Monday 25th January 2021 . 7pm
Fairmont Monte Carlo
Book tickets online

Join Club Vivanova and the British Association of Monaco (BAM) for a celebration marking the life and work and the anniversary of the birth of Robbie Burns in 1759. The first Burns supper was held in July 1801 when nine of Burns’ close friends got together to mark the fifth anniversary of their friend’s death.

Celebrating Burns Night
In traditional style, we will begin with the Selkirk Grace. Guests will then enjoy a hearty feast with a starter of Scottish smoked salmon. Our MacSween Haggis will be piped in, with a performance of Address to a Haggis, to be served with neeps and tatties, and toasted with drams of Aberfeldy 12 year old Single Malt Scotch Whisky.

We will host a raffle during the evening to raise funds for BAM's charitable causes, followed by a Chocolate Gateaux dessert, after which the Immortal Memory by Burns will be recited followed by a Toast to the Lassies, then a Reply to the Toast to the Lassies, before the final Burns recital is performed. To end this special night, everyone standing will join in to Auld Lang Syne.

A wine aperitif will be served from 7pm, with dinner and presentations starting at 8pm; international white and red wines will be served through out the meal, with mineral waters and finishing with coffee and Scottish shortcake. Dress code is black tie / kilt and a touch of tartan for ladies (optional).

You don't have to be a club member to join our parties. Everyone is welcome to book and attend our events, which are always well-attended; early reservations are recommended.

Learn more about BAM membership

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Respecting the Natural Life-Cycle of the Sea - the Newly Opened Temakinho in Monte Carlo Features Sustainability with Japanese Cuisine, the Brazilian Way!

Discover Temakinho’s Japanese Brazilian cuisine. Within the sophisticated environment of Monte Carlo’s harbour, you’ll have the chance to enjoy our original recipes stemming from the encounter between Japanese tradition and Brazilian culture. The result is a unique culinary experience rooted into the principles of sustainability.

The cuisine at Temakinho works with passion to discover the highest quality of raw materials. Raw materials that Temakinho discovered with responsible and enthusiastic suppliers, farmers and fisherman who love and are dedicated to their job.

Our temakies are prepared right after your order by the chefs at Temakinho to guarantee the crispiness of the seaweed. The rice comes from controlled farming and its cooked daily. All the fish is rigorously fresh and prepared according to current standards in order to guarantee all the healthy properties and making it a meal suitable for everybody, including pregnant ladies.

Unquestionably, the queen of all drinks at Temakinho is the caipirinha which is prepared by our bartenders using the best Brazilian cachaças, sugar, lime and fresh fruit pulp.

Our bartenders at Temakinho believe that the secret of the quality in our caipirinha is an intangible element given by the saudade (nostalgia) and the cheerfulness that only the expert hands of a Brazilian hearted bartender can transfer into a cocktail.

At Temakinho energising, detoxing and beauty properties are included in our fresh fruit smoothies which are made by mixing tropical fruits.

Club Vivanova hosts a gourmet dinner at Temakinho Monte Carlo on Wednesday 23rd December 2020 . View the event and booking details

Join a Gourmet Champagne Lunch at Maya Jah Monaco with Partner Presentations and Dynamic Business Networking on Thursday 17th December

It's that festive time of the year again and in partnership with Champagne Paul Charpentier, we are celebrating with a Premier Cru Champagne Gourmet Networking Lunch at Maya Jah in Monaco. Our business lunches give attendees the opportunity to develop direct introductions to our club community and the chance to privately meet over lunch and network in the wonderful ambience of Maya Jah.

RESTAURANT MAYA JAH MONACO
Gourmet Champagne Networking Lunch
Thursday 17th December 2020 . 12.30pm
€48 per person . Book Tickets Online

Corporate Partner Presentation
Event open to members and non-members

Gourmet Champagne Lunch
A three-course lunch will be served with starters, a choice of main course (Chicken Tikka Masala or Vegetarian Curry) married with a selection of three Premier Cru Paul Charpentier Champagnes - Blanc de Blancs Brut, Rosé and 2012 Vintage Brut, followed by dessert. Coffee and mineral waters are included.

The lunch will include a short introduction to a selection of our local Platinum and Corporate Club Partners. An excellent opportunity for business networking.

