The Best Bar in NYC Cocktail Recipes
Dante, voted the best bar in the world in the prestigious ‘The World’s 50 Best Bars’ Awards (as well as the best bar in New York City) is famous for its Negroni. Can’t make it to Greenwich Village? This is the recipe, along with its variant, the Bianco Negroni, shared by the team at Dante NYC.
London’s Best Outdoor Pubs
If you are looking for free and easy outdoor pub tables in London, two of the best are in Hammersmith, near the famous bridge and guaranteed beautiful sunsets, no matter if it’s Autumn (blankets available) or Summer. The Dove and the Blue Anchor are part of British literary and television history, with patrons including Sylvia Plath and Dylan Thomas – and the two stars of Minder. You can picnic here in the local gardens then watch the sun set, or book for a Sunday Roast with water views.
Make a Dream, Astrology and Tarot Journal
A hand-made journal using the ancient wisdom of Tarot, astrology and dream interpretation together, is a powerful tool for change. If you want to make progress in your life, fix issues or pursue dreams – create a bespoke notebook set. Choose wrapping paper you love, or create your own covers, and find some ribbon. Peer into the future or go over the past. Use the work of experts like Jane Teresa Anderson to help you. Using the turn of the seasons (Autumn/Winter and Spring/Summer) you can shape your future using three ancient sources of wisdom, online.
Picnics at Cottesloe Beach
Just a short distance from Perth is one of Australia’s most luxurious picnic suppliers – and a stunning white-sand beach, and stretches of soft green grass – for your blanket and hamper. Cottesloe Beach picnics are a wonderful escape, thanks to The Boatshed store, nearby.
The Psychology of Vintage
Lily Gutierrez on secondhand wedding dresses and the psychology behind ‘good shoes and hair.’ Why does vintage make a difference?
A London Astrology Walk
Walk from Cheapside up Fleet Street to the Strand and you will encounter all the signs and symbols of astrology and a few surprises too. Who would have thought Sir Winston Churchill would be hidden within a horoscope clock? Or that the zodiac sign of Sagittarius would appear twice, pointing to a church which references the symbol? This London Astrology Walk is packed with puzzles.
Rooftop Astronomy in London
Watch Saturn and Mars in the sky from the rooftop of this Commercial Road building, with a break from stargazing for dinner in the first floor dining room of The Culpeper Kitchen.
Wellington’s Paranormal Bars
Fans of Jemaine Clement’s Wellington Paranormal will know that the cult rockumentary comedy horror series (TNZ2), has put Cuba Street in Wellington on the map, as it appears in the first episode – possibly as the entrance to Hell. The Hotel Bristol Heavenly places to drink and dine (for fans) in Wellington include […]
I, Claudius and Rome at Home
If a trip to Rome seems like a distant dream, you may want to spend the week in the company of I, Claudius to get your fix of the ‘Eternal City’ instead.
The Other Paris Collections – Berets
Why are all the straw-woven chairs outside Paris cafes turned outwards, like theatre seats? Because the street is like a theatre, and every day is a fashion blogger’s fantasy – no internet required. Your first day in Paris is the perfect time to see the show, which usually makes Jean-Paul Gaultier look tame. Better still, […]
Matakana: A Foodies’ Paradise
Matakana’s famous farmer’s market is located in a quaint village on Auckland’s rural outskirts, which turns out to be a foodies’ paradise.
Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras
If you are travelling to Sydney in late February, pack your highest heels or your shiniest boots, your shortest skirt or you most colourful overalls, your most uplifty bra or most studded leather vest and throw yourself into this most joyous and optimist event that celebrates and reinforces the diversity of Sydney we love.