THC-infused seltzers available in Colorado liquor stores

A new THC-infused seltzer is now available in Colorado and, in a departure from cannabis norms, locals don’t need to go to a dispensary to purchase it. That’s because Cann seltzers are made with tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD) extracted from hemp rather than from marijuana. In Colorado, marijuana can only be sold by heavily … Read more

Opinion | Good wine in Hong Kong was hard to find in my early days there, but it has become a major hub. Now I live in the Wine Garden of England

A glass of wine is, for me, one of life’s great pleasures. But when I first arrived in Hong Kong, in the 1990s, the selection on offer in local shops was limited. My local supermarket in Mui Wo stocked a few bottles of varying quality. Thankfully, a friend in the wine trade began delivering cases … Read more

67 Pall Mall wine club launches in Hong Kong, offering events and experiences for enthusiasts, but don’t expect a clubhouse

67 Pall Mall, a global group of private members’ clubs for wine enthusiasts that started in London in 2015, has introduced its inaugural En Primeur membership programme in Hong Kong. It’s the fourth base in 67 Pall Mall’s portfolio, which includes Verbier, in Switzerland, and Singapore, with future clubs launching in Bordeaux and Beaune in … Read more

China-Australia relations: winemakers up Hong Kong shipments ‘hoping the door will open’ as Beijing ponders lifting tariffs

03:01 China-Australia relations ‘on the right path’, Xi Jinping tells Anthony Albanese on Beijing visit China-Australia relations ‘on the right path’, Xi Jinping tells Anthony Albanese on Beijing visit A diplomatic confrontation over a suspended death sentence given by a Chinese court to an Australian writer should not imperil progress on trade, Australia’s trade minister … Read more

Heal your broken heart with science — plus ice cream and good wine

Anyone who’s experienced the heartbreak of a relationship ending knows it can be emotionally devastating. But scientists have found that a breakup also has physical effects on our brains — and our bodies.  In Love Hurts: The Science of Heartbreak, a documentary from The Nature of Things, Anthony Morgan speaks with researchers and scientists to … Read more

Dio Mio reopens in Denver after month-long refresh

When Alex Figura and Spencer White opened Dio Mio in the River North Art District nearly eight years ago, they did most of the construction work themselves. “We’re definitely not construction people at all, so there were just some things that were, to be honest, a little goofy,” Figura laughed. “We really wanted to give … Read more

Lidl reveal their 7 best Christmas wines for 2023

Now’s the time to start celebrating the festive season in style. Whether you’re tucking into a tasty turkey, heating up the third mince pie of the day – no judgement here – or catching up with old friends, finding your perfect wine pairing for every occasion has never been easier, thanks to Lidl’s vast range … Read more

Government Spent £27,000 On Alcohol During Covid-19 Pandemic: Report

The UK government was busy ensuring its guests had the finest wines at reasonable prices when common Britons were struggling with COVID-19, per a recent report by the Foreign Office. It has been revealed that the government used 1,433 bottles of wine and spirits from its cellars between 2020 and 2022. This was done to … Read more

N/A beer, wine and mocktails to get you through Dry January

Editor’s note: This is part of The Know’s series, Staff Favorites. Each week, we offer our opinions on the best that Colorado has to offer for dining, shopping, entertainment, outdoor activities and more. (We’ll also let you in on some hidden gems).  2023 was the year I fell in love with the mocktail. Until last year … Read more

Denver’s Dry January Mocktail Tour features N/A beverages at local bars

Dry January is a time when many drinkers choose to rest their livers and focus on their health. But that doesn’t mean sacrificing fun, according to local Steve Schneiter. Schneiter is the founder of the Denver Microbrew Tour, which has taken drinkers on walking tours of some of the city’s hottest brewery districts – samples … Read more