Premier Cru Champagne Paul Charpentier
Vincent Charpentier continues the legacy of his father Paul, trained from his youth in the vineyard, maintaining the family business, producing hand-made and world-class Champagne. Our exclusive event will showcase the history of this excellent Champagne house. Read more..

You don't have to be a club member to join our parties. Everyone is welcome to book and attend our events, which are always well-attended; early reservations are recommended.

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Méthode Tasmanoise - World Class Sparkling Wines Pioneered by Frenchman and Champagne Icon Louis Roederer

“It could be argued we’re completely mad growing grapes in the wild and unforgivingly cold Tasmanian environment. But there’s méthode to our madness.”

Established in 1986, Jansz Tasmania specialises in crafting luxury sparkling wines from Tasmania. In a joint venture with Heemskerk, Louis Roederer recognised the similarities of the Tasmanian climate to that of Champagne and together they planted Pinot Noir and Chardonnay vines. Order Jansz Sparkling Wines online

DESTINED FOR GREATNESS

It was this foresight which led to the production of the first Tasmanian vintage sparkling wine in 1989 using traditional Méthode Champenoise; a tradition that continues today. Now Australian owned by the Hill-Smith family since 1998, the vineyard was renamed Jansz Tasmania, paying homage to Abel Janszoon Tasman who first sighted the island in 1642. Proudly Tasmanian.

MÉTHODE TASMANOISE

The climatic conditions of the Jansz vineyard rival the famed French wine region of Champagne. In fact, it was originally with French contribution that Jansz became Tasmania’s first sparkling made using the traditional Méthode.

Today we call it, Méthode Tasmanoise. It’s the essence of a partnership between the environment and our winemaker. Just as the cool Tasmanian climate creates spectacular beauty in nature, it is also instrumental in the creation of art in bottles.

The climatic conditions of the Jansz vineyard rival the famed French wine region of Champagne. In fact, it was originally with French contribution that Jansz became Tasmania’s first sparkling made using the traditional Méthode.

PERFECTLY POSITIONED

The Jansz Tasmania vineyard sits to the northeast of the island state within the Pipers River region of the Tamar Valley. This cool little corner is colloquially known as ‘Sparkling Tasmania’.

Temperatures here are moderated by close proximity to Bass Strait. The ocean breezes keep the temperature up during winter – minimising risk of frost, and down in summer – allowing our grapes to ripen slowly and develop intense, delicate and refined flavours.

Resting on a bed of pure, red, free-draining basalt soils, the Jansz vineyard truly is the perfect site to grow grapes for world-class sparkling wines.

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Go Oriental this Weekend with a Metabolic Balance Recipe - Chana Dal - Packed with Pulses and Proteins

Pulses are one of the best sources of vegetable protein and are far more than just an ingredient on the winter menu. They are low-cost, a low-fat source of protein, full of fibre with vitamins and minerals and they count towards your recommended five daily portions of fruit and vegetables. A pulse is an edible seed that grows in a pod. Pulses include all beans, peas and lentils, such as chickpeas (chana or garbanzo beans).

For far too long, dishes with pulses have been considered as poor people's food. But then a number of star chefs showed, how fine the seeds of the garden fruits beans, peas and lentils can taste by serving them as a salad instead of a thick soup or turning them into noble vegetable side dishes. And even within the growing Slow Food movement, the important protein suppliers enjoy a good reputation. The legume cuisine does not get boring so quickly: after all, there are over 12,000 legumes. So regularly use various pulses and enjoy their culinary variety.

Oriental Chana Dal - a delicious chickpea curry (Metabolic Balance phase 3)

Ingredients
1 serving of chickpeas
1 serving of veggies (carrots, white cabbage, bell peppers, cauliflower, zucchini....)
Diced onion
Garlic
Vegetable broth
Smooth parsley
Peppermint tea
Coconut milk

Seasoning:
Indian curry
Precious sweet peppers
Freshly ground pepper
Chilli
Black cumin
Masala

Preparation:
Wash chickpeas and soak in peppermint tea overnight, then they have a slight mint flavor. Simmer for just under one hour the next day. At the same time sweat the onion and garlic in olive oil, then add the vegetables and cook. Add the cooked chickpeas, add them and fry for a bit. Taste with spices and vegetable broth and quench with coconut milk. Finish in the oven for 15 minutes.

