The exquisite ‘Apollo’ and ‘Artemis’ are the most valuable earrings ever sold at auction

Sotheby’s inaugural sale of Magnificent Jewels and Noble Jewels at the Mandarin Oriental in Geneva was headlined by ‘The Apollo and Artemis Diamonds’ which sold for US$57,425,478 / CHF 57,118,750, becoming the most valuable earrings ever sold at auction. The diamond twins—one pink and the other blue—are perfectly matched in size, cut and tonality. The … Read more

Lürssen’s Superyacht Dilbar was named Motor Yacht of the Year 2017

Superyacht Dilbar wins the Award for The Best Motoryacht of the Year during the World Superyacht Awards in Florence. It was a magic night when last Saturday (13th May) the World superyacht Awards ceremony, organized by Boat International Media, took place in Florence in the palatial surroundings of the Palazzo Vecchio to celebrate the best … Read more

10 of the best cafes and restaurants near Paris’s major attractions

Lunch near Paris’s big draws doesn’t have to be expensive or touristy. A short walk from the Eiffel Tower or the Louvre will reveal a classic bistro, stylish brasserie or locals’ favourite

Italian Luxury: Emerging Brands Awards. Altagamma’s 7 winners are …

Benedetta Bruzziches, MORE, Delfina Delettrez, Frantoio Muraglia, LOVEThESIGN, Evo Yachts and Venissa are the winners of the second edition of the Altagamma Foundation award. The “EMERGING BRANDS AWARD – Believing in the Future” supports emerging Italian cultural and creative businesses in the various sectors represented by the Italian luxury body. The Award also aims to … Read more

Middle East Jewellery of the Year Awards 2016. The Jewellery & Pen winners

Fifteen winners of the Middle East Jewellery of the Year Awards 2016 were announced in a glittering ceremony held at the Ritz Carlton Hotel in Bahrain on Monday 21 November 2016. Middle East Jewellery of the Year Awards were held for the 12th consecutive year in conjunction with the Jewellery Arabia fair taking place from … Read more

Michelin guide New York City 2017: Exceptional cuisine, worth a special journey

Aska Restaurant awarded two stars in the Michelin guide New York City 2017; 12 new restaurants awarded one Star. Chef Shinichi Inoue’s Sushi Inoue is the first-ever restaurant awarded one Michelin star in Harlem. Michelin Guide unveiled the new selection in the MICHELIN Guide New York 2017, which highlights a total of 857 restaurants, including … Read more