Les Journées Particulières LVMH returns for a bigger fourth edition. How to take part

  The first wave of reservations has been a true success and most tickets were booked in a few minutes, announced LVMH luxury group. 56 LVMH Maisons, 77 exceptional places – including 40 venues that have never been open to the public during the Journées Particulières – in 14 countries on five continents over three … Read more

Michelin inspectors impressed with the consistency of the restaurant scene in D.C.

Third Edition of the Michelin Guide in D.C. Recognizes Its First Three-Star Restaurant The 2019 selection includes: One restaurant with three Michelin stars, two restaurants with two stars, 13 restaurants with one star, and 39 restaurants with a Bib Gourmand. Every D.C. Michelin-starred restaurant recognized last year has maintained exceptional quality and steadiness. The newest … Read more

Vettis Concrete: Limited edition concrete faucet reaches new height of luxury

  “The Vettis Concrete faucet uses natural elements to reinterpret the sensory experience of a waterfall. Its pioneering use of concrete required a sophisticated methodology, developed and tested over four years. The result is a feat of engineering and craft, expressing the essence of a majestic cascade.” The Beauty of Concrete is Celebrated through the … Read more

Andrea Pesaresi named President of Michael Kors Men’s

  Michael Kors Names Andrea Pesaresi President of Men’s. It is a very exciting time in the men’s industry. Michael Kors iconic brand DNA provides a great foundation for growth. The global fashion luxury group with brands covering the full spectrum of fashion luxury categories continues to extend the global reach of its brands with … Read more

Masterpiece Estates – a handpicked selection of remarkable properties, your very own bespoke retreat

  Masterpiece Estates is the latest, most unique offering from the Oetker Collection. Masterpiece Estates is a small portfolio of historical houses and private luxury estates. Germany’s luxury hospitality group Oetker Collection is offering extraordinary houses in spectacular countryside. Each historical property called “Masterpiece Estate” offers a huge choice of outstanding activities, and is staffed … Read more

I never set out to stick my knife into a restaurant – but some just deserve it

The Observer restaurant critic’s most biting reviews have now been collected in a book. Here, he defends the art of negative criticism – after all, it’s just a part of the job