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Learn About Wine and Why the French Call Pinot Noir "Sex In a Glass" with Brad Mitton's Newly Launched Wine Subscription Service

For 18 years, Brad Mitton has supplied small-batch New World wines to the luxury hospitality industry across Europe. During the two Corona-virus lockdowns and since his restaurant and hotel traders have closed, he re-structured with a home delivery concept and from scratch, developed a monthly subscription service which gives customers the chance to try the boutique wines (that he normally sells to sommeliers) at home - all carefully sourced from small, family-owned wineries from around the world.

”I have been inspired to work with small, family-owned wineries because in my experience, they produce the best value wines that you can find. These wines are hand-crafted - they have a story about where they are from and how they are made - and it is these wines that I send out every month to our subscribers, wines with beautiful details that I enjoy sharing with people."

Below - in one of his recent wine education videos - Brad addresses the Pinot Noir grape and explains why the French often refer to it as “Sex in a Glass”.

How does it work?
It’s simple! Subscribers can choose their case size, colour and preferred style, or opt to receive the recommended wine selection for the month. With this easy-to-use ordering platform, there are no intimidating wine shelves or second-guessing choices - subscribers receive great wines straight from Brad, tailored to their taste! And Brad does his best to ensure the wines are great.

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Prices start from:
6 bottles - €54 / £49 per month
12 bottles - €98 / £88 per month
18 bottles - €148 / £127 per month

The service offer free monthly gifts, the option to pause, opt-out or gift a friend and Brad supports with learn and taste videos and blogs.

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Premier Cru Champagne Forget-Brimont Launches on Wednesday 16th December with a Grand Degustation at Maison Pluvinet in Beaulieu-sur-Mer

“Our role is to reveal the purity of the terroir through the wines. Sometimes the less we do the best it is. The idea behind each cuvée Champagne Forget-Brimont is to share, to spread spontaneous pleasure which combines both sincerity and conviviality.” Such is the vision of this incredible Champagne producing family.

Join Club Vivanova on Wednesday 16th December 2020 for the Grand Degustation in Beaulieu-sur-Mer . Link to event and tickets

Sustainable viticulture
Cultivating excellence in cohesion with environment to ensure the best possible expression of our terroir in our cuvées, we have adopted viticulture methods which are respectful of the soil and the vine. No anti-rot treatments or insecticides, with the elimination of anti-botrytis treatments since 2000, using of pheromones against grape worms and organic fertilizers and soil conditioners. Treatments are targeted and kept to a minimum.

We only intervene where absolutely necessary to keep our vines strong and healthy. The care we take in cultivating the vine is extended to the vinification of our wines, for which we use a process as most natural as possible. We have adopted a non-interventionist approach to allow full expression to our terroirs and grape varieties. Our wines contain: no enzymes, no fining agent the lowest sulphite amount. Our thermoregulated tanks are only washed with hot water (no use of acids).

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Stay Home and Join a Virtual International Wine Tasting Experience with Bradley Mitton on Friday 27th November

ZOOM . Virtual Wine Tasting Experience with Bradley Mitton
Friday 27th November . 7.30pm CET
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€58 per household
(includes a case of six wines with free EU / UK delivery)

Join in from anywhere in the EU and UK
We deliver wines to you for the tasting
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Club Vivanova hosts a Virtual ZOOM Wine Tasting Experience on Friday 27th November at 7.30pm CET, offering guests the opportunity to taste six premium international wines during a guided and educational degustation with Mitton International Wines owner Bradley Mitton.

Guests may join in from anywhere in the EU or the UK, just by logging into the ZOOM application - we will deliver your wines to your door in time for the tasting.

The tasting will serve as a fun and comprehensive introduction to the fundamentals of wine production and appreciation including reading a wine label, wine basics, evaluating wine, viticultural and winemaking practices and food-wine pairing.

White Wines
Château Haut Pougnan . Bordeaux, France
Sliding Hill Sauvignon Blanc 2019 . New Zealand
Woodlands Chardonnay 2019 . Australia

Red Wines
Mannara Primitivo 2018 . Italy
Woodlands Shiraz Cabernet 2018 . Australia
Rewen Estate Malbec 2018 . Argentina

Book online and we will dispatch the wines anywhere in the EU or UK with free delivery, tasting notes and wine-pairing recipes. A link will be emailed for the ZOOM tasting.

