This year of 2012 is highly anticipated, whether with fear or jubilation, as it marks the end of the noted Mayan calendar. Will the world end on the 21st of December or does it, as many believe, rather mark the transition to a new era, the red era of love and increased intuition? Looking at [...]

My latest find is a sliver thin patisserie cum tea shop on Regents Park Road in London’s Primrose Hill. The sleek modern interior is in stark contrast to the other cafes lining this charming high street, and indeed the level of culinary skill here is way above that of its neighbours. Run by gourmet chef [...]

Fans of Miss Germanotta will be sure to catch the S subway train running between Grand Central and Times Square in New York and wrapped inside and out in in posters of the star.

Merci is a concept store opened two years ago by Marie France and Bernard Cohen, the couple behind ultra chic children’s label Bonpoint. As one might guess from the name, the underlying idea is a philanthropic one – profits go to children’s charities. Located in Avenue Beaumarchais, just up from Bastille and bordering the arty [...]

Magical Venice is a place you will want to return to again and again – its appeal is timeless. Apart from the architectural beauty, stunning palazzos and basilicas and the many masterpieces by Tintoretto and Titian, Venice now offers afecionados of modern culture something too: the Dogana and Palazzo Grassi showcase part of François Pinault’s [...]

Those in the know say Tangier is the new Marrakesh – less touristy and commercial, definitely more scruffy around the edges… I’m not totally convinced, but what I am sure about is that when in Tangier, Nord Pinus is THE place to stay!  Located at the highest point of the Kasbah, with stunning views across [...]

Yesterday was St Patrick’s Day and few celebrate this Irish holiday better than the New Yorkers. Here is a selection of photos taken near Fifth Avenue (the home to St Patrick’s Cathedral) – lots of silly hats and green, young and old, drunk and sober. And on St Patrick’s Day there’s a little bit of [...]

With London fashion week coming to an end, the capital is still buzzing with excitement.  Indeed there is plenty to be excited about (for fashionistas, foodies and party lovers at least!) and a lot of it has been directly imported from across the pond. Socialite and a firm Upper East Side favourite, designer Tory Burch [...]

The Mandarin Oriental in London has scored a few culinary coups recently – first there was the hyped opening of Bar Boulud, the first European venture by New York darling Daniel Boulud (who originally hails from France); then a couple of weeks back it was the turn of famous food alchemist Heston Blumenthal.  And if [...]

I just got off the plane from a week at the Swiss ski resort Zermatt. The snow has been scarce all over the Alps recently but thanks to their high altitude, the slopes of Zermatt were still in great condition.  The strength of the Swiss Franc has meant fewer visitors so less crowded pistes (yeah!) [...]

My sister, Madeleine Revelius Warghusen, took these gorgeous photos recently in a wintry Stockholm. For those of us not so lucky to be looking forward to a white Christmas – here is a little bit of yuletide spirit!

After shopping ’til you drop in Soho, or to get some energy before you start, be sure to stop by Caffeteria Soho for a cup of the best coffee in NYC. Caffeteria Soho is located on Sullivan Street, between Houston and Prince. It is run by Brian and Aaron (pictured) who met while working for [...]

New York is always great but truly spectacular at this festive time of year. Why not get your own slice of the Big Apple? Here Terence Wat shares his top picks for a hip and happening weekend break in the city that never sleeps: DBGB Kitchen & Bar 299 Bowery between Houston and 1st Street [...]

We’ve just had Halloween and now it’s time for Bonfire Night (at least for those of us with a British connection of some kind). On the night of November 5th, should you happen to find yourself on the Sceptred Isle, you will witness hordes of young and old alike leaving their cozy homes to brave [...]

A myriad of ice-cream shops of the old-fashioned, genuine kind (think 50s retro styling and genuine Italian gelato) has cropped up all over the British capital. This is not the luxury ice-cream revolution led by Häagen Dazs et al. with equally silly names, but something more home spun and smaller on every scale. Scoop opened [...]

Friday 19.00: Check in at Home Hotel, in Palermo Hollywood, Honduras 5608, tel. 4778-1008, a funky rock n’ roll place situated close to the action.  Alternatively, for more glamour and seclusion, stay at the grand old Alvear Palace. Located in chic La Recoleta, Alvear 1891, tel.4808-2100, this hotel provides you with a personal butler who [...]

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Is your next City trip London, Paris or New York and are you going with the kiddies? Then get City Walks with kids. These junior guides by Chronicle Books holds about 50 cards: each one on an essential place in the capital, but for once, explained to children with stories and anecdotes. (Photo: Chronicle Books)