LPG Endermologie – the natural way to an amazing body
byIf you’re more of a natural beauty kind of person, LPG endermologie® might be the answer for you. I recently visited the Harrods Wellness…
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Rock & roll luxury at K West Hotel & Spa
byDuring the wintry months I began to feel increasingly bored of the rainy skies and general sludgy feeling, so I decided it was time…
HOW TO BECOME THE HAPPIEST PERSON ON EARTH: THE TIPS
byWe asked Productivity/Efficiency Expert and Yoga/Meditation Teacher, Adwiti Subba Haffner to give us her answer to the title. Adwiti provided the four points below…
Andermatt – the heart of Switzerland
byFrom the moment I arrived at Andermatt after a 2 hour drive from Zurich airport it felt like I was in a dream. It’s…
Luxurious times in the Lake District
byIt was time for a winter break as Christmas loomed and as relaxing as it should be, it never turns out that way. So…
A personal chef experience from the comfort of your home
byAs our guests arrived for dinner on a sunny Friday evening, the usual steamy kitchen mania and general panic about oven timings wasn’t consuming…
A UK getaway
byWith tunes pumping and the sun shining, my sister and I set off in the car to get out of London for the weekend….
Afternoon Tea at The Plaza Hotel’s Palm Court – Life of Royalty
byThe magnificence of royalty. The opulence of aristocracy. The influence of the elite. The Palm Court at the Plaza is the location where the…
A weekend in the Cotswolds
byNormally a weekend away signifies hopping onto a relaxing train or plane sipping on a G&T, but this time I was driving a hire…
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Maldives: Archipelago Extraordinaire
byOur travel correspondent Yashmin Ismail explores a deeper shade of blue in the Maldives
Pamper perfection at SKC
byI felt it was time I had some serious deep pampering as the seasons change and my face gets a little redder, so I…
Farringdon’s little secret at Bird of Smithfield
byBeing a bird in Smithfield probably doesn’t give you the best chance of survival, unless you are a restaurant. Bird of Smithfield is a…
Sky Garden – Darwin Brasserie
byLondon’s skyline is one of the most iconic in the world, featuring architectural masterpieces throughout the centuries, some of which have only recently been…
Lobster in London at Nipa Thai
byNipa Thai is not your usual Thai restaurant, it’s like stepping into a oil lamp filled cave, accented with authentic thai trinkets and chairs…
The Arch, London – New Hunter 486 Menu
byA semi-business chat was required between my friend and I regarding a collaboration and so we needed the space to suit, along with an…
Influential Gentlemen: Getting in “the Zone” for CEOs
byThe Influential Gentlemen team has brought together a formidable team of human potential experts to do the same but within an exclusive members club. The Influential Gentleman’s 7 step process is a results guaranteed programme for those seeking to play a bigger game, become even more influential in their social circle and live the good life. You can find out more about the 7 step process and the 50 modules they cover at www.influentialgentlemen.com. Download a brochure and make sure to get on the waiting list for one of their events. You can also email info@influentialgentlemen.com to get registered for an upcoming event.
Polo Bar Pop-Up at Barcelona’s OneOcean Club
byThe week of 24 August will see two of London’s top barmen – Polo Bar manager Elias Yiallouris and Tanqueray mixologist Tim Homewood – takeover the marina-side BlueWave cocktail bar at OneOcean Club. Voted bar of the year at the London 2014 Lifestyle Awards and Best Mixology at the London 2014 Club and Bar Awards, the Polo Bar maintains a reputation as one of London’s most desirable watering holes.
Lancaster London – a room with a view
byArriving at Lancaster London on a seriously blustery day was like coming into a retreat from the elements, the foyer is grand yet welcoming…
Chinese New Year with HKK
byJodie Jones takes a culinary journey through China and celebrates the Chinese New Year with HKK’s dedicated ten course menu…
The Horseshoe – restaurant with rooms
byFor our first evening at The Horseshoe Inn, we kicked off with some champagne in the bar area, which was laden with leather chesterfields and plump sofas near the fireplace. Dinner was at 8, with an appetiser of pigs trotter mousse, sprinkled with crackling. We feasted on grouse, teal and red deer, all caught locally
Gaucho
byJodie Jones review the Gaucho Group’s globally-renowned Argentinian beef in the mega-restaurant’s sleek Gaucho Piccadilly venue… Vegans and vegetarians need not apply.
A welcome dose of pampering with some Feel Good Fruit at K Spa
byAt K Spa the Baobab African Ritual starts with a relaxing full body exfoliation, followed by a “feel good” massage and cooling therapy for the legs. The sublime relaxing ritual harnesses the unique powerful ingredients produced by the African Baobab tree, which are exotic in nature and rich in nutrients.
Review: The Westin Resort & Spa, Whistler
byI chose to stay at The Westin Resort & Spa, Whistler, which is in an excellent location, right next to the mountain gondola, and next to the driving range of the golf course (the latter of which is obviously closed during winter). My room had a view over the driving range, and I could see the heated outdoor swimming pool and hot tub – perfect for gauging when to go down …
Old World Charm in the Heart of Seattle
byThe Mayflower Hotel is located in the shopping district, and only a couple of blocks away from Seattle’s Famous Pike Place Market – a must-see for any foodie. The hotel was built in 1927 and has been lovingly restored to reflect a more elegant era.