Who? Maslenitsa Festival
What? Maslenitsa Festival, the week long celebration of Russian culture, is returning to London again this year with various events around the city. There will be exhibitions, arts masterclasses, special menus and performance art.
When? 11th to 17th March
Where? Around London
How? For more information, visit maslenitsa.co.uk
Who? Saatchi Art What? Don’t ask us how but we’ve only recently discovered Saatchi Art, the online website where you can buy, and sell, art from around the world. It was launched in 2006 by the Saatchi Gallery in London so it’s certainly been around for a while. For us, a favourite is their curated sections – handy if you find the gargantuan collection daunting. We’ll start with the delectable food collection then… When? Available now Where? Available online from Saatchi Art How? Browse now at Saatchi Art
Who? Paris-Beijing Gallery What? The Brussels branch of the Paris-Beijing Gallery is hosting a retrospective of the artist Liu Bolin’s work. The artist trained at the Academy of Fine Arts in Shandong, originally as a sculptor. The exhibition is of a collection of photographs of the artist in camouflage, blending into a variety of backgrounds. When? Now until 11th May Where? Paris-Beijing Gallery, Hôtel Winssinger, Rue de l’Hôtel des Monnaies 66, 1060 Brussels How? For more information, see www.galerieparisbeijing.com Fly via KLM
Who? One Leicester Street What? One Leicester Street, the hotel on the former site of St John Hotel, has recently opened. The hotel features just 15 design focussed rooms. The food in the hotel restaurant continues to be looked after by Tom Harris, previously head chef at the Michelin-starred St John Hotel. Room rates from £150 per night. When? Open now Where? One Leicester Street, London WC2H 7BL How? Visit www.oneleicesterstreet.com for more information
Who? Noah Charney What? The Ghent Altarpiece by Jan van Eyck is perhaps one of the most important paintings ever made – it’s certainly the one that’s been most frequently stolen. In Stealing the Mystic Lamb, art historian Noah Charney charters the stories behind each of the thefts and uncovers the many reasons why the masterpiece is so desired. When? Available now Where? Available online and in store How? Buy now from Amazon
What? Tools of Titans by Tim Ferriss. Priced at £14.99. Where? Buy now from Amazon, Waterstones, Foyles or Book Depository
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
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