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this issue's timeline
Time of our lives – staying at the Armani Hotel in Dubai for launch of new Chivas whisky: The Icon. Tasting Time – discovering that the fine food of Portugal is so much more than sardines. About time – our favourite summer watch, the Arnold & Son DTE Time on our hands – Living the fast life at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. Testing times – enjoying a weekend with the Rolls-Royce Wraith. hard times – Having to say goodbye to the beauty of St Lucia’s Marigot Bay. Time flies – First class on Emirates Airlines – the only way to travel
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Humans have been obsessed with time since, well, time began. Sundials – like the exquisite example on our front cover – date back more than 3,500 years, with ‘shadow clocks’ widely used by the Egyptians and Babylonians and later followed by the Greeks, who used them to help form geometric theories. But of course we Brits can lay claim to the creation of one of the first timepieces, thanks to our Neolithic ancestors and the creation of Stonehenge in Wiltshire. I was lucky enough to be there on the summer solstice this year and witness the sun rise over the heel stone (no, I’m not a druid, my parents live nearby) and the spectacle was the best reason ever to stay up all night. In this issue we look at timepieces, and sun worship, in a more modern manner, with brilliant horology writer Alex Doak putting the finest summer watches to the test. Whether you need a waterproof watch for the beach, one for navigating your yacht or one for deep sea diving, you’ll find his guide invaluable. It begins on page 26. And we hail summertime throughout the issue; from some key summer purchases – personal submarine anyone? – to very cool luggage that deserves to turn left on the aircraft, elite homes by the sea and what to wear on the beach in order to avoid looking like an extra from Benidorm. And for some fabulous, luxury last-minute holiday ideas I hope you enjoy our summer travel guide, where we’ve cherry-picked some of the world’s most exquisite hotels and locations. To help stay cool in the heat we’ve put together a guide to summer drinks – from the latest wines to cool new cocktails created by Britain’s top mixologists. It was a tough assignment, but the Tempus team fully embraced it on your behalf. There are some perfect drinks for when the sun casts a shadow over Martini hour. Cheers.
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Latest in luxury world news 26 Water-loving watches
Summer timepieces 35 Lux List
Essential must-haves 42 Summer drinks
Guide to smart summer quaffing 51 Nightwatch
McCallan whisky launch party 54 What a carry-on
Luggage and plane hand-helds 74 Designated Drinker
New drink launches and fine summer wines 77 The Portugal Fine Wines & Food Fair
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Our exclusive report on the region’s finest 82 Strike a pose
Best cameras and equipment 88 Iceland
How to catch some midnight sun 92 Gill Islands
Exclusive and off the beaten track 96 St Lucia
Martin Roberts goes in search of the island’s Naked Fisherman 100 Cornwall
The county’s best locations 104 France
A gastronomic tour of Relaix and Châteux properties 109 Homes
Exclusive seaside properties
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The nautical look for homes 122 Watch Words
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Time is our Family Value. The Robert Mühle Auf/Ab. In 2014, we had plenty of reasons to celebrate, with not only marking 145 years since the company was founded by Robert Mühle, but also the 20th anniversary of the re-establishment of the family business. We from Mühle-Glashütte have therefore decided to celebrate this double anniversary by producing an exclusive special edition range consisting of three models featuring calibres manufactured by us. This special
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Talking luxury Some of the biggest names in luxury came together last month to debate the future success of the elite market. The inaugural gathering was organised by the Luxury Network and held at the five-star Renaissance Club, just outside Edinburgh, Scotland. Delegates included directors from Sunseeker, Heirlooms, Lockton Private Clients, Middleton Advisors, ITC, Silversea Private Aviation and Tempus Magazine. Among the discussions and presentations was a debate on the future growth of luxury events and how elite brands can work together and form partnerships that benefit their customers and clients. Andrew Stuart of The London Yacht, Jet and Prestige Car Show said: “With brands working closely together they develop some truly creative ways to both share event costs and make these events markedly more entertaining.” And Rowan Kelshaw, managing director
of the Luxury Network, said on closing the two-day conference: “Judging the success on the feedback from our members, which included the superb Renaissance Club, I would say everyone
Racing times British sailor Ian Walker has donated the watch he wore during this summer’s Volvo Ocean Race to charity. The unique IWC Schaffhausen Portuguese Yacht Club Chronograph Ocean Racer Timepiece is being auctioned by the charity auction site, Charity Stars. The winning bidder will also get the opportunity to experience a leg of the Ocean Race as a member of the crew on board Azzam, the Abu Dhabi Ocean Racing boat, before being handed the watch from skipper Walker himself. With its beautifully laid out silver-plated dial and blue hands and indices, the timepiece is worth just under £10,000. Bidding on the Charity Stars website starts at just £7,500.
Like former top athletes Edwin Moses and Boris Becker, Walker supports the Laureus Sport for Good Foundation, which uses the power of sport to inspire young people in more than 150 projects in over 35 countries around the world. charitystars.co.uk
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left the event feeling very engaged and excited about future partnerships and new business opportunities we helped facilitate”. tlnint.com
A brush with art The Dorchester Collection’s second London hotel, 45 Park Lane, has announced that its new artist-inresidence will be Rotraut, who will be exhibiting her work in the hotel until the end of September. The hotel is already home to works by Sir Peter Blake, Damien Hirst, Patrick Hughes, Bruce McLean, Joe Tilson and Brendan Neiland, and guests will be able to enjoy access to Rotraut through studio visits, art lessons, lunches and exclusive gallery and exhibition tours.
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Captain Nemo’s Nautilus car goes under the hammer Captain Nemo’s six-wheeled Nautilus car from the Sean Connery adventure movie The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen will be sold by international auctioneers Coys at its Blenheim Palace event later this month. Designed by production designer and art director Carol Spier, and one of only two made, this fully functional vehicle was used throughout the film and featured heavily on promotional posters. It started life as a Land Rover fire tender, adapted via a steel frame with the addition of a Rover V8 engine. The chassis is covered in an intricate ivory coloured
fibreglass shell and features a wealth of elaborate embellishments in an aged gold effect on both the exterior and interior. For the past few years the car has been part of a large collection of movie props and costumes at Prop Store’s UK facility. Stephen Lane, founder of Prop Store, said: “I bought the Nautilus from the film company after The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen came out because I loved the car, loved the design and it was one of the most emotive vehicles I’d ever seen – a true design icon. It’s now time to let somebody else own and enjoy it.”
A scent of Sicily
First peek at Bentley phone
Luxury perfume house Xerioff has announced that its new men’s scent is to be named after the term for a Mafia boss. Creator Sergio Momo says the 11th fragrance in the collection is an intoxicating blend of gunpowder and hot lead, and should remind their customers of smuggled $100 dollar bills, exclusive Cuban tobacco, molasses and strong whisky. “If there was ever a perfume created to make you feel like a powerful mob boss or a character in a film noir movie, this would be it,” he said. The Don is part of the seventh Join The Club collection, which includes Fatal Charm, 40 KNOTS and the Comandante and is contained in a unique blue glass flacon crowned with the signature gold Xerjoff design. It is available in Fortnum & Mason and Harrods.
Food, glorious food Chef Bryn Williams, of Odettes London, will be the guest chef at Glorious Goodwood this year. He will create dishes for The Secret Garden – a stunning themed space which will be one of the most luxurious eateries at the race meeting. Tickets for the enclosure are only £225 and will sell out fast.
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Vertu, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of luxury mobile phones, is currently showcasing its second handset as part of its five-year partnership with Bentley Motors. It will be demonstrating the phone’s capabilities at a number of UK summer events before it is officially launched in September. The Signature for Bentley can be customised – users can match their phone and case to their Bentley car leather and stitching, or create their own design from 2,300 possible combinations. Vertu say every part of Signature is handcrafted to exacting specifications that is usually only seen in luxury watches. Signature Bentley ownership includes one year complimentary access to Vertu Concierge, offered by a dedicated lifestyle manager.
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You are invited…. Come and see the world’s best gems and timepieces in stunning Monaco Jacob & Co will be showcasing fine jewels and watches worth more than $1bn in Monaco this month (August 4-24) – and Tempus readers are exclusively invited. Amongst the pieces on show will be the Paraiba Tourmaline Cocktail Ring. The spirited turquoise to green colors of the Paraiba Tourmaline are not found in any other gemstone. The extraordinary vividness of the center stone of this ring is wonderfully complimented by the accents of white and black diamonds. Also showing will be the incredible Astronomia Tourbillion, this superbly complex timepiece is a work of art and has to be seen to be believed, retailing at a cool £427,000. Led by Jacob Arabo, a visionary who embodies the American dream, Jacob & Co. continues to revolutionise the world of jewellery and haute horology with creations that are as innovative as they are spectacular. From cover shoots for fashion’s most prestigious publications to red carpets around the world, the company’s exquisite timepieces and jewellery have long captivated celebrities and
connoisseurs alike. Today, nearly three decades after its founding, Jacob & Co. has become synonymous with the pinnacle of the luxury world. The exhibition will be taking place at Hotel Hermitage in Monte Carlo between the 4th-22nd August. For tickets please RSVP to montecarlo@jacobandco.com
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of time Water brings out the best in watchmakers, because water is the worst thing that can happen to a watch in the first place. Alex Doak rounds up the best of this year’s timekeeping divers, sailors and general messing-abouters
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hen you think about it, every mechanical watch in the world is a sailing watch. The pressure to produce a highly precise portable timekeeper, or chronometer’, with which to navigate uncharted waters led horologists of the 18th century such as Yorkshire’s own John Harrison to invent many of the features that are still whirring away inside your Rolex or Omega – whether they’re chronometerrated, water-resistant, or not at all. Features such as the circular oscillating pendulum, for example – invented by Harrison for his longitude prizewinning H4 – and now present in all modern mechanicals as the tick-tick-ticking balance wheel. In fact, much as war accelerated computing and the age of the jet, the need to ascertain longitude at sea by comparing the local midday time to an unwavering on-board ‘home time’ reference concentrated the efforts of every horological practitioner well into the 19th century. It means that the technological principles behind the mechanical watch have long been perfected. Apart from the odd alloy, oil or ceramic, a mechanical watch today is exactly how maritime navigators needed it 150 years ago. However, the idea of an ocean-going watch stretches a fair few nautical miles beyond the basic need not to get lost. In fact, weighing anchor and drifting into the blue presents a whole new suite of demands – just as motorsport dictates a chronograph function, diving demands rugged waterproofing and luminescent dial markings, and regattas require countdown timers, while plain old Riviera posturing requires a flashy practicality. Add this gadgetry and pose factor to the romance of the high seas and you have a breed of wristwatch that’ll never be out of fashion – especially if this year’s fleet of water babies is anything to go by.
Seiko Marinemaster Professional 1000m Diver’s
It was in 1965 that Seiko made its first ever diver’s watch. Half a century on, the list of Seiko’s achievements in this most challenging of watchmaking arenas – not to mention most popular – remains distinguished to say the least. The first use of titanium, the accordion-style strap that’ll fit over a wetsuit, the two-layer case construction… All present and correct in this voluptuous new anniversary model, which also boasts the use of shockproof ceramic for the outer shell. Not for the faint-wristed. £2,750 seiko.co.uk
Oris Sixty Five Diver
Take the plunge
Back in 1965, Oris was getting in on the newfangled amateur diver’s market, thanks to the booming popularity of SCUBA technology. Its typically slick, under-the-radar effort is now getting long-overdue recognition thanks to 2015’s 50th-anniversary revival, with its gorgeous domed dial now in scratchproof crystal. And while they’re deliberately ‘patinated’ yellow for retro appeal, the numerals are now in burning SuperLuminova rather than carcinogenic radium, which is handy. £1,150 oris.ch
Diving watches are a cult genre in themselves – and like the SUVs of Chelsea, rarely see any of the action for which they’re intended. But when it comes to going overboard, these three water babies will step up to the plate, flippers firmly affixed.
