Mezcal is known for its smokiness – but according to the experts putting it on the map in London, there’s so much depth of flavour to the spirit that it makes an excellent match with a meal. Louella Berryman asks for their tips on pairing mezcal with food

Celebrate the Easter weekend by creating one of these indulgent chocolate cocktails with recipes from brilliant London bars

Master Sommelier Isa Bal shares his suggestions for pairing wine with chocolate, and explains the kinds of sweet wines that marry up well with white, dark and milk chocolate flavours

Premium wineries with eco-conscious cabins, a rugged coastline to explore and modern Australian cuisine from exciting chefs

Stomp into spring and celebrate 'Peak Bloom' with these cocktail recipes from brilliant UK bars inspired by cherry blossom season

From Easter eggs crafted from the finest chocolate to elaborate creations fit for a decadent celebration

Historic Irish whiskey distillery Bushmills has launched its 1991 Madeira Cask as part of its Causeway Collection – with only 738 bottles in existence. Its master blender Alex Thomas explains what went into making this rare liquid inspired by a World Heritage Site

Sommelier Jhonel Faelnar shares his advice on pairing wine with lamb as well as offering unexpected wine selections to serve with the flavoursome meat

From swim-up bars in far-flung locations to sunny rooftop bars and vibey basement dens, there’s plenty of new arrivals in store for drink lovers around the world this April

Things are heating up in the restaurant world this month, with new openings revolving around food and fire in London, 20-course Bengali feasts in Melbourne and a bit of Spanish wine bar culture coming to Brooklyn