Food promotions now make up 22.5 per cent of grocery sales – and it’s up a fifth from last year July 25, 2023 Promotions on food and other items now account for 22.5 per cent of grocery sales, as Brits continue to seek out bargains amid the cost of living crisis. The figure has risen from 20 per cent last year in the same period last year and is the highest over the past 12 months excluding Christmas and [...]
Qatar’s top Arabic wellness retreat offers loads that Western retreats don’t July 24, 2023 Could Middle Eastern wisdom be the answer to modern ill health? Lisa Kjellsson checks into Qatar’s royally appointed new wellness retreat to find out It’s not every day you come face to face with royalty, but at Qatar’s new uber-luxurious spa retreat, I’m shocked to see the queen sweep past with her small entourage, instantly [...]
The Seychelles holiday you need to book now July 24, 2023 The Seychelles is thriving. Adam Hay-Nicholls checks into a recent opening to find creative inspiration Seychellen luxury hotel Mango House will cause you to abandon your beach book and erect an easel. The charming staff have arranged for me not only a cold SeyBrew and towels, but a tray of acrylic paints. With the encouragement [...]
XOR is the most luxurious phone in the world – and also the most secure July 24, 2023 | Sponsored The most important item you own is probably your mobile phone. But what if that phoneenhanced your life rather than taking over it? Cutting-edge handset manufacturer XOR – pronounced “ex-or” – takes the craftsmanshipusually reserved for mechanical watches or luxury cars and combines it with the kind ofcutting-edge security technology that will give its users [...]
Christopher Nolan has hit gold again with Oppenheimer July 23, 2023 For the first time in years, blockbuster season hasn’t been dominated by superheroes. Instead, the summer belongs to two very different movies, one of which marks the return of Christopher Nolan. Oppenheimer finds itself going up against Greta Gerwig’s Barbie, which has the same release date. The contrast has inspired an unofficial double bill fans [...]
This new Hitchcock documentary is a must-see for film buffs July 22, 2023 Hours and hours of footage are dedicated to examining the work of the late Alfred Hitchcock, but what would the director himself have to say if he were here to reflect on his legacy? That’s the premise at the centre of Mark Cousins’ new film, continuing the historical analysis he began with the epic documentary [...]
5 amazing things to do in London this weekend July 21, 2023 Whatever your vibe, here are some amazing things to do in London this weekend, whether you’ll be cheering on England in the World Cup or dancing at a music festival. IT’S THE WOMEN’S WORLD CUP! The Women’s World Cup kicks off today, but England aren’t playing until 10.30am on Saturday morning. It’s a bit early [...]
Adem is the new London hair salon you have to try July 21, 2023 A new in Belgravia hair salon inspired by nature and Turkish oils is top draw, finds Adam Bloodworth Posh hair salons are to be Belgravia what posh restaurants are to Mayfair. So how do you stand out in a crowded market? Forget the pomp and ceremony and just do a darn good haircut – or [...]
How to make the ultimate summer sangria July 20, 2023 My name is Pedro Paulo and I’m the head bartender at the Ham Yard hotel in Soho. This is my twist on a sparkling wine sangria. I have been making this recipe since I was a teenager and it never fails to impress. You can also prepare the drink ahead of time which makes hosting [...]
I tried Russell Brand’s alcohol free festival – it changed my outlook for good July 20, 2023 “One more time? How about ten more times? Let’s all get high!” declares a sober Russell Brand on the main stage at his Community Festival, conducting a breathing exercise to a crowd of thousands which is so mind-bending that people frequently collapse. Medics are on hand as Brand stands centre stage. Alongside him is the [...]