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Starbucks Reserve Roastery & Tasting Room New York
Most would agree that Starbucks wear the crown for taking coffee culture to the masses, and expanding it beyond the remit of Italian coffee shops and Parisian Cafés. Now that’s done, monies made, the brand established and future (more or less) secured, they have decided to return their focus to what really matters; not business…
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The Art of Hanami by Suntory Whisky
Every year between March and May is season of Sakura (the Japanese word for cherry blossom) this elaborate flower represents a fresh outlook for many, and is celebrated by those in Japan by the art of Hanami. This celebration is one of growth and reflection as the cherry blossom takes centre stage and is honored…
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The Raindrop Cake by Darren Wong
With a name like “Raindrop Cake” you would think this were a food based on the ‘delightfully’ unpredictable weather of England but it is actually inspired by traditional Mizu Shingen Mochi from Japan. The journey started when American based Darren Wong came across articles of this dish in Japan, but had no way to source…
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Stay True – Cape Town
On the 24th of March, Ballantine’s Scotch Whisky and Boiler Room once again put their heads together to showcase the talent of a burgeoning house scene. Having taken to the streets of cities around the world, from Santiago and Recife to Warsaw and Johannesburg, this latest event touched down in South Africa once more to…
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CASAMIGOS TEQUILA
Privately owned by George Clooney, longtime friend, bar & restaurant mogul Rande Gerber, and Discovery Land Company CEO & founder Michael Meldman, Casamigos Tequila is premium tequila that is – “Brought To You By Those Who Drink It” Named after Gerber and Clooney’s houses in Mexico, Casamigos translates to “House of friends” – and…
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La French Touch by Martell
The “French Touch” was a music movement that captured a generation of music lovers worldwide and whose legacy lives on through the very names of the top DJs that created the iconic sound. It was December 1991 when a young man from Versailles named Etienne de Crécy would attend a Parisien rave that would set…
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Drink: Johnnie Walker Blue Label at Galvin at Windows
Good drink is all about company, mood and most notably setting. The latter of which can allow you to be transported to a world that elevates the drink at hand. Taking this concept, almost, literally is Johnnie Walker Blue label with their bespoke cocktail for the launch of the film ‘The Gentleman’s Wager II’. The…
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L’Objet: Parfums de Voyage
Founded in 2004 L’OBJET has always offered objects that indulge in both aesthetical brilliance and functional sensibility – playing with the idea of innovation through material. In the next part of their journey Creative Director Elad Yifrach has ventured into the world of home fragrance with his collection of candles and incense entitled ‘Parfums de…
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Mumm by David Guetta
Mumm have announced the release of an exclusive new limited edition Cordon Rouge, as a symbol of celebration. This new bottle, while unchanged in shape, is a stylistic coup for the night scene, with its reflective metallic silhouette. This comes as no surprise, as it was designed in partnership with none other than David Guetta,…
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Scapa Skiren
The Orkney Islands and its inhabitants pride themselves on being separate, but not detached. Neither truly Scottish nor Scandinavian, they crown the British Isles yet retain an identity quite untouched by either. Despite its cultural immunity to its faster moving neighbours, Orkney has often been historically pivotal and its ancient lore, hugely influential. Less a…