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  • British Food Artistry at V&A

    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

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    Belmond La Residencia launches creative writing retreat

    Who? Belmond La Residencia What? Ever fancied yourself as a novelist? Well now you can explore that at Belmond La Residencia on their new creative writing retreat. The week-long course will be led by acclaimed author Diane Redmond and include workshops on various genres as well as a visit to the house of novelist Robert Graves. When? Dates will be available in May and October Where? Son Canals s/n, 07179 Deià, Mallorca, Spain How? For more information, see www.belmond.com/la-residencia-mallorca

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    RIFF – film with a difference in Reykjavik

    Who? Reykjavik International Film Festival (RIFF) What? Each year, film lovers flock to Reykjavik for its International Film Festival. The 10 day even features a mix of films and documentaries, shown in unexpected locations. Expect to be surprised in a swimming pool, at the director’s house or inside a volcanic lava cave. When? 26th September to 6th October Where? Various venues in Reykjavik How? Visit en.riff.is for more information Fly via KLM

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    Bespoke photography experiences return to Belmond Hotels

    Who? Belmond Hotels What? Belmond’s bespoke photography experiences returns to its properties in Italy and Mallorca as the hotels reopen for the 2015 season. This year the experiences include evening photo tour of Venice at Belmond Hotel Cipriani, underwater photography at Belmond Hotel Splendido, Florence from the sky at Belmond Villa San Michele, Naples by vintage Vespa at Belmond Hotel Caruso, ‘Cook and Camera’ at Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo and Belmond Villa Sant’Andrea and bird watching at Belmond La Residencia. Prices vary. When? Available now Where? Available at various Belmond Hotels. How? For more information and to book, visit www.belmond.com Fly via British Airways

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    Summer reading: Concretopia by John Grindrod

    Who? John Grindrod What? Post-war Britain is not the poster child for fine architecture but in Concretopia, John Grindrod charts how the country moved away from crumbling buildings to avant garde designs. By exploring well-known landmarks and meeting pioneering architectures, the journey of change, renewal and innovation is brought to life. When? Available now Where? Available online and in store How? Buy now from Amazon

  • Ed Fairburn’s map portraits

    Who? Ed Fairburn What? Ed Fairburn is an illustrator and artist based in Cardiff who specialises in portraiture using a range of mediums. His recent work is a series of portraits created from maps, available in black and white or colour. Prints of his work are available to purchase and he is available for commissions. When? Available now Where? Stockists details are at edfairburn.com How? See website for more information