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The Racecourse Newbury Sportingbet Winter Festival

ByLife in Luxury November 19, 2012August 27, 2013

Who? The Racecourse, Newbury

What? The prestigious Hennessy Gold Cup returns again this year as part of The Racecourse Newbury Sportingbet Winter Festival which will also include a wine cellar, ice rink and winter shopping village amongst a host of other activities. Tickets start from £20 a day.

When? 29^th November to1^st December

Where? The Racecourse, Newbury RG14 7NZ www.racecoursenewbury.co.uk

How? Purchase tickets online at www.racecoursenewbury.co.uk

Culture | Travel

Happy Birthday Dear Academie in Antwerp

ByLife in Luxury September 23, 2013November 5, 2014

Who? Royal Academy of Fine Arts Antwerp What? In celebration of the 350th anniversary of the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Antwerp, the Antwerp Academy, MoMu, MAS, the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp and Antwerpen Open have joined forces to create a new exhibition. Entitled “Happy Birthday Dear Academie”, the exhibition will feature highlights of fashion and visual arts and will comprise of a number of events and smaller exhibitions. When? Until 31st January 2014 Where? Around the city of Antwerp, Belgium How? For more information, see www.happybirthdaydearacademie.be Fly via Brussels Airlines

Culture | Drink | Travel

Visit London Zoo at night with Bordeaux Wines

ByLife in Luxury May 19, 2013August 26, 2013

Who? ZSL London Zoo and Bordeaux Wines What? ZSL London Zoo’s adults only “Zoo Lates” are back. This is your chance to see zoo animals after dark and enjoy a host of evening entertainment. Bordeaux Wines are the exclusive wine sponsors for this year’s Zoo Lates, bringing with them a range of wines to enjoy in the Bordeaux Jardin du Vin. Tickets priced at £25. When? 6pm to 10pm, every Friday night in June and July Where? Regent’s Park Outer Circle, London NW1 4RY How? Visit www.zsl.org/zoolates for more information

Culture | Travel

Experience sea life at Lower Keys Underwater Music Festival

ByLife in Luxury June 23, 2013July 5, 2014

Who? Lower Keys What? Looe Key in Florida will once again be hosting its annual Underwater Music Festival. This year’s festival will be themed “Salute to the Rolling Stone Crabs”. As part of the festival, a Rolling Stone tribute band playing classic hits under the waves and there will be plenty of other waterly songs throughout the day accompanying a perfect dive. When? 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 13th July Where? Looe Key Reef, Florida, USA How? Visit www.lowerkeyschamber.com/calendar.cfm for more information Fly via KLM

Culture | Design

Design pick: Hotel print from Cachette

ByLife in Luxury October 3, 2014September 27, 2014

Who? Cachette What? Add a little humour to your living space with this “This is not a hotel” framed print from Cachette. It’s simple in design and message but sure makes waking up in the morning a whole lot funnier and, dare we say it, especially if you have teens. Two different sizes are available. Priced from €42. When? Available now Where? Available online from Cachette How? Buy now from Cachette

Culture | Design | Food | The perfect ten

Ten tips for painting food by Anna Koska

ByGuest January 5, 2013January 17, 2022

GO AND FIND THE REAL THING – There are limits to this of course. In the case of some obscure fish, I’m not often in a position to don a wetsuit and jump in the deep if it lives at the bottom of the inky blue, but there’s always a fish market. HANDLE THE THING – If it’s got bones, feel where they lie. If it’s got skin, get familiar with the feel and texture: hairy, bald, feathery, scaly, bit gooey, slippery, a bit want-to-put-it-down-and-run. Move it around. Check out the way the shadows play on the dips and curves. TAKE IT HOME TO MEET THE FAMILY – If I…

Culture | Travel

Experience Moscow and The Bolshoi with Cox & Kings

ByLife in Luxury July 15, 2013November 7, 2014

Who? Cox & Kings What? Opera and ballet is like no other at The Bolshoi and that’s why Cox & Kings have put together a special package for the full experience. The three nigh break will include three nights at the 5-star Marriott hotel, flights with British Airways, private transfers, a city tour and opera ticket. Priced from £1,055 per person. When? Available now Where? Departure by arrangement How? Visit www.coxandkings.co.uk for more information Fly via British Airways

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