City Notes
Can you keep a secret? There are times when writing about travel experiences, when sharing offbeat gems and little-known wonders can have you all glowing on the inside. There are times when it gives you a calm sense of pride. And there are times...
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Weirdness is a notion long entwined with the concept of creativity. Mocked by the strait-laced confined to their boxes of conformism, celebrated by the bold and the brave who pursue the outré as a means of pushing beyond the banal. In Weird...
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In Montreal’s Little Italy, a new arrival is making waves with a fresh take on Italian dining. Pasta Pooks, which opened in March 2025, is a compact five-seat takeout counter serving pasta and natural wine in a space that marries Old World charm...
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REBL is rewriting the rules of boxing culture in Montreal. Designed by By Lemoignan Studio, the club is a bold, community-driven space where fitness meets creative expression and individuality. Housed in a former industrial factory in the heart of...
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In the heart of Hell’s Kitchen, a new eatery is garnering attention with a bold take on Mexican cuisine. Taquería Condesa is the latest venture from Leonel Baizan of Taquería 86, and channels the vibrant spirit of Mexico City’s Condesa...
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Set on a scenic hilltop overlooking downtown Santa Fe, Hotel Glorieta brings fresh energy to the city’s storied hospitality scene. Originally built in 1976 and newly reimagined with the help of Bullwhip Capital and JMI Realty, the six-acre resort...
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Amsterdam-based design studio Nicemakers make their UK debut with The Eades, a landmark new residential project redefining rental living in Walthamstow. Comprising nearly 500 apartments and 25,000 square feet of communal spaces, the development is a...
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In Manhattan, a bright new arrival is bringing a taste of the Levant to NoHo's ever-evolving food scene. Shifka, the latest project from the team behind Lower East Side favourite Sami & Susu, is an all-day pita shop that captures the spirit of...
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New York energy meets Alentejo calm at Quinta Camarena, a retreat born from the gutsy dream of Vera and Cam Camarena. After careers in global fashion and professional photography, the couple left the city’s relentless pace to embrace a life rooted...
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Dave the Butcher brings a taste of old-world Europe to Beacon’s Main Street, reimagined through the lens of modern Hudson Valley. The debut project by Now or Never Studio — conceived for husband and wife team Dave and Melissa Mountain —...
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Despite having been opened since 2016, the concept of Daft Music Hotel & Studios still feels ahead of its time. Situated in the Belgian Ardennes between Spa-Francorchamps, Malmedy, and the High Fens nature reserve, Daft is one of Europe’s rare...
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Opened in September 2025, HYLL brings a new interpretation of country hospitality to the Cotswolds, a hotel rooted in its landscape, designed to slow the pace and dim the noise. Set within a restored 16th century manor house, the 26 room property...
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Toronto’s beloved North of Brooklyn continues its steady expansion with the opening of its eighth location, this time setting up shop in the city’s Etobicoke neighbourhood. Spanning two floors, the new outpost brings together the quick-fire...
Dispatches
Recognising the world’s most inspiring work across design, innovation and creativity, the A’ Design Award & Competition stands as one of the most respected and far-reaching international design accolades. Each year, a diverse panel of academics,...
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Set on the small island of Iki, just off Nagasaki, Iki Retreat by Onko Chishin is a masterclass in quiet luxury and cultural preservation. Founded by Tomoki Matsuyama, the retreat forms part of his mission to restore — not replace — Japan’s...
Stuff Crush
Weirdness is a notion long entwined with the concept of creativity. Mocked by the strait-laced confined to their boxes of conformism, celebrated by the bold and the brave who pursue the outré as a means of pushing beyond the banal. In Weird...
City Notes
In Montreal’s Little Italy, a new arrival is making waves with a fresh take on Italian dining. Pasta Pooks, which opened in March 2025, is a compact five-seat takeout counter serving pasta and natural wine in a space that marries Old World charm...
City Notes
A once-forgotten 19th-century residence in Savannah’s historic district has been brought spectacularly back to life, reincarnated as The Douglas; a refined 16-room boutique hotel at 14 East Oglethorpe Avenue, where design meets old-world...
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In a country where club floors open with Buddhist chants and Ladyboys offer dawn alms in corsets and stilettos, Elizabeth Waterman has found a world of contradictions too vivid to ignore. Over the past three years, and across four extended trips,...
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Pregnancy is an amazing and life-changing event in a woman’s life; however, it comes with some challenges that are quite different from what the woman has previously...
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When it comes to vision correction, many people experience challenges as they age. One of the most common issues is presbyopia, a condition that makes it harder to see objects up close, such as reading a book or using a smartphone. As a result, many...
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An engagement ring is one of the most personal pieces of jewellery you’ll ever own. It’s not just a symbol of love, it’s a statement of identity, taste, and individuality. Finding the right style isn’t about following fleeting trends, it’s...
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No matter what type of business you run, a clear and comprehensive digital marketing strategy should be at the heart of it. Companies are continuing to invest more and more into getting themselves noticed online, and if you aren’t up to date with...
