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Two grand macaron cafés sit side-by-side on Paris’ famous avenue, Champs Elysées. Although both Ladurée and Pierre Hermé feature a stylish interior and, most importantly, a delicious selection of macarons, they offer their visitors a very different macaron experience. While Ladurée represents the decadence and grandeur of tradition, Pierre Hermé stands for contemporary elegance and… Read More Macarons of the Champs Elysées
Help filmmaker/dancer Camille Mỹ Giang take her beautiful Tahitian dance story from page to pictures as she raises funds to create a new short film, The Vahine: https://www.ulule.com/lavahine/ Camille is a French-Vietnamese filmmaker who developed a deep love of Polynesian dance when she moved to London and discovered London School of Hula and ‘Ori (LSHO).… Read More Script to Screen: Camille Mỹ Giang’s Tahitian Dance Tale
Set sail on an adventure across the subterranean Lost Lagoon, hidden down below the urban cityscape of London. Bompas & Parr and Captain Morgan have joined forces and assembled a swashbuckling crew of cocktail makers to take your taste buds on a rum-fuelled journey of discovery. Treasure maps lead the way as you navigate the… Read More Rockskippers Recommends: Lost Lagoon, London
If you’re searching for an enchanting little escape this weekend, wandering through a haze of blossoms at Jo Malone London’s special event could be the just the ticket. The British fragrance house’s new multi-sensory event is inspired by their new Blossoms Collection of floral fragrances, including Orange Blossom, Star Magnolia, and their brand new sunshine-soaked scent Frangipani Flower.… Read More Jo Malone London’s #BrilliantBlossoms event
October sees a wave of Pacific Island-inspired events wash over the capital. 250 years after Captain Cook’s first voyage to Oceania in 1768, it’s a chance to discover the ancient histories and arts of this region that existed before the encounter and learn the impact it’s had since. It’s a history that’s transformed over the… Read More A Wave of Oceania Events Arrives in London
Nowhere does beach-chic quite like Mykonos. From the style-conscious crowd that fills sand-fringed dance floors to the polished yet rustic decor of the luxury beach clubs, good looks are high on the agenda. Although there’s a lot more to the Greek party island than glamorous bars, including the beautiful natural scenery and outdoor adventures, you… Read More A Micro Guide to Mykonos Beach Clubs
by Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt The Bathing Ship, a swimming pool which floats in the Spree, has long been one of my favourite places in Berlin. But since moving here I’ve discovered this city has a whole lot more weird, wonderful and beautiful pools. Perhaps it’s because Berlin is at least 2 hours from the coast, but… Read More Swim in Berlin