Franc Vila FVi62 Intrepido Diver’s SuperLigero Manufacture
Panerai PAM 616 Carbotech
Panerai’s iconic, cushion-shaped diving watches first appeared in 1935, commissioned by the Italian navy’s Regia Marina frogmen. Back then, Panerai was just a naval equipment manufacturer – it was Rolex who made the watches for them. But these days, under Richemont custody, the flashlights and depth gauges have long fallen overboard in favour of top-flight, in-house-manufactured timepieces spiked with serious tech. This new version of the Submersible Luminor boasts a Batman-worthy case of composite carbon fibre compressed with a high-end polymer, PEEK (Polyether Ether Ketone), where every example is distinguished by a totally unique array of stripes. Ultra-light, scratch-resistant and über-cool to boot. £12,700 panerai.com
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Proving that luxury watches can still be rock solid instruments for men of action, the uncompromisingly bold stylings of Franc Vila have been applied to a titanium deep-sea diver, with superluminova in blue – the last colour to be visible to the human eye as you plunge the depths. If you’d rather take a diving bell, it’s up for the job too, as its helium escape valve allows the helium atoms that enter the watch case in a bathyscaphe’s unique air mix to leak out as you depressurize, preventing the crystal from ‘popping’out suddenly. £10,000 francvila.com
Rolex Yacht-Master
Step forward the poster boy for all things rugged, reliable and solid as a rock: Rolex, whose latest sailing watch was a highlight of Baselworld trade fair in March. The case alone is a luscious combination of fade-resistant Everose gold cast in Rolex’s in-house foundry (what, don’t you have a foundry at home?) and scratchproof ceramic.The ‘rubber’strap is actually Oysterflex – a blade of titanium and nickel alloy, overmoulded with elastomer, and just as tough as a Rolex bracelet, which is very tough indeed. £16,650 rolex.com
IWC Portugieser Yacht Club Worldtimer
In the 1930s, two Portuguese tradesmen decided that a pocket chronometer would be handier on the wrist – not to mention infinitely more readable – than the wristwatches of the time, no matter how choppy it was on deck. So IWC acquiesced with the Portugieser – a broad-faced pocket watch with straps attached that’s still going strong 75 years on. This year’s crisp, salty-haired Yacht Club version brings a worldtimer function to the mix, presumably for the more adventurous, dateline-hopping sailors of the Volvo Ocean Race, which IWC sponsors. £7,500 iwc.com
Maurice Lacroix Pontos S Regatta
Splice the mainsail Above the waves and all hands on deck, sporting yachtsmen finds themselves with a very particular set of horological needs – those of comfort, resistance to salt from sweat and seawater, easy legibility and occasionally a regatta countdown timer. Here are three watches that meet them head-on.
Bremont Team Oracle USA
Every regatta involves a preliminary stage where boats jostle for the start line, only being allowed across on the gun. It means that skippers need to time their arrival at the line down to the second, from T-minus however minutes. Maurice Lacroix is the latest member of this world, its Pontos Regatta being a hit at this March’s Baselworld trade fair thanks to its minute-by-minute indicator being framed by a utilitarian dial as bright as a spinnaker and as readable as a flag. The case is worthy of the America’s Cup too, being forged from carbon fibre. £5,800 mauricelacroix.com
It’s an open secret that despite Bremont’s aviator credentials, Giles English – one half of the sibling duo that founded the British watchmaker in 2002 – is mad on boats, having studied ship science at Southampton University. So it was only a matter of time before his brand set sail – though no one quite expected it to be in such style. Not only is Bremont keeping time for the America’s Cup in 2017, it has also partnered with the defending Oracle USA team, whose sailors will be sporting this bright and breezy take on the Supermarine S2000, with added GMT function. From £3,995 bremont.com
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Arnold & Son DTE
London’s John Arnold and his son were considered the fathers of modern marine timekeeping, establishing themselves as official suppliers to the Royal Navy in the 18th century and inventing the highly precise detent escapement.The brand’s modern incarnation is a particularly innovative tribute act, if you like, based out of Switzerland’s clever-clever La Joux-Perret movement maker, while the double-tourbillon DTE is a spectacular hat-tip to the work Arnold carried out with Paris’s auteur watchmaker, Breguet, whose tourbillon invention found its way into Arnold’s chronometers. You can see one at the British Museum, just around the corner from Arnold’s old workshop. £128,400 arnoldandson.com
Captain on the bridge The chronometer and much of the tech ticking inside your watch all stem from Britannia’s need to rule the waves in a precisely navigable manner, back in the 19th century. And today’s watchmakers haven’t forgotten…
Ulysse Nardin Marine Chronometer
It wasn’t just Britain that excelled at making chronometers in the 18th and 19th centuries – the Swiss were at it too. £23,400 ulyssenardin.com
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Swatch Scuba Libre
Not only is the Swatch Watch still cool, it’s still very much entrenched in the world’s finest watch collections – probably because that’s how the wealthiest got into watches in the first place. It simply can’t be beaten for value or fun, and in the case of the Scuba Libre there’s genuine coastal practicality in the bargain too, with a (yes, still plastic) case good to 200m. Like a pair of Havaianas, it could be the most democratic luxury product on the waterfront. £57 swatch.com
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore
Like the Swatch Watch, you can guarantee that there’ll be an Offshore in every collector’s sock drawer too. And on the wrist of pretty much every Persol-wearing, Monaco-dwelling, Riva-owning gadabout. A beefier chronograph version of the immortal Royal Oak, it has been subtly tweaked to perfection since 1993, and the Blancpain movement inside is a classic, based on the old F. Piguet design.This white-on-white version is pure, unabashed Riviera chic – like a roof-down Lamborghini parked across two spaces outside the yacht club. £30,500 audemarspiguet.com
Beach bunnies The ‘holiday watch’ decision can be a tricky one – the daily ticker won’t cut it beyond the office, and that same-old weekend watch feels a bit plain in combination with those natty board shorts you’ve just bought. So remember: fun, colourful, water resistant, and just that little bit flashier than you’d normally dare.
Breguet Marine ref. 5823
On October 27 1815, King Louis XVIII appointed Abraham-Louis Breguet as chronometer-maker to the French royal navy. To mark the bicentenary is this handsome chronograph – the Marine Chronographe reference 5823 200 ans de Marine, limited to a highly desirable 200 pieces. It may have a hand-guilloché gold rotor, a gold dial and platinum case, with an exquisitely hand-finished movement, but that rubber strap speaks the truth: it really is fit for a dip – to 100m if necessary. If we’re honest though, it’ll look better with a Martini than a pair of Speedos. £38,800 breguet.com
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Nomos Glashütte Ahoi Atlantik
Being German, Nomos is a pragmatic brand with a sideways sense of humour – hence the fact that its very first water-resistant piece is pitched as a swimmer’s, not diver’s watch. Its strap is even inspired by the woven bands that your municipal pool’s locker keys are attached too. Nomos’s designers being Berliner, the rest of the Ahoi Atlantik is sublimely designed, pumping up the brand’s Bauhaus aesthetic just enough to feel fit for splashing about and setting it off with a matt-blue dial that positively reeks of chlorine – in a good way. £2,600 nomos-glashuette.com
“The wildlife in all these places never ceases to surprise me. The human life aboard, however, is all too predictable”
Outrageous Fortune
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Tim Walker is our Editor At Large. You can contact him at Tim@tempusmagazine.com or on twitter @timwalker
am writing this at latitude 1° 16.4 south and longitude 118° 52.8 east, en route to Borneo. There are no signs of human life and I am in a mild grump because the Silver Discoverer has run out of blueberries. There is something gloriously absurd about cruising in remote waters, where, as the dolphins and flying fish periodically breach the surface of the sea to view us, we go about our time-honoured social rituals. I am a veteran now of expedition class vessels, having sailed to Antarctica and the Galapagos islands. The wildlife in all of these places never ceases to surprise me.The human life aboard the ships is, however, all too predictable. The latter divides into clearly defined species. The dominant member is Mr Big Shot.This is the man – or sometimes it may be a woman – who feels the need to acquaint everybody on board with his importance. He has a very loud voice and is a frightful boor and not normally very important at all. His arrival at breakfast, lunch or dinner invariably results in the other species scattering. Then there is Mr and Mrs Angry. They are spectacularly aggressive, but, mercifully, only to each other.They come in pairs and sit in a furious, alcohol-induced stupor over breakfast, not uttering a single syllable, but, with a few glasses of booze down their necks, they bicker noisily over lunch. This reaches a deafening crescendo at dinner and after-dinner drinks. They are always drawn to places miles away from anywhere, but never quite manage to acknowledge that what they really crave is to be miles away from each other. Mr, Mrs or Miss Complainer is also to be found aboard every cruise. This one is often a
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lawyer, whose natural habitat is uptown New York. He/she is given to compiling inordinately long lists of faults in the standard of service received. If he or she manages to commune successfully with other species, there is soon talk of class actions. The Complainer can be placated only by compensatory packages, which invariably result in these individuals being continually at sea, a bit like Flying Dutchmen, and thereby complaining for all eternity. There is also Mr Friendly Drunk, who is invariably and beguilingly entertaining during the day, but has a nasty tendency to metamorphose into Mr Nasty Letch in the evenings, causing a great flap among the females on board. Mr and Miss Gold-digger also pose dangers. This breed prey on the many wealthy unattached widows and widowers who fritter away their time and cash on six-star cruising. The prey is identified with lightning precision and speed by the prospective predator, the hallmarks being the couture gowns and D-cut diamonds on display at the captain’s welcome cocktail party. As for myself, I suppose I belong to the cumbersomely named Mr Please Let Me Get On and Finish My Book species. Its members have an extraordinary ability to hide themselves away in remote parts of the vessel and remain undiscovered and undisturbed for days on end. They are probably the most placid of all the species and almost certainly the happiest. I realise, by the way, I haven’t now seen a dolphin or a flying fish for more than an hour now. It may well be that this floating zoo that I am a part of doesn’t make a very edifying spectacle.
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By Peter Dean
ith the fine weather comes a new set of drinking rules. The fine red wine stays in the cave, the whites, rosés and sparklings start crowding the fridge, and there is fresh fruit simply everywhere. Whether you are holidaying or spending more time al fresco, summer is a time for trying something new. Experiment with cocktails and new kinds of serves. Entertain your loved ones with drinks that match summer’s new array of tastes, textures and colours. Let your garden ripple to the sound of popping corks and laughter. Peter Dean, Tempus’s ‘designated drinker’ asked a sommelier, a broker, a retailer, an ambassador and a head bartender for their tips on what we should be drinking this summer.
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A wine for every occasion Whether it’s a picnic at Gyndebourne or entertaining guests in the garden, summer is full of opportunities to drink delicious, chilled wine. Harrods’ wine buyer, Edward Gerard, offers up his suggestions for wine to make any event go with a swing.
Edward Gerard started his career cycling cases of fine wine round the SW1 and SW3 postcodes. Some 13 years later, after a stint in the USA and having extensively travelled and tasted his way around the wine world, he finds himself with the enviable job of selecting the vast range available in the Wine Rooms at Harrods.
The British summer is a wonderfully social time of the year, with barbecues galore, village fetes up and down the country and a multitude of social calendar events, from Wimbledon to Glyndebourne. Glasses will be clinking and merriment will be had all round... but what should we be drinking? For me it depends on the occasion, the company and the food. If you are at Royal Ascot or the Henley Regatta then I would suggest you will likely be enveloped in a crescendo of corks popping from Champagne bottles, and my pick for the discerning palate would be the exquisite cuvee Louise B from family-owned Goutorbe Boillot, which at £39.95 over-delivers with every sip. For those who enjoy al fresco dining and want the perfect accompaniment to fresh salads – as well as cold meats and fish – then I’d look towards a white burgundy and would plump for the 2014 Montagny Les Bassets from Chateau de Chamilly which is brimming with the gorgeous yellow stone fruit of peaches and apricots, and carries a minerality and poise that you would expect from Chassagne Montrachet. As for a red, I would choose our 2014 The Crusher Pinot Noir, which comes from California and is utterly delicious. With notes of wild raspberries and cherries that positively erupt from the glass, it draws you in to a more complex bouquet, with smoky notes and hints of fennel seeds and herbs. This fabulous red can be served slightly chilled as part of a picnic, but will feel equally at home pairing with poultry fresh off the barbecue.
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As for rosé fans, there are a number that I enjoy but the king is still the Domaines Ott Clos Mireille Rosé 2014. With its iconic bottle and purity of flavours it is hard to beat on a hot summer’s day. We have also just started stocking a ‘secret’ rosé from Italy that you will have to come to the Harrods Wine Rooms to discover. And last but certainly not least… If you are supporting your mother manning the bric-abrac stall at your village fete, as I was a couple of weeks back, then I would highly recommend the delightful Penfolds Koonunga Hill Autumn Riesling. With its clean and crisp hints of lime, preserved lemons and slightly richer notes of lemon curd, it makes an ideal aperitif on a hot summer’s day and was a revelation for my mother and her friends.
