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The Institute of International Visual Arts (Iniva), London, is currently hosting two concurrent exhibitions that share an interest in manipulating the documentary form to explore themes of religion, history, aspirational society and the role of film...
London
Harringay Local Store is an example of how to do the indie (dare we say hipster) thing right in this post-cereal café age. Things people actually need, made by people who care about what they are producing, and sold by people with passion. “Not...
London
In the old days, The Sun Tavern used to be a popular hangout with Bethnal Green's boxing crowd, including a certain notorious pair of villainous twins. The area, and the clientele, has changed a bit since then, but The Sun is hoping to regain a...
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If Damien Hirst invited you round for tea, what would be hanging on his living room walls? A load of his own dot paintings? Probably not. What about Peter Blake – what artwork has he got on display at his place, what's hiding in the attic, or...
London
When you find yourselves in the theatre district of London and you need an escape from the marauding gangs of coach trippers that have descended on the capital to take in a musical, Babaji is the place to go. This laid-back Turkish restaurant on...
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You see the shot, you take the shot. You whip the film frame from the Polaroid and begin the short, sweet agony of anticipation as the clouds disperse and the image reveals itself. Did you get it? That immediacy of process coupled with the material...
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Reading a description of Pikin Slee, deep in the heart of the Suriname rainforest, we're informed that the village is “without running water, electricity, roads, or the internet”. Well yes, I think one can assume if there is not yet a mains...
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As artists Andi Schmied and Sofia Valiente are both interested in community and society, but the latest projects from the two photographers show very different – albeit complimentary – viewpoints on those themes. The pair are exhibiting together...
London
The World’s End Market, on the west side of Chelsea’s infamous Kings Road, opened a mere two months ago - following the success of The Crystal Palace Market, it is no wonder the founders of The Markets Group sought a new location. Taking...
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As a photographer and picture editor for some of Iran's leading newspapers, Abbas Kowsari has been uniquely placed to see every side to what appears (from the outside at least) to be an impenetrable country. Although many of the papers he has worked...
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Who knows the ins and outs of a city's alleys and thoroughfares better than a street artist? Not even the police who occasionally chase the naughty ones around. Urban artists have a special perspective on the urban environment stemming from the way...
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There is just no stopping compulsive doodlebug Hattie Stewart from defacing everything in her path, and the artist is back with her debut solo show that proves nothing is safe from her acerbically witty pens and paints. Fashion mag covers are a...
City Notes
Hospitality brand Trailborn, debut their first coastal resort, Trailborn Surf & Sound an outstanding waterfront escape in North Carolina's Wrightsville Beach. With 151 guest rooms inspired by the region’s historic maritime heritage, various...
City Notes
Located in one of New York City's most storied neighbourhoods, Romer Hell’s Kitchen is a 295-room hotel just west of Broadway and a short walk to the waterfront. Known for informal restaurants, eclectic theatres, drag shows and jazz clubs,...
City Notes
Situated just steps from the Beltline at Lee + White — one of Atlanta's most exciting mixed-use destinations — Strangers in Paradise is a decadent cocktail den that exudes the aura of a 1980s or early '90s beachside resort with eclectic decor,...
City Notes
Home to a private two-bedroom apartment from Monocle, as well as a further seven minimalist guest rooms with shared facilities, Gasthof Oxen is a historic inn and restaurant blending five centuries of heritage with contemporary charm. A new...
Dispatches
At a time when sneakers are acceptable at the office and hoodies appear at high-end galas, you'd think the classic suit would be heading for extinction. Instead, it’s making a quiet but meaningful comeback—not as a dress code requirement, but as...
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Giving jewellery is a big deal. It shows thought, care, and style. But not everyone likes the same look. That’s where pearl jewellery comes in. Pearls work with so many different vibes. Whether your person is bold or more low-key, there’s a...
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There are many challenges you can face when you transition from a side hustle to business in the mainstream. With efficient planning and a gradual rollout, you can reduce the stress related to starting a business and increase the chance of success....
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Driving is one of the greatest joys out there. Sometimes it's peaceful and scenic where you can contemplate all of your inner thoughts, other times it's an open road where you can test your reflexes. But no matter what kind of drive you’re on, one...