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Luxury Restaurants, Wine and Spirits News and Reviews.

The Luxury Landscape Is Becoming More Introspective, More Adaptive, And—When At Its Best – More Meaningful

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The luxury sector finds itself in a dynamic state of reinvention. Marked by audacious collaborations, a resurgence of heritage-driven storytelling, cautious responses to economic headwinds, and increasingly discerning global consumers, the industry is at a crossroads. The latest wave of developments—from fashion and hospitality to mobility and tech—paints a vivid picture of both resilience and … Read more

Christie’s Uncorks a Legend: The Glorious, Gilded Cellar of William I. Koch

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What happens when one of America’s most audacious collectors decides to part with his wine? At Christie’s this June, we find out—and it promises to be nothing short of a Bacchic blockbuster. From June 12–14, Christie’s Wine New York presents The Cellar of William I. Koch: The Great American Collector, a once-in-a-generation auction that reads … Read more

A New Icon Rises: Donatella Boutique Hotel & Restaurant Promises Glamour — With Familiar Notes

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Miami Beach, already saturated with storied glamour and golden nostalgia, is preparing to welcome a new chapter in its glittering saga: the debut of the Donatella Boutique Hotel & Restaurant in May 2025. The project, a sibling to the legendary Versace Mansion (now The Villa Casa Casuarina), is helmed by the Nakash Group — proprietors … Read more

It’s not just dinner. It’s Prada—on a plate.

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Just when we thought the luxury-meets-lifestyle trend had reached its peak—where handbags sat next to handmade pasta and labels moonlighted as hotel curators—Prada quietly steps in with its first independent dining concept in Asia, Mi Shang, and reminds us that in the world of couture, the appetite for reinvention is never satisfied. Opened on March … Read more

A Taste of Art Deco: How Hotel Amigo’s Bel’Œuf 2025 Transforms Chocolate into High Art

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Brussels is gearing up for a rendezvous between history, haute chocolate, and high design as Hotel Amigo, the city’s emblematic luxury landmark, welcomes the third edition of Bel’Œuf. From April 10 to 21, 2025, this opulent celebration of chocolate craftsmanship takes on an extra layer of significance—paying homage to Art Deco’s centenary. With the city … Read more

Forbes Travel Guide Debuts Star Awards For Cruise Ship Restaurants

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Move over, landlubbers—luxury cruising just got a Michelin-star-level makeover. For the first time in its 67-year history, Forbes Travel Guide (FTG) has set its sights on cruise ship dining, unveiling a groundbreaking new category in its prestigious Star Awards. With cruise lines investing heavily in gourmet experiences, FTG is officially recognizing the crème de la … Read more