Turkish Winery Mozaik Joins Club Vivanova as a Platinum Partner to Showcase their Family Passion

MOZAIK WINERY - A PRODUCT OF FAMILY PASSION

A product of our family’s passion, Mahrem is our testimony to the enormous potential for high quality wine production in Turkey.

Mozaik Winery’s vineyards and the Mahrem wines produced in its on-site winery located in Urla-Izmir are together a part of a project, which we aim to pass on to the next generations. In our vineyards in Urla, we have started from scratch, and are growing several red varietals after careful selection considering the geography and the history of the region. We are now growing Syrah, Sangiovese, Corinto, Montepulciano, Petit Verdot, Tannat, Marselan, Ekigaïna, and Rebo. We grow our vines organically with little to no manipulation, and work in coordination with the laws of the nature. Some of the grapes mentioned are new varietals in the world with no vinified example, and have already won awards in leading international competitions.

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Reset Your Body with Metabolic Balance - Ginger and Turmeric Tea

Treat yourself and your immune system right with a cup of fresh ginger and turmeric tea. It not only tastes wonderful, but also warms you from the inside and has an anti-inflammatory effect on your body. Simply blanch a thumb-sized piece of ginger and some turmeric (fresh or powdered) with hot water and enjoy!

Ginger is a flowering plant that originated in Southeast Asia. It's among the healthiest (and most delicious) spices on the planet. It belongs to the Zingiberaceae family, and it's closely related to turmeric, cardamom, and galangal. The rhizome (underground part of the stem) is the part commonly used as a spice.

Turmeric is a relative of ginger, this vivid yellow-orange spice is common in Indian, Southeast Asian, and Middle Eastern cooking. It's also been used as medicine in places like India for centuries to treat issues such as breathing problems. Lately, turmeric has been touted as a super food that can fight cancer, ease depression, and more.

The Metabolic Balance® nutrition plan rests your body and is based on your personal dietary requirements. Your personalized plan will contain foods that are optimal for your metabolism. Quantities, advice and menu suggestions for all stages of the program are supplied.

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Win a Magnum of Piemonte CasaScarpa Barbera d'Asti with the November Brad's Wine Subscription

In November 2020, all Brad’s Wine subscribers (new and existing) will be entered into a tombola with the chance to win a Magnum of CasaScarpa Barbera d’Asti. Probably the best-value wine subscription service on the planet, Brad’s Wine offers subscribers mixed cases of hand-selected wines starting with six bottles for €54 delivered monthly with DHL.

Brad Mitton personally selects the wines from small boutique wineries across the globe. Subscribers choose colours and styles online, Brad matches and dispatches with free partner gifts and great prizes every month; subscribers may opt-out or pause the subscription at any time. View Brad’s wine tasting videos and wine blog at his recently launched website. There is also an excellent YouTube Channel dedicated to wine education and tastings of the selected wines. View the great selection for November 2020, and this month, receive a free bottle of Monte Carlo Beer in your wine case.

WIN THE MAGNUM!
To win, subscribe online - Magnum CasaScarpa Barbera d'Asti 2016
This beautifully balanced Barbera bears the name of a simple, fresh, daily house wine. Rich in colour and taste, it highlights the main characters of the Barbera grape with blackberry notes. Grapes come from one large plot at Poderi Bricchi estate harvested each year in the first week of September.

ABOUT SCARPA WINE - Nizza Monferrato, Piemonte
The history of Scarpa Wine spans over the history of Piedmont winemaking and tells the story of our land, grapes, wines and people. Over the past years we have brought forward the ambition to continue Scarpa as a world-class winery. Today Scarpa thrives on the combination of tradition and ambition to express the Piedmont terroirs through our wines. We actively engage with both local and international universities to expand our network and raise awareness about Piedmont’s wine history and tradition; following on Mario Pesce’s advice on taste education we believe in it as an important pillar for the continuous pursuit of quality.

