Felicity Carter

Europe, Germany

Writer and Editorial Director at ARENI Global

Writing and editorial: @ARENIglobal @meiningerswbi, @guardianus and many others. Book editing, ghostwriting, market research, content strategies.

Articles

London by Lily Vanilli: Extravagant Afternoon Tea Launches at Four Seasons Tower Bridge

3 weeks ago | thelifeofluxury.co.uk | Felicity Carter

Famous East End artisan baker, Lily Vanilli, is launching an extravagant afternoon tea, along with a new Aperi-tea concept that'll be hosted at the Four Seasons Hotel London at Tower Bridge. Entitled, 'London By Lily Vanilli' the decadent afternoon tea will be served in the grand Rotunda Bar and Lounge, and as day turns to evening, the menu will entice guests with an Aperitivo-style service and a fun night-time energy.
The Dumbest Trade War in History Comes For Wine

1 month ago | drinksinsider.com | Felicity Carter

On a long plane ride recently, I finally read Stefan Zweig’s The World of Yesterday. Zweig’s memoir chronicles life in Europe from his childhood in Vienna in the 1880s, to exile in London in the 1940s. He describes everything from the way new modes of travel shrank the world, to the unfolding of both World Wars. He was there as European countries began stockpiling armaments — a rush to militarisation that led to World War I.
Introducing the LILYSILK X Elizabeth Stewart Capsule Collection

1 month ago | thelifeofluxury.co.uk | Felicity Carter

LILYSILK, the world’s leading silk brand that’s known for promoting living, has unveiled the LILYSILK X Elizabeth Stewart Capsule Collection. This exclusive collaboration with celebrated Hollywood stylist Elizabeth Stewart combines the brand’s commitment to sustainable luxury with Stewart’s styling, offering an easy elegant wardrobe designed for the everyday.
Improving the tasting room experience can lead to higher revenue

1 month ago | news.wine.co.za | Felicity Carter

The Napa Valley is one of the most beautiful wine regions in the world. It’s also expensive, because a day of winery touring can cost hundreds of dollars in tasting fees. “Many of us remember when visiting wineries was free. Tastings were free. Tours were free.” says Michaela K. Rodeno, owner of Villa Ragazzi Vineyards and Winery in Napa Valley. “Providing food was forbidden to protect the Ag Preserve from non-agricultural activities like hotels and restaurants.
WHO calls for cancer warnings labels on alcohol

2 months ago | news.wine.co.za | Felicity Carter

The World Health Organization/Europe has called for mandatory cancer warning labels on alcohol, saying that, “Prominent health warning labels on alcoholic beverages are essential for raising awareness that consuming alcohol can lead to cancer.”In a report released on Friday, “Alcohol health warning labels: a public health perspective for Europe”, the WHO calls for mandatory labelling, prominent labels, cancer warnings, and on-pack labels.
Who has a drinking problem (?)

2 months ago | drinksinsider.com | Felicity Carter

About eight months ago, I developed an addiction. It started shortly after I became interested in just who, exactly, was partnering with the World Health Organization (WHO) on alcohol policy. Wanting to know more, I started watching relevant presentations via YouTube whenever I was stuck in airports and had time to kill. Pretty soon, I discovered that there are two types of public health discussions going on about alcohol. The first is about trying to quantify alcohol harms and develop solutions.
Why South Africa is surging as a global wine tourism destination

2 months ago | news.wine.co.za | Felicity Carter

For several years now, Robin Shaw has taken groups on an immersion tour of South African wineries, showing them everything from tasting rooms to architectural wonders. “Since my first visit in 2004 I have been impressed by the level of sophisticated wine experiences infused with a high standard of hospitality in virtually every region,” she says. What's surprising is that Shaw, an Australian who runs a company called Wine Tourism Australia, is not taking wine lovers on her tours.
From Prohibition to Neo-Temperance With Historian Dan Malleck

Jan 24, 2025 | drinksinsider.com | Felicity Carter

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Stop and Taste the Roses

Jan 22, 2025 | family.style | Jane Lewis |Felicity Carter

For someone who rarely bakes, Maura Egan’s apple tart is a tried-and-true show stopper. The writer and editor typically makes this dessert for the holidays, but it can easily be served all year-round. Sweet and sour, soft and crispy, Egan’s tart is topped with an apricot glaze. “It’s quite simple but fanning out the apple slices can be quite an arduous task,” she tells Family Style.
(Not Too) Sweet Rice Cakes

Jan 22, 2025 | family.style | Jane Lewis |Felicity Carter

Michelle Li weaves her words just as skillfully as she matches crisp pleats with colorful plaids. When it’s time for the New York-based writer and stylist to cook, her chosen recipe is a simple and familiar one: nian gao with red bean, a sticky, sweet rice cake that her mother made for her growing up. “My parents weren't big on sweets but this was something I always looked forward to my mom making,” she tells Family Style.