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Ah, The Good Life, that soft focus '70s premonition of today's self-sufficiency-obsessed middle-class culture; formerly working in TV, perhaps blogger Mimi Thorisson missed a trick when naming her website, as The Bloody Marvellous Life may well have...
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Silverstone. Mid-morning on Friday, 7th July 2012. It’s the British Grand Prix’s opening practice session and the day’s a bastard: rain, mud, rain, mud. The traffic’s backed up to the A5, no one’s allowed to park and the track looks a...
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Faced with the prospect of watching Danny Boyle's opening ceremony spectacular on the box - our invite must have got lost in the post - when we were invited to a party just a hop, skip and jump away from the Olympic Park, we quite literally jumped...
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As the culture for good food continues to penetrate our national psyche, the convergence of eating out - and eating in - into other contemporary cultures (art, design, music etc.) continues apace. Time then for a publication that truly celebrates...
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Nothing starts a heated foodie debate like the origins of a truly traditional pizza; some say it’s an American invention, some that it’s Roman or Neopolitan (definitely, positively Neopolitan - Ed.). Thin crust, thick crust, we’re stuffed if...
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Taking on big-brand beers, real ale, the monarchy, animal rights activists (their The End of History beers were sold inside dead animals), the Olympics and pretty much anyone else that dares to stand in their way (especially when they're driving a...
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I'm sure you've noticed that food (and dining) is very much a part of the lifestyle and culture remit here at We Heart. Closer to design and creativity than it sometimes gets credit for, we were on the hunt for young British chefs to quiz about...
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Ikea hacking? Is that when you get so frustrated trying to assemble the Swedish firm’s flat pack furniture that you take an axe to it? Or is it when you get hauled around the store with a Sunday morning hangover and the other patrons weave in...
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Mavericks, rebels, free spirits - our history is littered with those that define that most recurrent theme in British creativity: the Great British Eccentric. Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka would have been very proud of Bristol-based ice cream pioneer...
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Invited to join Volvo at last week's Goodwood Festival of Speed, our initial response was to be expected... "Volvo? Festival of Speed", but we're open to new ideas here at We Heart Towers, so listened to what they had to say. OK, so this wasn't a...
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Spirit of Ecstasy, anyone? Direct injection V12 engine? 8-speed automatic gearbox plus rear differential? Harmon Kardon sound system? 360° camera aid? Fully standardised LED headlamps? Aluminium space-frame? Anyone? No? Yes? Not me. Well, not...
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Does anyone remember when exactly the mojito became the ubiquitous cocktail? Well, it did, and it is. You can't move for 'em, they're like a big green, minty fresh Sasquatch harrying you wherever you go. Which is, of course, not an entirely bad...
Dispatches
With works spanning the design of buildings, landscapes, installations, exhibitions and objects, the projects of Asif Khan MBE explore sites of complex narratives, community empowerment and questions of identity. Collaborating with Canada Water and...
City Notes
Inspired by the golden age of nightlife, Calgary's Sweet Loretta Bar nods to the throbbing energy of 1970s discos and vintage sound studios, the late-night venue situated in the city's design and arts district and offering an inclusive space for...
City Notes
Located within Newson’s Yard — a recently conceived design hub on the Pimlico Road in London’s Belgravia — Wildflowers is a new neighbourhood restaurant, wine bar and deli with a focus on seasonal, high-quality ingredients cooked over...
City Notes
Chef Santiago Lastra's latest venture sees London-based A-nrd Studio create a metaphorical home-away-from-home, where the locally inspired fare and affable atmosphere of family-owned Mexican restaurants unite with a contemporary twist informed by...
Dispatches
You said yes, and now it's time to celebrate. But how best to honour this extra-special occasion? With an awesome party of course. Your friends and family will just want to pass on their love and best wishes, so the details are up to you – and...
Dispatches
Whenever you are looking to book a holiday, you’ll end up considering lots of different destinations across the globe before settling on one. The ideal holiday spot will cater to every traveller in your group, whilst being affordable too....
Dispatches
In recent years, the demand for car trailers in the USA has seen a significant increase, driven by both personal and business needs. Whether you need to transport a vehicle for a cross-country move, bring your car to a race, or simply need a trailer...
Dispatches
Picture a master chess player. You won't be catching them moving pieces randomly, hoping for the best outcome. They will have a plan and usually think five steps ahead. Some people think success is about big ideas, and others say the devil is in the...