Yet more steak venues, and Ramsay comes to the City August 29, 2011 WOLFGANG PUCK’S CUT What: Austrian-American super-chef, restaurateur and friend of Hollywood Wolfgang Puck has a large number of acclaimed restaurants in the US and the Far East, and is opening his first European venue at the hugely anticipated new hotel, 45 Park Lane. Across the road from the Dorchester and operated by the same company, [...]
Keep the relationship rolls at bay August 29, 2011 FIT IN THE CITY SO last week, I was mildly amused to read that there is now scientific evidence, care of Ohio State University, that marriage and divorce can both trigger weight gain in men and women. Relationships, it seems, can have a negative effect on the scales. So here are my top tips for [...]
EPISODE 25 : The best mate with youth on his side August 29, 2011 IT’S ridiculous Dave,” says my best friend Nick, thumping our fourth pint onto the table. “Taxpayers across the globe bail you guys out and then you just run the markets down again.” “Don’t be naive,” I snap. “Naive?” roars Nick, incredulously. I’m feeling woozy. “We didn’t used to have this kind of conversation,” I mumble. [...]
Get smart for Autumn August 25, 2011 IT hasn’t been much of a summer, but with the cold and rain this week it definitely seems to be time to start thinking about that autumn wardrobe. This year’s autumn/winter trends are subtly inspired by the masculine side of 1970s fashion (as opposed to the pimped-up, checks ‘n’ flares side). “The trick is to [...]
FASHION NEWS August 25, 2011 DIOR’S STYLISH SMARTPHONE Dior calls itself “a pioneer in Haute Couture mobile phones” – which may not be as ludicrous as it sounds, as this is neither the first Dior has produced, nor the only brand to do so (for instance, Jill Sander is launching a smart phone). So, what does your €3,300 buy you? [...]
A love story that’s lost in translation August 25, 2011 Film ONE DAY Cert: 12A I’LL be honest. Despite its candy-like accessibility, I cried when reading One Day, particularly the bit near the end that you fear all along but that your conscious brain never allows itself to imagine. And I’m not alone. You’ve probably seen people, from hoodies to bankers, snivelling on the Tube, [...]
ALSO OUT THIS WEEK FILMS, MUSIC, GAMES August 25, 2011 FILM AS BLOOD RUNS DEEP Intriguing crime drama starring Nick Stahl as a cop investigating a murder. FINAL DESTINATION 5 The sci-fi series enters the 3D sphere in this special effects fest. HIT FIRST, HIT HARDEST Gritty, if hardly original, prison caper from Denmark. DVD LITTLE WHITE Lies French drama starring Marion Cottilard and Francois [...]
Getting the most from your home August 25, 2011 WHETHER you’re keen to sell your home, attract lucrative renters or simply want to make your rooms look good before the winter sets in, sprucing up your home with a little DIY is a good idea. Don’t panic if you don’t have stacks of cash available or begrudge the idea of spending money on a [...]
CANTERBURY, KENT August 25, 2011 STOURMOUTH Price: £1.1m On 2.2 acres of land, this country home has recently been restored. A long gravel driveway leads you up to this seven bedroomed house. This huge property has a farmhouse kitchen, cellar and wine vault. Contact: Strutt & Parker on Canterbury 01227 451 123 or go to www.struttandparker.com OLD RECTORY Price: £795,000 [...]
PROPERTY NEWS August 25, 2011 NEW HOMES COMING TO CLAPHAM A new residential development on St. John’s Hill, Clapham, opens its showrooms on 3 September. Developed by Loncor Homes, the Lismore comprises 14 two and three bedroom apartments and a high-specification three-bedroom townhouse. Contact: Hamptons International on 020 7758 8488 or go to www.hamptons.co.uk RENT TO RISE AGAIN BY CHRISTMAS [...]