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Explore the World Through Food — One Dish at a Time

Wine, Without the Waffle

Wine is more fun when it’s personal. Whether it’s a birthday, team night, client event or just an excuse to open bottles with friends, I’ll curate the line-up, guide you through it, keep it light and make it an experience to remember.

Choose the Vibe, I’ll Pour the Story

  • First Date with Wine

    Beginner-friendly, zero snobbery — 6 wines, 2 hours.

  • Fizz & Giggles

    Sparkling wines, old vs new world — 5 wines, 90 minutes.

  • Hidden Gems

    Lesser-known grapes with big “wow” factor — 6 wines, 2 hours.
Got an idea of your own? Let’s make it happen — your tasting, your rules.

Games Over Lectures

  • Naked Bottles

    Taste without labels, vote your favourite.

  • Pair or Dare

    Snack match challenge — winner brags, loser eats the wild card.

  • Guess the Price

    Sip, guess, and see who’s the value-spotting champ. Closest guess wins a bottle on me!
Let’s Play

Add-Ons

  • Savoury Bites

    Mini smoked salmon blinis

    Tapenade crostini

    Ricotta with honey and thyme crostini

  • Sweet Minis

    Mini brownies

    Salted caramel bites

    Mini flapjacks

    Macarons

  • Chef’s Pairing Board

    A specially curated selection of artisan cheeses and cured meats, paired with seasonal accompaniments to elevate your wine tasting.

How it works

1. Choose Your Theme or Share Your Preferences
Select from a journey by country, a deep dive into wine styles, or a discovery of hidden gems — or share your own idea and I’ll do the hard work. From there, we’ll finalise the details to ensure the tasting is perfectly tailored to you.

3. Set the Scene & Enjoy
Whether it’s your home, garden, or chosen venue, I’ll bring the wine, the knowledge, and the experience. All you need to do is gather your guests, raise a glass, and enjoy the evening.

Plan My Tasting

Event Details & Policies

Aftercare

Digital tasting notes for each wine, recommended buying links and wine map.

Glass Hire

Glassware can be provided for your event at a £3 deposit per glass. Any losses or breakages will be deducted from the deposit.

Add-Ons Policy

Snack boards and extras depend on your group size and chosen theme. A tailored quote will be provided once guest numbers and preferences are confirmed.

How Many Wines?

As a guide, a standard tasting includes 5–6 wines for groups of up to 10-12 people. For larger groups, extra bottles may be needed to keep the pours generous.

Pricing

As a starting point, tastings begin at £20 per person. Final pricing depends on the chosen theme and your budget. I’m here to help fit the experience into your price point — just let me know your budget, and I’ll tailor the tasting specifically for you. Snack boards and premium wine upgrades can be added for an extra treat.

Payment

A 20% deposit is required to secure your booking, with the balance due 7 days before the event.

Cancellation policy:

  • 14+ days before the event → full refund of deposit.
  • 7–13 days before the event → 50% of the deposit refunded.
  • Less than 7 days before the event → deposit is non-refundable.

In the event of cancellation after the balance has been paid, a partial refund may be considered depending on wine purchases and preparation already made.

Please note: by paying the deposit, you confirm that you have read and agree to the Terms & Conditions.

Disclaimer

All guests must be 18+. Wine tastings are designed for appreciation with standard tasting pours and spittoons provided. Guests are responsible for monitoring their own alcohol consumption and arranging safe transport home. Valeria Sula accepts no liability for incidents arising from alcohol consumption, including driving under the influence. Please notify us of any allergies or dietary requirements in advance. Please check T&C before booking.