Recent launches: The greatest top-end champagnes of the year

  Of the many fine options available to the true Champagne connoisseur, these are the Maisons that consistently delivers greatness and a collection of happy moments. These champagnes are limited bottlings with extraordinary depth and complexity created for all of us to not lose the power of celebration. These truly special wines are delicious with … Read more

The cult of ‘smellness’: what’s behind the extraordinary rise in sales of scented candles?

One website has seen a 180% spike in sales – and it’s not just the luxury end of the market that is booming

Tate Britain to celebrate 60 years of work by female artists

Show will reflect vital role of women in history of British art over last six decades

The quest for a perfect panettone

The thrice-risen Italian favourite is now a seasonal staple in the UK. But can new fanciful flavours beat the golden, fruit-studded classic?

The Balmoral and Hamilton & Inches are proving that all that glistens is, in fact, gold

  The Golden Christmas Experience: The Balmoral Hotel Edinburgh, a Rocco Forte Hotel, is turning the lobby into a celebration of the forthcoming Hamilton & Inches’ Scottish Gold collection. When The Balmoral’s tree goes up, then Christmas time in Edinburgh truly begins. The Edinburgh hotel Balmoral, a Rocco Forte Hotel, partners with leading Scottish jeweller … Read more

Boodles is transforming London’s first ever hotel into a spectacular hub

  Get carried away by Boodles… this festive season, Browns Hotel is festooned with beautiful Boodles hot air balloons. There is a great synergy between The Brown’s Hotel, a Rocco Forte Hotel and British luxury jeweller Boodles, these two established Mayfair heritage brands. Brown’s Hotel and the British fine jewellery brand Boodles have come together … Read more