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  1. An Evening at… Zuma, Knightsbridge // 2018

    2018-11-26 16:38:40 UTC

    Ever since thoroughly enjoying our experience at Zuma’s Datca Peninsula outpost at Mytha Hotel Anthology’s D Maris Bay, I’ve been desperate to try the original. Thankfully, my prayers were recently answered Co-founded in 2002 by friends Rainer Becker and Arjun Waney, Zuma now boasts 11 venues globally, with the latest…

  2. In Conversation with… Simon Petutschnig, fera & The Kitchen // 2018

    2018-11-26 16:32:56 UTC

    American inventor Thomas Alva Edison once said that “genius is one percent inspiration and ninety-nine percent perspiration”. Ever since Simon Petutschnig discovered his passion for cooking and began to work his way up through the hierarchal environment of the kitchen, he has been on a path to success, and is…

  3. An Evening at… Hide by Ollie Dabbous, London // 2018

    2018-11-26 16:28:43 UTC

    Fresh off the back of winning its first Michelin Star just six months after opening its (naturally) hidden solid wood doors, Hide – the latest venture of Ollie Dabbous – screams decadence and luxury. It is also, as we found out a few months ago, home to one of the…

  4. A Moment of Luxury: D Maris Bay, Datca Peninsula, Turkey // 2018

    2018-11-26 16:21:00 UTC

    Extraordinary English writer J.R.R Tolkien once wrote: “Not all those who wander are lost”. As we drove through unspoilt Turkish hills, this proclamation could not have been more fitting. Travelling in decadent comfort, in an ice white turbocharged Audi, I felt utterly at ease as I sank into brown leather…

  5. An Evening at… Roganic, Marylebone // 2018

    2018-11-26 16:18:13 UTC

    Eighteenth Century poet William Cowper once said: “No man can be a patriot on an empty stomach”. After an incredible experience at Roganic, from which we left with stomach and mind full of praise for English produce and culinary genius, I rather think that Cowper would have approved of Simon…

  6. Heaven on Earth: Don Totu Dimora Storica, Puglia // 2018

    2018-11-26 16:14:04 UTC

    Operatic master Giuseppe Verdi once said: “You may have the universe if I may have Italy”. As we took in the impressive Neoclassical architecture, driving through the narrow winding streets of quaint Italian towns, emerging into expansive communal squares, truer words had never been spoken. The small town of San…

  7. An Evening at… Galvin at Windows, London // 2018

    2018-11-26 16:03:50 UTC

    Writing of the Spitalfields venue, Galvin La Chapelle, Jay Rayner once uttered that “even the godless among us need somewhere to worship” – and he was completely correct. Each and every one of us may benefit from a sacred haven of one kind or another. For some, this solace can…

  8. The Napoleon Hotel & Bars // 2017

    2018-01-06 15:31:35 UTC

    Over the past few months, there has been a great buzz around London’s “smallest grand hotel”. Newly renovated in 2017, the venue presents a rather enticing premise: one lovingly designed hotel room, generously complemented by not one; not two; but three exceptional and exciting bars, all serving the room by…

  9. A Night at… Kimpton de Witt // 2017

    2018-01-06 15:25:51 UTC

    For Kimpton’s first venture into Europe, there couldn’t have been a better location than Central Amsterdam. The laidback little sister of the behemoth InterContinental Hotel Group, Kimpton presents itself as “a different way to stay, where inspired travel begins” and its newest venue, Kimpton de Witt, is an absolute testament…

  10. The Frog E1 by Adam Handling // 2017

    2018-01-06 15:21:54 UTC

    The last few months have been remarkable for Adam Handling. In June his Shoreditch restaurant, The Frog E1, celebrated its first anniversary, September saw him launch his second  – and now flagship venue – The Frog in Covent Garden and just a few weeks later, the tireless hard work at…

  11. An Afternoon At… Townhouse // 2017

    2018-01-06 14:53:37 UTC

    Comprising three interconnecting drawing rooms and enchanting details such as fireplaces, a hidden whisky bar and a carefully curated library, Town House at The Kensington serves as a completely unique venue, blending classic heritage with modern style to provide an intimate space for dinners, drinks and events beyond Part of…

  12. An Afternoon At… Duck & Waffle // 2017

    2018-01-06 14:50:05 UTC

    Duck & Waffle is quite an experience. Combining lofty heights with mouthwatering cocktails and inventive dishes, the highest restaurant in London attracts guests from all over the world. Whilst it is certain that the location of this incredible venue has contributed greatly to its success, it is the hardworking, dedicated…

  13. Galantis, Brixton o2 Academy // 2017

    2017-05-06 09:55:27 UTC

    Originally published at http://www.thearcadiaonline.com/galantis-brixton-o2-academy/ Galantis has been gaining huge momentum in recent months and have perfected energetic sets littered with catchy original pop tracks, popular remixes and deep, driven bass-lines. Hailing from Stockholm, this Swedish duo has a lot of experience behind them. Christian Karlsson is also a member of…

  14. The Beer Edit, Bethnal Green // 2017

    2017-05-06 09:47:47 UTC

    Originally published at http://www.thearcadiaonline.com/the-beer-edit-bethnal-green-london-beer-week-2017/ Last month, DrinkUp.London descended on the Capital once again for the third annual London Beer Week and, this year, there was more to experience than ever before. With pop-ups, parties, pairing dinners and rickshaw beer tours, exploring London’s hop-rich drinking culture was also easier than ever…

  15. Elderbrook, XOYO, Shoreditch // 2017

    2017-04-11 15:42:00 UTC

    Originally published at http://www.thearcadiaonline.com/elderbrook-xoyo-shoreditch/ “I’ve spent most of my life in and around London”, Alexander Kotz professed as he prepared for his headline Shoreditch show: “It’s amazing to play in this city wherever it is, but I’ve seen countless artists play at XOYO – it will be incredible to play…
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