Bentley Motors has reinforced its position as one of the leading manufacturer of luxury vehicles after announcing a 19% increase in global deliveries in 2013. The luxury car brand announced a new Limited Edition model exclusively for European customers, the Birkin Mulsanne. The car is inspired by Sir Henry ‘Tiger’ Tim Birkin, a legendary … Read more
Hôtel du Continent with Christian Lacroix signature Announced just before Christmas, Christian Lacroix-designed Hôtel du Continent in Paris, announced its grand opening on February 3. French stylist and couturier designed a hotel with globe-trotting atmosphere where each floor is dedicated to a different continent: Europe, Africa, Asia, America, Oceania, and the sixth floor … Read more
Greenpeace has found hazardous chemicals in Burberry clothes – it should, like its some of its rivals, join our Detox campaign
Latvia’s Rīga and Sweden’s Umea officially opened their European Capital of Culture year. Last weekend, Rīgas streets were buzzing with a multitude of events ranging from a multi media production of Wagner’s masterpiece Rienci “Rise and Fall” to a participatory event which saw thousands of books moved from the old National Library building to the … Read more
It’s easy to beat ourselves up for not doing enough to speed up sustainability, but it’s important to celebrate courage and commitment
What’s hot. 2014 Culinary Forecast. A recent National Restaurant Association survey of nearly 1,300 chefs and members of the American Culinary Federation have identified the top ten food trends for 2014 as part of a What’s Hot culinary forecast for 2014. This is an indicator of what individuals are likely to see on restaurant menus … Read more