Experience a Virtual ZOOM Wine Tasting this January Showcasing Exceptional Wines from the Other Side of the World

We are all spending a little more time at home this January and most people are in need of some new and safe ways to relax and connect with people during this strange time. Zoom wine tasting is the perfect way to try new wines, learn about them and connect with people online.

This January, Auntsfield Estate in Marlborough (New Zealand) and Bradley Mitton from Mitton International Wines have joined forces to deliver a selection of three excellent boutique wines to your door - the wines will be accompanied with the chance to join an online virtual ZOOM tasting with Bradley at 7.30pm CET on Friday 29th January 2021.

VIRTUAL NEW ZEALAND WINE EXPERIENCE with Brad Mitton
Friday 29th January 2021 . 7.30pm CET
RSVP . Book Online
€65 per household
(includes three delivered wines)

Club Vivanova hosts a Virtual New Zealand Wine Experience on Friday 29th January 2021 at 7.30pm CET, offering guests the opportunity to taste three beautifully pure and boutique Marlborough wines during a guided and educational degustation with Mitton Wines owner Bradley Mitton.

Platinum Partner Billionaire Life Opens Flagship Location in Riyadh's Sulaimaniya District Offering a New and Opulent Asian and Italian Journey

Billionaire Life, the luxury hospitality brand founded by Formula 1 legend Flavio Briatore, opens its Riyadh location today on Dabbab Street in the city’s Sulaimaniya District, elevating Saudi Arabia’s sophisticated dining scene to a new standard. Billionaire Riyadh offers a menu of two distinct yet harmonious cuisines - New-Asian and Italian - curated by celebrity chef Batuhan Piatti Zeynioğlu.

The restaurant’s standalone building features a spectacular sculpture-garden entrance and a multisensory interior designed by the London-based firm Sagrada. Inspired by the idea of a nocturnal adventure, the versatile setting strikes a balance between formality and casual ease, where Riyadh’s refined urban clientele can meet in a discreet environment for daytime business lunches, all-evening dinners with friends, and private events.

The Billionaire restaurant brand, a subsidiary of the Billionaire Life hospitality and entertainment portfolio, opened its first location in Porto Cervo, Italy, in 1998. Since then, it has established itself as an icon and leader in the international dining and entertainment scene. Billionaire Riyadh, the brand’s second location in the Middle East, gears its menu, interior, and ambience toward the city’s discerning professionals, who seek innovative dining experiences in exclusivity-conscious spaces. The restaurant is owned and operated by Modern Food Company Ltd. (MFC), a Saudi-based franchisee of international hospitality brands.

“Modern Food Company is thrilled to partner with the world-renowned Billionaire Life brand,” says Mr. Faisal Shaker, CEO of Modern Food Company Ltd. “We look forward to working together as a team and as a family to be a part of Saudi Arabia’s luxury dining and hospitality offerings that are already available in this Kingdom, set in a premium class surroundings.”

“The opening of Billionaire Riyadh will complement the capital’s top class dining scene, as well as aligning ourselves toward Saudi Vision 2030, which will set the standards for our Kingdom’s vision working towards higher quality of life for Saudi nationals and residents, also putting Saudi Arabia as a world’s class tourism and dining destination as the Kingdom prepares itself to stage Formula-E and Formula 1 2021 race later this year.”

“Billionaire Life is delighted and proud to work with Modern Food Company in establishing our first venture in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia,” says Flavio Briatore. “Their expertise in the Saudi hospitality market is second to none. Just as importantly, they share our values and creative vision, as well as our commitment to providing the highest standards of quality and service.”

Chef Batuhan Piatti Zeynioğlu has developed an ambitious menu of New-Asian and Italian dishes exclusively for Billionaire Riyadh. The New-Asian selections include lobster salad and Korean-style baby chicken, in addition to sushi, sashimi, and the Billionaire brand’s signature maki rolls. Among the Italian offerings are house-made spinach-and-ricotta ravioli with butter and sage, Wagyu-beef carpaccio, and burrata with cherry tomatoes. Options from the open-view “Live Fire Grill” range from lamb chops to chicken to Wagyu ribeye steak.

