One of our favourite London hangouts, the London EDITION in Fitzrovia is set to open from May 17. The jaw-dropping 173-room hotel will open its doors first, with its highly-acclaimed restaurant, Berners Tavern by Jason Atherton, welcoming guests the very next day. It's Rude To Stare stayed the night at the London EDITION the evening before it closed for the last lockdown and we were highly satisfied with the measures in place, from room cleanliness to table spacing. Here's what you can expect now the the great unlocking has started... The London EDITION hotel On walking into the London ...
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Talisker, the multi-award-winning whisky, is offering an array of indulgent gifts for wild spirits this Christmas. From a brand new Talisker Whisky Sea Salted Caramel gift set to a range of delectable whiskies, there is something to suit all tastes and budgets, with thoughtful choices guaranteed. Famed for its sea-salty nose, smoky character and peppery finish, Talisker captures and tells the story of the remote and rugged environment where it is made. Distilled at the oldest working distillery on Skye, which is battered by the elements, Talisker transports whisky ...
Read more →Before the second lockdown, I managed to get out to St Lucia to explore the volcanic island's adventure side. During my time there, one of my bases was Marigot Bay. This chic tucked-away hotel is a top spot if you're looking to get away from it all, and for keen sailors, it is a must-visit with a marina included as part of the complex. For those who merely feel like some pampering, the hotel also prides itself on its spa offering. There are several treatment rooms, a spacious gym, sauna, steam room and Jay the personal trainer who will run you through your paces on a neighbouring trekking pe...
Read more →Fashion brand Superdry has teamed up with Swedish music artist Zara Larsson to launch a killer range for this season titled Icons of Style. The 22-year-multi-platinum selling artist fronts the campiagn, modeling some of the standout pieces including a red metallic biker jacket, a space-worthy silver bomber and slick glossy padded puffer coat. Superdry said its aim was to 'reimagine' classic coverups and give them an up-to-date edge. The Icons of Style collection is divided into five lines, including Original & Vintage, Code, Studios, X and Sport Performance. Some of our favourite piec...
Read more →I'm not really one to rave about skincare products but after being introduced to Lucy Bee I'm hooked. The Radiance-Boosting Face Cream does exactly what it says on the pot, and since using it, my spot-prone skin has improved no-end. It features organically grown and natural ingredients, with no fragrance, alcohol, sulphates, parabens or other nasty things. What's more, the packaging is recyclable, with glass and aluminium used in most of the Lucy Bee collection. The pot of face cream is £35 but this will last you for a couple of months plus, with the thick cream stretching a long way. You ...
Read more →During the pandemic palaver and lockdown one thing that has given me a little comfort is my scent library. I love perfume and have a range of different fragrances to play with to suit my mood. But if you're looking for something a little wacky and wonderful to liven things up on the smell front, look no further than L'Artisan Parfumer. The French niche perfume house was founded in 1976 specialises in unusual fragrances, working with master perfumers such as Olivia Giacobetti, Bertrand Duchaufour and Karine Dubreuil. The emphasis is on scents from nature, taking you on a journey through sun...
Read more →Ring in the weekend with one of these delicious tipples... The world-famous coffee liqueur, Tia Maria, is celebrating UK Coffee Week this week until Sunday 25 October with some of London’s favourite cocktail bars including Homeboy, Chapter 72, Trailer Happiness, Megan’s and Laki Kane. Tia Maria is offering a host of coffee-inspired cocktails for Londoners to enjoy in its chosen bars including the signature Tia Espresso Martini. Bars will donate up to £1 from every cocktail to UK Coffee Week’s charity Project Waterfall, working to end the water crisis in our lifetime. Cocktail lovers can ...
Read more →Huawei sub-brand Honor has announced the Watch GS Pro and we got a sneak-peek of the do-it-all accessory with its arrival on the European market. On the downside, this smartwatch is pretty chunky and better suited to guys than gals. But design aside, the touchscreen watch is decked out with a bunch of features to keep you busy. It has been designed with the adventurer in mind, with standout perks including 25 hours of battery life and the ability to withstand extremes, from minus 40 degrees Celcius to heavy rain. Instead of leaving a trail of breadcrumbs, you can use the watch's built-in...
Read more →I raised the blackout blinds in my room to one of the best hotel views I've seen in a good while.From my bed, I could survey the 900-year-old Tower of London's turrets and thick fortress walls.It was an overcast day, but the historic spot looks pretty epic on any given day.I had checked into the citizenM Tower of London. I like this hotel brand for being fun, funky and affordable with rooms starting from just £80.But the Tower of London location definitely boasts one of the best vistas of all the city spots.For those who aren't familiar with the Netherlands-based citizenM brand, it's motto is ...
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