The hospitality industry is navigating one of the most challenging periods in its history, yet its standard bearers give it reason to hope. One such figure is the bartender Alessandro Palazzi. Interview written for Issue 73 of The Rake Magazine, with photography by Kim Lang.
Read MoreAt the beginning of this year, I decided to make a conceited effort to shoot more on film. Specifically 35mm. I’ve had the camera for a few years and have used it relatively sparingly. Rolls of film would be developed, and I’d go through the images which often captured fleeting little moments, often months apart. See how 2019 unfolded.
Read MoreWe were recently invited by Walpole to visit the new Manolo Blahník exhibition, An Enquiring Mind, at The Wallace Collection. Built during the 18th and 19th Centuries by the Marquesses of Hertford and Sir Richard Wallace, the museum is steeped in artistic excellence which spans over 800 years.
Read MoreThe Old Truman Brewery played host to 2019’s London Coffee Festival. The big guns were out in full force over the course of the weekend with espressos, teas, cocktails and flyers being dished out left, right and centre. Read how it all went down.
Read MoreThe Rubens at the Palace is a family run institution that has left avid travellers in awe ever since its beginnings in 1912. Overlooking the Royal Mews of Buckingham Palace, the hotel is one of marvel – from the rich tapestries and décor to the quality of service and hospitality. I wrote a guest review for The Dapper Chapper. Take a look at the pictures from the evening, in the Photography section.
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