Billionaire Riyadh’s majestic, high-ceilinged interior boasts velvet-upholstered chairs and banquettes; brass metalwork; natural-granite countertops and flooring; and ribbed-timber wall paneling. Sputnik-inspired lighting fixtures wash the space in a muted, celestial glow, imparting a sense of calm. The 20-meter-long “Live Fire Grill” allows guests to observe preparation of the meats, adding a flame-filled, theatrical visual to the experience. Moreover, fully equipped private spaces offer unparalleled versatility and discretion for business meetings, special occasions, or parties—spaces that seamlessly transition from the main dining area to reflect the progressive spirit of a contemporary Saudi Arabia.

ABOUT BILLIONAIRE LIFE
Billionaire Life is the leading curator of luxury dining, entertainment experiences, and indulgent living. Founded in 1998 in Porto Cervo, Italy, by Formula 1 legend Flavio Briatore, Billionaire Life today boasts an elite portfolio of prestigious branded nightclubs, restaurants, and resorts across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

ABOUT MODERN FOOD COMPANY LTD
Established in 2014, Modern Food Company (MFC) is one of Saudi Arabia’s leading operators of international franchise brands, as well as the creator of the recently launched Myazu—MFC’s very own concept of a high-end, contemporary Japanese restaurant.

At Modern Food Company, everything revolves around its guests’ experiences. Its business and creative practices are informed by passions for delicious food and superb hospitality, combined with artistry and attention to modern lifestyles. MFC works only with high-performance brands that exceed both Saudi Arabian and international standards.

CONTACT INFORMATION
Patrizia Spinelli
Communication & PR Director, Billionaire Life Monaco
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Vegan Wines Are Becoming More Internationally Popular as a Preferred Wine Style - But What Exactly is a Vegan Wine?

Wineries have long used (natural and organic) animal proteins such as isinglass, albumin, casein, gelatin and chitin to remove impurities and sediment from wines. Vegan wineries instead use charcoal, diatomaceous earth, and bentonite and kaolin clays as “fining” agents, or produce unfiltered and unfined (“raw”) wines.

What exactly is vegan wine?
The production of wine is a complicated process that includes a range of factors to obtain the exact end-result that the winemaker is looking for. One step in the production of wine often includes a process called fining (or "clarifying"). A fining agent is added to the top of the vat. As it sinks down, particles adhere to the agent, and are carried out of suspension. The fining agent and the gathered particles then are removed either by filtering or through a settling process.

Fining agents are typically either animal, carbon or clay-based products and are used to gather proteins or sediment within the wine to adjust impurities such as colour, haziness, taste and/ or smell. Animal-based fining agents include gelatin (made from the boiling of animal parts), isinglass (form of gelatin derived from fish bladders primarily used to clear white wines), albumen (whites of a raw chicken egg. It is most commonly used in the clarification of red wines to remove excess tannins), and casein (main protein found in cow's milk, used in both red and white wines to treat and prevent oxidation).

Different agents will be used based on the desired outcome of the wine and the winemaker's preference. In fact, bull's blood was also used in some Mediterranean countries but (as a legacy of bovine spongiform encephalopathy - mad cow disease) is not allowed in the U.S. or the European Union. Because the fining agent is filtered back out of the wine, the labeling of these additives are not required or regulated in most places.

Vegan/ Vegetarian Alternative Fining Agents
As an alternative to animal products, carbon, bentonite (a clay mineral), and polyvinylpolypyrrolidone are the most common to be used to clarify wine. Some vintners also let the wine's sediments settle naturally, a time-consuming process. In Australia, winemakers are required to list the use of potential allergens such as casein and albumin on the label but are not obliged to list the use of other non-vegan fining agents such as gelatin or isinglass. In the EU, regulations only stipulate that wines fined using milk or egg products (both allergens) must be clearly labelled.

So there are numerous wineries, not using animal products and they may label their wines as vegan. Some winemakers will boast on the wine label that their wine is unfiltered, because they believe that fining removes desirable flavours and aromas, and some wine connoisseurs prefer wine to be unfiltered. There is also a growing trend in natural wines, which are vegan and unfiltered by their very nature.

We regularly list vegan wines in our Brad’s Wine Subscription cases.
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BOHEMIA - A Contemporary Circus Cabaret Showcases in Monaco Mixing Acrobatics, Dance, Comedy, Theatre, Singing and Live Music!

