The drink orders that will impress your first date (even with a wine writer)
The article offers guidance on choosing drinks for a first date in a restaurant setting, emphasizing the importance of asking the date’s preference and opting for a glass rather than a full bottle. It recommends Prosecco as a safe, affordable sparkling starter and highlights three specific wines that could impress a date. The piece is written by wine writer Huon Hooke and was published on July 24, 2026.
- ▪The author suggests asking your date what they would like to drink and selecting a wine by the glass to avoid overcommitting.
- ▪Prosecco is presented as a reliable and budget-friendly sparkling option for a first‑date starter.
- ▪Three wine recommendations are Charles Heidsieck Brut Reserve NV, Frankland Estate Isolation Ridge Riesling 2025, and Giant Steps Yarra Valley Pinot Noir 2024.
- ▪Huon Hooke, a wine writer, authored the article, which was published on July 24, 2026.
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| Original publisher | SMH Good Food |
| Canonical URL | https://www.smh.com.au/goodfood/tips-and-advice/the-drink-orders-that-will-impress-your-first-date-even-with-a-wine-writer-20260722-p60hmx.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed |
| Publication time | Fri, 24 Jul 2026 12:38:49 +1000 |
| Retrieval time | 2026-07-24T02:43:35.108Z |
| Last seen | 2026-07-24T02:43:35.108Z |
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