Drinks And Destinations

In this episode of The Drinks & Destinations Podcast host Rojita chats with Mae (host of Maed in India podcast) about some of the destinations to visit in 2017. They also talk about New Year's Eve parties and offer tips on how to survive house parties and avoid hangovers on the first day of the New Year. If you are planning to party hard this New Year's Eve this should prepare you for a fun time ahead. Hit Play and listen to the episode here. You can also send your ideas and suggestions and queries on drinksanddestinations@gmail.com. Wish you all a very Happy New Year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The party season has just begun. It's also the time of the year when we look back at the trends that made headlines. In the first holiday season special episode of the drinks and destinations podcast hosts Rojita and Sameera discuss about some of the major Christmas and New Year parties to look forward to in Delhi, Mumbai and Bangalore. In the D & D Chat section the hosts interact with the dynamic duo Aneesh Bhasin of HipCask and Nikhil Merchant of Nonchalant Gourmand about the drinks and food trends of 2016. Also in this episode we have our first in-house tasting of craft beer and Rye whiskey. So tune in to the episode here. You can also write to us on drinksanddestinations@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Only a few decades ago India had its first winery and of course, back then wine tourism was a concept unheard of and unknown to many. But a lot has changed since then. Companies like Sula Vineyards, Soma Vine Village, YORK Winery, Fratelli Vineyards, Grover Zampa Wines, Chandon, Soma Bangalore and many more have contributed to this revolution. In this episode of The Drinks & Destinations Podcast, hosts Rojita & Sameera talk about the best wine tours to opt for, the wineries offering the best services etc. They also interact with the founder of Magic Cellars, a newly established company founded by Gargi Kothari who offers customised wine trails with lovely homestay options and tastings of fine wines and farm visits creating a wholesome experience. As the holiday season begins its the perfect time for you to pack your bags and go on a weekend wine trail. Discover all that and more by tuning in to the episode. Do send us your suggestions and queries on drinksanddestinations@gmail.com.See omnystudio.com/l

Mexico is colourful, vibrant and so diverse that it has its own magic. True to its deep-rooted culture, history and heritage, the country deserves to be in the must-visit list of any traveler. In this episode of the Drinks & Destinations Podcast, hosts Rojita & Sameera take you on a journey to the magical land of Mexico to experience and explore what it feels like to spend a few days listening to the Mariachi bands, enjoying the authentic Mexican cuisine, visiting Oaxaca and Tequila city to sip on some artisanal Mezcals and premium tequilas. To know more, listen to the episode and don't forget to send us your ideas, suggestions and queries on drinksanddestinations@gmail.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How is wine made? Do you know the journey of the grapes from vineyard to the bottle? Understand the entire process of wine making with Kailash Gurnani, Chief Wine Maker and Co-owner of York Winery India in this episode of The Drinks & Destinations Podcast. He also shares the York story with hosts Rojita & Sameera, and talks about the challenges of making wine in a country which doesn't fit in the parameter of an ideal wine producing region. Also we have some tips on how to decode a wine label. Understanding the significance of words such as 'vintage' and 'reserve' on a wine label and more. So, enjoy listening to it all and in case you have queries or suggesations do write to us on drinksanddestinations@gmail.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Champagne vs sparkling wines. Which is your pick? Do you know that champagne can only come from the region of champagne in France? Do you know the difference between a prosecco, cava, champagne and an Indian sparkling wine? All these questions are answered in this episode of The Drinks & Destinations podcast. The hosts Rojita & Sameera give you many details on the wonderful bubblies and in the D & D chat section Rojita speaks to Davide Markovitch, President of Chandon, the LVMH group company producing sparkling wines in India during his recent visit to the country. Tune in to the episode and let the celebrations begin!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sun, sand and the land of gods, Greece is truly a destination, the diversity of which is hard to describe in words. Host Rojita Tiwari was recently in Greece to explore the wine route. In this episode of The Drinks & Destinations Podcast Rojita and Sameera talk about the breathtaking views of the islands of Santorini and Mykonos to the wine trail from Thessaloniki to Peloponnese to the islands of Crete and Santorini. From Greek salad to the most favourite staple dessert Greek yogurt with honey ...listen to all that drooling food talk and more in the second travel special episode on Greece.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode of the Drinks & Destinations Podcast is about looking beyond the basic pairing of wine and spirits with food. While mixologist and spirits expert Shatbhi Basu shares her tips on pairing whisky, vodka, rum and feni with food in the Pair it up section, the hosts Rojita & Sameera discuss a very interesting and unique book called Vinos Con Cuento written by Eduardo Brethauer, a wine and spirits journalist based in Santiago, Chile. Rojita met Eduardo recently during an event in China and he spoke to her in detail about the uniqueness of his book which talks about pairing wines with movies and popular TV series. Something unique, something unheard of. Do listen to all that and more in this special "pairing" episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode of The Drinks & Destinations Podcast is all about spirits, various categories of spirits such as whisky, vodka, rum etc. The highlight of the episode is a very interesting discussion on the rum market in India, several brands of rum available in India and how rum is made ! In the D & D Chat section the hosts Rojita & Sameera speak to Gautom Menon, CEO of Wild Tiger Beverages, India's first premium rum producer Wild Tiger Rum. For rum drinkers in India Old Monk is the cure-all drink but Wild Tiger Rum's positioning in the premium price point as Asia's first sipping rum could be the next big thing. Know more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode of The Drinks and destinations podcast presents an exciting interview with India's first female bartender in the country, Shatbhi Basu. She shares all the interesting details of being a bartender with hosts Rojita & Sameera. Her journey of 35 years in the industry and the time before that when she wanted to be a Chinese chef. Why one needs to make a drink look good for a woman. And is it really cooler to be a mixologist than to be a bartender? She will tell you all in our D & D Chat segment. Also how much do you actually know about the Goan drink called Fenny? Know more about it in our segment "off the beaten track".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first travel special episode of The Drinks & Destinations podcast is about the idyllic picturesque Italian region, Tuscany. Food, wine, handcrafted and bespoke design shops, the culture and of course the breathtaking views.The hosts Rojita & Sameera will take you on a memorable journey to one of the most favourite European destinations for Travellers from all around the world. The famous Tuscan cities Florence, Sangimignano, Montepulciano and Montalcino and their wine connections. Explore it all.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 1 of The Drinks & Destinations Podcast is your introduction to the world of fine wine and travel and what you can look forward to in the future of this show. On today's episode hosts Rojita & Sameera take you through how to taste a glass of wine and easy ways to pair it with food. Our first guest is Cecilia Oldne, Global Brand Ambassador of Sula Vineyards. She shares her journey in India, market evolutions, Sula fest and her long tenure with India's leading wine company.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosted by wine sommelier Rojita Tiwari, along with anchor/MC Sameera Khan, these ladies will always make sure you're well equipped no matter where you are - a casual boozy brunch, a posh cocktail party, a wine & cheese luncheon, a craft beer 101, a trip to Tuscany, etc. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.