In this episode of the Cabernet Queens Podcast, hosts Matt Morgan and Deb Lee celebrate the clocks going forward and the first proper taste of spring, lighter mornings, longer evenings, and that “wine in the garden” feeling on the way. With cheese on the go and the trusty wine aerator gadget back in action, they tackle a richer, more complex mystery red that has them guessing everything from Napa to Rioja. The chat then takes a spooky turn as Deb recounts an overnight charity stay in an abandoned prison, pitch-black corridors, ghost stories, Ouija boards, and a tarot reading (plus a “mate” jumping out to scare her).

Key Takeaways

Spring energy = better moods (and better wine moments)

Matt and Deb agree the longer days lift your mood instantly, more daylight for dog walks, dinner, and that perfect early-evening glass of red.

The wine gadget is officially part of the show

The aerator/dispenser makes another appearance, with both of them convinced it genuinely improves the taste (decanter vibes, but faster).

Easter food chat: lamb debates and chocolate confessions

Deb is firmly “lamb for Easter” (with mint sauce), while Matt’s household leans away from lamb and into alternatives. They also get nostalgic about Easter eggs, mugs, and why a block of chocolate beats an overpriced egg.

Deb’s overnight prison stay: spooky setting, zero actual ghosts

Deb shares a charity overnight in an abandoned prison (locked in from 8pm–8am): dark tours, hanging stories, wandering corridors with torches, Ouija board attempts in different locations, and a jump-scare from a friend. Despite the atmosphere (and grim history), nobody experiences anything supernatural.

Tarot reading: fun, but “generic”

They discuss tarot/mediums and the idea there’s a “science” to reading people, entertaining, but not convincing enough to change their scepticism.

They toast to a full year of episodes, and reflect that the whole point is making listeners feel like they’re simply having a glass of wine with friends.

Key Moments

“It’s becoming a bit spring-like… it just boosts your mood.”

“Who needs to actually pour a bottle anymore?”

“We had a ball [during lockdown].”

“You were locked in the prison from 8pm till 8am.”

“I’d always said I would never touch a Ouija board…”

About the Hosts

Matt Morgan is a passionate travel specialist committed to turning your dream holidays into reality. Offering expert, impartial advice and 24/7 support, Matt ensures every step of your journey is stress-free. From crafting itineraries across all continents to arranging weddings, honeymoons, cruises, and city breaks, he handles every detail, including visas and check-ins. With strong industry relationships and ATOL protection, Matt delivers personalised, worry-free travel experiences tailored to your needs.

Find out more: https://luxurytravelexperts.co.uk/

Deb Lee is the owner of Aldridge Mortgage & Protection, a family-run business focused on helping clients achieve their property goals. From first-time buyers to seasoned investors, Deb offers tailored advice on purchasing, refinancing, and borrowing. Based in the West Midlands but serving clients nationwide, she provides flexible support through remote or face-to-face consultations. With a client-first approach and a passion for making the mortgage process simple and stress-free, Deb ensures her clients' property dreams become reality.

Find out more: https://aldridgemp.co.uk/

See the wine they drink and keep up to date with their adventures: https://www.instagram.com/cabernetqueens/

Get in touch with Cabernet Queens with any questions: cabernetqueens@gmail.com

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In this episode of the Cabernet Queens Podcast, hosts Matt Morgan and Deb Lee reunite after a little break, crack open a very drinkable mystery red (with the beloved aerator gadget making a return), and introduce a new “wine-saver” stopper designed to keep open bottles fresh, not that either of them ever needs it. Deb then shares a brilliant birthday surprise: The Traitors Live Experience in Covent Garden, where she ends up as a Traitor (despite Tan saying she didn’t want to be one), gets dramatically banished by Tan herself, and revels in the big reveal.

Key Takeaways

Gadgets are now a core character in the show

The aerator/dispenser is back (and still adored), plus Matt unveils a vacuum wine-stopper that removes air to stop wine from going off, which was quickly agreed to be a pointless but satisfying gadget for two people who rarely leave wine unfinished.

Deb’s Valentine’s tasting menu was next-level (and AI-assisted)

Deb talks through a boxed, seven-course tasting menu at home (including scallops and Beef Wellington), using AI to enlarge the instructions and even generate wine pairings for each course, complete with a Barolo for the Wellington.

Nando’s: loved… but not cheap

Matt treats himself (and Lydia) to Nando’s for Valentine’s, then realises how quickly the bill adds up. The chat spirals into sides, spice levels, and Deb’s genuinely traumatic “corn on the cob dislocated jaw” story.

The Traitors Live Experience is hilariously immersive

Deb and Tan head to Covent Garden for the live game: lanyards, round tables, “Claudia” hosting, blindfolds, missions to build the prize pot, secret Traitor selection… and proper banishments. Deb becomes a Traitor, struggles to follow some of it (part-sighted + a few drinks), then gets voted out by Tan, and loves announcing it.

