France recognized young and dynamic cookery by naming six young chefs to the Chevalier of the Order of Arts and Letters. Instead of rewarding emblazoned chefs, the nobility papers of the French Republic and in particular the title of Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres, would go to a group of young French chefs out of the … Read more
Electrolux has asked some of the world’s most influential food critics and chefs where to go if you are looking for the next big thing within the culinary world. The answer is a Scandinavian bistro style slow street food restaurant with Japanese influences focusing on local ingredients. To get the lowdown on what really goes … Read more
This spring, Easter in Manhattan has officially traded its fuzzy bunny ears for a set of hand-stitched leather handles. Starting March 13, the fourth-floor chocolate boutique inside Louis Vuitton’s 57th Street flagship—currently a sprawling, temporary “library” of luxury while the permanent Fifth Avenue home undergoes its facelift—becomes the epicenter of haute gastronomy. This isn’t just … Read more
There’s something inherently captivating about Giorgio Armani’s vision—his ability to merge elegance with simplicity, sophistication with ease. And now, he’s bringing that same finesse to Beijing with the launch of his first restaurant in China: Armani/Caffè Beijing, nestled within the exclusive China World Shopping Mall. The opening of this culinary haven marks another milestone in … Read more
20 luxury industry news stories from Fall 2024: When the Rich Tighten Their Belts, It’s Designer Leather. The luxury goods sector faced a challenging Fall 2024, marked by a 2% decline in global sales—one of the weakest performances on record—driven by price increases and economic uncertainties that reduced the customer base. Despite this downturn, certain … Read more
Raffles Boston Opens in Boston’s Back Bay, Marking the First Raffles Hotel & Residences in North America. Raffles Boston is a 35-Story Sustainable New-Build Hotel with 147 Guestrooms. Raffles Boston, the stunning hotel from the illustrious hospitality brand, Raffles Hotels & Resorts, opens its doors to guests. Boston, a city steeped in history, culture, and … Read more