8 STARS MONACO - BOHEMIA

Variety Show - 8th to 10th January 2021
Grimaldi Forum Monaco

For the first time in Monaco, the contemporary circus cabaret BOHEMIA takes over the esplanade of the Grimaldi Forum for 5 exceptional performances in the heart of a Spiegeltent, a large round tent in vintage fabric and wood, adorned with mirrors that will immerse you in a unique atmosphere ! 

Combining acrobatics, dance, comedy, theater, singing and live music, BOHEMIA has been acclaimed by the public in London where it was created in 2018 by the Black Cat Cabaret. Co-produced this time with the company 8 Stars Monaco, BOHEMIA goes even further and recreates the ambiance and delights of the cabaret, up to the configuration of the room : here the public does not book seats but tables to be shared with relatives while enjoying the show.

Thanks to her humour, voice, crazy costumes and sincerity, Miss Frisky, your Mistress of Ceremony will engage you in an unforgettable experience, twirling and passionate, with her troupe of bohemian and high-calibre artists ; 4 musicians and 7 artists who will dazzle you, including Nicolas Jelmoni, raised in the Principality, previously part of the Cirque du Soleil’s troupe, awarded with his partner Charlotte a Bronze Clown in Monaco as well as a Golden Buzzer….and also the organizer of the event as well as Artistic Director of the company 8 Stars Monaco.

January 8th at 8.00 pm - Opening ceremony
January 9th and 10th - Shows at 5.30 pm and 8.00 pm 

Reservation :  reservation@8stars.mc | +33 6 80 86 42 00 | www.8stars.mc/Bohemia

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
Book tickets online

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.

Learn more about BAM membership

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Callender Howorth Interior & Architectural Design Sustainable Approach at Yorkshire Sanctuary for Wellness

More in demand than ever, people are seeking respite and healing by investing in long stay nature inspired retreats to enjoy a life of imbued wellness equipped with working spaces so that work can continue from a space of inspired tranquility and reflection. One of our Corporate Partner Callender Howorth’s newest projects, Broughton Hall, is just this kind of place. 

A historic sanctuary in the English countryside of Yorkshire dating back to 1597 that has been under the custodianship of the Tempest family 33 generations for the last 900 years. 

The serene nature of this 3000 acre property is idyllic for the restorative healing and the healing force for such transformational experience through its interconnectedness to nature.

As one of their driving core values, they have committed to rewilding the land with the planting of 350,000 trees this year and next year, with the ultimate goal of planting 1 million trees. 

With the intention of healing the land as a part of the collective healing process, they are working with earth energy expert Rev. Dr.Calen Rayne to identify the sacred energy centers of this land.  

While steeped in English history, Broughton Hall Estate seeks a higher purpose through spiritual connection, healing and nature in order to serve the world in what they call an era of a “new humanity”.

Their state of the art Avalon wellbeing facility serves as the peaceful hub of personal transformation, self-exploration and creativity. Radiating the energy of intention from its very foundation, blessed energy crystals were symbolically placed in the building’s foundation when it was being built at the estate. 

Avalon’s inspired idyllic setting for a sacred and life-changing inner voyage of mind, body and spirit is intended to serve a new way of conscious minded living through their customised private, corporate and individual retreats, classes and therapies and connection to the peaceful surrounding nature. 

Callender Howorth Creative Director Mark Howorth explains, “Our aim with this restyling project for their holiday homes is to further elevate the naturally positive and emotional engagement of their spaces. We are really looking forward to considering lighting, organic fabrics and paint and repurposed pieces to transform these homes.  It’s all about making the interior reflect the ethos and energy of Broughton Hall….a fantastic design challenge.”

By infusing wellbeing in every aspect of the design, means we are attending to the inherent needs of raising our human potential required by this new conscious phase of our evolution. 

Images courtesy of Broughton Hall

www.callenderhoworth.com

Saville Row Fashion Designer Lady Row Launches a Sustainable Luxury Brand in Monaco at a Champagne J.M. Tissier Business Lunch

LADY ROW - SUSTAINABLE LUXURY

Built upon Byzantium and Savile Row history, Lady Row honours its rich past within sustainable luxury. Renowned for the iconic the dress coat, a Lady Row piece is immediately recognisable. The dominant, sophisticated, powerful, elegant self-reflection for the art and tailoring of the history roots- such characteristics define each unique creation. With a mastery of craftsmanship, Lady Row innovates the future of design and redeems the legend of ancient cultures.

