…k wonders with this; try full-bodied from Tuscany or lighter from Northern Italy. Recipe: Ben Tish will be appearing at Taste of Christmas – a feast of festive flavours from around the world. The event takes place at Tobacco Docks, London from 21st – 24th November 2013 and tickets cost from £22. For details call 0871 230 7132 or visit www.tasteofchristmas.com’ Halloween is just around the corner, so be prepared for little trick or treaters with ou…
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…n add the orange segments, extra virgin olive oil and a dash of vinegar. Season well and mix together. Spoon the broccoli and potato salad onto individual serving plates and top with pan-fried gurnard. Serve straight away. Hunt down a good Soave from Veneto in Northern Italy. Recipe: Ben Tish will be appearing at Taste of Christmas – a feast of festive flavours from around the world. The event takes place at Tobacco Docks, London from 21st – 24th…
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…coffees from independent roasters as well as luxury foods from Britain and Italy, seasonal dishes are key to the deli’s menu. Quality is key to the brand and with daily specials such as; roasted red pepper and tomato soup as well as cumin roasted beetroot with orange segments and goat’s cheese and hazelnut salad, the menu at The Mount Street Deli never gets boring. So we were thrilled to learn of their romantic hamper. This Valentine’s Day, treat…
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…inspired pit stop for a refreshment or two. “We are delighted to work with Italy’s finest fashion house to bring the Prada universe to life,” said Helen David, Harrods’ Fashion Director of Womenswear, Accessories, Fine Jewellery & Childrenswear, “PRADASPHERE will offer our customers a singular experience and the opportunity to shop an exclusive Prada collection found nowhere else.” May 2014 cannot come quick enough. PRADASPHERE at Harrods will be…
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…he list goes on and on. I’m a big fan of Palladio and his work in Northern Italy, which is gobsmackingly good, but just give me any good building that speaks of its time, talks to its place and carries the passion and the energy of the people that build it. Grand Designs Live will take place 3 – 11 May 2014, at London’s Excel. For more information and tickets visit www.granddesignslive.com. StyleNest have teamed up with Grand Designs Live to offer…
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…read our full review here. www.thegrove.co.uk San Lorenzo Mountain Lodge, Italy This charming retreat nestled in the idyllic Italian Alps fuses together authentic design with unadulterated luxury and an ecological sensibility. Golfers can indulge in their own private 18 hole course – the only course of its kind in the Alps. www.sanlorenzomountainlodge.com Turnberry Resort, Scotland Head north of the boarder and to golf’s first home, Scotland, whe…
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…d trousers. Was £49.50, now £20 Hobbs London Freya Sandal Hobbs Crafted in Italy in rich oxblood and pink leather, these Hobbs heels are one of our top summer steals. Pair with oversized dresses or streamlined denim, for effortless day to night dressing. Was £149, now £99 Orange Floral Fit and Flare Dress bhs.co.uk This pretty printed dress is now 50% off. Wear to a summer wedding with patent courts and a black leather clutch. But be quick as BH…
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…dy and hand creams, 100% organic soaps and body washes. All made in Milan, Italy, using locally sourced ingredients, both the stylish packaging and the hand-made product inside are as equally tempting. Not to mention the Rosso Di Chianti range, a rejuvenating anti-oxidant mixture of myrtle and Chianti red grapes. Guilt-free red wine flavours for the skin? Count us in. There are traditional and contemporary tones to this chic brand, with Les Indien…
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…ionaire and escape to Monaco. Wedged between the Mediterranean, France and Italy, the bijou 1.7 square mile principality is home to more millionaires per square metre than anywhere else on earth which means they are quite neatly and densely packed in! Exuding glamour, Monaco has earned a reputation as a piece of paradise due to its tax free regime, glam Formula One Grand prix and glorious sunshine. Highlights of the city include the ‘Grace Kelly’…
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…ur business, where we went back to my Italian heritage,” explains Leo. “In Italy every family has a set of monogrammed linen in their home. Our vision is bringing and mixing this tradition with a fresh approach and offering this service in welcoming new additions to families.” It was after Aine’s first daughter was born that the idea for the company began with both women feeling that the children’s market was missing high quality nursery furniture…
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…entino The 18th Century references didn’t stop at Dior. Over at Valentino, Italy and most specifically, the 18th Century Grand Tour was the inspiration for Valentino’s romantic poetic/graceful SS15 collection. From artisanal patchwork dresses to sheer silk dresses floating around the body, gowns embroidered in seascapes, scarf print silk jumpsuits and gold trinkets and flat knee-high gladiator sandals, it was a collection which highlighted the des…
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Pig’s cheeks are a delicacy in Spain and Italy, revered for their incredibly tasty flesh and unctuous, sticky texture. You have to cook them for a couple of hours to get the meat really soft but they’re completely worth the wait. Your butcher will be happy to supply you with these as they’re relatively underused in the UK and often go to waste. We like to serve pigs’ cheeks year-round, not just in the colder months. Although the cheeks are richly…
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…have used for years. As with all Il Bussetto pieces, it is handcrafted in Italy from cuoio leather in a range of colours, looks stunning, and keeps all your necessaries on one place. Soon enough, of course, it will blend into your daily routine with your keys, phone and all else. Every now and then, though, you’ll pause and appreciate it, and to me that’s the whole point. Il Busseto Bi-fold wallet with bill clip is priced at £66.50 and can be bou…
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…Spritz, which tasted just like the ones we enjoyed during our holidays in Italy. The lobby continued to slowly fill up with guests and was a great spot for people watching. I decided to enjoy one more cocktail – a Kir Royale, whilst my friend moved on to a fresh peppermint tea. The Kir Royale was again beautifully balanced, light and refreshing, a soft pink colour and not overwhelmed by the cassis syrup. We soon moved outside onto the terrace whe…
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…e in your own head-space. You can ride at your own pace, stopping when you see something that interests you. You can also carry more items than you would expect on a bike if you bolt on panniers or tow a trailer. For the ultimate holiday this year, a cycling tour of Italy could be just what you are looking for. It gives you the best food and the best exercise opportunities! It’s a great way to socialize or have time on your own. Most importantly,…
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