Who? Christie’s
What? The 15th annual Christie’s Ski Sale is returning to London again this year. The sale remains the only ski dedicated auction in the world. This year it’s all about the golden age of travel with over 160 lots of vintage posters and Louis Vuitton luggage going under the hammer.
When? 23rd January at 1pm
Where? Christie’s South Kensington, 85 Old Brompton Road, London SW7 3LD
How? For more information visit www.christies.com
Who? City of Avignon What? The Luminessences d’Avignon is returning to the city once again for its annual installation celebrating the papal heritage of the region. The venue is the largest gothic palace in the Europe and was built in only twenty years under the reign of two Popes. As one of the two Papal seats, the palace was home to seven Popes and two schismatic Popes. For the duration of the installation, the historic Honour Courtyard at The Palace of the Popes will be transformed intothe canvas for a stunning sound and light show. When? 12th August until 11th October 2014 Where? Palaise des Papes, Place du Palais, 84000…
Who? BrewDog What? Scotland’s largest independent brewery BrewDog has recently opened the doors to their Florence outpost. This marks the first craft beer bar in Italy and is the brewery’s fourth international launch this year. The new bar has capacity for 70 people and will have 12 beers on tap, including guest beers. The venue will also feature live music at the weekends as well as regular beer tastings. When? Open now Where? Via Faenza 21r, Firenze 50123, Italy How? For more information, see www.brewdog.com Fly via British Airways
Who? The White Swan Inn What? Spend mid-week at The White Swan Inn in Yorkshire for a taste of an artist’s retreat. The boutique hotel has unveiled “A Brush With Hockney”, offering guests the chance to walk in the footsteps of the artist David Hockney. Rooms start from £199 per night, including dinner, breakfast and a David Hockney book. When? Available now Where? Market Place, Pickering, North Yorkshire YO18 7AA www.white-swan.co.uk How? Book online www.white-swan.co.uk
Who? Paul Lukacs What? At times, we can get a little bogged down with what a wine tastes like and how it smells. What we’ve neglected, often, is to find out a wine’s story. Paul Lukacs’ Inventing Wine is not just telling the story of one wine but all wines. It takes the reader through a journey of wine from history to today – a must if you want to know about more than just wine. When? Available now Where? Available in store and online How? Purchase at Amazon
Who? Sawyer Europe What? Outdoor specialists, Sawyer Europe, have recently released the ultimate water filter. The Sawyer water filter is small enough to be carried, designed to fit most water bottles and can be attached to a tap to filter mains water. Most impressively, it promises safe drinking water anywhere in the world with a guarantee of 1 million gallons of water. Priced at £60. When? Available now Where? Exclusively at sawyereurope.com How? Available online
Who? Hotel Xenia What? Lovers of wholesome Italian food should head to Hotel Xenia for their new guest chef series. The special suppers pop-up every six weeks and will feature Luca Collami (Liguria), Andrea Incerti (Emilia, Romagna), Donato Episcopo (Veneto), Paolo Barrale (Campania) and Stefano Masanti (Lombardia) in the coming months. Priced at £65 for five courses and welcome aperitif. When? Various dates available Where? Hotel Xenia London, 160 Cromwell Road, London SW5 OTL How? For more information, see www.hotelxenia.co.uk
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