The Harrods wine selection Cuvée Louise B. NV, Goutorbe-Bouillot (£39.95) Montagny Les Bassets, Chateau de Chamilly (£17.50) The Crusher Pinot Noir 2014, Wilson (£14.50) Clos Mireille Rosé 2013, Domaines Ott (£38.50) Penfolds Koonunga Hill Autumn Riesling (£13.05)
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A new kind of cool Low-alcohol cocktails and anything with a bitter edge are all the rage with London’s lounge lizards this summer. Jordan Griffin, head bartender at Hubbard & Bell (Soho House), reveals two exclusive recipes so you can shake and stir them yourself into the wee small hours.
There are two kinds of drinkers: those who drink cocktails because they think they’re going to get them drunk, and those who genuinely appreciate a well-balanced tasty drink, not worrying about the alcohol percentage.The latter group is growing, so this summer we’re seeing the rise of low-alcohol cocktails, with vermouth leading the way. Not only are bartenders alternating their choice of vermouth in classic cocktails, it is also being used as the base spirit in a wide variety of summer drinks. Essentially, vermouth is an aromatised and fortified wine flavoured with various botanicals. With an average ABV of 16-18% and the versatility of use between the different styles, (dry, white, red, rosé) vermouth is the perfect light summer ‘spirit’. Similar to the craft beer
craze that has happened (or is still happening), craft vermouth distillers are popping up all over the world, not just in France or Italy. Gone are the days of Martini Rosso being the inevitable go-to sweetener of a Manhattan. Bartenders are opening up to using alternative vermouths for different flavour profiles. A few new vermouths to mention are Regal Rouge from Australia and The Collector from Somerset in the UK, although my personal favourite is new to the category and, interestingly, comes from the depths of the Black Forest in south Germany. Belsazar vermouth has four varieties that are packed full of flavour and can be used as an alternative cocktail ingredient and a light base spirit. This brings me to my first recipe, which is a great low-alcohol summer spritzer.
London Fields 35ml Belsazar Dry 20ml Chamomile cordial* 10ml lemon juice Top with soda Build all ingredients in a wine glass with cubed ice, top with soda and garnish with dehydrated lemon. *To make the Chamomile cordial: 18g Chamomile tea, 200ml boiling water, 200g caster sugar, 2g malic acid, 2g tartaric acid
Growing up near Ipswich, Jordan Griffin’s cocktail education amounted to 2for1 strawberry daiquiris and Long Island iced teas. Having designed the menu at Shoreditch’s Mr Buckley, which included seasonal fennel shrubs and bacon-infused bourbon whiskey, he caught the eye of Soho House, where he will be the head bartender at the new venue. In the meantime, both of Jordan’s cocktails can be found on the menu at Hubbard & Bell (open 7am2am). Part of the Soho House group, Hubbard & Bell opened in September 2014 and is situated at 199-206 High Holborn, London WC1V 7BD, underneath the Hoxton Hotel.
Drink trends can never be trends unless drinkers buy into the idea of change. That percentage of people I mentioned earlier, who are less concerned with cocktails as a way of
getting drunk, are also changing the way we keep cool. Bitter is the new way of refreshing ourselves this summer. Sweet summer cocktails are a thing of the past and bitter aperitifs are being drunk before, during and after dinner. There’s nothing I like more than a bitter Negroni (gin, Campari and sweet vermouth) in the sun, and it seems more and more people share this feeling. Similar to vermouths, the versatility of bitterness excites any bartender. Spending a lot of time in France as a child and regularly returning to Paris, I have a soft spot for anything French. Therefore, my top bitter aperitif is Suze. This bitter-sweet aperitif is packed full of floral gentian and is used as an ingredient in another cocktail on our menu, a twist in a classic Tuxedo. Served straight up, this herbaceous floral drink is the perfect summer Martini. It’s a favourite of many cocktail connoisseurs on both sides of the bar in Hubbard & Bell.
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Tuxedo 35ml Bombay Sapphire 25ml Cocchi Americano 10ml Suze 10ml maraschino 2 dashes Pimento Bitters Stir over ice, strain into a Martini glass and garnish with a dried rosebud.
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Why Champagne is ‘growing up’ This summer sees a new breed of artisanal Champagne, maker exporting a gorgeous diversity of flavours and fizzes to our ever-eager palates. Berry Bros & Rudd’s champagne buyer, Simon Field MW, has been to the area to discover why Champagne is finally ‘growing up’.
Simon Field was a chartered accountant at KPMG before he ‘saw the light’ and joined the wine trade 20 years ago. Starting with Berry Bros & Rudd in 1998, he worked his way up to become a buyer and now sources wine from Spain, Portugal, England and France, where he specialises in Champagne, Languedoc Roussillon, Provence, Rhone and the South West. As a Master of Wine he regularly teaches classes at the BBR Wine School.
The world of Champagne is changing – slowly, gradually and discretely I grant you, –but definitely for the better, very much like many of its wines in point of fact. A glorious fizzy paradox dictates that the hegemony hitherto enjoyed by the big houses has persisted in Champagne for far longer than in other regions; Burgundy being the most obvious and nearest example, mainly because the quality of its wines has been so good. As a consequence, the growers themselves have, for a variety of reasons, been happy to sell their grapes to the Moets and Laurent Perriers of this world, gleaning a degree of vicarious satisfaction from the fact that the end product will be well presented, well marketed and, in general, very pleasant to drink. And the premium in pricing that Champagne has had over its global sparkling competitors for so long means two things: first a very agreeable living and, second, land prices that ensure a more than satisfactorily retirement for those who are lucky enough to own properties in the designated region. All well and good, but maybe not very exciting. Champagne may only cover 34,000 hectares, but within this there are three clearly defined regions and extraordinary differences in terrain, aspect and terroir, not to mention winemaking techniques.
The big houses, which we are no longer officially supposed to call Grandes Marques, benefit from economies of scale, most significantly to facilitate sourcing fruit from across the region in an effort to mitigate the marginal climate and sometimes quite localised weather conditions.The consequence of this, of course, has been that consistency has won over diversity. It’s only in the past few years that the growers have developed a self-belief and commercial awareness to start up on their own, to take a road that is far more challenging than merely selling grapes to that persuasive gentleman from Lanson. The results are,by turn,fascinating and revealing, demonstrating as they do the multiplicity of styles that are now clearly discernible in this most fascinating of regions. From the inaugural and highly successful Berry Bros & Rudd Artisan Champagne tasting, held recently at The Vintners’ Hall, I would recommend three wines in particular: the rich and savoury Blanc de Noirs from Eric Rodez, the refined aperitif Blanc de Blancs 2006 from Guy Larmandier and the supremely complex Cuvée 738 from our dynamic friends at Champagne Jacquesson. All three demonstrate eloquently why Champagne is now the most exciting wine region in France.
Simon Field’s Berry Bros & Rudd Champagne selection
year, in this case 2010, which makes up 70% of the assemblage, and then adding generous reserve wines, mainly from 2009 and the excellent 2008 vintage, which in turn add weight and texture. The nose is flinty with notes of honey, verbena and blossom, complemented by a palate that sings a stone-fruit hymn, with hints of hazelnut and almond at the back of the palate.
Champagne Rodez, Blanc de Noirs Grand Cru (£37.95) The attractive light copper tinge to this presages the dark red fruit of this pure pinot noir Champagne, given just a little depth by a well-judged use of old oak (75%), which does not overpower the fruit. This oak-ageing, combined with partial malolactic fermentation, results in a Champagne that maintains a high degree of freshness to offset the weight of the fruit from Ambonnay. Jacquesson, Cuvee 738 (£43.95) Jacquesson’s Champagne Cuvée 738 continues the extremely successful policy of segregating wines by base
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Guy Larmandier, Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs (£42.95) The 2006 Cramant has a delightful nose of apple charlotte, almond and praline; the palate underlines the elegance for which this famous Grand Cru village is famous, with citric freshness, an exuberant mousse and a fantastically refreshing finish. Gently buttery with a soft and almost tropical core, this outstanding example comes from the Vertus scion of the Larmandier family and rehearses all the virtues of the finest Champagne.
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A fine pairing Matching fine wine with food is an acquired skill. For Mirko Benzo, head sommelier at The Connaught, pairing wines with the complex summer dishes of Hélène Darroze is an even greater challenge. For most of us mere cooks, trying to pick wines that work with a three-course dinner is a hugely complex task at any time of the year. Come summer there is a whole new array of ingredients with unique colours, tastes and textures to work with, plus the added difficulty that we are one wine colour down – the chunky reds that get us through the winter have to make way for the crisp whites and rosés that both the food and our guests demand. Tempus asked Mirko Benzo to explain the thinking behind the wines he pairs with Hélène Darroze’s favourite summer dishes.
Oyster 'Fine de Claire' - caviar, white beans Champagne Reliance Franck Pascal N.V. Franck Pascal is a bio-dynamic wine grower who has four hectares in the Vallée de la Marne. He works principally with pinot meunier, and also pinot noir and chardonnay. He currently produces four Champagnes: Reliance,Tolérance, Harmonie and Quinte Essence. Reliance is a convivial fizz, perfect for starting a summer meal that you’d serve to your friends and family. It also goes well with seafood and the saltiness of the caviar.
Salmon - fennel, lime, horseradish Cuvee Bellugue Rosé Chateau La Coste, 2012 This is an iconic summer wine, a rosé from Provence that is perfect for all gastronomic food. This wine is marked by a finesse and minerality – white fruits dominate alongside floral notes. It works well against the rich oiliness of the salmon and highlights the other flavours beautifully.
Asparagus - morel, ricotta, olive oil
Mirko Benzo is head sommelier at The Connaught, where he has been based for five years. Before then he was the sommelier at Milan’s Trussardi alla Scala. Hélène Darroze has just been named Veuve Clicquot World Best Female Chef, 2015.
Sauvignon Blanc Seresin, 2010 We go to Marlborough in New Zealand to discover another organic producer. Organically and bio-dynamically grown, the grapes from the Seresin estate are transformed into artisan wines through gentle, traditional winemaking. This sauvignon blanc displays passion fruit and herbaceous notes on the nose, with a chalky mineral complexity. The palate is finely textured with ripe gooseberry, tropical fruit and citrus notes, framed by a fresh acidity to create a persistent
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Scallop - tandoori, carrot, citrus, coriander Atanasius, Gut Oggau, 2012 The market town of Oggau, located at Lake Neusiedl in the Austrian province Burgenland, is a wine-growing village famous for its quality. Thanks to the bio-dynamic winemaking process and a focus on the essentials, Gut Oggau produces a small selection of authentic, typical regional wines. This red wine, made from zweigelt and blaufränkisch grapes, is perfect for our summer meal. It has a charming and accessible scent; open, affectionate and gentle. Very attractive on the palate, not shallow, it has a developed structure, is confident and full of youthful spirit.
Savarin Armagnac - raspberry, pepper Jurançon Moelleux, Domaine De Souch, 2012 We finish our gastronomic trip with a glass of Jurançon Moelleux. Situated near Pau and the Pyrénées mountains in the south west of France, Domaine de Souch is a 6.5-hectare wine estate. Since 1994 the vines have had no chemical treatments of any kind and are taken care of in the traditional way. There are three different grape varieties planted: petit manseng, gros manseng and courbu. This sweet wine is golden in colour, the nose is floral and elegant with hints of honey and vanilla.The mouth feel is pure and well balanced, with exotic fruits aromas, a perfect match for the raspberry and pepper flavours of this dessert, with a long and persistent finish.
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Summer Scotch Malt whisky is no longer a fireside drink reserved for winter, argues Donald Colville, Diageo’s global malt ambassador. Its flavour profile makes it the perfect base to experiment with, especially in summer.
Donald Colville has been Diageo’s global Scotch whisky ambassador for five years, but has worked in the whisky industry for more than 14 years. His family’s association with whisky goes back much farther with his great grandfather’s distillery, Dalintober, selling whisky to John Walker & Sons.
As an ambassador for Diageo’s wide range of classic malts, including Dalwhinnie, Talisker and Lagavulin, Donald Colville could easily sit back and let the spirits do the talking. Far from it. He believes in mixing reverence to some of the best whiskies in the world with a contemporary creativity that has seen many flavour-led innovations hit the market. Here’s a man who’s just as at home with a Talisker and fresh oysters or a frozen Lagavulin served with sticky toffee pudding. “Sometimes whisky can be too robust for some people,” he explains “which is why you may need to cut it with ice or add water, much the same as with every summer drink. The old mentality is that it is sacrilege to add water, ice or mixers, but there is a need to change that way of thinking because there is just so much flavour to play around with.” Donald believes in personal choice and experimentation. “I recently tried a Lagavulin
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16-year-old with Coca-Cola and three dashes of orange bitters, and it was gorgeous. Would you buy a £200 bottle and cut it with CocaCola? Not necessarily, but you can push the line. It is still OK, the choice is yours. There is a no real line as to how old a whisky is before you shouldn’t mix. The line is different for each individual. “People buy the best Colombian coffee beans, make the purest coffee and then add milk and sugar. It doesn’t make it worse; it’s down to personal preference. The fact of the matter is that we make whisky that is so pure, so perfect that it can be drunk neat, but you don’t always have to drink it that way. I think it’s great to experiment. I was playing around with some Caol Ila 12-year-old, brown sugar and lemon bitters the other night, making an Old Fashioned. I love the fact that if you add grapefruit bitters instead of lemon bitters it makes it a very different drink.”
