In the midst of this travel standstill, we find ourselves missing all the elements of luxury hotel…
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Part of the Centro Storico district, elegant Brera where I grew up, is home to the Pinacoteca…
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If Milan is the fashion capital of the world, then the Quadrilatero d’Oro district is the beating…
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La DoubleJ This hidden outpost in the Navigli district was launched by JJ Martin, a former editor…
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Today is Thursday and market day in the small and gracious village of San Pantaleo. This tiny…
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“I like large parties. They’re so intimate.” – Jordan Baker, “The Great Gatsby” One could argue that…
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The Harrods Food Hall in London is known worldwide for its opulence and grandeur, and the Food Halls are no exception. Harrods has been around since 1834, founded by Charles Henry Harrod and originally operating in a single room selling a mix of grocery goods, perfumes, and stationary items.
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Creel and Gow incorporates and adds to the collection of Ruzzetti and Gow an extensive range of fascinating and exquisite objects sourced from all around the world by Paris based Jamie Creel and former Sotheby’s expert Christopher Gow, both avid collectors.
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Most traditional medicine stores cater solely to the practice of Chinese herbal medicine, with some cures dating back 2,000 years. The medicinal stock, however, includes much more than roots and plants. Take a look inside one of Hong Kong’s many medicinal shops and you’ll find a bewildering array of jars and drawers containing everything from ginseng and deer’s horn to fossilized bones , animal teeth dried sea horse, lizard urchin, starfish or even fish stomach are excellent remedies from sickness, promoting good digestion, and burst your immune system,
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The Chinese character for jade is a combination of the words for beauty and purity, but there’s far more behind the Chinese obsession with this stone than looks. Jade has been long associated with long life and good health in Chinese culture, making it a prized material for good-luck charms. Few Hong Kong newborns will be left to start life without a jade bracelet from grandma, and people of all ages receive new amulets each year based on their zodiac signs and computations of the ancient Chinese almanac.
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An Oriental flair blended with a typical Milanese architectural style is the secret of the charming project by the sister’s friend Giancarlo Montebello who was from 1060 to 1980 a renowned jewelry editor and who also worked with artists such as Fontana Niki de Saint Phalle and Sonia Delaunai among others.
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All roads lead to.. Matogianni .At the narrow pedestrian street are gathered many bars, Art galleries high class boutiques, jewelry shops, and brand name stores with are always packed with high demanding shoppers.Also here is the meeting point for the first, second and so on drink.
Some say retail is dead. Gucci proves otherwise. Last night, the powerhouse brand opened their 63…
Many days, as I wander through London’s trendiest and chicest spaces, I am often taken by the beautiful spaces and environments. Quite recently though – I think I have fallen in love. Yes love; and it wasn’t because of a charismatic accent or sharp attire – this time I was struck by vibrant colors, meticulous details , and spectacular beauty. In case I haven’t made myself quite clear, this article worthy of my admiration was the nothing more than the de Gournay hand painted wallpapers.
If you need to buy a coral dragon at a price of 4.200.000 dollars Hong Kong is the place to shop. And if you are also looking for a a nice Crystal Kwn Yin specifically at the Chinese Arts and Crafts store you will pay 8, 600,00 us dollars. But not everything is that high priced of course. Bring back in your suitcase maginificent silk fabric, cloisonné cups and even cute folk dolls of excellent quality for just a few box.
Brewing methods of Chinese tea are closely related to everyday life. On this huge piece of land called China, 1.3 billion people use more than a couple of brewing methods to get their teas done.