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Rising high above the ocean, Hotel Albatroz——an icon of the Portuguese coastal town of Cascais——has recently undergone a complete renovation, interior design practice, Viterbo Interior Design (led by Gracinha Viterbo), unveiling a timeless...
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Known as one of Portugal's most significant wood products companies since its conception in 1964, Banema opens its first concept store in Lisbon, choosing the Campo de Ourique neighbourhood in the city's historic centre as home for its almost 300...
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Our flat whites arrive as we’re busy circling numbers and underlining names in biro on a pocket-sized map that spans all from a candle shop whose doors opened in 1789 and Luvaria Ulisses, a glove store with space for just one customer at a time to...
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You're walking along Dom Pedro V—a street between Lisbon's Bairro Alto and Príncipe Real neighbourhoods, lined with some of the city's more modish bars and eateries—when a crowd of people holding a tall glass of pisco sour come into...
Eating Out
Celebrating the finest of Portugal from sea to land, dishes at Lisbon's Prado are fresh, seasonal and pleasing to the senses—chef António Galapito having returned from London (where he worked with the lauded Nuno Mendes at restaurants including...
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Occupying an enchanting 18th century building, accommodation project Santa Clara 1728 features six staggering suites across one imposing 'home' in the heart of Lisbon’s historic and cultural centre. Santa Clara is from the same team...
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Standing in the shoes of historical figures — where the Governor of Lisbon's Tower of Belém once called home — is the Palácio do Governador, a palatial hotel that has undergone a complete restoration; uncovering roman ruins from the 1st to 5th...
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Lisbon is a jaw-dropper of a city. It's one of the world's oldest, Western Europe's by some distance, and you can feel it in the air; its streets are so trodden they shine, its buildings so old they creak under the weight of history. It is majestic,...
Eating Out
There was a time when an invasion of Danes would have signalled pillaging and plundering and all sorts of other nastiness, but these days the Nordic folk are all just very nice people who want nothing more than to share a bit of coffee know-how with...
Culture
Those in need of a stylish location in Lisbon could do a lot worse than consider this pin-sharp property on the Avenida Duque de Loulé in the centre of the Portuguese capital. Launch parties; photo shoots; business meetings; private dinners and...
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The aristocracy was still very much in the ascendency when, in 1764, the Marquess of Pombal commissioned his architect Reinaldo Manuel to build a public park in central Lisbon. A century later and the nearby Avenida da Liberdade was constructed, 90...
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Located in Lisbon's historical centre of Alfama, the hotel Memmo Alfama may be the perfect place from which to take in the sights of the city's old town, such as the cathedral and the São Jorge Castle, and it's certainly the perfect place to enjoy...
City Notes
Toronto pizzeria, North of Brooklyn, open their 7th property, the small chain setting up home at 1728 Avenue Road, Toronto, with a beautiful new restaurant built by Carbon Build, and brought to life by Montreal-based architecture and design studio...
The Edit
Marcel Duchamp dressed as the Joker in Tim Burton’s Batman; a Garfield telephone and a Bart Simpson water bottle as part of an ode to a Claes Oldenburg classic. Sylvester the Cat and Dolly Parton; Eminem covering himself in mustard. Whether...
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Located within an architecturally rich 1947 building, Hotel San Fernando is a reimagined hotel from hospitality group Bunkhouse. Set across five floors, the boutique property is home to 19 guest rooms, a lobby bar and lounge, as well as a rooftop...
Journal
Festivals are awash with acts and performances that define ‘moments’ in time. Moments in their careers, moments that define a sound or a scene. Ageing headliners who triumph for one last time; young upstarts who reach a juncture in their career....
Dispatches
Online gambling has witnessed a significant surge in popularity over the past two decades. What was once a niche industry has now become a multi-billion-pound sector, providing entertainment and opportunities for both players and investors....
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Dining in the Caribbean is an underrated experience. All too often, the focus is on the region’s stunning beaches and crystal-clear waters, and its vibrant culinary scene gets left behind. However, every island in the Caribbean boasts its own rich...
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In today's fast-paced world, snacking has evolved from being an occasional indulgence to a regular part of our daily lives. Whether it's a mid-morning pick-me-up, an afternoon energy boost, or a late-night craving, snacking serves as a comforting...
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Just because you’ve hit your 60s doesn’t mean that your sex life has to go out the window. In fact, many people your age are just starting to explore their sexuality more and the best senior swingers dating sites are where it’s at. Gone are...