Marco Polo Vienna Guide
It’s summer and it’s been a hot one. Europe, and indeed much of the globe, has sizzled in high temperatures, and those pavements tire the...
Shorn goes on Tour to California
It’s the time of year when our thoughts turn to California. Well no, really we are making plans for Christmas, but that celebrated wine-producing state...
Outrigger Laguna Phuket Beach Resort, Thailand
Thailand is a beautiful and magical land of charm and grace. It’s fringed by some of the best beaches in the world and is famed...
One Aldwych for a Stay
No, this isn’t the first time I have visited one of my favourite hotels, but it was the first time I had spent the night....
Maestro Dobel Diamante Multi-Aged Tequila
Tequila has long been popular in the US, north of the border from Mexico, the land of its origin. It is now rather trendy in...
There’s no smoke without … a Saint-Claude pipe
You, dear reader, will be unusual to say the least if you own one; your father probably didn’t have one, either; more likely your grandfather...
China: A History
China: A History is an excellent and authoritative tome by an author who brings this enigmatic land to rich and colourful life. John Keay illustrates...
The Bartender’s Book
This is a little gem of bartending support. The Bartender’s Book, or to give it its full and impressive title The Bartender’s Book: The Essential...
TWG Tea – Knightsbridge
TWG Tea has arrived in Knightsbridge, perhaps the classiest neighbourhood in London. I could not be happier, as I am a tea drinker and I...
Bonnet Jujurieux Silk Factory Museum
This is a charming museum, and it seems to encompass most of the original Bonnet silk factory in Jujurieux, a small town in the department...
Abokado for Bento
I am constantly amazed at the prices charged for Japanese food in London. I am usually disappointed by the portion sizes, too. That doesn’t make...
Luxardo Maraschino Cherries
There are several popular varieties of cocktail cherry. Most of them are bright enough to read a book by and sticky enough to become the...
One Aldwych – Trays of Treats
One Aldwych has, over many years, ticked numerous culinary boxes (read my reviews here). The hotel’s location makes it an ideal spot for both business...
Timeless Travels Autumn Edition
Here is the next edition of one of my favourite print magazines. Timeless Travels offers insights into destinations far and near and puts them into...