In the world of luxury and design, few movements have left an indelible mark like Art Deco. A testament to its enduring appeal, the influence of Art Deco extends from iconic skyscrapers like New York City’s Empire State Building to literary works like F. Scott Fitzgerald’s masterpiece, The Great Gatsby. Continue Reading
Le nuvole di zucchero o bombette dolci sono delle irresistibili e soffici frittelle, perfette per deliziare i più piccoli in una festa o per arricchire un buffet o semplicemente per un dopo cena/pranzo goloso. Sono molto simile all’impasto delle graffe o delle castagnole di Carnavale e potete farle ogni volta Continue Reading
La crema diplomatica, spesso confusa con la crema chantilly, è il risultato della fusione tra la crema pasticcera e la panna montata. È perfetta per farcire la millefoglie, i bignè o un dolce improvvisato. Potreste essere abituati a usare la farina per realizzare questa crema, ma spesso la sfida dei Continue Reading
With prices in the tens and even hundreds of thousands per night, the most expensive hotels are far beyond the reach of the average traveler, embodying an aspirational idealism achieved by only a privileged few. Housing many of the world’s wealthiest and most prominent figures, slipping into their impeccably high Continue Reading
Sapphires have been cherished since ancient times for their gorgeous array of hues, in particular their precious blue shade, and supposed protective and healing properties. A favourite alternative (or addition) to diamonds in engagement rings thanks to the tastes of royals such as the Duchess of Cambridge and Princess Eugenie, Continue Reading
Well, that’s it. Summer is officially over. It’s back-to-school season and time to start thinking about cosy knitwear and your Netflix must-watch list. And, while you may be lamenting the return of colder weather, the changing of the seasons also traditionally heralds a slate of new openings, launches and must-try Continue Reading
I via col vento sono dei soffici e leggeri dolcetti della pasticceria napoletana, gli unici che non vi faranno subito sprofondare nel rimorso e nei sensi di colpa di ingrassare. L’idea nacque più di vent’anni fa nella mente di Pasquale Colmayer, proprietario della omonima pasticceria situata a Napoli, vicino a Continue Reading
“It has been the story of the entirety of my 20 years in this county to try and dismantle the preconceived notions of Indian food or restaurants,” says Vivek Singh, one of the most respected chefs in the capital having made his name opening The Cinnamon Club in 2001, followed Continue Reading
In an age of fashion gimmicks designed for short-lived social media fame and the never-ending rotating door of designers at big houses, it’s now difficult to imagine a singular creative director amassing a lasting army of loyal followers. In fact, aside from the inimitable Miuccia Prada, it’s hard to think Continue Reading
Shortly before our interview at the Mandarin Oriental in Knightsbridge, Davide Bertilaccio was going through the boxes in his loft in Italy. Among the crates, he found a statue of a Buddha from his time in Bali, knick-knacks from stints in North Africa, and a keepsake from Kenya. He also Continue Reading
