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    Who? The Portman Ritz Carlton, Shanghai What? The Portman Ritz Carlton in Shanghai has been an instant classic since the day it opened decades ago. Situated in the heart of Puxi, it’s ideally located for visiting many of Shanghai’s best known tourist sites. Of course, it wouldn’t be Ritz Carlton without being sumptuously luxurious inside, which of course it is. But while it’s a bit of a legend in the city, and it continues to collect accolades in the likes of Condé Nast Traveler’s Best Of lists, it’s open to innovation too. Cue, their recently launched Most Handsome Brunch in town. Another instant classic, we think. When? Open year round…

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    Louis Kahn: The Power of Architecture

    Who? London Design Museum What? The latest exhibition to arrive at the London Design museum is one centred around the work of Louis Kahn. Featuring a diverse display of Kahn’s models, sketches, photos and original drawing, the exhibition gives an insight to why Kahn is considered a master of twentieth century architecture. The exhibition touches on his influential and particular style and includes unseen footage filmed by Kahn’s son Nathaniel. When? 9th July to 12th October Where? The Design Museum, Shad Thames, London, SE1 2YD How? For more information and tickets, see designmuseum.org

  • Chelsea Art Fair is back in town

    Who? Chelsea Art Fair What? The Chelsea Art Fair is returning for the 17th time with contemporary pieces ranging from £500 to £20,000. The fair will showcase artists’ highlights from galleries around the UK and Ireland, which won’t be on view at any other London shows. Tickets are £6. When? 11th to 14th April Where? Chelsea Old Town Hall, King’s Road, London SW3 5EE How? For more information, visit www.chelseaartfair.org

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    Competition: win a Brancott Estate Celebration Hamper

    Tired of the same old festivities? Why not celebrate this festive season with a great hamper brought to you by New Zealand winemakers Brancott Estate and Life in Luxury? The hamper will include: – 1 x bottle of Brancott Estate Sauvignon Blanc Brut NV – Two Riedel celebration glasses – All you need to make the perfect blini – premium smoked salmon, crème fraiche, lemon and small bunch of chives To be in with a chance to win, simply visit us on Facebook (http://on.fb.me/128V4tN), like our page and submit your entry there. Offer is open to UK entrants only and will close midnight 19th December. Your name and address will…

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    YSL exhibition at ING Cultural Centre

    Who? Fondation Pierre Bergé – Yves Saint Laurent What? The Fondation Pierre Bergé – Yves Saint Laurent has organised a new exhibition of the designer’s work in collaboration with ING Cultural Centre. The collection will include Haute Couture as well as Ready-to-Wear pieces. There will also be rare sketches, production drawings, patterns, client files, embroidery samples, magazines, and press articles from the archives. When? 30th January to 5th May Where? ING Cultural Centre, Mont des Arts/Place Royale 6, B-1000 Brussels, Belgium How? For more information, please visit www.fondation-pb-ysl.net Fly via Brussels Airlines

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    New release: Galleries, Palaces & Tea by David Backhouse

    Who? David Backhouse What? David Backhouse has recently published the second edition of his “Galleries, Palaces & Tea” independently under Curll Press. Working as part travel guide and part encyclopedia, the illustrated guide to London is a handy but hefty book for history lovers and purveyors of obscure facts. Priced at £9.99. When? Available now Where? Available online and in store How? Buy now from Amazon