The capital of Cambodia is underrated – but it’s as good as Bangkok March 4, 2025 It’s the last day of Khmer New Year as I disembark my vessel, step off the Mekong River and into the sweaty clutches of Phnom Penh. Cambodia’s capital is a playful cityscape of concrete and glass, reflecting the vast economic boom the country has experienced over the last decade, not to mention its strong ties [...]
Top Pancake Day recipes: How to make the perfect pancake on Shrove Tuesday March 4, 2025 Pancake day is upon us! We asked some top chefs for ideas for something a little extra this Shrove Tuesday. Here’s how to make the perfect pancake from the comfort of your own kitchen. Chocolate and banana pancake Cyril Lignac, head chef at Bar Des Pres As a chef, pancake day gives everyone, both amateur [...]
Arty Athens: Greece is a must-visit for galleries in 2025 March 4, 2025 THE WEEKEND: When it comes to combining thoughtfully preserved ancient archaeological sites with a cutting edge modern art scene, nowhere comes close to the revitalised Greek capital of Athens, Greece. The city has been overwhelmed with new openings and refurbishments in recent years. When the Goulandris Foundation was unveiled at the end of 2019, for [...]
9 of the best International Women’s Day events in London March 3, 2025 International Women’s Day on Saturday 8 March provides a moment to celebrate all women, as well as reflect and protest about the challenges they face. Events vary from conversations and debates with a political hue through to cultural activities and events. Running since 1911, the official website for IWD says the event “honors the achievements [...]
A look back to last year’s Oscars: Oppenheimer and Poor Things won big March 1, 2025 Ryan Gosling was the Oscars biggest talking point for his stellar performance of Barbie song “I’m Just Ken”
Eat, drink, sleep, repeat: The best steak in London February 28, 2025 When I joined Gaucho as CEO in 2019, I embarked on a five year programme to re-imagine the brand; making it accessible and attractive to a more diverse demographic. We already sold the best steak in London so I achieved much of this through design, an innovative international wine list, and our catering at a [...]
Five of the best Easter Breaks to book for April sunshine February 28, 2025 The Easter Break is coming up quickly, and even though the holiday is later in the calendar month than usual this year, it’s still a good idea to book an escape that has guaranteed sun. Here are five places to spend your Easter Break for something a little more relaxed than endless rain and drizzle. [...]
The Monkey film review: thoughtful frights rather than mindless shocks February 28, 2025 A big hit in the states, the maker of last year’s Nicolas Cage hit Longlegs returns with Stephen King adaptation The Monkey. The story centres on Hal and Bill, brothers who discover a toy monkey in their estranged father’s possessions. Whenever the object comes to life, someone close to them dies in a horrific accident, [...]
Martin Williams to take over as D&D London boss, now rebranded Evolv February 27, 2025 Former Gaucho boss Martin Williams is to take over as chief exec of D&D London, one of the biggest high-end restaurant groups in the UK. The move will see him take charge of brands including Coq d’Argent, Bluebird, German Gymnasium, Quaglino’s and Angler, which holds a Michelin star. Williams said: “I am delighted to be [...]
Zero Day film review: Robert De Niro takes on Netflix February 27, 2025 Robert De Niro’s first lead role in a TV series is this Netflix political drama, which finds America at war with an unknown entity. When a cyber-attack plunges the country in chaos and kills thousands former President George Mullen (De Niro) is called back into service to lead the Zero Day committee, trying to find [...]