SAVILLE ROW FASHION & CHAMPAGNE BUSINESS LUNCH
Wednesday 17th February 2021 . 12.30pm

Lady Row Fashion Experience
Champagne J.M. Tissier Degustation
€48 per person . Book tickets online
Limited seating

Join Club Vivanova for a fabulous three course lunch with Platinum Partner Lady Row and Corporate Partner Champagne J.M. Tissier at Monaco's finest Indian Restaurant with exceptional business networking opportunities.

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 Monaco.

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 J.M. Tissier Champagnes, followed by dessert. Coffee and mineral waters are included.

Lady Row Fashion
Built upon Byzantium and Savile Row history, Lady Row honours its rich past within sustainable luxury. Renowned for the iconic the dress coat, a Lady Row piece is immediately recognisable. Read more..

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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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The Borneo Wildlife Preservation Hosts Monaco Enchanted Forest Charity Lunch at the Fairmont Monte Carlo in February 2021

ENCHANTED FOREST CHARITY LUNCH
Thursday 11th February 2021 . 12.30pm
Fairmont Monte Carlo
€68 per person . Book tickets online

Join Club Vivanova partnered with the Borneo Wildlife Preservation (BWP) to raise awareness and help raise funds for the protection of the endangered (IUCN Red List) Bornean pygmy elephant. In continuing the strive to give back by hosting various charitable events, Club Vivanova founder Bradley Mitton hosts a business networking fund-raising lunch in the private Salon Mistrau of the Fairmont Monte Carlo with animal trainer and behaviourist, Katerina Pirelli.

Lunch will include starter, main course, mignardises, mineral waters, coffee and a selection of premium international wines with presentations from BWP President & Founder Katerina Pirelli and Christian Moore, film producer and founder of Global Environment Media.

Christian has over 20 years of industry experience both in television and film having worked in most departments over the years concentrating on production, from editing to producing. As a founder of Global Environment Media his work focuses on environmental issues and will speak about the initiatives to build this platform around positive solutions for the future of our planet and environment.

Lunch will be followed by a charitable tombola with some excellent prizes. Support our charity partner - book online.

Tombola Prizes
Aquavela - luxury half-day private yacht cruise (value €2000)
Suncy Solar Boats & Concept - autonomous solar boat day trip (value €800)
Marta Grigorieva - personal portrait (value €1500)
Avenue 31 - dinner for 2 persons (value €150)
Rampoldi Monte Carlo - dinner for two (value €200)
Le Meridien Beach Plaza - private beach brunch for 2 persons (value €220)
Fairmont Hotel Monaco - overnight stay with breakfast (value €300)
Mitton International Wines - Limited Edition Magnum Chardonnay (value €150)
Le Petit Bar – lunch for 2 persons (value €100)
Glam Monte Carlo - body massage / face care package (value €260)
Table gifts donated by Green Coffee Monaco

Until further notice, attendees must be Monaco residents. nationals, employees, hotel guests or have a professional attestation to show they are attending for legitimate business purposes (to be approved by Club Vivanova).

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

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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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We now offer Individual, Corporate and Platinum Membership starting at €120 per year including international promotional and networking benefits and complimentary wines delivered to your door. Our Corporate Partner platform offers excellent local and international opportunities for event partnership, brand-growth and business networking – plus free inclusion into a new online magazine - read more.

Images courtesy of Ekaterina Kurilovich

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

Join Club Vivanova
Our Corporate Partner platform offers excellent local and international promotional opportunities with event partnerships for brand-growth and business networking – plus complimentary features and highlights in our online magazine. Read more..

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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Platinum Partner SAFIRO and British Artisans Showcased at Concours d'Elegance Vintage & Modern Car Rally in Monaco

Three quintessentially British brands were featured during a heritage and modern car rally and Concours d'Elegance in Monaco on 25th October, hosted by Nicole de Chambrun and Mr Jean Henri Tamenne. The event saw luxury sustainable London-based fashion label SAFIRO feature amongst the rally which included 11 prestige classic cars, including the British handcrafted David Brown Speedback GT and accompanied by exquisite music on a Stradivarius violin by Andrew Bernardi from England.