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Golden Delicious 50ml Cardhu Gold Reserve 20ml lemon juice 20ml orange juice 2 tbsp golden syrup water (equal quantities of golden syrup and hot water to make the solution; cool before mixing into the cocktail) Place all ingredients into a shaker. Shake hard. Strain into the Cardhu glass with cubed ice. Enjoy.
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Shift fat without the gym If you’ve left it too late to tone up in the gym before your summer holiday, don’t despair – you can follow the A-listers’ lead and try HYPOXI®, a non-invasive treatment that uses vacuum and pressure to shift stubborn fat deposits, rejuvenate skin tone and banish cellulite. Victoria Beckham and Robbie Williams are fans, while Cheryl Fernandez-Versini was so impressed she bought one for her house. The unique and targeted body shaping method was developed in the 1990s by Dr Norbert Egger and focuses on male and female problem areas, including fat pads on the stomach, hip, buttocks and thighs, as well as cellulite and weak connective tissue. Four different machines are used to activate fat, which is then flushed via the bloodstream and burned by the muscles, firming and toning in a few sessions. HYPOXI has studios in 40 countries, including several in London.Treatments cost £49 per session and £499 for a course of 12. hypoxi.net
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CitySwish mud wrap If you think you’re too busy to get smooth, lovely summer skin, then think again. At-home beauty and massage experts CitySwish recently launched its Remodelling Lymphatic Massage and Dead Sea Mud Wrap treatment, a full-body treatment that eliminates waste, boosts the immune system, reduces cellulite and increases metabolism. The relaxing contouring treatment takes an hour and can be performed in your own home with as little as an hour’s notice. Available for Londoners living in zones 1, 2 and 3. Treatment is £60 for 60 minutes. cityswish.com
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ritish men have long struggled to match the studied, casual elegance of their continental brothers – la sprezzatura, as the Italians put it. However, this summer’s looks for guys, combining as it does classic colours with clever details and the odd witty pattern, gives your typical British chap the chance to draw some admiring glances this summer. Match a large check shirt by classic British shirtmaker Turnbull & Asser with Oliver Spencer’s navy blue linen cargo shorts. Another home-grown brand, Wolsely, has a linen shortsleeved shirt in mid blue which is both modern and understated. Top it off with their chunkyknit cotton pullover. Wolsely also has a classic white shirt – a staple of any well-dressed man’s summer wardrobe. Striking and witty, Orlebar Brown has a pair of shorts bearing a panoramic image of Portofino, the chicest resort in northern Italy. Once you’ve got a bit of a tan opt for Vilebrequin swim shorts in bright orange or yellow, or Band of Outsider’s short shorts in vivid red. For something more fashion forward,Valentino has a classic T in a camouflage pattern, while Levi’s is characteristically retro, with red stripes and blue trim. Lastly, flip-flops don’t have to look cheap and garish. The spiritual home of preppiness, Brooks Brothers, has an elegant pair in leather with check straps. Match them with the label’s own Ray-Ban Wayfarers, with its subtle inside stripe – the very essence of la sprezzatura.
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How to Choose the Perfect Wedding Ring By Ruth Donaldson
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rma Bombeck came up with the typically humorous quote: “For years my wedding ring has done its job. It has led me not into temptation. It has reminded my husband numerous times at parties that it’s time to go home. It has been a source of relief to a dinner companion. It has been a status symbol in the maternity ward.” All this for a simple round band. But for those searching for a wedding ring, it can be the same as having children; time-consuming and expensive. I have helped many couples to choose their perfect wedding rings – each is unique in their requirements, but there are some fundamentals that apply to everyone and will help make the process relaxed, enjoyable and special. Here are my recommendations for choosing the perfect rings: One – You want to ensure the wedding ring fits around the engagement ring snugly. Consider having the wedding ring specifically contoured to your engagement ring – this will ensure a perfect fit. You might even share the style for the wedding ring so that they match. Two – Whether ornate or sleek and plain, it has to be wearable. Make sure it is a style you love because it is beautiful and can be worn daily, not as a novelty. Perhaps because there are thousands of different wedding ring
designs, many couples end up choosing simple court-shaped bands (curved on the outside – sometimes called ‘D’ profile) – as they are classic, elegant and comfortable. Three – Don’t skimp on quality as this is what will set your ring apart. There are many metals from which wedding rings are made, but only two really matter; gold and platinum. Precious and enduring, they don’t corrode and
wider bands. Shorter fingers often suit narrower widths. Ladies should also take into account the engagement ring already occupying space on the finger. Five – Fit is crucial. Any good retailer can measure your finger, but if you decide to do it yourself, be mindful that some of the cheap finger size gauges don’t reflect accurate sizes. Rings should slide on smoothly but firmly, with enough resistance over the knuckle to ensure it doesn’t slide off again. If the skin is being pinched in on the ring finger, it’s too tight. We might size a client’s finger twice, at different times, as fingers are prone to swelling. Six – Diamond bands always add extra glamour. The shape of the stones set in the band may be selected to match the shape of the stone in the engagement ring (which is often effective), while a complete contrast can also create a striking look. I recommend stones arranged all the way around the ring. are naturally white/yellow. If you can’t decide, This is simply because a round band will turn you could opt for a ring that utilises both to on the finger, and constantly having to twist the stunning effect. diamonds into position is irritating. Four – It always helps to take a good look Lastly, give yourself time to enjoy yourselves. at your hand shape. Previously, it was more It’s easier to select your perfect rings when traditional for men to wear wide bands, or signet you are in a relaxed environment. It is the rings. However, it has now been recognised one memory of your wedding day you will that this doesn’t suit all wearers. As a rule wear every day, so first enjoy the memory of of thumb; longer fingers can get away with finding them. Ruth Donaldson is the founder of Heirloom London, a unique personalised jewellery buying service. www.heirloomlondon.co.uk
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A sheet of cassis gelÊe laid over succulent venison and topped with pan-fried chanterelles was one of the stand-out dishes from threestar Michelin chef Klaus Erfort. The exclusive dinner was one of four held at the Fine Wines & Food Fair, a unique annual event hosted by Vila Vita Parc on the Algarve, which also included a Kitchen Party involving dozens of the world’s top chefs.
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Having brought us the world’s best gin, the Black Forest is now attempting to do the same with vermouth, writes Peter Dean. Belsazar is Europe’s hippest new vermouth that has got mixologists nodding in silent approval, and is challenging us to think differently about this sometimes neglected fortified wine. For a long time now vermouth is a drink that has sat gathering dust in the drinks cabinet, awaiting the rare moment when a cocktail or food recipe has required it to be dusted down and used, often sparingly; a bit like those jars of five spice. But Belsazar has created a vermouth that challenges those preconceptions. For starters, this is not one that hails from Cap d’Agde or the sunny Italian coastline, (like Noilly Prat or Martini). Belsazar is made on the edge of the Black Forest, the unfashionable part of Germany noted for its chocolate cake and bracing walks. But, in the same way that Monkey 47 – which is made close by – turned perceptions about gin-making on its head, so Belsazar is doing the same with vermouth. Here we have an artisanal approach that brings the craftsmanship small-scale production allows. There are four varieties – dry, red, rosé and white – that all taste superb on their own, or in cocktails. What is immediately striking is how different they taste from a traditional vermouth. The secret is in the mix of macerates, the quality of the wine from the nearby Zehringer winery (gutedel and spatburgunder rosé), the fruit brandy from the Schladerer empire and the use of grape must as natural sugars. The wine is then filtered slowly and aged in stone casks. The vermouth is not oxidised like Noilly Prat is, for example, by being left in huge wooden barrels by the sea. However, the artisanal approach does not come cheap; expect to pay up to three times the amount of a leading vermouth brand, but once you’ve had your eyes opened there’s not much chance of turning back.
Belsazar Vermouth Dry My favourite of the range is this complex, light, golden dry that is deceptive given its somewhat chunky 19% ABV. Sweet on the nose but dry on the tongue, it reminded me of simnel cake – marzipan, candied fruit, fresh yeast and coriander. It gives much more complexity to a classic Martini, with 50% vermouth to gin and some dashes of orange bitters.
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Belsazar Vermouth Red Looks like a really old Burgundy and tastes just as complex, with a spicy, almost medicinal nose, and warm caramel and cherries on the palette. Served in both a Manhattan and a classic Negroni, the richness powers through, with the wormwood, tonka bean and orange peel macerates particularly noticeable. Belsazar Vermouth Rosé Rare to get a rosé vermouth and rarer still to get one that has a unique raspberry taste. The secret is the raspberry fruit brandy from Schladerer (himbergeist) that mixes with tastes of red summer fruit, such as redcurrant, and grapefruit. We tried this served with German fizz, but mixed with Prosecco and soda, Aperol-style, would also work well, garnished with a raspberry. Belsazar White This sweet white vermouth is a real revelation, particularly when served just with tonic and a slice of orange, like a less alcoholic G&T. It is dark golden, hugely rich (180gms of sugar per litre) and with a real length and complexity that comes from the Gewurtztraminer base grape.The team has used ‘sweet reserve’ grape must as the sweetener, which helps make this unique wine a treat for any time of the day or night. £24.39 – £26.39 a 75cl bottle drinksupermarket.com
Bigger is best
Big celebrations demand bigger bottles, and there are not many more exciting occasions than when one dusts off in the cellar a Magnum, Jeroboam (or larger) of something rather special. Wine ages for longer in larger format bottles, of course, so a second growth Bordeaux – from 1955, for example – will be fresher and younger in taste than the same wine in a standard format. The place to go if you’re dining out that carries the world’s biggest collection of large-format bottles is Hospiz Alm in Austria. The restaurant that carries the largest collection in the UK is the Michelin-starred Bohemia in Jersey. Dimitri Marqueteau, the manager of Bohemia, spent months scouring large bottles across Europe before launching his Grand Formats list that includes Salmanazars (12 bottles) and the granddaddy of them all, Nebuchadnezzars, which are the equivalent of 20 bottles. These should not be attempted on one’s own, needless to say.
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Coming up for air
True to the Bauhaus philosophy of form following function, Riedel, the 300-year-old glassware business, has just released a stunning new range of grape varietal glassware called Superleggero. Completing the range is this gorgeous decanter, which uses the doubledecanting feature that the firm patented seven years ago. The wine gets a ‘double dose’ of oxygen because of the increased surface area of the decanter.
