Happy 30th birthday to Eau d’Hadrien, a perfume which, while created of Sicilian lemon and Italian tangerine, somehow always smells like Paris in a Bottle. Annick Goutal, who died at just 53 in 1999, left a wonderful legacy of 19 fragrances, including Eau d’Hadrien. Now the figurehead of the company is her daughter, Camille, all [...]

Photo Courtesy of the Roller Disco in Vauxhall
Looking for something new to do in London town? There is no excuse not to experience something new and exciting when you live in a city as diverse as London. There are always options. One idea for a more ridiculous weekend, try out the Roller Disco in Vauxhall. [...]

Photo Courtesy of Dean Street Townhouse

London’s sensational Dean Street Townhouse ground floor restaurant’s a great place for a bite or a drink at any time of day.
Peppered with artworks by the current British greats including Emin and Hirst, decorated in a modern Georgian style and with food that’s modern and cosy.
Best seats in the [...]

Photo Courtesy of Gary Arnold
One of the few restaurants in Rome that combines traditional Roman cuisine with contemporary brasserie style Maccheroni is a must. One of my favourite restaurants anywhere and, apparently where Michelle Obama chose to eat on her recent trip to Rome. At the historic heart of Rome and a [...]

Photo Courtesy of A & G Merch
I love to give presents. Whether it is a special occasion or for no reason at all my first stop is A & G Merch in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. This is the store where you find one of a kind knicknacks you are proud to give, even in [...]

Photo Courtesy of The Cannought Bar
While the cigar bar at Claridge’s is always a good option for pre-dinner cocktails the winning spot in London right now is the The Connaught Bar at the ultra-stylish Connaught. The Connaught is a supreme luxury 5 star hotel in the middle of Mayfair and one of London’s most [...]

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I take my chihuahua, Gizmo, with me everywhere I travel. He’s accompanied me to the Rocky Mountains, sun bathed on California beaches, and even gone boating with me in New England. With new UK London quarantine regulations decreased from 6 months to 21 days, I can now consider making [...]

Photos by Patrick & Oscar Rignell
Why Paris just before Christmas? It’s so pretty. Chilly though. Pack gloves.
TO STAY CLOSE TO CHRISTMAS SHOPPING
The Montalembert is a fashion favourite. At Christmas time, you can curl up by the fire, nibble on gorgeous Christmas treats (thanks to the great in-house chef) and then wander out to eat chestnuts [...]

Photos by by Paris Chérie
Hermès may have been founded in 1837, making it one of the world’s oldest luxury brands, but what we love - we love love love - is that it is so modern. We thought the flagship store at Faubourg St Honore Paris was a contender for our favourite place on earth, [...]

Photo Courtesy of Paris Chérie
The French may mock the Brits for a willingness to stand in a queue, but hello! - you could spend an entire weekend break in Paris standing in line - and that’s without any intention of joining that snake outside the Louvre to view the Mona Lisa.

A classic hot chocolate and [...]