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Home pick: London Calling plates from Charlene Mullen for Royal Doulton
Who? Royal Doulton What? There’s something lovely about the fact that our spiritual home, London, is also the theme of this set of plates. Designed by Charlene Mullen for Royal Doulton, they capture many of the city’s best features like the London eye or the Gherkin. But, while they’re mostly in black and white, you might be surprised to find splashes of colour here and there. Priced at £35 for a set of four. When? Available to pre-order now Where? Available online from Royal Doulton How? Buy now from Royal Doulton
Christie’s launches new watch boutique
Who? Christie’s What? Last month renowned auction house Christie’s launched their Watch Shop, an online retail boutique of rare, vintage and luxury timepieces. The timepieces are available for immediate purchase and features watches from all over the world in varying styles and prices. There will be at least 30 watches available at all times with each having a set price and no additional costs or buyer’s premium. When? Available now Where? Watch Shop available online only How? For more information, see www.christies.com/watchshop
Ten of the best notebooks from Paperchase
Preparing for the new year? Well, aside from the parties, we love getting ready with a fresh new notebook. It helps to have somewhere to put our thoughts and ideas as well as of course plans and things to do. With that in mind, we’ve picked ten of the best notebooks from Paperchase to get you started. Navy laser-cut leather notebook. Priced at £15. Doughnutz mini notebooks. Priced at £8 for a set of three. Lime laser-cut leather notebook. Priced at £15. Typewriter stitched notebook. Priced at £7. London Underground Map notebook. Priced at £5. Noto small black journal with ruled pages. Priced at £9. Cupcake hand-stitched notebook. Priced at…
Prestigio launches new dual SIM phone
Who? Prestigio What? If you’re having to carry around more than one phone, then why not check out Prestigio’s latest release, the 4.5 MultiPhone? The phone can hold two SIM at the same time and offers 4.5 inch screen on an Android operating system. It also comes with a two year warranty as a standard. Priced at £178. When? Available now Where? Available from Amazon How? Visit www.prestigio.com for more information
The Legend of the Chinese Zodiac
Who? Vacheron Constantin What? Vacheron Constantin’s latest collection of time pieces, the aptly titled “The Legend of the Chinese Zodiac”, makes a perfect gift for Chinese New Year. Currently released is the “Year of the Snake” watch, available in a platinum or pink gold case. Only 12 pieces are released for each model. When? Available now Where? Exclusively at Vacheron Constantin boutiques How? See www.vacheron-constantin.com for more information
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Ten tips for painting food by Anna Koska
GO AND FIND THE REAL THING – There are limits to this of course. In the case of some obscure fish, I’m not often in a position to don a wetsuit and jump in the deep if it lives at the bottom of the inky blue, but there’s always a fish market. HANDLE THE THING – If it’s got bones, feel where they lie. If it’s got skin, get familiar with the feel and texture: hairy, bald, feathery, scaly, bit gooey, slippery, a bit want-to-put-it-down-and-run. Move it around. Check out the way the shadows play on the dips and curves. TAKE IT HOME TO MEET THE FAMILY – If I…
