The egos and arguments behind A Small World's purge of members, and the rival group getting its own back
After exclusive social network A Small World began a purge of its members, Melinda Hughes talks to some of those…
By
Luxury
Latest in
Luxury
Most expensive Mercedes
Author: Peter Matthews Since making its first car in 1886 – widely recognised as the first car ever made, in…
By
Monday Minute – 28th October 2013
This week, editor Josh Spero talks about the Spear’s Wealth Management Awards (29/10) and why the Philanthropist of the Year…
By
As winter draws in, foodie treats to try: new Laurent-Perrier rosé, AD12 at T42, Night Tales in Dalston
British Summer Time officially ends this weekend, though I think we’ll all agree that the summer feels like a distant…
By
Review: The Tudor Room at Great Fosters, Egham, plus top game tips
If you know anything about the Rookwood family, as I’m sure you all do having done thorough research, you will…
By
Guest recipe: Shane Hughes’ Partridge Pie
The rich, strong flavours of partridge enveloped in a light, fluffy pie creates a warm and comforting meal ideal for…
By
Hibiscus’ Claude Bosi on the rise and rise of chef’s tables
Hosting a supper in a private dining room is a special event. To treat your guests to a meal behind…
By
A trip to the town of temples to unearth the remains of Byblos’ decadent history
POSTCARD FROM THE CITY OF THE BOOK With regional tensions high, now is, sadly, a marvellous time to take in…
By
Mandarin Oriental has pips squeezed by Washington shutdown
Yesterday was the annual press lunch for the Mandarin Oriental Group, which celebrated its fiftieth anniversary this month by wrapping…
By
The Bishop of Bling bids adieu to his diamond-studded toilet
First the new pope shunned his luxurious apartments in the Vatican for more austere spaces, and now he has suspended…
By
Monday Minute – 21st October 2013
This week, editor Josh Spero discusses how the mistresses of Chinese HNWs are taking their boyfriends to the cleaners, along…
By
Review: Madame Butterfly, ENO
This visually stunning incarnation of Anthony Minghella’s production, touchingly revived by Sarah Tipple, makes this opera a must-see even, dare…
By
Colombia's millionaire population hits a high
Colombia has bounced back from the financial crisis better than the rest of the world as its number of millionaires…
By
Guest Recipe: Breanna Richard’s Hazelnut, Raspberry and White Chocolate Brownie
You will need 1 large lined cake tin Preheated oven at 160°C Ingredients 650g 70% chocolate 450g butter 750g sugar…
By
Will Lander guest-edits Food Friday
I USUALLY GET into the restaurant around 8-8.30am. Hopefully the first sight I see will be our amazing head chef…
By
Food Friday: Andrew Wong makes chili vegetarian dish: Sichuanese Aubergines
Andrew Wong of A. Wong Restaurant in London creates the most famous dish on his menu; the delectable citron Sichuanese…
By
Why fine-art collecting is not dissimilar to compulsive hoardin
I REMEMBER ONE of the first times I saw my mother cry. It was over a set of 200-year-old Chinese…
By
Frieze Week carries the danger of isolating London in solitary wealth
‘It’s anthropology,’ said my New York friend over for Frieze Week in London. ‘What do you mean?’ I responded. ‘We’re…
By
Your guide to the best hotels and resorts in Mauritius
It’s time for a break, isn’t it? Summer has long been forgotten and winter has crept in so quickly, so…
By
How high-class Chinese mistresses are taking stock of the luxury market (and their lovers)
MORE THAN 1,500 years ago, China’s political hierarchy had already identified the role that concubines could play. The Jin dynasty…
By