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MID-CENTURY INSPIRATION AT ITS BEST WITH THE NEW 2019 COLOUR TRENDS
As the years go by, there are a lot of changes in the design world. With each year, new colours are brought forward, new materials, new personalities and ideas, new brands and products that revolutionise it. As we get ready for 2019, one thing never changes: the mid-century style still hasn’t gone out of fashion. Timeless and passionate, elegant and sophisticated, Mid-Century is a go-to for interior designers all over the world. But what happens when you mix mid-century with the new colour trends for 2019? Come with us and find out the incredible world created with hand-crafted furniture pieces and the newest colour trends in interior design. When we think of mid-century, we think of colour, glamour, elegance and dramatism. We think of families gathered around the living room, a hint of charm in the air, a taste of freedom. Mid-century provides us with that, even after all these years.
Now, with a contemporary and modern twist, you get the never-ending and trendy attractiveness of the vintage style but always with a spin, always with the modernity you seek for your home. That brings us right back to colour, one of the most important aspects of the mid-century style. Take Neo Mint or Purist Blue, two of the most awaited colour trends for the year 2019, and watch magic come to life with ease in three simple steps. First, upholstery with a mix of materials, velvet or maybe a hint of leather if you’re absolutely in love with the classicism of mid-century. The Ellen armchair (see next page) is always a good option, a comfortable chair that provides you with all the mid-century elements but with a modern charm in its design that is irresistible. Second, colour, easily achievable with Essential Home’s customizable products that allow you to bring colour into your life in the easiest and most aesthetically pleasing way. Third, make it elegant and sophisticated. All it takes is tones of gold, possible with the trendiest materials such as polished brass.
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The uniqueness of a HOME’S SOCIETY soul could be measured by its culture, its knowledge, its generosity, its style, and its classy way to deal with the world. It’s a humble person and still has a very nice taste for a luxury world. It’s a very rare soul that never makes us forget that what you give is what you get!
MIRA CABINET BY HOME’S SOCIETY
CULTURE A N E W C R E AT I V E H U B
CULTURE is a new creative hub supported by Covet Foundation where artisans, plastic artists and designers keep alive the spirit of experimentation by challenging the traditional concepts of fine Craftsmanship to create one-of-a-kind pieces.
A new place for a permanent dialogue among Arts & Crafts and
CREATIVE ATELIER & WORKSHOP SERIES
Design dare to reinvent traditional concepts, bringing to life
A centre of excellence that brings together artisans, artists, and
unexpected and one-of-a-kind creations with a forward-thinking
designers for an unexpected link between Arts & Crafts and
aesthetic. The Creative Hub challenges different and the finest
Design. It aims to stimulate a lively exchange of multidisciplinary
Crafts in one single place, born driven to enhance the rich legacy
skills and creative concepts whilst allowing time for reflection
of Arts & Crafts, to design a new contemporary narrative into
and creation in inspiring working-galleries. All related tools and
innovative design pieces, and also provide the opportunity to
equipment are provided.
showcase pioneering handcrafted creations. A well-designed
The pioneering handcrafted creations will be displayed in some
programme that gives several breakthroughs to master artisans or
of the greatest events of craftsmanship like the Luxury Design
emerging artists.
Craftsmanship Summit 2019, in Paris.
CRAFTSMANSHIP The exquisite Murano glass stool was another pioneering handcrafted creation that was developed. Murano glass or Venetian glass is made on the Venetian island of Murano, a glassmaking centre for over 700 years. During many years, Murano glassmakers created Cristallo - an almost transparent material that is considered the finest glass in the world. After this, a white-coloured glass (milk glass called Lattimo) was developed and takes the appearance of porcelain. The Murano glassmakers are considered the finest makers of mirrors in Europe. The Murano glass stool created in the artistic atelier of CULTURE has a delicate and distinctive shape with unique patterns. This is an unrivalled piece in the world of arts and crafts that offers an exclusive and immersive experience. The third reinterpretation of the Erosion stool was made by using the technique of painting. Depicted in this stool is the idea of translation. The handmade technique of painting was used to create exquisite flower patterns combining traditional with modern elements.
A COVETING NEW EXPERIENCE ARISES WHEN LUXURY AND GASTRONOMY CELEBRATE DESIGN TOGETHER Design, Jewellery and a Chef was an outstanding event organised by three of the most prestigious luxury references in Portugal: creative design company, Covet Group; prestigious goldsmithery factory, Tavares 1922; and award-winning restaurant, Salpoente. All of these entities had a powerful vision in mind: to introduce new standards of living in regards to how one can add luxury to their dining table in the most peculiar manner. In virtue of such, elements from three of the greatest art forms in the world, design, jewellery and gastronomy, seamlessly merged to offer innovative solutions that are gratifying to all senses, leading individuals on a glorifying journey where traditional flavours and luxury come together as one.
