The rise of environmental activism — on canvas
Despite the chorus line of rogues on the world’s stage, it’s the environment that is inspiring new political art, writes…
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From modern design to the First World War: highlights of the London Art, Antiques and Interiors Fair
Drawing from a diverse mix from classic to contemporary, the London Art, Antiques and Interiors Fair shows that antiques don’t…
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Review: Darkest Hour
The historical accuracy might be a little stretched, but the on-screen magnetism of Gary Oldman’s Churchill makes the film worth…
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Review: Gleneagles Hotel, Scotland
Gleneagles is too often pigeonholed as a golf hotel, but its new billionaire owner is determined to alter that perception,…
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Antigua’s Carlisle Bay — a calm Caribbean sanctuary for HNWs
Wendy Coumantaros visits the stylish bay, a choice destination in Antigua where hedgies and royals from around the world take…
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How a small but mighty restaurant is wowing London
Marianne Lumb is building up a big reputation at her tiny Notting Hill restaurant, writes William Sitwell I meet Marianne…
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There’s just nowhere like the Maldives — Elizabeth Hurley
When the nights close in at home, there’s nowhere quite like the Maldives for indulging in sun, sea and surreptitious…
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Hotel De La Ville, a Rocco Forte hotel, located in the historic centre of Rome is now accepting reservations for…
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Review: La Cour des Lions, Marrakech
Christopher Jackson makes the rookie mistake of going to Morocco in July but doesn’t regret it after a good dinner…
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Is 2018 the best time to be posh?
Georgia ‘Toff’ Toffolo’s surprising victory in ‘I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here’ shows that it’s okay to be…
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Review: Mortimer House Kitchen, Fitzrovia
Fitzrovia’s newest opening takes diners on a culinary trip from the Mediterranean to the Middle East and back again, writes…
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Spear’s outlook: 18 predictions for 2018
As 2017 passes to 2018, Spear’s looks to the year ahead and flags up next year’s big news. Emelia Hamilton-Russell…
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Review: Isabel, Albemarle Street, W1
Multiple colours and striking flavours define dining at Isabel, writes Hannah Solel Albemarle Street in Mayfair is known for once…
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Top of the Props
The Pilatus PC-12 is a turboprop that competes with jets performance-wise – and is much more fun to fly, writes…
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Review: Ella Canta, Park Lane
Christopher Jackson has his meal of the year at Martha Ortiz’ newly opened Ella Canta Ella Canta’s location is remarkably…
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Why boxing is taking over the fitness world
Waves of people are discovering the varied benefits of boxing training, writes Jo Foley Anthony Joshua and Nicola Adams have…
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A toast to Britain’s fizz revolution
Marco Pierre White is wrong: English sparkling wine is not just for numpties, writes Jonathan Ray The one-time enfant terrible…
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Chef Tom Aikens on the joys of Bajan cooking in Barbados
The chef says he’s mellowed since he became the youngest Brit to win two Michelin stars, but as Spear’s catches…
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The gentleman’s guide to rudeness
Bad behaviour is not just exclusive to nobility, the nouveau rich should claim their share of vulgarity too, says Sam…
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Review: The Frog, E1
Adam Handling’s first restaurant has been refurbished and expanded. It reflects the deserved success of one of the UK’s most…
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