Prudence still, Sipsmiths

WSET Gin Ramble

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Who? Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) What? The WSET is hosting London’s first “Gin Ramble”. The gin tour will be a fun and educational look at the history of gin in London and includes a tour of some of London’s boutique distilleries. The day includes tours of Sipsmiths, Thames Distillers Ltd, The London Distillery Company, lunch and cocktail masterclass. Priced at £95. When? 9am to 5pm, 1st of February Where? Tour starts at WSET, 39-45 Bermondsey Street, London SE1 3XF How? Book online at www.wsetschool.com/which-course/evening-tasting

Photo c/o Victoria and Albert Museum
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Patterns of Fashion at V&A

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Who? Victoria and Albert Museum What? Learn about British textile design and fashion from 1750 to today at V&A’s “Patterns of Fashion” gallery talk. Led by the museum’s fashion curator Jenny Lister, the talk uses V&A’s permanent collection to demonstrate how fashion has changed. The talk is free. When? 1pm, 4th of February Where? Cromwell Road, London SW7 2RL How? See website for more information: www.vam.ac.uk

Photography by Bryan Adams
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Düsseldorf Photo Weekend 2013

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Who? Düsseldorf Photo Weekend What? Düsseldorf Photo Weekend returns to the city again with galleries, museums, and cultural institutions all over Düsseldorf opening their doors for one weekend of photography-related exhibits and events. The weekend includes the launch of a special exhibition of Canadian rock star Bryan Adams’ photography. When? 2nd to 3rd February Where? Throughout the city of Düsseldorf How? For more information, visit www.duesseldorfphotoweekend.de Fly via KLM

Grand Marnier Quintessence

Grand Marnier Quintessence

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Who? Grand Marnier What? Grand Marnier has recently launched their ultra-luxury cognac, the Grand Marnier Quintessence. It’s their first new product since 1977. Only 2,000 bottles have been created from Grande Champagne cognacs aged between 25 and 135, including vintages from 1875, 1906 and 1955. Priced at £499.99. When? Available now Where? Available at The Whisky Exchange How? Shop now at The Whisky Exchange

Place mats, South Place Hotel
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South Place, a design hotel

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Who? South Place Hotel What? Few hotels in the City of London are as design-led as D&D’s South Place Hotel. The 80 bedroom luxury hotel is designed by Allies and Morrison with interiors by Conran + Partners, taking inspiration from all aspects of London life. Specially commissioned art and installations can be found throughout the hotel’s public areas and suites. When? Open now Where? 3 South Place, London EC2M 2AF www.southplacehotel.com How? Reservations are available online Ten photos from South Place Hotel

Colony 29, a Palm Springs oasis

Colony 29, a Palm Springs oasis

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Who? Colony 29 What? Brand new boutique hotel, Colony 29, has opened in the “Art Colony” of Palm Springs, USA. The desert oasis is set in a seven-acre hideaway compound built in 1929 on the lower slopes of San Jacinto Mountains. There are six separate properties which can be rented together as a resort or separately. When? Open now Where? 147 S Tahquitz Drive, Palm Springs, California 92262 USA www.colony29.com How? Reservations are available online