Should you avoid investing in classic cars?
After a decade of stellar price rises, the classic car market has peaked according to an authoritative report covering the…
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Review: Berenice Sydney — Dancing with Colour, Saatchi Gallery
The wondrous works of the late Berenice Sydney, on exhibition at the Saatchi, is a colourful tribute to life, vitality…
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Meet Ati Sedgwick, the rising star of ‘alternative’ art
From Germany to the US via Paris and Salzburg, and from Rousseau to Street art, abstract expressionist Ati Sedgwick has…
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Review: Bulgari Hotel, Shanghai
The new hotel from the Italian jewellery brand is a tranquil oasis set in Shanghai’s frantic heart, says Chris Allsop…
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Review: Hartwell House, Bucks
Hartwell House has had tough times but is in prime form now, writes Emelia Hamilton-Russell Every historic country house has…
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WEEKEND IN… Venice
The appeal of the floating city endures –especially if you stay in the right hotel, writes Alec Marsh As John…
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Glyndebourne’s new rival is born
The transformation of Nevill Holt Opera in Leicestershire brings a touch of Glyndebourne to the Midlands and is an unique…
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Review: Roux at Parliament Square
Christopher Jackson heads to Roux and finds that head chef Steve Groves is coming into his powers Roux draws you…
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Douglas Blyde goes to China for the wine
Wine production is burgeoning in an ancient, mountainous region of China, where an Austrian winemaker has found his niche, writes…
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Disappointing modern art sale at Sotheby’s could belie a shifting market
It was a slow start to the summer for Sotheby’s as the Impressionist and Modern evening sale failed to reach…
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How Porsche is winning the ‘space’ race
After nine years of trying, the Porsche Panamera has finally elevated estate cars to a new level, writes Gareth Herincx…
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On the growing trend of garden patronage
A Kim Wilkie masterpiece in Hampshire reflects the modern inclination for garden collaborations between patron and designer, writes Christopher Jackson…
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The new Six Senses Duxton gives Singapore a ‘retro’ refresh
As someone who has visited Singapore at various stages in its development, Andrew Harris is impressed by the speed at…
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‘All is harmony, all is beauty’ — an interview with National Gallery director Gabriele Finaldi
A tour of the National Gallery with its impressive director, Gabriele Finaldi, reveals much about the passion and generosity that…
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Review: Lonely Planet, Trafalgar Studios
In its first London revival, Steven Dietz’s play is still moving, funny and heartfelt 25 years after its release, writes…
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Inside the Forte family summer party to launch Beck at Brown’s
Rocco Forte throws a party to remember, celebrating the launch of Beck at Brown’s, the hotel brand’s flagship restaurant, writes…
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What to expect from the Art & Antiques Fair Olympia
One of the biggest art and antiques events starts next week – Sophie Killip speaks to the Fair’s Director, Mary…
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Liquid lunch: Henry Blofeld gets back in the commentary box
Christopher Jackson interrupts the beloved cricket commentator’s busy retirement The voice over the phone is familiar. ‘You mustn’t think that…
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How Tokyo’s tower hotels are scaling the heights
Amid the culture, traditions and luxury touches of the city’s hospitality scene, the view trumps everything, writes Mark O’Flaherty There’s…
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Review: 100 Wardour St, Soho
Very stylish interiors, spirited cocktails, surprisingly good food and groovy music make 100 Wardour St a discreet hit, writes Sarah…
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