Billecart-Salmon Champagne is organising a gastronomic world tour and the launch of an exclusive Cuvee to celebrate its 200th anniversary. The Champagne House, which was set up by Elisabeth Salmon and Nicolas Francois Billecart, has teamed up with three-star Michelin Chef Alain Passard, of the famed L’Arpege restaurant in Paris, to create a calendar of gastronomic events across the globe. The world tour includes Singapore,…

Tom Kitchin, chef of Michelin-starred Edinburgh restaurant The Kitchin and gastro-pub The Scran & Scallie, has teamed up with the Isle of Skye Brewing Co to release premium brew Yer Ben. The ale was brewed in collaboration with brewers Pam MacRuary and Mags Newlands, both of whom are former chefs. The 5.5% abv beer is available on both businesses’ websites priced at £3.35 for a…

Descotes joined the famous Champagne House in 2003 and worked his way up to technical director, a role he held since last July. He will be responsible for the production of Champagne up to the point of shipping, the supply of grapes and the House’s vineyards. President Jérôme Philipon said: “He has shown, over the course of the last 10 years, the great leadership qualities required…