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NEW LEXUS 300E The new Lexus 300e is the latest expression of the company’s expertise deriving from 15 years of leadership in the field of electrification. In Lexus’ first 100% electric vehicle, comfort and safety are paramount and owners will enjoy advanced urban connectivity, via Lexus Link on their mobiles, providing them with the remote control of an impressive range of options. i www.lexus.com MADRID HOTEL WEEK The fifth edition of Madrid Hotel Week will be held from November 8 to 14. For this occasion, CoolRooms Palacio de Atocha has created an agenda in which art, beauty, culture, and gastronomy feature in a series of activities which will ensure guests and locals can savour their experience at this spectacular 19th century Palace. i www.coolrooms.com

ZUMA IN MADRID Inspired by the traditional Japanese Izakaya style of eating and drinking informally, Zuma has arrived in the nation’s capital to delight the most demanding palates with their three cuisines. Zuma has been offering unique experiences since 2002 in more than 15 cities around the world, including London, Hong Kong, Miami, New York, Dubai, Rome, Mykonos… and now finally, Madrid. i www.zumarestaurant.com

ON WHEELS CAMPAIGN

The new campaign launched by the Olivares Foundation aims to improve the quality of life of children and adolescents suffering from cancer and other chronic diseases. Titled ON WHEELS, a Harley Davidson Sportster 1200 model, fully customised by the renowned artist Francisco Alí Manén of Lord Drake Kustoms, is being raffled with the sale of 20,000 tickets at €10 each. i www.fundacionolivares.org

BIANCA SAUNDERS AT SELFRIDGES

The menswear atrium of iconic British retailer Selfridges is now home to a first-time installation for designer Bianca Saunders, a 27 year-old graduate from the Royal College of Art who is carving a reputation for herself as one of the most exciting names in British fashion. The pop-up installation launches her ‘Superimposed’ AW21 menswear collection which will continue until 21st November. i www.biancasaunders.com

VINCCI THE MINT DIY BURGERS

Madrid’s Vincci The Mint will delight burger lovers this autumn on its roof top venue with its new selection of DIY burgers in which each diner chooses the meat, including a vegan option, the garnish, the bun and a sidedish. Enjoy the perfect burger to your taste with unique views of the Madrid skyline in a fresh environment while the mild autumn temperatures continue. i www.vinccihoteles.com

SIX SENSES DOURO VALLEY

Emblematic hotel, Six Senses Douro Valley has curated the Wine Moments programme, as the perfect introduction to the diversity and quality of Douro wines. Offering two options: Tawny and Vintage, members will receive a welcome kit and mystery wine box quarterly, guided tours of local wineries, and reductions on wines and wine-related events at the prestigious resort. i www.sixsenses.com

BEST BOND GADGET EVER

A survey of Bond film fans by the online gaming site PartyCasino has revealed that the Lotus Esprit, as driven by Roger Moore in The Spy Who Loved Me (1977), which seamlessly converted to a submarine, is the Best Bond Gadget among the many amazing gizmos appearing throughout the series. This was followed by the Car Invisibility Cloak in Die Another Day in second place.

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GO TO PAGE 136 FOR THOUGHTS ON PET FOOD