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Sky News AU
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Sky News AU
Wild wine and ice cream trend takes London and Paris by storm: 'Surely no one in their right mind'
Is this the most disgusting wine trend of all? Wine with ice cream is trending in Paris. And despite the sniggers from the wine elites, Gen Z-ers can't seem to get enough of it. There are long queues outside Folderol 'Vins et Glaces' bar in the hip 11th arrondissement. There are wildly different combinations: fruity red wines are served with chocolate ice cream while sauternes are recommended as a match for the coconut ice cream. Surely the combination of sangiovese or shiraz with chocolate ice creams is too much of a good thing? Perhaps it's not such a bad idea after all, say some sommeliers. Folderol was swamped by TikTokkers from the day it opened and had to engage security guards to manage the crowds. And it banned TikTok filming for safety and privacy reasons. The wine with ice cream craze has quickly spread to London and I have no doubt it will soon arrive Down Under. In England, The Dreamery opened at Islington, London and again a TikTok contagion turned a humble artisanal ice cream parlour into a lick and slurp tourist attraction. Folderol offers unusual ice cream flavours like fig shortcake, nectarine and hibiscus. Critics in London are divided on the whole idea of pairing ice cream with wine. The top wine critic Victoria Moore said she liked tawny port with millionaire's ice cream - where the vanilla ice cream is covered with salted caramel sauce and coated in milk chocolate and served with crunchy biscuit chunks. And she says Pedro Ximenez sherry ('reminiscent of molasses: dark, viscous and very sweet') could be served affogato-style with the PX replacing the coffee. Pedro Ximenez has been the dessert wine happily served in Australia alongside a Scottish toffee and raisin pudding with vanilla ice cream - but not tipped on top of it, surely. Puddings like this would equally be enlivened with classical Australian muscat like those made by Campbells of Rutherglen. A surprising red wine pairing was pinot noir with chocolate and cherry flavoured ice creams. But surely no one in their right mind would pollute their fine burgundy with ice cream. Ms Moore said sweeter wines are a more comfortable match, and sugary food and spätlese riesling will work. 'It has notes of nectarines and sweet apple which meld with the peach melba. Also lovely with apple ice cream or sorbet,' she wrote in The Telegraph. Prosecco lovers would not miss out. Marco Leanza, who runs a family pizza restaurant, Dough, in Bath in England says sgroppino cocktails are popular there. It's a drink originally from Venice and now served all over Italy where prosecco is mixed with lemon sorbet. Leanza adds vodka 'for that extra kick.' Now that is a simple recipe to try at home. A popular New York food blog, NewSuperVinoBros, recently focused on wine and ice cream and in a video on Instagram they paired ploussard wine with Honey Lavender ice cream. Ploussard from France is also known as peloussard and delivers delicate, pale, floral reds with rosehip and hibiscus, and watermelon notes. It comes from Jura, a department in the eastern French region of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté known for its breathtaking scenery with vine-clad slopes and finger lakes. Sommelier Federica Zanghirella from the UK Sommelier Association is more sceptical about wine and ice cream matches. She believes it is impossible to match all wine with ice cream due to the temperature of ice cream that will impact the wine flavours. 'Cold brings out the 'hard' parts of wine — the acidity, savouriness, tannins and bubbles. Those sensations can be too sharp if the wine is made cold in the mouth by ice cream, the taste can be unpleasant,' she told reporters. Ms Moore said her star match was given to her by a colleague who recommended hand making the ice cream and matching it with sauternes, the famous French sticky from Sauternes, a small sub-region of Bordeaux. Sauternes' fruit flavours with hints of pineapple with crystallised fruit and saffron works brilliantly with coconut ice cream, she reported. Perhaps coconut ice cream may be one to try with our own leading dessert wine De Bortoli Noble One that shows orange blossom honey, apricot marmalade and toffee flavours and aromas.
