The Marquee Moon, review: Gorgeous grub, but where are all the grown-ups? Once someone gets to grip with running the place, Dalston will have a blindingly good place on its hands, says David Ellis Evening Standard · Oct 3, 2024
Peak luxury: how long can London’s grand hotel boom last? From basement builds to rooftops, revamped Whitehall ministries and once-were embassies, the capital’s hotels are in an opulence arms race to lure exacting guests The Guardian - UK · Sep 28, 2024
The Ritz, review: Trust me, this is London's best restaurant. Of course it won the National Restaurant Awards Almost everything offers a convincer that its two Michelin stars are hard earned, says David Ellis Evening Standard · Sep 26, 2024
OPINION - I saw behind the curtain at Mohammed Al Fayed's Paris mansion — he always hid in plain sight There’s a reason why I feel unease about the Mohamed Al Fayed allegations, the ones suggesting that he sexually assaulted umpteen women and regarded Harrods employees as fair game. It’s because I was around during the time he was trying to penetrate the Establishment, a more difficult call in the… Evening Standard · Sep 23, 2024
Fulham FC launches probe into former owner Mohamed Al-Fayed after Harrods rape and sexual assault allegations Mohamed Al-Fayed owned Fulham for 16 years as they rose from League One to the Premier League The Independent UK · Sep 20, 2024
Mohamed Al-Fayed, Outsider Shunned By British High Society Mohamed Al-Fayed spent years trying to gain admission to the upper echelons of UK society but ultimately failed to win either acceptance or British citizenship. International Business Times · Sep 20, 2024
Lawyers Say 'Monster' Late Harrods Owner Abused Dozens Of Women Dozens of women from across the world have accused late Harrods owner Mohamed Al-Fayed of sexual assault, lawyers said Friday, likening the allegations to those against fallen figures like Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein. International Business Times · Sep 20, 2024
Designers are Calling Tenniscore Decor “This Season’s Breakout Trend” — Get Ready to Serve! "The Challengers." Wimbledon. Pipedreams of country club cool. All eyes are on center court, and tenniscore decor is acing the game Livingetc · Jul 1, 2024
Paying £1,000 a night at the Ritz in London’s Mayfair? Loo roll included, promises Booking.com Exclusive: Giant online travel agent also reassures guests booking the 72nd floor of the world’s tallest hotel that a lift is available The Independent UK · May 29, 2024
EU Hits Oreo Maker Mondelez With 337.5 Mn Euro Antitrust Fine The EU on Thursday slapped a 337.5 million euro ($366 million) fine on Mondelez, the US confectioner behind major brands including Toblerone and Oreo, for forcing consumers to pay more by restricting cross-border sales. International Business Times · May 23, 2024
'It's too much' say residents at London mansion block hosting more tourists than Ritz More than 100 of the 530 flats at Park West in Westminster are suspected to be listed on short term letting websites Evening Standard · May 14, 2024
London's Airbnb Wild West: Party pads and 'brothels' uncovered by probes into holiday lets Capital ‘hollowed out’ by short-term lets eroding the private rental market Evening Standard · May 14, 2024
What is the Ritz-Carlton Hotel mattress — and should you buy it? Ritz-Carlton mattress can deliver the 'unrivaled' comfort it promises — and it could be your best Black Friday splurge. Here's all you need to know. Tom’s Guide · Apr 24, 2024
Cattelan Italia's Salone del Mobile Launches Set The Tone For 2024's Most Sophisticated Schemes The prestigious Italian brand presents a new approach to modern aesthetics dedicated to sophisticated living spaces and bedrooms, with new pieces launched at Milan Design Week Livingetc · Apr 17, 2024
Top News · Mar 18, 2024 France's Michelin Guide 2024 Stars Unveiled, New Culinary Stars Shine Discover the latest Michelin stars in France for 2024, highlighting new culinary talents and sustainability efforts.
The Guardian - UK · Mar 4, 2024 Fashion, addiction, antisemitism: the spectacular rise and fall of designer John Galliano He was the epoch-shifting auteur of 90s fashion. Then came drugs, grief and an infamous outburst. As Kevin Macdonald’s new documentary shows, self-destruction was all that could stop him
The Guardian - UK · Feb 25, 2024 Good Old Days, Reading: ‘Like finding a chef from the Ritz at your local caff’ - restaurant review The Hong Kong expats of Reading have a Cantonese treasure house right on their doorstop, writes Jay Rayner
Evening Standard · Feb 14, 2024 The New Look on Apple TV+ review: haute couture gets The Crown treatment This lavish, sweeping drama boasts an all-star cast including Juliette Binoche and Maisie Williams
Evening Standard · Feb 7, 2024 How the Dover became the hottest table in town It launched without a party, doesn’t do influencers and the food is as simple as can be. David Ellis on the restaurant making it look easy
Evening Standard · Feb 2, 2024 Best romantic getaways to book for a last-minute Valentine's Day stay in the UK Raise the bar for the big day this year with a twosome-perfect getaway — there’s one for every couple
Evening Standard · Feb 2, 2024 Valentine's Day: London's sexiest menus to spoil your loved one Planning a love skirmish on February 14? Slip out to one of these beautiful boltholes
Evening Standard · Jan 29, 2024 Top Draw: Artist Michael McGregor on his new book Room Service and love of hotel stationery Hotel note paper is not just for scribbling your room service order on, says the LA artist
Marie Claire · Jan 17, 2024 Kate Moss' Sheer Birthday Gown Was a Callback to Her '90s Naked Dress Days The supermodel turned 50 in a stunning, see-through style.
Evening Standard · Jan 17, 2024 A birthday of two halves: how Kate Moss celebrated her 50th A spiritual retreat in Mustique followed by a late-night party in Paris. Amy Francombe reports on the model's dual celebrations
Pedestrian.tv · Jan 2, 2024 David Beckham Will Never Let Victoria Forget That One Time She Said She Grew Up ‘Working Class’ “Just a nice casual New Year’s Eve lunch at The Ritz. Very working class.”