New boutique hotels to add to your luxury moments collection: Martinique, Laos, Madrid

Something to please all independently minded travellers. Incredible food and incredible view, what more could you want? This month we are travelling to a Madrid city-centre gem called Hotel Único: Madrid (Spain), a lavish retreat in the heart of the capital of Laos, and enjoy the relaxed and easy-going atmosphere of a special Caribbean escape … Read more

United Airlines business class redesigned form Ahh to Zzz

United Airlines’ revamped its international business class cabin with Pod-like suites and custom-designed bedding from Saks Fifth Avenue. United Airlines unveiled re-imagined international travel experience – United Polaris Business Class. Named after the North Star, United Polaris is the shining new star of business class travel that flyers can turn to for a tranquil and … Read more

Claus Meyer: the other man from Noma

The Danish TV cookery show host and entrepreneur helped create the world’s best restaurant and turn Copenhagen into a leading dining destination. Next stop: New York

The OFM 50: what we love about the world of food in 2016

From Heston Blumenthal’s sweet shop to the policeman turned pie-maker, here (in no particular order) are 50 of Observer Food Monthly’s favourite things

Easter eggs 2016: the best and worst – taste test

Our panel of tasters rate Easter chocolate, from budget supermarket buys to luxury brands. Which showstopper is worth splashing out on – and will kids go for Betty’s badger, Percy Pig or Egg Head?

Zurich city guide: what to see, plus the best restaurants, bars and hotels

Yes, it’s big on banking and watches but don’t imagine the Swiss city is entirely straitlaced – this year it’s going gaga over Dada for starters