Hindustan Times
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Kim Taehyung responds to fellow soldier who credited him for inspiring dream career; fans proud of BTS singer
BTS Kim Taehyung, who is currently serving in the South Korean military, has won fans' hearts with his sweet gesture. Recently, a fellow soldier in the army shared how the BTS singer has been an inspiration for his dream career. (Also Read | BTS' Kim Taehyung sets internet on fire with 10 kg weight loss transformation, flaunts his chiseled body in new pics) On Instagram, the soldier said that he now has stronger hopes to become a rehabilitation trainer in physical therapy. He wrote that even with Taehyung's shoulder and thigh injuries, he ranked first in target shooting, first in winter urban warfare training, and received the Military Police Exemplary Award. The soldier whose Instagram account is win._.min_223, wrote, "To. Taehyung hyung. Taehyung hyung, there were so many things I was thankful for during my military service, but I couldn't express them in words, so I'm here to convey my sincerity like this. Even though his shoulders, thighs, and overall body were not in good shape, he won first place in shooting as a full-shot marksman, first place in winter urban training and shooting, and even received the Military Police Model Award for his fighting spirit after being injured. I was really inspired by that." A post shared by 이승민 (@win._.min_223) He also shared how they ran three kilometres together and that Taehyung bought him "a lot of delicious food". The soldier added, "And in the last physical test that I took with my brother, when we ran 3km together, we tried to make it to the special class somehow, pulling each other and cheering each other on, and when we came in much earlier than the special class standard, it was really romantic, and I think it will be very memorable. And the time I went to work out with Sunghyun, rain or shine, and the time I sweated while working out in a better environment thanks to the equipment my brother donated, are all precious memories. Also, I was so grateful that he bought me a lot of delicious food when I went to the PX when I went out or stayed out overnight. In particular, I still can't forget the eel sushi my brother bought me. It was really delicious..." The soldier shared how Taehyung helped him solidify his dream of becoming a rehabilitation therapist. "More than anything, thanks to the consistency and passion my brother showed me, I was able to solidify my dream of becoming a rehabilitation therapist and work hard without giving up on both exercise and study throughout my military service. Even after I was discharged, I gained more passion to quickly run towards my dream. Thanks to my brother, my military service was more enjoyable. I will also live steadily and without giving up like my brother. Stay healthy, brother!" concluded his note. Reacting to the post, Taehyung wrote, "Haha, don't give up on becoming a rehab trainer, player. Make your dream come true, and be sure to come find me. I'll be waiting." A fan said, "We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for leaving us these photographs, but above all for the kind words you dedicated to our Taehyung. I'm so proud of your hyung's beautiful heart, of the way he knows how to guide, give good advice, and that you all look up to him as an example." A comment read, " It's good to see him living his military time to the fullest. I hope he doesn't miss out on anything... your words are so heartwarming it's good to know that he is spreading his love everywhere he goes." The singer is part of BTS, which also features--RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, and Jungkook. Taehyung, aka V, began his service in December 2023. He will complete his service in June and get discharged along with RM, Suga, Jimin and Jungkook. Both Jin and J-Hope were discharged from the military last year. On November 29 last year, Taehyung released his digital single Winter Ahead with Park Hyo Shin. His single Fri(end)s was also released last year.
Yahoo
27-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Energy Recovery Inc (ERII) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Highlights: Strong Financial Performance and ...
Release Date: February 26, 2025 For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. Energy Recovery Inc (NASDAQ:ERII) reported strong fourth-quarter results, indicating robust financial performance. The company is seeing increased interest in its PX technology from new markets such as Japan and South Africa, suggesting potential for geographic expansion. Manufacturing transformation efforts are yielding efficiency improvements, which are expected to drive margin growth in 2025. Energy Recovery Inc (NASDAQ:ERII) has initiated an additional $30 million share buyback, reflecting confidence in its financial stability and future prospects. The company has a diversified revenue stream with significant contributions from the Middle East and North Africa, reducing dependency on any single market. There is potential risk from tariffs impacting the wastewater business, particularly in China, which could affect sales and ROI for customers. The company's revenue from desalination projects is highly project-driven, which can lead to unpredictability in financial performance. Despite strong results, the company faces challenges in scaling its manufacturing processes efficiently as it grows. The impact of trade issues remains a concern, with potential negative effects on the company's export business. Energy Recovery Inc (NASDAQ:ERII) must continue to navigate competitive pressures and market dynamics in its core and emerging markets. Warning! GuruFocus has detected 4 Warning Signs with ERII. Q: You mentioned a case study on how the PX reduced costs at a nanofiltration-based lithium extraction facility in China. What other commercial applications might this result validate? A: David Moon, President and CEO, explained that the PX technology could potentially be applied to four other verticals: mining applications, heavy manufacturing, chemical manufacturing, and textile manufacturing. These sectors involve large solids streaming through the system, making the product applicable. Q: Can you elaborate on the specific drivers of growth margin improvement you expect in 2025? A: Michael Mancini, CFO, highlighted that the key drivers are efficiency improvements in the manufacturing process. The company is optimizing every step, from stacking kilns to cycle times and pressing