Michael Perry: green-fingered geek
The self-confessed plant geek sits down with Hadley Stewart to discuss his new book Hortus Curious and how he turned his passion for plants into a career.
What’s next for Sam McAlister?
Sam McAlister, the producer behind the BBC Newsnight interview with Prince Andrew and author of Scoops, sits down with Hadley Stewart to share her next chapter.
Restaurant review: Pulia, London Bridge
Opened earlier this month, Pulia, in London’s Borough Market offers dishes from Italy’s region of the same name, Puglia. We at Vada were invited to try out what this new Italian restaurant has to offer.
Hotel review: The Gantry, London
The Gantry, a Curio Collection by Hilton hotel, in Stratford, London, recently celebrated its first birthday. We at Vada were invited to the birthday celebrations and used it as an excuse to stay a night. The hotel provided the accommodation. Here’s our review.
The latest limited edition cocktail ingredient: CÎROC Passion vodka
Premium vodka brand CÎROC has launched their latest limited edition flavour for Autumn 2022, CÎROC Passion, presented in a purple-red-orange ombre bottle.
Music: 7 of the Best Songs – w/c 14 November 2022
John Preston picks the seven tracks blowing up his metaphorical stereo.
Make cheese your Christmas present of choice this year with Paxton & Whitfield
Like everyone in the the UK, at Vada we are very aware of budgets tightening further this year, but as the festive period draws near we don’t want to scrimp on quality either. So this year we suggest offering to buy the cheese as the Christmas present for whoever is hosting Christmas dinner. And no better place than the twice royally-warranted Paxton and Whitfield.
Review: St James Bar – Once In A Lifetime cocktail menu
St James Bar in London recently launched their latest cocktail menu, Once In A Lifetime, where cocktails are inspired by a thrilling bucket list experience. We at Vada checked in to see how they taste compared to their inspirational experience.
Out at Work: Will Shillibier, PokerNews European Executive Editor
As part of Vada’s Out at Work series, we meet the poker-playing journalist, Will Shillibier. He has been able to combine his passion for playing cards with international reporting.
Music: 7 of the Best Songs – 24 October 2022
John Preston lists his current playlist of seven essential tracks.