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A STARRY NIGHT
Three-star Michelin chef Klaus Erfort hosts an exclusive dinner at Ocean. I have been taught to always trust a man who is carrying an opened bottle of Krug towards you. Wise words, and so they proved as myself and 29 other lucky guests assembled at the entrance to Ocean, the two-star Michelin restaurant at Vila Vita Parc. A glass of Krug that is repeatedly refilled is the perfect start to any evening, especially under palm trees with some floating candles just beginning to glide around a black infinity pool, and the evening sun making everything look so special and fabulous. Amuse bouche and amuse garde began to circulate – wonderful combinations of tastes and textures that titillated the taste buds and teased you to switch off from the excited chatter around you and peer hopefully towards Ocean and the call to dinner. What was immediately clear from Klaus Erfort’s menu was its reference to the Atlantic Ocean, which stretches to the horizon through the restaurant’s large sliding-glass bay windows. From the tiny pearls of butter served in a seashell to the shell-shaped petit fours that concluded the meal – served nestled among a branch of
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coral – the meal was Erfort’s reverence to the gloriously fresh seafood that Portugal is forever blessed with. An oyster served with wasabi and a beetroot macaroon with foie gras cream is an unscheduled but perfect start to the main event.The first of the official courses is a disc of king prawn meat, with wafer-thin avocado layered on top, surrounded by tiny pools of dashi vinegar and decorated with minute swirls of piped avocado and ginger, crowned with crisped petals. This magnificent creation is topped by the tiniest piece of gold leaf, which draws the eye and whets the palate. The dishes are described in the menu with disarming simplicity. This is very welcome, as I feel that too often these days even the simplest menus read like recipe cards. Dish two is langoustine/sea salt/spring leek, which is giant of a langoustine, oven-roasted on a bed of sea salt and then placed on a wilted baby leek, the type that has been foraged for centuries in Iberia at this time of year, and then served with an emulsion of lemon balm. The wine pairings all evening are well judged, split between two from Herdade Dos Grous,
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a producer from Portugal’s Alentejano region, and two from the Pfalz’s Markus Schneider, and generously poured, which for those paying €295 a head makes the evening very good value. Anyone who has not yet understood sommeliers’ love of riesling could not fail to understand here when trying the 2012 Riesling Kirchenstuck that was served with the langoustine. It is a trocken, with a racy minerality that almost brings the langoustine back to life and cuts through the emulsion with precise effect. Thankfully, the winemaker who is in attendance has thoughtfully brought it with him in magnums. A petite pan-fried fillet of mullet follows on a bed of olive oil foam, accompanied by baby roasted artichokes and snippets of baby leaves. (This is served with a Herdade dos Grous reserve that matches the woodiness of the artichoke and opens out, somewhat more slowly than the food disappears from the plate.) The only meat course, ironically, could be the highlight of the evening – a stunning creation of mounded, shredded venison that has a sheet of cassis gelée laid on top which slowly melts across the plate, bringing with it some baby
chanterelles. It is genius, as is the wine-pairing, a 2004 Steinsatz Rotwein Cuvee from Schneider, which fits the dish perfectly from its benign forepalate to the well-aged and structured tannins that gets a hold of the meat juices at the back of your mouth. The fact that both dish and wine come from Germany makes sense too. The one dessert is a vacherin with lemon and yoghurt, served with a non-vintage demi-sec Pol Roger. It’s delicious, of course, but it has had a hard act to follow. Petit fours and coffee conclude. Although Klaus Erfort took star billing, the work of Ocean’s executive chef Hans Neuner and his team should not go unrecognised. The front of house seemed just as excited as us about being part of the event, which added to the sense of occasion, and they served this complex meal with just the right amount of theatricality. The Ocean restaurant itself has a stark elegance that is designed to act as a counterfoil to what is happening on your plate. It is hard indeed to resist gazing out to watch the lights and colours dip and change in the dramatic sky, and the Atlantic Ocean that seems to go on forever.
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Take dozens of award-winning international chefs working in one open space and each cooking one complicated dish – some involving open fire. Add a flight of world class winemakers, a handful of international press representatives, 300 paying guests, free-flowing champagne wine and spirits, and a pinch or two of egos (just perhaps). What could possibly go wrong? The Vila Vita Park Kitchen Party is actually a recipe for disaster. This highlight of the five-day Fine Wines & Food Fair could easily have turned into one giant food fight. It is to the credit of all concerned, particularly the team at VVP, that it goes off without a hitch. In fact, I’ll go further and say that this evening turns out to be one of the most innovative and enjoyable culinary experiences this writer has had in a long career. It is basically a flying gourmet dinner, where guests have direct access to top Portuguese and international chefs all cooking on live stations, as well as to leading wine producers and other gourmet products. As guests arrive they start to mingle in the evening sunshine and enjoy glasses of chilled Cuvee Diamant Champagne. Then, after an official opening from hotel MD Kurt Gillig, you visit whatever station your appetite takes you to and start to indulge yourself, with abandon. There is an immense array of dishes and breathtaking skill on show. Not only can you eat and drink to your heart’s content, you also have a rare opportunity of talking to the world’s top chefs and see how they prepare dishes. As the evening progresses they too start to mingle with each other, trading techniques and generally having a great time. It is truly unique. What is fascinating is how each chef has approached the event. Most serve up hugely complex, small dishes. Russell Bateman of Colette’s Restaurant at The Grove, for example, made asparagus panacotta, raw Orkney scallop with bean and pea salad, edible flowers and a sorrel gratin. But then Alfons Schuhbeck from Munich does a relatively simple spaghetti with tons of summer truffle. One stand-out dish is a shallot soup, where the shallots have first been baked in bread on a bed of hay. There is a jamon producer who only prepares 50 legs a year, the first of which is sent to the king of Spain, and is showing a jamon that is eight years old. There are desserts left, right and centre, aged ports and outstanding wines of every colour. It is not for nothing that a recent survey declared Portugal to be the most underrated wine producer in the world. This selection is amazing. The evening ends with cigars and digestifs under a starry sky, then DJs at a gin after-party. Wherever you are in May 2016, make sure it is here for what will be another memorable event.
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The Fine Wines & Food Fair is held at Vila Vita Parc, the secluded and luxurious five-star luxury resort on Portugal’s Algarve. Set on a 54-acre cliff-top site, VVP offers a range of accommodation, from single rooms through to private villas, all housed within the resort’s stunning and peaceful sub-tropical gardens. There are nine restaurants to choose from, including the two Michelin-star Ocean which has recently re-opened as part of a multi-million pound refurbishment. Expect to rub shoulders with international footballers on the 18-hole putting green, or mix with jet-setters in the spa or tennis courts. One of the many stand-out features is an 11,000-bottle wine cellar, where guests can have private dinners, selecting a special bottle from the many rare, aged Portuguese wines or the fabulous selection of ‘blue chip’ wines. They even have a Madeira from 1850 here.
Get there
Vila Vita Parc is a 20-minute drive from Faro airport.The resort runs a free transfer service. We travelled by British Airways business class that flies twice daily from Gatwick.
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Photo Opportunities Pictures tell a thousand words, so get your story straight and create the most interesting tale with this imaging equipment that is entirely up to scratch By Peter Jenkinson
The megapixel count has long been the standard for image quality, the higher the better. Anything between 12 and 20 will bring you plenty of quality – unless you’re planning billboard-sized reproductions. Most camera manufacturers are sticking WiFi in their devices too, which makes sharing images easier and offers a way for smartphone users, with the aid of an app, to control the camera remotely. The drone market continues to fly (sorry), sales are soaring (apologies) and whilst the still image quality contained in their cameras is commonly above 12 megapixels, their video footage quality excels. Almost all the new arrivals produce video footage of 4K (that’s four times the resolution of high definition) and the first 8K unit is set to appear in the coming months. Wearable cameras are growing in popularity too, with some new manufacturers on the scene. We’re moving away from the clip-on-andpress-play units to interesting technology inside devices that recognise changes in your environment and spring into recording mode. So, we’ll have cameras that can essentially take an image diary of our life as we get on with it - exciting times indeed.
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Increda-Pixels – Hasselblad H5D – 200cMS If it’s super-sized printable reproductions you’re after from digital images then you’ll need this incredible piece of kit. Offering 200 megapixels of detail, it’s a huge leap in resolution from almost every other camera and I found the detail eyepopping, in a good way, that is. There is plenty of technology packed away and the individual elements combine to make this an amazing allround camera from a brand that is guaranteed to get a conversation started. hasselblad.co.uk
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Shoulder holder – designer straps
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With 24 megapixels of sensor, this camera delivers sharper images than many I’ve seen with a much higher count. It is utterly impressive.The unit has a lot to live up to, and does so in spades. It’s a very tactile piece of gadgetry and it’s easy to enjoy its form for quite some time before moving onto its functionality. On board is an electronic viewfinder, touchsensitive LCD screen and a manual operating system for satisfying old-school style operation. The Q has both Wi-Fi and NFC connectivity for sharing and saving snaps, plus a dedicated app for remote shooting and viewing those highly detailed images. leica-cameras.com
You’ll not find a more eclectic array of camera straps, often the most overlooked part of any camera equipment collection. I’m delighted that I’ll never have to have a manufacturers’ brand emblazoned on my dull, dark-coloured number. A camera strap is one of the most important accessories you will ever invest in, and with the Riley brand it is very likely you’ll walk away with more than one. You’ll find yourself utterly spoilt for choice. rileygdesignworks.com
A tripod is an essential part of any photographic kit. I would say do not buy any other brand. It may sound like a Eurovision entry but this outfit is, without a shadow of doubt, the very best in the game. This outstanding all-round tripod is lightweight and highly durable. Your tripod search should end here. manfrotto.co.uk
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Closer to the action – Sigma 200-500mm lens
Thrill-seeker – GoPro Hero 4
If ever there was a time to stop sniffing at compact cameras, it’s right now. The launch of this one from Fuji redefines the game in this category. It isn’t just the pixel count (16.3 million since you asked) but the 0.08 second auto framing and the 1/32000 second shutter speed that really deliver. So from capturing speedy stuff to its ability to handle macro and portraits splendidly, it is certainly the one I’ll be taking away with me this summer. fujifilm.com
Almost the size of a baby whale, this whopper of a lens will have others visibly turning a shade of envious green and is most certainly the only lens anyone might ever need. Designed with safari and wildlife photography in mind, the Sigma offers some of the best image results you could expect, as well as exceptional detail, contrast and colour. It’s quite the beast. sigmaphoto.com
The lofty claims from this brand can all be backed up – this is the ultimate go-anywhere, do-anything, capture-all-your-adventures camera, all backed up with stunning image results. The GoPro has all manner of attachments so you can capture your bungee jump, deep-sea dive and morning commute, or you could of course just take some stills. Built-in WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity for total control from your smartphone or the included smart remote, this very respectable unit also takes Ultra High Definition video footage (that’s 4k) and I couldn’t have been more impressed. shop.gopro.com
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app of the month One tap transformations – App Watch – Camera+ With the vast majority of our images taken on smartphones it is essential to have the very next editing app. So here it is. Camera+ is excellent for playing around with your photos, and with frequent updates the app continually improves with new tools and fixes. Included in Camera+ is a stabiliser function that assists in steadying shots as you record, and a clarity function that analyses photos, makes intelligent adjustments and brings them to life. One to make space for on your home screen right away – sheer brilliance. campl.us
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Sometimes, in our green and pleasant land, we can look past Mother Nature as if she wasn’t there. It’s as if, in vast swathes of Britain, Mrs N throws on something quietly inconspicuous to blend into the background. The first thing you notice about Iceland is that the maternal bringer of the natural world looks staggeringly different here. Instead of quaint softness, when nature’s mum goes to Iceland she does so in outfits so strikingly powerful and jaw-dropping, it makes Lady Gaga look like a timid librarian. From the moment you arrive in Iceland you feel a sense of otherworldliness. There’s a kind of ancient magic in the air, and in every direction you turn a kind of Star Wars movie set expands into the distance. While we Brits complain about the changing seasons, the seasonality of Iceland is something else, with winters of no sunshine and summers of no night framing the vertical vistas. It ’s one of the most eye-opening experiences you’re likely to find in a new country. Iceland is a country with a fascinating history. Its land mass is only 20% smaller than England’s, yet it has only 0.6% of its population. It is bound tightly in Viking and Norse history and mythology, and was (and, by some, still is) said to have had mystical powers, with its strange geology
and microclimates. It’s also the home of one of the most welcoming and cool capital cities you’ll ever chance upon. Reykjavik is the world’s northernmost capital, nestled in the Faxaflói Bay and stretching out into the eclectic wilderness. Hundreds of years of steady growth has temporarily conquered the immediate Icelandic landscape, with architecture indicative of obvious Scandinavian and Russian influences, as well as hints of New England too. People are delightfully friendly – interested and interesting – and due to the unusual weather and sunlight patterns a kind of early morning outdooriness and very late night coffee shop culture has emerged. Here, you’re never more than a short walk from a geothermally heated swimming pool for pre-work chats, while locals appear to have a sleep constitution like I’ve never seen, as they burn candles at both ends, and some. However, for many, the main reason for visiting this strange and beautiful land is the Aurora Borealis, or the Northern Lights. Like the most spectacular lava lamp you’ll ever experience, the skies come to life with glorious technicolour swirls and explosions – something you’ll remember forever, celebrating the majesty of Mother Nature above the mountains, lakes and plains below. Iceland’s natural gifts and supernatural heritage have given the place something unlike anything you’ve ever been a part of.