The rally started from the Place du Casino in Monaco in the morning, passing through the picturesque French Alps to the historic factory of Florian Chocolate at Pont sur Loup, where breakfast was served against the breathtaking mountain view, and finishing at the Marquise de Chambrun's estate which featured a car and participant competition of elegance, followed by lunch to celebrate the occasion.

The exquisite outfits from SAFIRO - a new sustainable luxury womenswear brand with a timelessly elegant aesthetic, founded by Yulia Shirokova in London in 2020, embellished the event. Whilst the launch of SAFIRO planned for spring was negatively impacted by COVID, Yulia is using her communication and marketing expertise to market the brand internationally through small exclusive events. Further similar events are being planned in the UK in spring next year.

The London couture Milliner Edwina Ibbotson created bespoke headpieces to match SAFIRO outfits.

The Marquise de Chambrun trophy winner was Salmson Grand Sport model from July 1924 skiff Henri Labourdette body followed by the Zepter trophy awarded to a Rolls-Royce Silver cloud from 1956, a car which previously belonged to Marcel Boussac. A special trophy for a modern classic car was presented by the Florian Chocolate and awarded to the Speedback GT - the fabulous realisation by British coachbuilder, David Brown Automotive, of a design inspired from icons of the Sixties and taking over 8,000 hours to meticulously hand-build by artisans and skilled technicians in Silverstone, Great Britain.

The Marquise Nicole de Chambrun strongly believes in preserving the automotive and cultural heritage and offered an opportunity for all guests to reconnect with the tradition of prestige and elegance on the French Riviera and it was fantastic to see innovative, luxury brands come together to offer an experience of heritage, beauty and craftsmanship.

The event was made COVID-secure for all participants by Zepter who deployed their device THERAPY AIR ION. Mr. Frederic Fuchs, the owner of the Florian Chocolate house, offered a delicate chocolate tasting for all guests. Also, noteworthy, is the support of the Lamborghini family who offered a collector's box set to the first prize, won by Steve Bernaud Heyd happy owner of the Salmson 1924.

The anti-plastic activist from Japan - Green Samourai - also attended as a special guest.

Article featured by Club Vivanova Platinum Partner SAFIRO

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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Relax in Culinary Heaven at our Partner Relais & Châteaux Bela Vista Hotel & Spa in the Algarve Region of Portugal

BELA VISTA HOTEL & SPA ***** | RELAIS & CHÂTEAUX

Bela Vista & Spa is a top-of-the-line five-star hotel in the Algarve region of Portugal, perched on a rocky outcrop above the famous « Praia da Rocha » beach.

This prestigious Relais & Châteaux hotel also boasts gourmet dining at its « Vista Restaurant, » a recurring Michelin star winner since 2017…The hotel is located next to the lively town of Portimao, a hotspot for nightlife and shopping. The Portimao region abounds with cultural sites and golf courses…and Faro International Airport is just 90 minutes away from the hotel via the Faro highway (direct access).

The main building – the « Palaceto » – is a historic residence built at the beginning of the 20th century. This ancient mansion is an iconic site and a testimony to the history of this region in southern Portugal.

In 2011, the « Palaceto » was completely renovated and redesigned by a famous architect by the name of Graça Viterbo. The original structure – as well as the original Portuguese style « azulejo » paintings – are perfectly preserved and maintained. Today, the Bela Vista & Spa is beautifully designed with modernity and authenticity. In addition to the « Palaceto, » two further buildings on the grounds, the « Casa Azul » and the « Casa Jardim, » allow the hotel to offer a total of 38 rooms.

Bela Vista Hotel & Spa ***** (Algarve, Portugal). Relais et Châteaux

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Discover the Ports of Monaco - Including the New Port of Ventimiglia, a Soon-to-Open Port at Mareterra and Famed Port Hercules and Fontvieille

Spectacular scenery, luxe amenities, legendary casinos and a lavish lifestyle have long been Monaco’s drawing cards. In addition, the prestigious principality on the Mediterranean Sea is also known as a premier destination for the world’s most luxurious superyachts. The city-state is home to the legendary port of Monaco, Port Hercules, Port Fontvieille, as well as a new port in Ventimiglia and the soon-to-be-completed Mareterra.