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NOBU Fairmont Monte Carlo Launches The Winter Collection by Sushi Chef Wagner Spadacio

The sexiest restaurant on the planet offers a Winter Collection of specialities by Sushi Chef Wagner Spadacio at Nobu Fairmont Monte Carlo ‪from ‬October 30, 2020 until early spring.

“A unique collection…

We live in an era in which world cuisine is accessible to all. Yet, enjoying Japanese cuisine may not be within the reach of the average person. We discover a country through its history, its culture, its religion but also through its culinary traditions, the understanding of raw materials and the respect of ancestral techniques.

It’s this story that has fascinated Wagner Spadacio and led this young chef to dedicate his career to sublimating the Japanese cuisine art. It’s also to share his passion that this generous Sushi Chef decided to create this winter: the Winter Collection, a selection of 21 creations of aperitif bites, only available at the Nobu Lounge and in limited edition. From Nigiri to small cups this selection is an explosion of flavours, a work of culinary goldsmithing, in terms of products selections, design, colors … And to plenty enjoy this experience, he will recommend a food and drink agreement, which you will discover in a magazine specially published for the occasion.

Available at Nobu Fairmont Monte Carlo ‪from ‬October 30, 2020 until early spring.

Created by a talented chef…

WAGNER SPADACIO, originally from Brazil, arrived in France at the age of 14 and began his Japanese culinary career in 2010 after obtaining the certificate of Pro Sushi Chef in Paris.

From there, his passion for Japanese culture developed, and a few years later, he participated in the French Open Sushi Competition where he finished as the winner, becoming French Sushi Champion in 2017.

He subsequently went to Japan and trained at the renowned Bazara restaurant in Tokyo run by the 3 Michelin stars’ Chef Hirohisa Koyama.

All his efforts paid off in 2018 when he competed in the World Sushi Cup in Tokyo where he became Vice Sushi World Champion.”

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Reset Your Body with Metabolic Balance - The Perfect Autumn Recipe - Pumpkin Stew with Lentils

The Metabolic Balance® nutrition plan rests your body and is based on your personal dietary requirements. Your personalized plan will contain foods that are optimal for your metabolism. Quantities, advice and menu suggestions for all stages of the program are supplied.

The Perfect Autumn Recipe
Pumpkin Stew with Lentils 

Ingredients
1 serving of lentils 
1 serving of vegetables (we take pumpkin, broccoli, leek) 
Chili 
1 garlic clove
Salt
Pepper 
Curry powder 
Marjoram 
½ tbsp. chopped parsley 
250 ml vegetable broth 

Method
Wash the lentils, soak if necessary, boil with fresh water until al dente, drain. Wash and clean the vegetables, chop them and fry them with some oil, garlic and chili. Fill up with vegetable stock. Add lentils, season and cook until soft. Add fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy!

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Watch & Learn . Brad's Wine - a Lockdown Start-up - Launches Educational Wine Tasting Videos Online

With global lockdowns adversely affecting the gastronomy trade, a new lock-down subscription business launched. Brad’s Wine offers discerning wine drinkers the chance to subscribe and have a great selection of boutique wines delivered each month with tasting notes, wine-pairing recipes, free gifts and the chance to wine great monthly prizes.

As a supporting role to this subscription service, Brad offers subscribers the chance to understand more about what they are drinking. Watch a selection of videos online that are presented to simplify the understanding of wines and explain more about wine history; with tasting explanations on a variety of wine growing locations and varietals and simple overviews of how to examine and evaluate wine.

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”I have been inspired to work with small, family-owned wineries because in my experience, they produce the best value wines that you can find. These wines are hand-crafted - they have a story about where they are from and how they are made - and it is these beautiful details that I enjoy sharing with people."

With over 25 years of professional experience in the wine industry, Brad Mitton imports selected international wines for leading sommeliers in Central Europe. He is based in the South of France and travels throughout Europe marketing his company and running gourmet events with Club Vivanova.

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A Great Tasting New Corporate Partner . Monte Carlo Beer - Born in the South

MONTE CARLO BEER . New Corporate Partner

THE BEGINNING
Born in the South (of France) and having always been passionate about beer, our starting point was simple: on the French Riviera there are countless beers available on the market but there are not any light and really refreshing beers. The beers that are sold are mainly Belgian and Dutch, with a pronounced taste and often heavier. That is why we came up with the idea of producing a regional beer combining lightness and smoothness.

