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Palacio Astoreca

Rob Wilkes 13 July, 2015

Dubbed the Jewel of the Pacific during its heyday, the Chilean port city of Valparáiso fell on hard times during the second half of the last century - before being rescued from obscurity, earning UNESCO World Heritage Status and becoming the de...

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Mexico City's St Jacques Bistrot fuses the concept of 'comptoir' with a modern listening bar vibe and stacks of serious style...

Lisa Davidson 19 August, 2024

Chefs Karina Mejía and Israel Montero combine the tradition of Provençal cuisine with the soul and passion of Mexico in Saint Jacques Bistrot, their new gastronomic spot in the capital city's affluent Polanco neighbourhood. Allowing diners to...

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A new idyllic Berlin-Charlottenburg café cum deli and bar is set to command a Lotta love from those in search of finer things...

Lisa Davidson 13 August, 2024

Located next door to Hotel Wilmina, which is housed in a former Berlin-Charlottenburg women's prison, Lotta Tagesbar has opened its doors, the café cum deli and bar designed by the same team behind Wilmina and serving an exquisite menu of healthy...

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Set on a little-known stretch of the Barcelona coast, AC Hotel Gavà Mar is a secluded treat for the discerning traveller...

Lisa Davidson 18 November, 2024

With an enviable seafront location close to Barcelona and its airport, and having undergone a recent refurbishment, AC Hotel Gavà Mar is a 69-room hotel that is ideal for the business traveller, but also a surprising destination for the discerning...

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The heart of Barcelona's modernist architecture welcomes a slick new gelateria inspired by the Art Deco of Palm Beach County...

Lisa Davidson 1 August, 2024

With interiors inspired by the Art Deco of Palm Beach County in Miami, and serving delicious ice cream on a newly pedestrianised street just off Barcelona's renowned Passeig de Gràcia, Amiko is not simply a 'heladería', rather it's a sensory...

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Simplicity, functionality, balance and cleanliness, here's how you can easily style your Home with minimalism and elegance...

Amelie Jones 9 November, 2024

Minimalism and elegance, too, are gaining fast as popular choices for serene, sophisticated interiors. Simplicity, clean lines, and curative approaches to decor are all that these two styles are made of, bringing home really calm and clarity within...

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How can you find the best Botox experts in Toronto? This quick fire guide to finding top professionals has you covered...

Sierra Blake 8 November, 2024

Finding the best Botox experts in Toronto can feel overwhelming, given the many options available. To focus your search, consider professionals with extensive experience and positive client reviews. A key step in identifying top specialists is...

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Wellness Trends for 2025, 07: Restorative Home Design, how spaces that heal and rejuvenate can boost your physical and mental health...

Steven John 6 November, 2024

Wellness Trends for 2025: A series of posts designed to uncover the most progressive concepts in wellness for the year ahead. Number Eight: Restorative Home Design. In the pursuit of wellness, many people are turning their attention homeward....

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Whether for increased home value or simply a better living space, follow these tips for successful home improvement projects...

Leyton Butler 6 November, 2024

Austin’s housing market has seen a significant boom in recent years, with many homeowners looking to boost their property’s value through home improvement projects. In a city where home prices continue to rise, updating key areas of a property,...