Features - Europe
insight - Ray Stowers
Occupation - Bespoke TailorAlthough it goes against the grain of popular thought, not all Savile Row tailors are cut from the same cloth. Take a walk along London’s most famous sartorial street and you’ll find old-school ateliers nestled next to their more mainstream counterparts, including Gieves & Hawkes, and Continental imports, such as French design house Lanvin. |
Skiing Nice to Geneva
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The warm breezes, palm trees, and open-air restaurants of Nice might seem a far cry from anywhere you could possibly ski – except, of course, in the Mediterranean – but appearances can be deceptive. In winter, snow is not far away. As we head north for another stretch of water, Lake Geneva, what gems will we find en route? |
Articles - Europe
weekend away - Berlin
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Berlin changes at a rate that gives vertigo even to its long-term residents. Having constantly rebuilt and reinvented itself in the 21 years since reunification, the only identity the German capital can fix on is one of flux. |
24 hours in Zurich
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Zürich’s international fame is largely tied to its status as a banking and finance hub rather than its touristic virtues. |
luxe - Vila Arte Boutique Hotel, Bucharest
Vila Arte is a luxurious boutique hotel in Romania’s cosmopolitan capital, created not only as a hotel but also as an exhibition centre for young Romanian artists, and a meeting point for lovers of art and design.
maître d’ - Gundel, Budapest
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It is fitting that the Gundel restaurant, Hungary’s culinary ambassador, is under the direction of Hungary’s former Ambassador to England, Mr Tádé Alföldy – no stranger to grace, style, and elegance. |
weekend away - Nice
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Tucked between Alpine peaks and the Mediterranean, Nice offers history and heritage, chic shops and quality restaurants, not to mention that all-important asset – location, location, location. |
insight - London Restaurant Week
London restaurants get in the festive spiritWith 47 Michelin stars across London vying for attention in the world’s most vibrant restaurant scene, this October chefs from across the British capital will come together to celebrate the London Restaurant Festival. Oryx met three of the brightest stars to talk about what’s on the menu. |
luxe - ALDEN Hotel Splugenschloss, Zurich
Fairytale castle or city palazzo – this heritage jewel in the heart of Zürich has been likened to many historic models; not surprisingly, in view of its fin de siécle façade. Yet, inside, this stylish five-star boutique hotel is utterly contemporary.
maître d’ - Belga Queen, Brussels
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As an architect, interior designer, and chef, Antoine Pinto is the undisputed master of his trade. He combines his talents to create a compelling dining experience, one which is both uniquely Pinto and uniquely Belgian. |
