April's wine events

Find out what's happening in this month's wine calendar

Every Thursday, One East on Third hosts its wine club, which includes the world’s finest wine selections paired with delectable canapés. Hilton Bejing, 1 Dongfang Lu, Dongsanhuan Bei Lu, Chaoyang district (5865 5000). 6.30-10.30pm, 150RMB (includes 15 per cent surcharge).

On Friday 3, get yourself down to the Black Sesame Kitchen where you can enjoy a tasty six-course Sichuan dinner served with two imported wines. 3 Heizhima Hutong (off Nanluoguxiang), Dongcheng district (136 9147 4408; www. blacksesamekitchen.com). Time tba. 350RMB.

On Saturday 11, enjoy a fantastic evening with Palette Vino ’s best selection of rose wines and fresh strawberries, in a relaxing courtyard. Palette Vino at the Hutong, 5 Dongsishiyitiao, Dongcheng district (6405 4855 or 138 0129 5504). 5-8pm. 80RMB.

On Monday 13, the Pinot Brasserie hosts a Chateau St Michelle Wine Dinner at the JW Marriott Beijing. JW Marriott Beijing, 83 Jianguo Lu, Chaoyang district (6587 3803; eventsbj@asc-wines. com). Time tba. 400RMB (15 per cent service charge).

On Thursday 16, join fellow explorers in the world of wine for The Bookworm ’s monthly evening of quaffing and canapés, this time running in conjunction with Montrose Fine Wine. The Bookworm, 4 Sanlitun Nan Lu, Chaoyang district (6586 9507). 7.30pm. 150RMB.

On Saturday 25, head to Palette Vino and enjoy fantastic homemade fish and chips, paired with German riesling wine. Palette Vino at the Hutong, 5 Dongsishiyitiao, Dongcheng district (6405 4855). 6-9pm. 118RMB.