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While genuinely high-end hotels are not commonplace in Iceland, contemporary living is the order of the day in Reykjavik, with smart, clean lines providing pleasingly stylish spaces for aesthetes. We chose the 101 Hotel, located in the eponymous downtown 101 district, due to its stellar reputation and visually arresting look, alongside its proximity to the bustling nightlife. Inside, the simplicity of good design provides a calmingly symmetrical space that contrasts beautifully with the rugged chaos of the Icelandic landscape. Rooms are spacious and come with latest technology, while the hotel’s amenities include splendid geothermal pools, a relaxing spa, an art gallery, and snowmobiles for hire. It’s the perfect spot to enjoy some modern living on an ancient island. 101hotel.is
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Seeing as the fishing industry props up Iceland’s economy, it should come as no surprise that seafood is an important part of Icelandic living. Stunning fresh fish restaurants are manifold, although rarely with an economy of scale in price. It’s worth exploring some of the more unusual local dishes, with the famous, though acquired taste, of fermented shark a must-try. However, for a weekend dining experience that tips into unforgettable territory, try Kolabrautin, an Italian/ Icelandic fusion eatery overlooking the harbour. With its birds-eye view of the city and its absolutely sensational combination of flavours, it is a pricey but worthwhile way to absorb the splendour of one of the most spectacular waterside cities you’ll ever visit. kolabrautin.is
Experience. No trip to Iceland would be complete without seeing the Northern Lights, but there are key times of year which are best for witnessing this incredible spectacle.The most likely time to be fortunate enough to see the sky come to life is between September and April, but even then it’s worth noting that they can be unpredictable. However, if you are smart enough to be there when there is some darkness at night, and fortunate enough for the celestial conditions to take place, then you’ll experience the most astonishing light show, framed around the kind of country made for such awe.
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If you’re more about breathtaking excitement, then take a high-speed trip along the white-water rapids a short distance from the capital city. The trip begins in the shallow part of the Hvita River, where the water is flat and calm, but as your boat moves upstream, the river becomes more narrow and basalt rocks begin to rise above you as your guides sails you on an intense and bumpy journey through the steep canyons and rapids. The graceful manoeuvring of the boat, intense speed and heart-stopping 360-degree turns are sure to please even the wildest of thrillseekers. But brace yourself – this is not for the faint-hearted. extremeiceland.is
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Iceland Air flies from multiple UK airports and offers an excellent business class service. icelandair.co.uk
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A spontaneous trip to Indonesia helped TV’s Ali Bastian rediscover the true nature of relaxation
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he phone rang a few weeks back – it was my little brother, Nick. I say little because in my head he still is six years old and I can definitely beat him in a BMX race. He is, in fact, 29 and despite my best efforts he is no longer willing to race me. (Secretly, I’m sure this is because he knows I’ll win.) I settle in for the usual . . . “Are you going home this weekend?” “What shall we do for Mum’s birthday?” “Have you got time to go out and buy something ... because I haven’t.” This was, however, a phone call with a difference. “Al, it’s happening ... I’m leaving my job and setting up my own advertising agency. I have
two weeks’ break and I need to get away. I’m thinking the Gili Islands. Are you in?” I’d never heard of the Gili Islands and had no idea where to find them. After about 20 seconds on Google Image I knew one thing for certain – I was in. Indonesia was the destination and the scatter of three Gili Islands are, in fact, a short boat ride from Lombok, which now has its own international airport. Gili Meno is the smallest and most secluded, Gili Trawangan the largest and, as I later discovered, the party island for gap year students. If you’re over 30 they probably won’t let you cross the border. After a little
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research we decided on Gili Air, and boy are we glad we did. Switch your phone off, leave your laptop at home and escape from it all on this beautiful, small but perfectly formed paradise island. At a leisurely pace you can stroll around the island in about 90 minutes. The only other ways to get around are by bike – which can be hired at most hotels – or you may choose to arrive at your hotel, as we did, by donkey and cart, which certainly added to the sense of adventure. The picture-perfect stretch of white sandy beaches are peppered with traditional home stays, backpackers’ bungalows and boutique
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Switch off your phone and escape from it all on this beautiful, small but perfectly formed paradise island
resorts; something for everyone. We chose the Sunrise Bungalows, a group of traditional Indonesian villas nestled in lush green gardens with panoramic sea and mountain views. Somewhere between luxury and backpacking accommodation, they offer a comfortable, rustic retreat that is both authentic and extremely inviting. For me, there is something about a return to this kind of simplicity that encourages another level of relaxation. Sleeping under mosquito nets, listening to the sound of the geckos and the gentle lapping of the ocean, I soon feel a million miles away from everything and so very
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happy in the knowledge that my little brother, tucked up in his bungalow next door, is getting exactly the kind of head space he needs before he embarks upon his next exciting chapter. Stand-alone restaurants are not a feature of the island but you will find plenty of dining options at the different hotels and a scattering of beach bars. Our favourite spot was the restaurant at Manta Dive, which served the more traditional Indonesian dishes such as nasi goreng and a delicious beef rending. Two weeks on a desert island, moving between my hammock with my nose in a good book and a splash in the warm, tropical turquoise sea is all the activity I need, but for the more active traveller there are endless things to do. The island boasts some of the best diving on Earth and there are a couple of diving schools offering Padi courses. Snorkelling by the reef is breathtaking and if you’re lucky you may find yourself having a magical swim with the turtles. Paddle-boarding and kite-surfing are other popular pursuits. One of the more unusual options offered is a course in free-diving. A three-day course teaches you the breathing techniques you’ll need to safely explore the ocean on a single breath at a depth of up to 40 metres. I ran into a couple who had been on the course and had absolutely loved it, so I promised myself I will do it next time I visit. As another cloudless day draws to a close on Gili, we hear that the best spot for the evening to grab a bean bag and listen to some live local music is at the Safari Bar. My brother and I leap onto our hire bikes to race up to the northern tip of the island to witness the spectacular sunset. He is six and I am ten, and we are pedalling as fast as our little legs can carry us, the cool breeze in our hair. I win … (Secretly, I know he let me.)
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In search of the Naked Fisherman Martin Roberts heads to St Lucia and finds himself embarking on a rather unusual mission … “They set off at 6.32 every day,” says our guide, over-precisely. “They lay their nets, then one of them jumps into the water completely naked and corrals the fish into the nets.” “Naked?” I ask, assuming a translation error. “Yes, naked. Starkers. Like the day they were born.” “Well, it brings new meaning to the term ‘fishing tackle’,” I think. “Can I meet them?” “Maybe,”says the guide, and he’s off on another tangent, pointing out bread fruit and sour oranges in the dense vegetation our open-top truck is bouncing through. I’m on a farm-to-table tour of St Lucia, part of a special gastronomy package offered by the outstanding Cap Maison Hotel. Already renowned for taking Caribbean luxury to the next level, the hotel has decided
to create a break specifically for food and wine enthusiasts. Initially cynical about the epicurean possibilities of the West Indies, I’m soon converted. Recollections of deep-fried plantains and corked red wine are replaced by one gourmet experience after another. Spearheading the initiative is Welsh-born Rastafarian executive chef Craig Jones. Originally from Colwyn Bay in north Wales, Craig moved to the Caribbean 18 years ago, soon after converting to Rastafarianism. He married a local girl on St Lucia and he’s now a well-recognised figure on the island. Weighing in at around 20 stone and with dreadlocks down to his waist, he is certainly unmistakable. Cap Maison is lucky to have such a loyal figurehead. In the world of cooking, staying in the same place for more than eight years as he has, is unusual.
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And boy does he tantalise the taste buds at the hotel’s various food and beverage outlets. From the jerk-roasted beef mignon and caramelised scallops served at the elegant fine dining restaurant Cliff at Cap, to meltingly fresh mahi mahi and Wagu beefburgers at the more casual Naked Fisherman restaurant on the hotel’s virtually private beach. “We named the restaurant after the local fishing legend,” says general manager Ross Stevenson, tantalisingly. “What? He really exists?” I probe, back in investigative journalist mode. “Of course,” he says. “Would you like to meet him?” “Would I.” “We can maybe arrange something before you leave.” “Anyway, how is the ceviche?” continues Ross, smirking slightly. The ceviche is, of course, exquisite. As is all the food. “So why bother with the whole gastronomy package tour thing?” I ask Ross. “It’s a chance for guests to see St Lucian food from field to plate,” he says. “From a farm in the hills to a barbecue on the beach.” “And how often do you have the option to have an executive chef cooking privately in your room for you?” How often indeed. But then how often do you stay in a room with a fully fitted kitchen and a dining table big enough to seat a small football team? At first I thought the private-rooftopswimming-pool-with-a-view-of-the-sea was an ostentatious step too far. But floating in the isolated serenity of my own bubbling haven, rum punch in hand, I acquiesced to the luxury. Cap Maison opened eight years ago on the upmarket northern tip of the island and has set the standard for elegant, friendly Caribbean boutique hotel luxury ever since. It just works. From the wind-cooled verandas and sunsets over the ocean, to double hammocks and candlelit restaurants. One morning, Craig prized me from my Eggs Benedict for a tour of Castries market. Dreadlocks packaged in to a large cotton sock on his head, but still wearing his chef ’s whites, he greeted one stallholder after another with a slightly Welshaccented “Yeah, man!” We rip apart strange-looking fruit and vegetables to sample their flavours, sniff exotic spices and decide to give the fish and meat area a wide berth. “The best fish is gone by 4am,” says Craig. “I guessed you would rather lie in.”
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I grab my dressing gown and run back to my room to get my camera. Sure enough, a small wooden fishing boat is making its way around the headland in front of the hotel. Memory full, my camera bleeps infuriatingly. By the time I’ve deleted some irrelevant photos the boat and its mysterious occupants have puttered their way out of my camera’s zoom range – the resulting grainy and slightly out of focus photo reminds me of that famous shot of the Loch Ness Monster. “Are they naked ...?” I mutter. “That person at the back looks like he’s just taking off his shorts ... ” But I can’t quite make it out. It’s my final night and I’m in the Cap Maison wine cellars with food and beverage manager Jasper Kok. They do a special wine-tasting every Friday evening to showcase some of the fine wines on offer at the hotel. “We’ve helped to change the kind of wine that is available in the Caribbean nowadays,” Jasper says. “They used to sit on the dockside in superheated containers, but now they come over from Europe in refrigerated packages and are in as good a condition as you’d find in London or Paris.” We rifle through the collection. Petrus 1996. Chateau d’Yquem 1997. Bollinger Vieilles Vignes Francaises 1999. Chateau Beaucastel. Condrieu 2007. Cahteau Margaux 2004 … It’s an impressive list. Even the mini bar in my suite is stocked with Berry Brothers & Rudd’s ever popular Good Ordinary Claret and Chablis 1er Cru. The tasting evening pairs slightly lesser but still deliciously enjoyable wines, beers, port, sherry and Champagne with specialty cheeses, meats and creamy risotto. There’s a message from reception on my phone when I get back to my room. “Your taxi arrives at 8:15 in the morning. The fishermen will be waiting for you at the dock.” If it hadn’t been for the second glass of Tokaji Aszu from Hungary and the Els Jelipins low intervention Sumoll from Spain, I wouldn’t have been able to sleep a wink. The following morning, fresh omelette gobbled, I head down to the fishing village of Gros Islet. Famous for its Friday night Jump Up street party, it’s now sleepy and quiet. A group of fishermen are clearing seaweed from their nets on the dockside. “Have you seen the Naked Fisherman?” I ask Christopher Ferdinand, who seems to be in charge. He stares at me, blankly. His colleague, Ted, comes over.
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“He’s asking about the Naked Fisherman,” says Christopher.. “No such person,” says Ted. But they share a look. Out of the corner of my eye, I see a fisherman on a moored boat hitching up his shorts. On my way back to the hotel, Charlie, my taxi driver, tells me that Christopher is on the Board of the Gros Islet Fishermans Association. “He couldn’t tell you, even if it was true,” Charlie says. My conclusion? When it comes to the Naked Fisherman, I think there is something of a cover up going on.
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He’s right. I like fish, but not that much. “But if you want to see the Naked Fisherman, you’re going to have to get up early,” he teases. I’m beginning to think this whole thing is a wind-up. Back in my hotel suite, Craig is demonstrating how to turn the raw ingredients we gathered from the market into dishes fit for one of his menus. Local crayfish is sautéed in coconut oil and served with a green mango, anise and pumpkin salad. Craig effortlessly blends cane sugar, pumpkin seed oil and lime juice into dressing that takes it to another culinary level. That afternoon in the hotel’s spa I’m rubbed in a salt and vanilla essence potion and then massaged with cocoa oil. Apparently it’s good for me. I spend the next two hours smelling like a Toblerone. Later that evening we are introduced to Robinson, the hotel’s rummelier (like a sommelier, but for rum). Admitting that my previous rum-tasting experience is limited to Bacardi and coke, I have my palate singed by a series of increasingly fiery and then mellow spirits. “You might want some water with that one,” says Robinson, as I do a cartoon exhale, half expecting smoke to billow from my mouth. “It’s 53% proof!” That evening we are eating at Rock Maison, a large private dining area built on decking on a promontory just below the main restaurant.They zip wire Champagne and aperitifs down to us as we stare out at the gently crashing waves, and up at the star-filled sky. “We’ve had 29 proposals here,” says Jasmine Kouly, the assistant food and beverage manager. “We send the ring down the zip wire, attached to a red rose and a bottle of Champagne,” she explains. “So far, all the girls have said yes.” No kidding. The next evening, at the delightful Rainforest Hideaway restaurant in the equally delightful Marigot Bay, we sample lionfish. Sharing the initial appeal of being offered a rattlesnake sandwich, once you realise it’s carefully prepared and de-poisoned, it becomes an intriguing gastronomic experience. In fact their escalation to a culinary ‘must try’ is helping provide a valuable additional source of income to local fishermen and helps control the spread of what is becoming an unwelcome and problematic predator. The following morning I’m taking a dip in one of the hotel’s infinity pools when I hear the familiar sound of a fishing boat engine. “Could this be …?”