bullets with iso presses. This manufacturing transformation plan is expected to continuously improve costs throughout the year. Q: You mentioned increased activity from customers outside of core focus areas. Can you elaborate on these areas and how they learned about the PXG? A: David Moon noted interest from Japan and South Africa. In Japan, an OEM learned about the company through trade shows, leading to test sites and a first official order. In South Africa, a large supermarket chain called Macro learned about the technology through a consultant, and they are working on setting up a test site. Q: Regarding the additional $30 million buyback, was it due to early progress on costs and desal visibility for 2025? A: Michael Mancini confirmed that visibility on cash flow and the quick completion of the initial $50 million buyback gave them confidence to increase it. The company is committed to returning excess cash and aligning with their capital allocation strategy. Q: What are your expectations for the geographic breakdown of desal revenue in 2025? A: Michael Mancini expects the geographic breakdown to be similar to 2024, with over 60% of business coming from the Middle East and North Africa. The mix is project-driven, and they anticipate a generally similar distribution. Q: How might tariffs impact the wastewater business, and is there upside without trade issues? A: Michael Mancini explained that the guidance was given without known tariffs. If tariffs affect the effective price of PX products in China, it could impact sales. Currently, about 5% of the wastewater business comes from China, and any trade war impact could affect ROI for customers. For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. This article first appeared on GuruFocus. Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
26-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Energy Recovery Appoints New CTO and VP, Wastewater
Dr. Ram Ramanan, with more than three decades in product innovation leadership at companies including Bloom Energy, to become Chief Technology Officer Dr. Ramanan to assume duties following the handover and retirement of Dr. Farshad Ghasripoor, who will serve as an executive advisor through October 2025 After six years with Energy Recovery, David Kim-Hak was promoted to new Vice President, Wastewater role focused on accelerating wastewater revenue growth Appointments advance strategy and focus on technical, operational, and cultural excellence SAN LEANDRO, Calif., February 26, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Energy Recovery, Inc. (Nasdaq: ERII) today announced the appointment of a new Chief Technology Officer and Vice President, Wastewater. Ram Ramanan will become CTO on March 3 following a handover from Farshad Ghasripoor, whose retirement comes after 12 years with the company. Energy Recovery also promoted David Kim-Hak to Vice President, Wastewater, a new role created to capitalize on growth opportunities in municipal and industrial wastewater treatment. "We are charting a path forward that is disciplined and driven by technical, operational, and cultural excellence," said David Moon, Energy Recovery President and CEO. "Ram and David's leadership will help realize our strategic vision for profitable, sustained growth across multiple markets. I also want to thank Farshad for his many years of service and technical leadership." Dr. Ramanan's more than 30 years of diverse leadership includes creating disruptive products and fostering innovative cultures at startups, IPO-stage ventures, and established sector leaders. During nearly two decades with Rondo Energy and Bloom Energy, Dr. Ramanan launched sophisticated products, scaled global teams, and carefully stewarded financial resources via design innovation, process optimization, and strategic partnerships. "I am excited to partner with Energy Recovery's stellar leadership team and deliver exceptional solutions to customers. The company's PX technology has a wide range of commercial applications, and I look forward to pushing the frontier of what the PX can deliver," he said. Dr. Ramanan received a doctorate in mechanical engineering from The Ohio State University, completed his postdoctoral fellowship at Stanford University, and holds over 50 patents. Dr. Ghasripoor will serve as an executive advisor through October 2025. Mr. Kim-Hak has progressed through roles of increasing responsibility over six years with Energy Recovery, most recently as Senior Director, Product Management and Technical Support, Water. He has demonstrated unparalleled anticipation of client product needs and played a pivotal role in Energy Recovery winning the Most Innovative Company in Desalination Technology award at the 2024 International Desalination and Reuse Association World Congress. Prior to Energy Recovery, Mr. Kim-Hak led successful projects and exceeded revenue targets in roles with Picarro and LG Water Solutions, among others. He holds bachelor's and master's degrees in chemical engineering from the University of Southern California. About Energy Recovery Energy Recovery is a trusted global leader in energy efficiency technology. Building on our pressure exchanger technology platform, we design and manufacture reliable, high-performance solutions that generate cost savings, increase energy efficiency, and reduce carbon emissions across several industries. With a strong foundation in the desalination industry, Energy Recovery has delivered transformative solutions that increase operational efficiency and environmental sustainability to our customers worldwide for more than 30 years. Headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area, Energy Recovery has manufacturing and R&D facilities in California, with sales and on-site technical support available globally. For more information, please visit View source version on Contacts Press Inquiries pr@ Investor Inquiries ir@ Sign in to access your portfolio
Bloomberg
24-02-2025
- Business
- Bloomberg
Ukraine Peace Doubts Undermine Once-in-Generation Stock Rally
Increasingly unclear prospects for peace in Ukraine threaten to zap this year's massive stock rallies across Eastern Europe, fueled by expectations for a quick resolution to the three-year conflict. Warsaw, the region's biggest capital hub, is seeing its best start-of-year performance in a quarter century, with the WIG20 index rising 24% in dollar terms, trailing only Colombia's MSCI Colcap among global equity gauges tracked by Bloomberg. Prague's PX and Budapest's BUX are both up 14% in 2025.
