Presenter

Neil is an experienced presenter who brings enthusiasm and expertise to every event. Neil’s passion for wine, racing, and hospitality speaks to expert and novice audiences alike.

The Big Ascot Food & Wine Racing Weekend

The Wine Tipster Mc’d the Demo Theatre at the Big Ascot Food & Wine Racing Weekend on 6th September 2025— a wonderful afternoon as ever. He had the pleasure to chat with Marcus Wareing in front of a packed audience for a special Q & A, enjoy live cooking demos with Lisa Goodwin-Allen, Raymond Blanc OBE and James Tanner.

Alongside the theatre programme, the event also featured a fantastic range of food and drink exhibitors. It was especially lovely to catch up with Sarah Charlwood from Hallgarten & Novum Wines.

Collars & Cuffs Chinese New Year in association with Cheng International

On February 17th, 2026, Victoria Grant celebrated the Chinese New Year at London’s Mandrake Hotel with the debut of her new collection, “Collars and Cuffs.”

In an elegant fusion of style and tradition, the event was held in association with Cheng International and Villa Sandi. Guests enjoyed exclusive Fenjiu Baijiu cocktails, including the delicious arrival Rose Baijiu Cocktail, a collaborative creation between Cheng International and Villa Sandi Prosecco DOC. The evening was co-hosted by Neil and Qiqi Chen, representing Cheng International, marking a sophisticated start to the lunar year.

Chapeau! & Milliner’s Pop-Up Shop, Mayfair, London

The Wine Tipster supported the launch of Chapeau! and Milliners pop-up shop in London on 9^th May collaborating with Whispering Angel and Chapel Down, bringing the guests a wonderful refreshment, whilst browsing a beautiful array of hats.

It is a wonderful pop-up shop at 9 Mount Street, Mayfair, London until 15^th June 2024, full of exquisite hats by 12 of the UK’s finest Milliners, ready to crown you for the Summer season in the run up to Royal Ascot.

Corporate Wine Tastings

The Wine Tipster offers bespoke wine and spirits tastings, sharing expert knowledge and insight with guests. With experience presenting and hosting tastings for major corporate companies, he delivers engaging, informative experiences tailored to each audience.