A clever twist: couples can secretly pretend they don’t know each other

They realise you can book as individuals and play it like the show, including a pair of Americans who came separately and convinced everyone they were mother and son. It sparks ideas for Matt/Deb to go back and pretend to be two couples.

Key Moments

“This is Deb’s favourite gadget… which we absolutely love.”

“I put it into AI… and then I said… give me wine pairings for this menu.”

“I dislocated my jaw trying to eat [Nando’s] corn on the cob.”

“I felt the hand on my shoulder… I was a traitor.”

“I’m a traitor… I was so glad I was a traitor.”

About the Hosts

Matt Morgan is a passionate travel specialist committed to turning your dream holidays into reality. Offering expert, impartial advice and 24/7 support, Matt ensures every step of your journey is stress-free. From crafting itineraries across all continents to arranging weddings, honeymoons, cruises, and city breaks, he handles every detail, including visas and check-ins. With strong industry relationships and ATOL protection, Matt delivers personalised, worry-free travel experiences tailored to your needs.

Find out more: https://luxurytravelexperts.co.uk/

Deb Lee is the owner of Aldridge Mortgage & Protection, a family-run business focused on helping clients achieve their property goals. From first-time buyers to seasoned investors, Deb offers tailored advice on purchasing, refinancing, and borrowing. Based in the West Midlands but serving clients nationwide, she provides flexible support through remote or face-to-face consultations. With a client-first approach and a passion for making the mortgage process simple and stress-free, Deb ensures her clients' property dreams become reality.

Find out more: https://aldridgemp.co.uk/

See the wine they drink and keep up to date with their adventures: https://www.instagram.com/cabernetqueens/

Get in touch with Cabernet Queens with any questions: cabernetqueens@gmail.com

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In this episode of the Cabernet Queens Podcast, hosts Matt Morgan and Deb Lee catch up on the January/February work rush, share their love of lists (and why being busy makes you more disciplined), and then dive into a new gadget that almost floods the table: an electric wine aerator and dispenser. From there, the chat meanders delightfully through weekend cooking shows, “food heaven vs food hell”, curry cravings, Beef Wellington tips (including a genius pancake trick), and a quick holiday hat question about all-inclusive cocktail habits, before they finally lock in their guesses and reveal a surprise bargain bottle from Aldi.

Key Takeaways

Matt explains why January and February are peak holiday-booking months, while Deb shares how satisfying it is to help clients who think a mortgage is out of reach. Both agree: the busier you are, the more organised you become.

A new electric aerator/dispenser turns pouring into a comedy moment, rapid flow, fizzy-looking wine, and a very nearly disastrous spill. Once mastered, they’re obsessed and start talking about it like it’s wine “on tap”.

Deb’s food hell includes aubergine and corned beef, while Matt can’t stand eggs and has childhood trauma from jellied eels. Food heaven? Deb goes straight to a great curry; Matt’s is a classic Beef Wellington.

Matt shares PJ’s method for avoiding a soggy bottom: wrap the Wellington in pancakes before the pastry to soak up moisture. Deb’s mind is blown, and she immediately wants to try it.

Deb says she’d try loads of cocktails on an all-inclusive menu; Matt avoids mixing because it writes him off too quickly, though he’d happily mix wines by the glass.

Key Moments

“That is an electric wine aerator and dispenser.”

“It’s the height of laziness then.”

“Food hell… aubergine.”

“The way to get around it… he wraps it in pancakes.”

“You’re at an all-inclusive bar… try everything on the cocktail menu?”

About the Hosts

Matt Morgan is a passionate travel specialist committed to turning your dream holidays into reality. Offering expert, impartial advice and 24/7 support, Matt ensures every step of your journey is stress-free. From crafting itineraries across all continents to arranging weddings, honeymoons, cruises, and city breaks, he handles every detail, including visas and check-ins. With strong industry relationships and ATOL protection, Matt delivers personalised, worry-free travel experiences tailored to your needs.

Find out more: https://luxurytravelexperts.co.uk/

Deb Lee is the owner of Aldridge Mortgage & Protection, a family-run business focused on helping clients achieve their property goals. From first-time buyers to seasoned investors, Deb offers tailored advice on purchasing, refinancing, and borrowing. Based in the West Midlands but serving clients nationwide, she provides flexible support through remote or face-to-face consultations. With a client-first approach and a passion for making the mortgage process simple and stress-free, Deb ensures her clients' property dreams become reality.

Find out more: https://aldridgemp.co.uk/

See the wine they drink and keep up to date with their adventures: https://www.instagram.com/cabernetqueens/

Get in touch with Cabernet Queens with any questions: cabernetqueens@gmail.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.