Year: 2014

  • Design pick: Willow Love Story plates from Loveramics

    Who? Loveramics What? We can’t but help fall in love with these Willow Love Story plates from Loveramics. Depicting the classic love story in China blue, it’s somehow a little morphed into something quite modern. Priced at £41 for a set of four salad plates, each with own design. When? Available now Where? Available online from Occa-Home How? Buy now from Occa-Home

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    Design My Samsonite is back

    Who? Samsonite What? The Design My Samsonite competition is back. This year, one winner from each theme will be awarded a Cosmolite suitcase, and the overall five best theme designs will receive the grand prize of an exciting trip to a European city of their choice (up to the value of €1,500). Samsonite will also produce a limited edition of Cosmolite suitcases featuring one or more eye-catching designs from the five Grand Prize Winners. When? Competition runs until 14th March 2014 Where? Submit your entry online How? For more information, visit www.samsonite.com

  • Louis XIII and cigars – a match made at The Wellesley

    Who? The Wellesley Hotel What? Enjoy one of life’s most decadent pairings – Louis XIII and cigars at The Wellesley Hotel. As one of the few places in London which stocks the rare cognac, The Wellesley Hotel is also one of the few places with a seriously impressive cigar collection. Ask the resident cigar expert, Giuseppe Ruo, to find your perfect match. When? Available now Where? 11 Knightsbridge, London SW1X 7LY How? For more information, visit www.thewellesley.co.uk

  • Spring/Summer 2014 from Coast

    Who? Coast What? Coast is relaxing its attitude to dressing up for their Spring/Summer 2014 collection. As well as using bright colours and a mix of fabrics, the designers have gone for a more mix and match look with split pieces. This one is a seriously eclectic collection. When? Available now Where? Available online and in store from Coast How? Buy now from Coast Ten photos from Coast SS14

  • Korean fever at Dock Kitchen

    Who? Dock Kitchen What? Dock Kitchen has revamped its menu with a new Korean-themed offering. The tasting menu is inspired by a recent trip to Korea by chef Stevie Parle and includes ingredients such as sea urchin, gochuchang, seaweed and of course, kimchee. Priced at £45 per person. A three course version of the menu is also available at £24.50. When? Available now until 22nd February Where? Portobello Docks, 342-344 Ladbroke Grove, London W10 5BU How? For more information, see www.dockkitchen.co.uk

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    Montblanc unveils Star Twin Moonphase

    Who? Montblanc What? Montblanc has recently unveiled the latest timepieces at SIHH in Geneva including the elegant Star Twin Moonphase, which shows moonphases for the northern and southern hemispheres. The timepiece features 27 rubies alongside black alligator strap and anti-reflective sapphire crystal watch face. When? Available now Where? Stockist list available at www.montblanc.com How? For more information, see website