Journal
In the height of Finland's winter months, darkness is something all too familiar to its residents; little surprise then that its artists exercise the right to explore the art world's darker side - something that Kim Simonsson does relishes with open...
City Notes
Fancy setting up your own little meth lab during the summer holidays? Then step right this way ladies and gentlemen, to Triangle in Hackney, who do a very nice line in conical flasks and reagent bottles. We're only joking you naughty bears, that...
The Edit
Never mind the mezcal, there's more than a bit of mescaline about the psychedelically tinged work of San Francisco painter Sylvia Ji, which in her latest collection Interwoven continues previous meditations on the Mexican culture's compelling...
City Notes
It wasn't long ago that we were showing you around MuCEM, Marseille's harbour-front leviathan of a museum, and at 40,000 sqm the place is so big that it's only natural visitors are going to need somewhere to refuel as they take their extended walks...
Journal
You just knew that summer would have a bit of a twist at the Andy Warhol Museum, but beach ball ball gags? Not exactly family friendly summer fun, but a wonderfully subversive collection of images in which traditional holiday themes have been given...
The Edit
It seems like every week a new civil uprising hits the headlines, another massacre is condemned, another despot is being overthrown. Readers might mutter “it was ever thus” with some justification; The People versus The State is an ongoing...
Journal
Pop-up this and pop-up that, so many pop-ups so little time! On this occasion though, we’d recommend you make time for a Kitchen Party party. On the scene a little too late, we missed half of the culinary program of June, but so, so glad we...
City Notes
After all the fun and fiery frolics at Grillstock in Manchester last month, and with the aftermath of that chilli eating competition still making its presence felt, we were delighted to hear that the roving Grillstock team, until now moving from...
The Edit
In the digital age, communication and exchange between cultures has never been easier, or perhaps more strained; the technology is there, but is the understanding? At Hauser & Wirth's London gallery, a number of multi-disciplinary artists take...
City Notes
Ladies and Gentlemen, start your engines! There's going to be a race for tables at Venice Eating House in the Waterloo district of Sydney when word gets out about the workshop looks and vintage machinery at the latest venture by Glen Davis,...
City Notes
Who needs Bondi Beach when you have Blackpool? OK, so we might be enjoying a bit of summer sun in the UK at the moment, but for the other 50 weeks of the year, it's nice to have a dream to cling to, and here's a slice of the good life to help you...
The Edit
How about this for an artistic skillset: neon sign maker, silversmith, welder? Some people are just born lucky. San Francisco multi-disciplinary creative Meryl Pataky has kept things elemental for her collection Cellar Door, drawing inspiration...
City Notes
A striking new addition to Prague’s culturally minded hospitality scene, Sir Prague opens its doors inside a meticulously restored neo-Renaissance building dating back to 1884. The latest venture from Sir Hotels, this sophisticated stay blends...
City Notes
Located in Copenhagen’s tranquil Østerbro district, Amator is an attractive new spot that blends the warmth of home dining with the refinement of a contemporary café and restaurant. The brainchild of chef Mateusz Sarnowski, better known as Mati...
City Notes
Bringing a sleek blend of Japanese-inspired aesthetics and high-fidelity audio to the heart of Williamsburg, Hear & There is the latest destination for those seeking an immersive dining and drinking experience. The debut concept from...
The Edit
Marking the opening of EMOP Berlin 2025, the Helmut Newton Foundation unveils Polaroids, a striking new group exhibition celebrating the art of instant photography. A defining medium of the 1960s, Polaroid photography was revolutionary, offering...
Dispatches
When the weather's great it can be easy to forget how winter can be brutal. Nothing feels better than retreating into the warm, cozy confines of your home when the chill sets in. But to ensure those toasty vibes, there's some important groundwork...
Dispatches
Sick and tired of neutral interior spaces? Beige, bland, boring... But something exciting is happening in kitchen design. Bold colours are making a comeback, patterns are stepping into the spotlight, and homeowners are embracing personality over...
Dispatches
Cafés are everywhere, and with so much competition, blending in is a fast track to obscurity. To stand out, you need more than a Facebook page and a logo on your latte cups—you need strategies that make people talk and keep them coming back....
Dispatches
Bingo is much more than a game, it is a social activity that has been bringing people together for generations. The game dates all the way back to 16th century Italy where it evolved from a lottery style game. Now in the modern day, millions of...