Did you know that Northern Ireland is one of the toughest places in western Europe to open a new pub or start a microbrewery? However, despite restrictions and archaic laws, some of which date back mo

Estimate in excess of £20,000,000 Ӏ Sold £22,895,000 Fabergé Easter eggs made for Russia’s Imperial family, the Romanovs, are as rare as hens’ teeth. With only 50 produced between 1885 and 1916, the m

Henry Jeffreys takes a fresh look at much-maligned Germany

Quiz of the week 1) Which Shakespeare play ...

Always on a quest to add more jams, pickles and chutneys to my cupboard – and my meals – I couldn’t resist trying McNeill’s small-batch concoctions when their stylish, luxurious-looking labels caught

New drinks and tipples to try