Who? Noah Charney
What? The Ghent Altarpiece by Jan van Eyck is perhaps one of the most important paintings ever made – it’s certainly the one that’s been most frequently stolen. In Stealing the Mystic Lamb, art historian Noah Charney charters the stories behind each of the thefts and uncovers the many reasons why the masterpiece is so desired.
When? Available now
Where? Available online and in store
How? Buy now from Amazon
Who? Stuart Maconie What? Nothing brings together a people like music and that’s perhaps the very thing that underpins the success of The People’s Songs by Stuart Maconie. The book looks at 50 songs which have shaped modern Britain and affected our world. It’s not just about the classics however as you’ll be sure to find a few unexpected mentions. When? Available now Where? Available online and in store How? Buy now from Amazon
Who? Backyard Travel What? Backyard Travel have released a new tour, exploring the culturally rich region of Yunnan in South West China by train. Travellers will have the opportunity to explore many of the key cities in the region including Lijiang, Dali and Kunming. There will also be plenty of opportunities to explore the country side and meet the local people. When? Departure by arrangement Where? The journey begins in Kunmin, China How? For more information, see www.backyardtravel.com Fly via British Airways
Who? The Experimental Food Society What? As part of the V&A Connects series, The Experimental Food Society is giving a talk on British Food Artistry. The talk will cover some of the society’s recent work as well as discussions on what it is to be a British food artist today. The talk is free but ticketed and will include canapés and two glasses of wine. When? 23rd November Where? The Victoria and Albert Museum, Cromwell Road, London SW7 2RL How? Book by calling 020 7942 2211
Who? Life in Luxury What? Here at Life in Luxury we’ve been working hard up to and after our birthday on bigger and better things (you may have noticed our sponsored video series last week). It’s with great pleasure therefore, for us to announce that we have a new section of the website: Luxury Offers. And just in time for Cyber Monday. There, you will find the latest offers and news from our partners. Bear with us however, on the number offers available as, like us, it’s still young. When? Available now Where? Luxury offers are available at offers.lifeinluxury.co.uk How? Simply click Luxury offers
Who? Hotel Splendido What? Hotel Splendido has put together a special guided tour of the nearby city of Genoa titled “an up and down tour of Genoa”. The tour will explore the city’s UNESCO protected sites, stopover at Palazzo Rosso, look in on the Museum of the Treasure of San Lorenzo and ride in the Montegalletto Elevator. A full day’s tour start from £187 with nightly rates at the hotel from £394. When? Available by appointment Where? Hotel Splendido & Splendido Mare, Salita Baratta 16, 16034 Portofino (GE), Italy How? Visit www.hotelsplendido.com for more information Fly via KLM
Who? Todd Selby What? “Edible Selby” is a book you really need to sit down for. Created by journalist, photographer and illustrator Todd Selby in collaboration with NYTimes T Magazine, the book is a study of people of interest in the food world. The book incorporates notes, photographs, illustrations and interviews. Priced at £22.99. When? Available now Where? Available in store and online How? Purchase at Amazon
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