In February, the BBC announced its star-studded team hosting the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest from Liverpool to audiences across the world: Graham Norton, Julia Sanina, Hannah Waddingham, Alesha Dixon, Timur Miroshnychenko, Sam Quek, Mel Giedroyc, Scott Mills, Rylan and Claire Sweeney! Presenting the Grand Final (Saturday 13 May) will be Eurovision legend Graham Norton, Ukrainian singer, composer and front-woman of The HARDKISS alternative band, Julia Sanina, Emmy...

Concerts, festivals, or markets? Together with our Cool Scouts near and far we are unearthing events, dates and happenings you should not miss. This list ist ever growing, the newest dates are on top. Scroll down to see what's on and maybe find inspiration for things to do in the months ahead. Are you organising an event, or is something cool happening near you? Please don't hesitate to tell us all about it, send an e-Mail to: buzz@coolbrandz.com! If you would like to...

Jim Beam Welcome Sessions Austria: Julian Le Play LIVE concert in Vienna on 23 May. Only 50 x 2 tickets - and you can WIN! The legendary Jim Beam Welcome Sessions inspire internationally with "unplugged" feeling and unique welcoming spirit. Now it is time for the first Austrian edition. In partnership with Julian Le Play, Jim Beam celebrates the special atmosphere of live music and carefree moments. Take your chance at www.jimbeam-welcomesessions.at and, with a little luck,...

Man's World Zurich 2023 - From April 13 to 16, 2023, Man's World will once again take place in Hall 550 in Zurich-Oerlikon. The 7th edition of the popular event series will again feature over 120 selected, mainly regional manufacturers, high-quality products and services as well as a whole range of surprises and attractions. An unforgettable experience is guaranteed! The event is predominantly targeted at a male audience, but ladies are, of course, welcome. There really is...

Start spring with Roku Gin: Roku Week celebrates the Japanese cherry blossom in Austria's best bars! The beginning of the warm season is perfect for spending an evening with friends and enjoying creative cocktails. The best opportunity to do so this spring is Roku Week, which will take place from April 3rd to 9th in selected bars throughout Austria. Where to enjoy innovative gin creations with Roku? Here a list of participating bars: Vienna - Pho Saigon, Selleny's Bar...

24 fabulous gifts for gourmets and active people, with a touch of sustainability in the total value of over CHF 2'400 - that was our Advent Calendar 2022. Big, or small, from Switzerland, Germany, or Austria... it is via all our partners that we could offer you fabulous gifts this Christmas. Many thanks to everyone! And thank you to you as well, cherished blog readers and community, for following our adventures. We are happy to know you are part of our extended network and...

Milan is once again the center of the world for the two wheelers! The 2022 edition of the motorcycle and bicycle industry exhibition at Fiera Milano Rho 1370 welcomes 1370 brands from 45 countries. EICMA, acronym of International Motorcycle and Accessories Exhibition is, at the world level, the most important trade fair event for the entire 2-wheel sector and represents the marketing tool of ANCMA, the Confindustria Industrial Association of which the most prestigious...

"We roamed the fields and river sides, When we are young and gay; We chased the bees and plucked the flowers, In the merry, merry month of May." - Stephen Foster May, commonly referred to as the month of merriment, was rather busy for us. With most Corona measures being lifted almost everywhere, events start to take place again. We receive invitations to travel, explore and dine, and also organise our own events. Besides that, we met many cool people from near and far this...

To most of you drinks enthusiasts out there this man will need no introduction. To those who don’t know: @mixellany2 on Instagram is no other than Sipsmith Master Distiller, photographer, award-winning author, consulting drink historian Jared Brown. For Fabdrinx, Erhard met him for a short interview at the Sipsmith Event and Blackbox Cocktail Challenge at The Birdyard Bar in Vienna. Among industry professionals and spirit connoisseurs, the name Jared Brown is commonly...