The Great House, Sonning, Berkshire: hotel review

The riverside village beloved of Jerome K Jerome and George Clooney is home to a swish bar and restaurant and, now, characterful but good-value bedrooms to match

Walpole 100: Entrepreneurs spanning all sectors of luxury, shared their 100 top tips

Walpole 100: British entrepreneurs in the luxury industry are sharing their insights on lessons learned. 100 ‘secrets of success’ from some of the biggest names in British luxury. Ever wanted to know what it takes to launch a successful luxury brand? Or learn what inspires some of Britain’s most innovative luxury leaders? The past 50 … Read more

Belly full: New York’s bacon restaurant – and its nine-course tasting menu

A new Korean-influenced restaurant in Williamsburg offers nine pork courses on an omakase basis, as well as a spot of karaoke

Kaitlyn Stewart crowned World Class Bartender of the Year 2017

Kaitlyn Stewart has been crowned the world’s best bartender at the climax of the global cocktail competition WORLD CLASS Bartender of the Year 2017 in Mexico City. The judges have seen everything, from six foot high flames to ingredients brought together in ways they never seen before. The WORLD CLASS Bartender of the Year competition … Read more

Rum is well and truly shifting its reputation as the spirit only for pirates

“Today people expect more from their drinks, drinks that tell a story and create experiences.” Rum is well and truly shifting its reputation as the spirit only for pirates. It is taking over drinks menus of the hottest bars, being supped by the super sophisticated as an aperitif and converting even the most fanatical after-dinner … Read more

The Ginger Pig, Hove, East Sussex: hotel review

The food’s always been top-notch at this gastropub, so the new bedrooms are a welcome addition, providing informal luxury at fairly affordable prices