A Guide to the Ports of Monaco

Port Hercules
Thousands of international yacht owners and industry executives make it a point to attend the annual Monaco Yacht Show, the world’s premier superyacht exhibition at Port Hercules, the largest port of Monaco. More than 100 superyachts are featured, along with some 600 vendors throughout 42,000 square metres of exhibition space. For those arriving by yacht, whether for the show or as part of a luxury Mediterranean yacht charter, sailing into this famed Monaco port is an event in itself.

The port, just west of the new Mareterra (formerly Portier Cove) marina is one of the few deepwater ports on the French Riviera and serves as the gateway for yachts to the principality. The natural bay is at the foot of the majestic Rock of Monaco, which towers 62-metres above the sea and is the ancestral monolith of the princes of Monaco. Improvements to the port in recent years include a new sea wall, offering protection from eastern swells and providing the perfect berthing location for large pleasure craft.

Port Fontvieille
Further south is the modern harbour of Port Fontvieille, which was built from reclaimed land in 1966. The Monaco port has berthing space for some 160 vessels up to 30-metres in length and with a maximum draft of three-meters. Port  Fontvieille offers a selection of amenities, including restaurants and shops, while its location is within striking distance of Monaco’s famed attractions. Adding extra convenience, this port of Monaco is also just a stone’s throw away from the Monaco heliport.

Monaco Port Ventimiglia
Meanwhile, with the increasing lure of luxury sailing, Monaco has recently expanded its ability to host yachts with the opening of the port in Ventimiglia, just 79 nautical miles (15 to 20 minutes) from its sister marinas at the ports of Hercules and Fontvielle. From Cala Del Forte Ventimiglia, yacht owners and guests will have easy and exclusive access to Monaco, where they are welcome to enjoy all that the principality has to offer.

The port in Ventimiglia hailed the arrival on Oct. 15 of the much-loved sailing yacht TUIGA, the flagship of the Yacht Club of Monaco. The marina’s official inauguration is scheduled for mid-2021, when construction work on land is completed. Meanwhile the waterfront is open, and the state-of-the-art marina is already taking berth reservations.

A New Port at Mareterra
Additional berthing space will also be available at Monaco’s future marina at Mareterra, a port made possible by an ambitious eco-friendly $2.3 billion land reclamation project. The luxury development is scheduled for completion in 2025.

The new marina will be able to accommodate more than a dozen vessels of up to 18-metres, and will feature a host of restaurants and shops, ensuring plenty of opportunities for lively and entertaining outings. Overall, the 6-hectare eco-development will encompass luxury residences, expansive gardens, a promenade and recreational space.

Cruising to the welcoming ports of Monaco, whether it be Monaco’s port in Ventimiglia, Port Fontvieille, or famed Port Hercules is always a grand event.

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Article by Judith Isacoff

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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The Resilience of the Rock - Monaco’s Property Market Weathers the Global Storm

2020 is drawing to a close and we are taking stock of this extraordinary year. Monaco is still open for business though who would have imagined a year ago that we would be wearing masks outdoors and dispensing with the usual handshakes when meeting someone? 

The year has been deeply troubling and 2021 may well throw up further surprises. The world is a different place for sure. What has been heartening in our line of business is to see how resilient the real estate market in Monaco has been, despite lockdowns, curfews and travel restrictions. We are still open for business and November has seen interest from all quarters.

The official stats for the first six months of 2020 came out some time ago: the third quarter’s figures are not yet published. Interestingly the number of re sales (i.e. properties over 5 years old) for the second quarter of 2020, was absolutely identical to the number completed in the second quarter of 2019, and this despite the 2020 lockdown. Pretty remarkable…

And demand continues. We are seeing a good number of requests for smaller investment properties: studios or one beds. There is quite a good selection on the market currently, possibly because previously occupants have decided to rent or buy larger properties post-lockdown. And we believe that the right smaller property can take on value even in difficult times, particularly if it can be renovated and made into a turnkey property. 

The apartment we have for sale in Le Bristol is a case in point. It is located on the Grand Prix circuit and nicely refurbished, it makes a great rental property. 

And if anyone out there is thinking of selling, we are very much looking for larger properties too for various clients: please do get in touch!

Article by Irene Luke . Partner at Savills Monaco