Bibliochaise, Photo by Tom Mannion

Bibliochaise, the chair with 300 books

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Who? .nobody&co. What? The .nobody&co. Designers, Alisée Matta and Giovanni Gennari, began working as an advertising team in 1994 before getting together to establish their Milan based design studio. It was there that they created the Bibliochaise, an arm chair which has space to hold “5 metres” or around 300 books. Bibliochaise is customisable with different covers and colours and prices vary. When? Available now Where? Stockiest list is available on www.nobodyandco.it How? For more information, see website

Salt & Sill, a floating hotel

Salt & Sill, a floating hotel

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Who? Salt & Sill What? Enjoy a different sort of hotel experience at Sweden’s floating hotel Salt & Sill. Located on the herring island of Klädesholmen, the hotel is comprised of six two-storey buildings on floating pontoons. Each room has its own entrance, sea view and patio space. There’s also access to a floating sauna, the world’s fastest. When? Open year round Where? Klädesholmen, Sweden How? For more information, visit www.saltosill.se Fly via KLM

London’s largest Cava bar

London’s largest Cava bar

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Who? aqua nueva What? aqua nueva has launched London’s largest Cava bar at Aqua London. The restaurant will be showcasing 15 award winning Cavas alongside its traditional tapas menu. There will also be Cava masterclasses run by Head Sommelier Zsolt Kismod where guests can learn more about the sparkling wine as well as tasting some vintage Cavas. When? Open now Where? aqua nueva, 5th Floor, 240 Regent Street, London, W1B 3BR How? To book, call 0207 4780 540

“Fresh Fish”, Swedish fashion

“Fresh Fish”, Swedish fashion

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Who? Fresh Fish What? Head to the Fresh Fish Fair in Gothenburg to gain a glimpse into the world of Swedish fashion. The fashion fair, which began in 2007, features promising young designers in categories of clothing, accessories and jewellery. There’s also an annual competition to find the best designer along with a prize for the people’s choice. When? 5th to 7th April Where? Clarion Hotel Post, Centralposthuset Prosjektkonto, Drottningtorget 10 Gothenburg, Sweden How? For more information, visit www.wearefreshfish.com Fly via KLM

Demonstration in kitchens

Summer Kitchen at Harrods

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Who? Harrods What? As part of Harrods’ Summer Kitchen season, Thyme at Southrop Manor will be hosting a month-long pop-up cookery school. The cookery school will allow guests the chance to pick up tips, enjoy tastings and explore seasonal recipes. Classes start from £40. When? 8th to 12th April Where? Gourmet Cookshop, Second Floor, Harrods, 87-135 Brompton Road, Knightsbridge, London SW1X 7XL How? To book, call Harrods Concierge on 0207 730 1234

Jazz in Cape Town

Jazz in Cape Town

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Who? Cape Town Jazz Festival What? Cape Town’s Jazz Festival returns to the city again this year, showcasing over 40 world-class acts from 12 countries. This year, there will be an eclectic mix of live-music from traditional jazz, to funk, hip-hop, samba, dub step and electronica. Day passes are R440 (£31) and weekend passes R645 (£46). When? 5th to 6th April Where? Cape Town International Convention Centre, Convention Square, 1 Lower Long Street, Cape Town 8001, South Africa How? For more information, visit www.capetownjazzfest.com Fly via KLM