Editors picks

First, the good news: in sustainability terms, booze is not particularly bad for the planet – what we eat is far more important and, at times, far more problematic. A 75g beef burger generates over 10

Henry Jeffreys on the emergence e of Essex as a winemaking county

If the sun is out, think beyond crisp whites and pale rosés, and consider sipping a cool red while you load up the barbecue. Vivid, juicy styles of red really shine on a hot summer’s day, all the more

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If you’re after a red that’s perfect for a summer barbecue, set your sights on Spain, says our expert

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