A right Royal WEDDING April 20, 2011 We at City A.M. can be a cynical bunch. We confess there have been moments in the run-up to the royal wedding on 29 April that have made us roll our eyes, such as T Mobile’s yawnsome wedding spoof video and the release of the awful-looking William & Kate: The Movie. Others, though, have raised [...]
The best of… BRITISH April 20, 2011 TECH enthusiasts like to think themselves a pretty unflappable bunch, but just now we can’t help coming over all patriotic. The fact is, one of the little-celebrated things at which the Brits are world-leaders is high-end audio technology. We’re not talking the kind of thing most people have in their sitting rooms. No, this is [...]
WHAT’S NEW IN GADGETS AND TECHNOLOGY April 20, 2011 WONDER WATCHES FOR GADGET JUNKIES At last month’s BaselWorld Watch & Jewellery fair in Switzerland, the annual shindig in which the world’s watch companies get together to show off their latest creations, the watches that held particular appeal for gadget fans ranged from the disarmingly simple to the unbelievably complicated. In the simple (red) corner [...]
Voicemail a problem? Say hello to Hullo April 20, 2011 IF you work in a financial institution, your employer is obliged to record all your mobile calls, texts and instant messages. Even your personal calls, your compliance officer will argue, are covered by the FSA regulations. So why not give the nosy jobsworth something to think about as he snoops on your private life? Get [...]
A jazz sensation comes to town April 20, 2011 THE glittering opening of Boisdale in Canary Wharf last week was one of the most exciting in the Docklands in a long while. One of the main attractions of the new Boisdale is its superlative jazz offering, in conjunction with Jazz FM and Aberdeen Asset Management. Jazz FM’s Discovery Show, supported by City firm Aberdeen [...]
Open sesame: the Porsche Targa April 19, 2011 I’VE been wanting to drive a 911 Targa for a while and here’s why. For all the clever engineering and folding tin-top balletics seen on many sports coupes in recent years, there is no getting around the fact that I am not fantastically taken with convertibles. Sure, I can appreciate what a wonderful experience it [...]
CAR TALK April 19, 2011 LUXE NEW MINI BMW has introduced the most exclusive and luxurious Mini yet at the Shanghai motor show. The “Mini Inspired by Goodward” is a 1,000 limited edition Mini crafted using Rolls-Royce materials and overseen by RR designers. The Mini has an interior trimmed in walnut burr, black RR-quality nappa leather, a deep-pile lambswool carpet, [...]
Longueville Manor April 19, 2011 A beautiful 13th Century Norman Manor House, Longueville Manor comes with a Condé Nast Johansens seal of approval – and it’s easy to see why. This luxurious stay is set in enchanting grounds with sumptuous boutique rooms. The restaurant boasts three AA Rosettes and when the Jersey sun hots up, the outdoor swimming pool is [...]
The Auberge April 19, 2011 The Auberge is a true gem in the North Suffolk countryside, mid-way between Ipswich and Norwich. The 11 rooms feature traditional open beams combined with elegant and stylish furnishings, whilst the four poster room is particularly romantic. And all this charm is carried through to the ambient restaurant with its two AA Rosettes. The Fruits [...]
The Kings Head April 19, 2011 Enjoy the warmest of welcomes at this gorgeous Georgian coaching inn. The Kings Head is located in the historic village of Hursley and oozes real character and atmosphere. Each room is individually designed, boasting antique furnishings and feature fireplaces, and food lovers will enjoy the tasty seasonal menu served in the cosy pub and restaurant. [...]