THE CONCEPT
”Refreshing, thirst-quenching, light and easy to drink” are the key words describing this beer. In fact, these specific qualities really come from our wish to appeal to the greatest number. The beer also reflects the Mediterranean climate with its mild and refreshing taste. The main goal is to invite people to enjoy this beer in a sociable atmosphere.

We are seeking to attract both the curious and the connoisseurs. We want to introduce them to this “bière de soif” or “session beer”, which thanks to its slight if any bitterness gives a really enjoyable taste. The Monte Carlo Beer stands out in this way thanks to its unique and distinctive taste providing lightness and shared enjoyment.

PRODUCTION
The Monte Carlo Beer is brewed in the Provence Alpes Côte d’Azur region in Saint Raphael situated in the Massif de l’Esterel (Esterel mountains) by Les Brasseurs de l’Estérel (Esterel Brewers). This is a traditional brewery which uses high performance technology enabling us to attain an optimum level of quality beer. Our objective is to combine the know-how of the best artisans with the use of the local workforce and regional products. In this way we can carefully monitor the brews so as to avoid all health risks.

We are also very attentive as regards the brewing process and in this respect tests are systematically carried out by an independent laboratory which is accredited by the Comite francais d’accreditation (COFRAC) [French Accreditation Commission].
The Monte Carlo Beer recipe has been officially registered in order to protect and preserve its unique identity.

COMPOSITION
This is a light lager “Pale Ale” type beer and is a blend of three malts and three hops produced in France, top fermented, with 4.5% alcohol. All our ingredients come from sustainable agriculture.

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Chilli No. 5 Launches Great Tasting Sauces Packed with Superfoods and Supplements

Club Vivanova was recently invited to sample and taste a selection of unique and interesting spicy sauces released by new start-up Chilli No. 5. The sauces are now launched and available for online purchase. Is Chili No. 5 the sauce of life? We interviewed founder Rumble Romagnoli to find out more..

“Chilli No. 5 offers designer chilli sauces for the bold, the brave, and the curious. Each recipe has the humble yet unmistakeable Chilli No. 5 as its centrepiece. It's our namesake and inspiration.”

“Cuisines from across the globe have inspired our portfolio of 13 luxury vegan chilli sauces. Iconic hot sauces, such as harissa, jerk, peri peri and sriracha have been reinterpreted for the modern hot sauce lover who demands not only a great tasting sauce but one that is healthy.

Packed into our luxury hot sauces are high-quality ingredients coupled with carefully chosen superfoods and supplements, such as inulin, maca powder, red ginseng, L-Arginine, guarana, and fenugreek. The health benefits of these natural ingredients might help with sleep deprivation, libido, concentration, weight loss, and anxiety.

We are also dedicated to sustainability. All of our luxury sauces are available to purchase in an elegant keepsake glass bottle, which can be refilled again-and-again courtesy of our light-weight recyclable plastic refill pouches.

At Chilli No. 5 we aim to not only offer a selection of great-tasting sauces, but ones that are good for you (and the planet) too. That’s why we like to refer to our sauces as The Sauce of Life." 

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Neptune Rum Gold Hosts Second Monaco Event - Gourmet Dinner at Maya Jah

MAYA JAH MONACO
Wednesday 7th October 2020 . 8pm
Gourmet Dinner & Neptune Rum Gold Cocktails
€88 per person 
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Join us at Monaco's finest Indian Restaurant for a gourmet dinner married with unique Neptune Rum Gold cocktails. Enjoy exceptional cocktails created by the Maya Jah mixologists, married with oriental flavours, orchestrated with traditional and contemporary recipes. Four cocktails will be paired with a three course dinner.

Gourmet Menu & Cocktails
Pineapple Express Apéritif
Lime . Salty Butter Liqueur . Pineapple

Samosas . Breaded Fish
Moby Dick
Lime . Red Côté de Provence Wine

Chicken Tikka Masala or
Vegetarian Curry
Notorious Ginger
Ginger Ale . Ginger Beer . Lime . Blackberry 

Ice Cream
The Last Dance
Crème de Cacao . Nutmeg

You don't have to be a club member to join our parties. Everyone is welcome to book and attend our events, which are always well-attended; early reservations are recommended.
 
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