Google Nest Audio review: Google’s smart speaker gets a much needed audio boost October 13, 2020 The Google Nest Audio replaces Google’s existing mid-sized smart speaker, 2016’s Google Home. Whereas the previous device prioritised looks over performance, resembling an futuristic reed diffuser that could be placed anywhere around the home without appearing too conspicuous, the Google Nest Audio is unashamedly a speaker with an uncompromising focus on sound quality. That’s not [...]
adidas open new flagship Originals store in Soho October 9, 2020 Adidas today open the doors to a new flagship store on Carnaby Street in what bosses at the iconic brand describe as a commitment to the capital. The store houses the most exclusive adidas Originals products as well as featuring a host of artworks from many of London’s most talked about young artists. City A.M. [...]
DEBATE: Should the social distancing restrictions on weddings be dropped? October 9, 2020 Should the social distancing restrictions on weddings be dropped? Mark Henriques, managing director of Cripps & Co and petitioner seeking an injunction against the government measures, says YES. In March, lockdown shattered the plans of the thousands of people set to marry this year. I have watched with dismay as a temporary upset, caused by [...]
Beavertown spruces up London’s pubs with new murals October 8, 2020 North London brewery Beavertown have given four pubs a mural makeover to encourage Londoners back out to their local. Beavertown’s creative director Nick Dwyer, responsible for the brand’s iconic artwork, has reimagined the pub’s signs for the modern day. Read more: London’s taprooms fizz back into action after their four month hiatus The artwork is [...]
The arts are not an optional extra, they are the life and soul of our nation October 8, 2020 If at first you don’t succeed, retrain and move into a more viable vocation. That was the advice of the chancellor this week with regards to the impossible position faced by artists, musicians and actors who have seen their livelihoods decimated since the start of the Covid crisis. ITV may have later clarified that Rishi Sunak’s [...]
London Cocktail Week: The events and takeovers keep coming October 7, 2020 London Cocktail Week has burst into life and the fun won’t stop as the festival continues for the rest of October. City A.M. takes a look at the best events, takeovers and bars that you shouldn’t miss. Access to all the events requires a London Cocktail Week wristband, priced at £15 – a bargain at [...]
Land of plenty: the mesmerising appeal of Spain October 7, 2020 | Sponsored There are few countries that rival the culture, heritage and lively vivaciousness of Spain. A destination where the holy trinity of food, friends and family form the foundations for happy living, no one is more dedicated to the joy and thrill of having a good time than the Spanish. That zest for life has a [...]
Sicilian Kiss: Escaping to the pearl of the Ionian Sea October 6, 2020 The weekend The criteria for a weekend away have changed in recent months. On top of the usual considerations — weather, journey time, food, culture — travellers must now think about a host of Covid factors. How successfully is a country suppressing infections? Are there any entry requirements that might catch out visitors at the [...]
The Friday Interview: Dalston’s 40FT brewery thrives over lockdown summer October 2, 2020 City A.M. Deputy Editor Andy Silvester speaks to Steve Ryan – one of four beer-lovers who founded 40FT Brewery in Dalston and have guided the east London favourite through a tough summer Surrounded by shipping containers in Dalston, Steve Ryan tells me that he had an early warning of Britain’s coming lockdown back in March. [...]
Single malt enthusiasts gather for virtual London Whisky Show October 2, 2020 2020 has seen many changes in our lives, and it’s a similar story at this year’s annual London Whisky Show. The biggest show in the UK will be moving online, with ‘attendees’ given access to an online platform that will allow them to visit exhibitor stands to speak directly to brands as well as a [...]