Virgin Atlantic flies four times a week to St Lucia from London Gatwick. Economy fares start from £524, Premium economy from £915 and Upper Class from £1,694 return, including tax. For more information call 0844 2092770 or visit www.virginatlantic.com. A week at the Cap Maison Hotel starts from £1,925 on a B&B basis (two sharing), with one-bedroom ocean view villa suites with private roof terrace and swimming pool from £5,607. The gastronomy holiday is a special package which includes: edible landscape excursion, visit to a small organic farm, Castries market tour, private cooking class, spa treatment, talk on the health benefits of island ingredients and a boat trip to the Anse-La-Raye fish fry on Friday evening. Staying in a one bedroom villa suite on an all-inclusive basis it costs £2,500 per person for a week. For more details visit www.capmaison.com or call 020 8977 6099 To try lionfish visit www.rainforesthideawaystlucia.com
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Mark Southern beat the crowded roads and discovered the best way to get to Cornwall is on board Britain’s only high-speed dining train carriage
With its vast and unspoilt beaches, unseasonably good weather and all-round idyllic charms, it’s almost impossible to not want to move to Cornwall every time you visit. However, there’s no other way to say it: it’s a bloody long way away from almost everywhere in Britain. For a lifetime city-dweller like myself, my childhood memories of Cornish summer holidays are lit by in a beautifully warm sepia tone, playing grainy Super 8 movies of sandcastles and sunshine on the projector of my mind’s eye. It therefore came as some surprise that when I talked to my parents about this recently I discovered that their own recollections, mostly involved tailbacks, traffic jams, and annoying kids (yours truly) demanding the repeated playing of
novelty cassette tapes on backed-up motorways. Indeed, the highlight anecdote involved a particularly memorable six-hour standstill on a gridlocked M5, where a game of jumpers-forgoalposts football took place between motorists on the hard shoulder. Since those hazy days in the 80s, roads have become busier, overseas flights have become cheaper and Cornwall’s essential tourism industry, worth nearly £2bn to the local economy, has suffered. That long distance can be a wanderlust killer. It’s with this in mind that I was intrigued by First Great Western’s Pullman train service from London to Penzance, which promises a far more civilised way to get out of the city and down to
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the Cornish end of the line. Departing from Paddington, the service operates a lunch and dinner service across several first class dining carriages. Inside, tables are laid out in an impressive silver service-style, with attentive waiting staff and a fully functioning kitchen nestled quietly into the coach. Unlike the far too frequent commuting experience of rail travel, we were escorted to our table and presented with a glass of champagne just as the train moved away from the Paddington platform. By the time we had moved out of central London we were presented with menus, with the rolling Surrey hills flowing past the windows. The menu has been devised by Dartmouth-
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based chef Mitch Tonks and designed around the south west of England, which the train line runs through. Any doubts we had over whether a train kitchen could produce outstanding food dissipated when we first tried the melt-in-themouth Devon crab, grilled in the half shell with fennel and lemon butter, and poached pear, with Laverstoke burrata and honeyed hazelnuts. This was followed by the West Country fillet steak, with Café de Paris butter, and the slowbraised Somerset pork belly with white cabbage and wholegrain mustard, with a range of side dishes to share. Sometimes it can be difficult to get a perfectly cooked steak in Michelinstarred restaurants, so imagine my surprise to taste one of the best I’ve ever had on a high
speed train travelling through Berkshire. Dessert was a spiced apple crumble with Shipwreck cider brandy and ice cream, and a West Country cheese selection, as the train glided through Somerset. The highlight of the journey when we reached the inviting blue seas of the southern coastline, passing into Devon over coffee and chocolates. Throughout the journey matched wines were brought out for every course, with each again having strong regional relevance to suit the local flavours. As the train continued along the sea wall for hours we passed through quaint fishing villages, stark clifftops and dense woodland, with the ocean backdrop framing every window. As we
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rolled onto a magnificently engineered iron bridge across a harbour it occurred to me how unremarkable the next achingly dull ‘static’ restaurant would be without a different view every second. By the time we arrived in Penzance, in less time than it took the motorway football match to play out, I was already in holiday bliss mode, and satisfyingly fed. Next time you’re thinking about getting down to the south west, don’t miss out on something quite unusual, and perfectly created. The First Great Western Pullman service goes from London Paddington to Penzance for lunch and dinner service. Find out more at www.firstgreatwestern.co.uk.
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The Cornish collection For couples seeking coastal splendour ‌ The Headland Hotel, Newquay The Headland Hotel is a magnificent visual spectacle, sitting proudly atop a stark Cornish clifftop with heavy waves crashing into the rocks below. In contrast to the tidal power outside, the hotel’s old-school opulence provides a glamorous reminder of movie-star sophistication, with sweeping staircases, gilded ballrooms and stunning views of the white sands of Fistral Beach from every corner. After a day enjoying the great outdoors, the spa is an essential treat, as are the delightful dining rooms, with the ocean a perfect backdrop for romantics of all ages. headlandhotel.co.uk
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Travel editor Mark Southern rounds up the best places to stay for an authentic Cornwall experience
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For families seeking seaside memories … Shalmar Hollow Located in a secluded spot that’s just a six-minute walk from Porthilly Cove in north Cornwall, this beautiful family getaway is set in large private gardens and enjoys wonderful views across the estuary, making it the perfect place for getting the family together to enjoy the simple pleasures of the beach. The grand accommodation has a classic country chic and sleeps 12 comfortably, with three separate reception rooms and a large openplan kitchen/dining area. Meanwhile, the sheltered garden has two separate terraces, with an outside fire-pit and a heated outdoor pool. A truly special place that you’ll be talking about at family events for generations to come. ckrock.com
For friends seeking a cool retreat … Treverra Cottage Set in the highly fashionable but entirely unspoilt town of Rock, this cottage was built in the 1700s and has recently undergone a restoration programme. It is a sensational hideaway for friends to reconnect away from the stresses of modern life. Finished to a very high standard, with an eclectic mix of English and Scandinavian antiques, the spacious cottage features contemporary open-plan living, alongside classic beamed sitting rooms with open fireplace and wood-burning stove. The cottage’s own terrace backs onto its tennis court, vegetable garden and an outdoor 15m infinity pool with hot tub and pool house. Meanwhile, for thrill-seekers, a large wet room with hot showers provides ample storage for surfboards and wetsuits, as well as buckets, spades and fishing nets, with a selection of wetsuits and body boards kept on site for use by guests. ckrock.com
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The land of fairy-tales We think of the phrase ‘castles in the sky’ to mean an improbable fantasy, but as Katrina Harper-Lewis discovers on the Route du Bonheur through south west France, there are some rarefied parts of the world where such places truly do exist… As we descend into the lush countryside of Bergerac, I think it is no wonder that this land is rich in some of the world’s most prized produce – from fine wines to black truffles, duck and fois gras. My taste buds tingle in anticipation. Just a 40-minute drive away is the bijou village of Trémolat, and as we pull into the driveway of Le Vieux Logis (the Old Lodge) in our shiny new wheels – a BMW X5 and a 650i convertible – we receive a warm welcome from Estelle, the proprietor. No sooner have we stepped through the door than we find ourselves relaxing in front of the cosy log fire, hardly noticing our bags have already been swept up to our rooms. While sipping Champagne and devouring fresh strawberry pâtisseries, the bright-eyed and charming Estelle talks us through the
hotel’s history. An old tobacco-drying barn, Le Vieux Logis has been in the Giraudel family for four centuries. The current owner, Bernard, transformed it from a small B&B into the luxury hotel that we see today in the 1950s. Our history lesson is temporarily adjourned as the hotel chef Vincent introduces himself and whets our appetites for dinner. Local, seasonal asparagus, scallops and spring lamb are on the menu. When Estelle explains that Vincent is her husband, of course we all want to know the story … the couple fell in love 14 years ago at Le Vieux Logis, when Vincent was brought in to reclaim the hotel’s Michelin star. Very fitting then, that the now 90-year old Mr Giraudel has handed the business over to Estelle and Vincent, knowing that he can trust them entirely to maintain this unique brand of hospitality that they pride themselves on. It is these stories that make Relais and Châteaux properties so special. A luxurious setting is one thing, but it is the warmth and charisma of the people that brings guests back year after year. The 23 rooms are delightful,
full of French country charm, with shuttered windows and Farrow-and-Ball hues. Mine overlooks the beautiful gardens (designed by a Harvard landscape architecture graduate), complete with topiary bushes, a swimming pool and a terrace canopied by linden trees. Before dinner, restaurant manager Yves (“like Yves Saint Laurent, but without the pretension,” he tells us, with a twinkle in his eye) talks us through the hotel’s wines. We try a cote de Bergerac (“less oaky than it’s more famous sister, Bordeaux”) and a Montbazillac, a sweet dry white. Dinner is served in the large dining room (the original tobacco barn) with its stunning beams and tapestry-lined alcoves. Vincent’s is exquisite, and we still manage to find room for a cheese board and dessert before retiring to the gentleman’s club-style smoking room for tea and coffee. It doesn’t take much to send me into the deepest sleep once my head hits the pillow. Our second home for the night really is the stuff of fairy-tales.The turrets of Château de Mercues
Make time for a stop…
• Beynac: a ‘beaux village’ built on a steep slope lined with chocolate-box limestone houses covered in tumbling wisteria. Enjoy 360-degree panoramic views of the Dordogne valley from Château Beynac – a 12th-century stronghold that withstood the Hundred Years’ War. • La Roque Gagac: float down the river by boat, alongside this village, which is built into the cliff face. • Domme: enter this village through a stone gateway, inscribed by the Knights Templar during their imprisonment here in 1307.
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come into view as we approach, and you almost expect to see a Rapunzel figure leaning out of a window. The château overlooks the River Lot, with breathtaking views as far as the eye can see, made more dramatic by the sound of rushing water from the dam far below. Built in the 13th century, the château was the summer residence of the bishops of Cahors before becoming a hotel in 1954. The best-kept secret of Château de Mercues, though, is undoubtedly its underground winery – designed with such modernity and precision it feels like we are on the set of a Bond film. A true passion for hotel owner Bertrand-Gabriel Vigouroux, his family’s wine business has spanned four generations and now produces 200,000 bottles a year. The style of the hotel juxtaposes contemporary and medieval features, each room being entirely unique in its design – the work of BertrandGarbriel’s wife, Christine. The couple’s philosophy, they explain, is to create not a hotel
but a ‘grand maison’ where guests feel at home and part of the family. The walls in my room are about two metres thick and the styling is typically French, with a muted grey palette and rococo-style furniture. In the fine dining room, with its chandeliers and plaster-moulded walls, we are served asparagus with black truffle, duck with fois gras and a fresh strawberry dessert, prepared by chef Julian Poisot. We drink some of BertrandGabriel’s famous wine, inlcuding a 100% Malbec called Icône WOW, and a deliciously delicate sparkling rosé, Belle Fleur. Come morning, our fairy-tale castle is shrouded in mist, which lifts as the sun burns through.The general manager shows us an aerial photo, taken on a similar morning, where the Château’s turrets are poking through the clouds – surely this is the real meaning of castles in the sky. Arriving at Château de la Treyne is a breath of fresh air, not least because of the welcome we receive from Stéphanie, the owner (and wife
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Make time for a stop …
• Cahors: this town, situated within the u-bend of the River Lot, is packed with historic monuments, including the 14th-century Valentré Bridge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. • Saint-Cirq Lapopie: voted the most desirable village in France and a haven for artists. Surrealist André Breton moved here claiming: “I no longer want to be anywhere else.” • Château de Haute-Serre: one of Bertrand-Gabriel and Christine’s vineyards – enjoy lunch in the restuarant, tour the vines or take a cookery or wine-tasting course. • Gouffre de Padirac: descend 100m and hop on an underground boat through this impressive cave network. (gouffre-de-padirac.com)
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Make time for a stop …
• Sarlat: a bustling market town, steeped in history. • Rocamadour: book a hot air balloon flight over this pilgrim town, built into the rockface, through Château de la Treyne. • Les Jardins du Manoir d’Erignac: manicured gardens with more than 300 topiary sculptures.
