Champagne tastes better with cork

Champagne tastes better with cork

Picture: by kind permission of Comité Champagne – France Champagne is justly revered for many reasons. One is the time and effort it takes to produce. All Champagne undergoes a secondary fermentation on its lees in the bottle before the yeast sediment is...
Cork House is architectural prize winner in 2025

Cork House is architectural prize winner in 2025

This Cork clad house is winner of the Environmental Prize 2025 at ‘Don’t Move, Improve!’ * and shortlisted for this year’s RIBA London Awards. Designed by Nina Woodcroft at London-based company Nina+Co in association with ROAR Architects. The project...
Where does cork come from?

Where does cork come from?

The cork forests of the West Mediterranean. Image by Julian Hacker on Pixabay. The cork oak (Quercus Suber) has been growing around the West Mediterranean Sea for millions of years. Although this special tree can flourish in many climates, the hot dry conditions of...
Our top 10 most read stories of 2024

Our top 10 most read stories of 2024

Looking back on 2024, we shared a variety of stories that celebrated cork’s exceptional qualities, its pivotal role in fostering environmentally sustainable growth, and its remarkable ability to spark creativity across industries. As we reflect on the year, we’ve...
Cork toys for Christmas

Cork toys for Christmas

With Christmas fast approaching, there’s no better time to consider the gift of a children’s toy made from cork. Ecochild, a children’s cork toy retailer affiliated with Cork Industry Federation member Craft Design Construction (CDC), offers a wonderful range of...
Christmas gift ideas from XLCork

Christmas gift ideas from XLCork

This Christmas, Cork Industry Federation member XLCork offers an array of eco-friendly gift ideas crafted from sustainable Portuguese cork. From unique decor pieces to practical home essentials, their collection is perfect for those seeking stylish, sustainable gifts...