of Relais and Châteaux president, Phillippe Gombert). Her informal manner belies the resplendence of this 14th-century castle. “Bonjour,” she trills cheerfully, greeting us with open arms, as if we are old friends. Unlike the modern décor of Château de Mercues, the style here is opulent and traditional – Stéphanie describes it as “discreet luxury”. My room is the Louis XIII suite and it is oh-sogrand with rich red and gold fabric walls, a four-poster bed, Versailles parquet flooring, antique furniture and views overlooking both the Dordogne and the 300-acre gardens – it is truly a room fit for a queen. Vases of flowers picked from the gardens are dotted around (a keen gardener, Stéphanie does some of the flower arranging herself ) and the emerald green bottles of Hermès toiletries are the icing on the cake of the cavernous bathrooms. “Guests book with us, knowing what kind of room they want,” Stéphanie tells us: “Some find the Louis XIII suite too dark, for example.” Lucky then that all 17 rooms are entirely different, from the Prison Dorée apartment (the ‘golden prison’), which is bathed in yellow light and accommodates five people; to the Dordogne room, decorated in calming green and white, with a private stone balcony overlooking the river; or La Favourite with its gothic wooden ceiling and golden freestanding bathtub. Once settled in, we enjoy Champagne on the terrace as the sun goes down before leisurely making our way to dinner in the Louis XIII salon. The impressive wooden fireplace, fresco-panelled ceiling and wall tapestries make this a very special place to experience Michelin-star dining. Courtesy of chef Stéphane Andrieux, we have chestnut cappuccino, millefeule of beef with fois gras, followed by a magnificent cheese board, and a most refreshing, citrussy dessert. Replete and relaxed, I slip under the ornate covers of my four-poster and my mind whirs through the fascinating history or this magical building – if only walls could talk … After an al fresco breakfast on the sunny terrace we bid our farewells to Stéphanie and Château de la Treyne, in the wholehearted hope that someday we’ll find our way back to this enchanted place. For more information about Le Vieux Logis, Château de Mercues, Château de la Treyne and BMW, or to book a customised Route du Bonheur, contact Relais and Châteaux (relaisChâteaux.com) We flew with Ryanair from London Stansted to Bergerac, and from Brive.
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Apt 1809, 1 Central Park South, New York Arguably one of the most architecturally significant homes in New York, the iconic Dome Penthouse at the legendary Plaza is a oneof-a-kind condominium residence, the nature of which is rarely offered for sale. This residence is perfectly situated on the 18th and 19th floors, with remarkably unobstructed views of Central Park and 5th Avenue. It comprises four bedrooms, four-and-a-half bathrooms and a spectacular terrace overlooking the park. Only the most luxurious finishes and materials were used to restore this property to its original grandeur, complete with 21st-century conveniences. The Plaza is a 24-hour, fully staffed luxury ‘white glove’ condominium with a separate entrance. Residents are offered the full complement of hotel services, including maid, valet and Todd English room service. corcoran.com
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From desk to deck By Martin Roberts Ditch the laptop and get your deck shoes at the ready for this month’s selection of coastal living properties. If your idea of a perfect summer’s day is picnicking on a quiet beach, or barbecuing freshly caught fish, then escape with me to some delightful seaside locations. The coastal towns of England’s south coast offer an unparalleled English seaside experience – more moules marinieres than candyfloss and ice-cream, and a chance to roll up the chinos, don the Panama hat and get crabbing. Further afield, sail through the sparkling waters of the Adriatic Sea to some properties I’ve handpicked to continue with the coastal living theme, then turn to our Home Style page for some elegant, nautical-themed home furnishings.
the cream of the coast Away from the ‘piers and promenades’ style of seaside resorts, these historically quaint southern coastal towns have become the weekend playgrounds of the London jet-set and super-cool. While the fisherman’s cottages that typify these locations make good second homes, these contemporary new builds bring with them modern architecture, luxury fittings and the kind of lifestyle amenities you might normally associate with city living
31 Dart Marina, Sandquay Road, Dartmouth
The premier property in this award-winning marina development – 31 Dart Marina – is situated on the waterfront, with dual-aspect views over one of Devon`s finest rivers – the Dart – and the marina. The luxury apartment, contemporary in style yet sympathetically built to complement its surroundings, has been designed to the highest standards and comes with access to the extensive facilities of the neighbouring hotel, including a luxury health spa. Guide price: £1.15m thecoastalhouse.co.uk
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Lymington Shores, Lymington, Hampshire
Enjoy prestigious waterfront living in stunning apartments or luxurious villas in this world-renowned sailing resort on the edge of the New Forest. Just two hours from the capital, Lymington Shores arguably has one of the most fashionable postcodes outside of London. Set right on the water’s edge like an exclusive island, residents have unrivalled views of the Lymington River, its two marinas and beyond to the Isle of Wight and the Solent. Completion 2016. Guide price: from £1.7m lymingtonshores.co.uk
Estura, Cliff Road, Salcombe
You can’t get much closer to the water than this. A stunning four-storey, five-bedroom villa in an exclusive new development on the water’s edge, luxuriously fitted throughout with spectacular estuary and beach views. Estura residents also enjoy access to a private slipway and the 49 sq m pool, sauna, steam room and a fully equipped gymnasium as part of the development. Guide price: £2.5m marchandpetit.co.uk
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Easton, Trefusis Road, Falmouth
An imposing Falmouth residence with direct water access and private slipway that provides easy access to deep-water moorings in this beloved Cornish town. Dating from the late 1800s and believed to have been built for a captain of the Packet Ships, Easton is a prestigious semi-detached property of fine proportions and is characterised by many period features, including fireplaces, cornicing and ceiling roses. Guide price: ÂŁ1.5m htiddy.co.uk
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The Sapphire Penthouse BATTERSEA REACH
T R U LY B R E AT H TA K I N G Located on the top two floors of Trafalgar House, Battersea Reach, this stunning duplex penthouse offers unrivalled views across the London skyline. Price on application 020 3773 1957 | batterseareachsales@stgeorgeplc.com
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The Adriatic coastline - a collage of culture, cuisine and art The Adriatic is renowned for its pristine sea, lateseason sunny days, Venetian-influenced ancient towns and undiscovered beaches. So for those seeking a more sedate location for their holiday home, the rustic towns dotted along the east of Italy into the crown of the Adriatic and down into Croatia offer a chance to buy waterfront properties in a sublime location. If the idea of picnicking on beaches only accessible from the water floats your superyacht, then look no further than this enchanting stretch of azure-coloured sea. Unlike many Mediterranean hotspots, the natural topography and strict planning regulations along much of these coastlines deter mass development, so property owners can buy a view that they know won’t change. The property market in Italy, in particular, has been somewhat dicey over recent years, but research suggests that the top end has remained buoyant, with a constant demand for well-located pieds a terre. Those who have already fallen in love with this part of the world will reminisce about the combination of fine art, rich cuisine and warming culture that is so alluring – a cocktail that extends across the Adriatic into Croatia. So, whether values go up or down, owning a home that overlooks vineyards and sunflower fields will undoubtedly result in you becoming the envy of your friends.
The Hills, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Once considered the more-affordable alternative to Italy, in the past 10 years or so Croatia has risen up the trend scale to being a top destination for the sunseeker set. And while cities like Dubrovnik have plenty of tourist pull, anyone heading for the lesser-visited areas of the Dalmatian Coast will discover blissfully crowd-free beaches, vine-covered hillsides and a quiet luxury. The inspiration of British developers Pin & Pin, The Hills Dubrovnik is a small, private collection of four- and five-bedroom villas with panoramic views to the Elaphiti islands. Located in the desirable Orasac region of the Dalmatian Riviera and just a short drive from Dubrovnik Old Town, the landscape here comprises olive groves, Cypress trees and vineyards. Each villa will have its own private pool and vast terraces to enhance the Mediterranean lifestyle, and can be designed to individual buyer specifications. Guide price: ÂŁ900,000 pinandpin.com
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Villa Levante, Conero Coast, Le Marche, Italy
Tuscany and Umbria have generally dominated the spotlight when it comes to buying property in Italy, but their lesser-known neighbour, Le Marche, has the same ingredients of inspiring scenery and authentic Italian living without the premium price tag. For those looking for something equally beautiful yet undiscovered, this region has it all. With views to Croatia on a clear day, Villa Levante is one of the most prestigious coastal properties currently on the market in Le Marche. With its proximity to the beach and exclusive position in the Conero National Park, this property benefits from up to six bedrooms, a large swimming pool, tennis court, vineyard and woodland, with a private path leading down to the sea. Although already restored to the highest standard, a further 200 sq m may be built. Guide price: ÂŁ5m chestertons-international.com
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Ca’Del Felze, Venice
No matter how often you visit, Venice still manages to take your breath away with its architectural splendour and seemingly surreal situation – it’s the epitome of romance and elegance. The Venetian property market has traditionally only been accessible only to those in the know, but more recently the market has opened up, with British and French buyers joining the Italians as second-home buyers. “As an investment, Venice offers homeowners returns of up to 6% thanks to its solid tourist demand,” says Annabelle Dudley of Savills. “Those who buy here already know the city well before buying.” This classic Venetian gothic-style palazzo is located on the promenada of Canale Della Guidecca. Elegant and spacious, it comprises three bedrooms, two bathrooms a store room, laundry and terrace. Guide price: £1.782m savills.co.uk
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Life as it should be
Hidden within Montenegro’s mountainous terrain and undulating landscape, is where you will find Luštica Bay, a pioneering real estate and lifestyle development. Encompassing luxury villas, quaint townhouses, two marinas, boutique hotels, and a signature 18-hole golf course designed by Gary Player, Luštica Bay is leading the charge in placing Montenegro on the map. The inherent active lifestyle is one of this region’s greatest attractions. Life is best enjoyed outdoors, where sunrise yoga sessions, golf competitions and sailing regattas rule the roost. Located just ten minutes from Tivat airport, it is tantalisingly close to various cultural hubs including the quiet town of Perast and the UNESCO world heritage site of Kotor. Design at Luštica Bay pays homage to the classical Montenegrin architecture found at these locations, with each home resonating the region’s traditional style, coupled with modern, eco-technology.
“I used to crave peace and quiet”
UNTOUCHED NATURE APARTMENTS, TOWNHOMES AND VILLAS SEVEN HOTELS GARY PLAYER SIGNATURE GOLF COURSE TWO STATE OF THE ART MARINAS MEDICAL CENTRE RESTAURANTS AND SHOPS info@lusticabay.com Registered under LEED® for Homes™
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Zero Fisherman Floor Light
Inspired by the glass fishing floats once used by fishermen to keep their nets afloat. Available in diameters of 30cm, 40cm or 65cm. from £556 nest.co.uk
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Seasalt Yacht Race towels
Crafted from soft cotton ,with a yacht motif and rope design trim. from £14 seasaltcornwall.co.uk
Nautical Chic
In keeping with our summer theme this month, all these products here are manufactured at UK seaside locations Mylands Maritime No 236 wall paint
Inspired by the boating lake in Regent’s Park, this blue paint has a hint of red and is perfect for any nautical-themed scheme. £67 for 5l matt emulsion mylands.co.uk
Cornish Pilchard Bowl
The Cornish pilchards swimming within the bowl are handcrafted from copper, fused in bubbly blue enamels. £149.95 iapetus.co.uk
Enamel Mussel Pot
Crafted oven-proof enamel, with side handles for the shaking process (essential for making sure the mussels open) and a deep lid that doubles up as a handy receptacle for empty shells. £34 coastalhome.co.uk
Darlings of Chelsea Abbey Fabric Sofa
Br ing some nautic al elegance to you home with this classically designed sofa. All pieces are lovingly handmade to order by a small family-run factory based in north London. £1,520 darlingsofchelsea.co.uk
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Perfect for summer, this new timepiece from Urwerk comes in black orange and black lemon. Urwerk say it has taken a new, fresh approach to the design and hope that, for their customers, it’s love at first sight. urwerk.com
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Official government fuel consumption figures in mpg (litres per 100km) for the Aston Martin V12 Vantage S urban 12.6 (22.5); extra-urban 27.7 (10.2); combined 19.2 (14.7). CO2 emissions 343 g/km. The mpg/fuel economy figures quoted are sourced from official EU-regulated test results obtained through laboratory testing and they are for comparability purposes only.
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