NEWS & TRENDS //
Duarte Eira Salpoente’s chef
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Pierre HermÊ and l’Occitane
Nowadays, self-expressive colours and non-traditional hues are becoming a favourite among designers and consumers alike. Whether you prefer brighter or bolder hues, colour is imperative in interiors as it adds vibrancy, character and style to one’s home decor. Now, CovetED has selected six colours that are bound to trend in the foreseeable future due to their shimmering and translucent qualities that are intrinsic to human development, as one simply cannot resist.
Dolce & Gabbana Spring/Summer 2019
INSPIRATION //
The New York Edition Designed By The Rockwell Group
Highlighting a darker shade of the Terracotta colour, Tawny Brown is also a combination of red, orange and brown. This peachy autumn hue offers a warm and sophisticated look to interiors.
Highlighting a darker shade of the Terracotta colour, Tawny Brown is also a combination of red, orange and brown. This peachy autumn hue offers a warm and sophisticated look to Cameron Design House interiors. pendant light
Dolce & Gabbana Spring/Summer 2019
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The Gallery at Sketch by India Mahdavi
Chair Clarissa Hood by Patricia Urquiola for Moroso
Masquespacio stool collection for Missana
Gucci coat and bag
Regarded as a natural evolution from Millennial pink, the soft and feminine appeal of Cloud Pink is indescribable. This light-toned pink connotes of sweetness and tenderness. When applied to interiors, it adds warmth and a more whimsical touch to one’s spaces.
Head Trip Sculpture by KellyWearstler
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH KAREN HOWES
fter being part of a completely stacked Davidson Studio, we sat with Karen on a contemporary dining table that set the mood perfectly for an interesting, compelling and a quite educational conversation. We started off by discussing her professional and, of course, the emotional path in design. Karen told us the Studio has been up and running for 25 years now, and that she even lectures interior design to a global scale, but these opportunities were quite rare
“I think that as a team we work onto what our core values are. And when we work on projects with clients that have the same values as we do, it’s a very smooth and interesting process.”
when she started. She started by selling properties in Westminster, London and her interior design path began with the purchase of one
For Karen, sharing these same values is an extremely important
flat, by the age of 19. With that flat, she learned it all. She learned
project-accepting criteria. In the designer’s opinion, the best projects
how to set a wallpaper, how to make curtains, how to decorate.
come to existence once you share an emotional connection with the
Adding this to the fact that she was living with Martin Waller, the
client when you can feel their will and just go with the flow.
founder and owner of the world-renowned furniture store Andrew
- So, you have some project-accepting criteria.
Martin, we can see how the love for interior design came to be. In Karen’s opinion, Taylor Howes is defined by its core and supportive values. Passion, honesty and kindness. That’s how one of the world’s greatest interior designers defines the studio. When they have the opportunity to work with clients who share the same values with them, the process becomes smooth, as if they’re on a design journey together.
GRAN HOTEL INGLÉS MADRID, SPAIN The Gran Hotel Inglés has been a landmark since it was built in 1853. As the first hotel to have a restaurant, and located on the first street to receive electric lights in Madrid, the hotel quickly became a cultural icon. Politicians, artists, writers, and intellectuals made it their gathering place. After years of neglect and disrepair, the derelict hotel has been renovated and redesigned for today’s sophisticated traveller by Rockwell Group’s studio in Madrid. Eva Longoria, one of the team leaders behind the project, took the time to talk to us and answer some questions regarding the magnificent project.
Mary Mcdonald interior design
PROJECT //
‘’The Gran Hotel Inglés is the second oldest hotel in Madrid, it exists since the 1800’s, and the idea was to bring back all the glamour the hotel always had in that time” Eva Longoria, Studio Leader
Indeed, the Madrid Studio of Rockwell Group has brought back the glamour, elegance, and innovation of Gran Hotel Inglés, drawing inspiration from the hotel’s 165-year-old history. The design concept celebrates the hotel’s history as a gathering place for the avant-garde and intellectuals, weaving original imagery and salvaged historic items into the design of the public spaces, gym, spa, meeting rooms, and guestrooms. The hotel is located in the cultural and historical centre of Madrid, within walking distance to the Puerta del Sol and various monuments and tourist attractions.
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CH TEA ROOM KOBE KOBE, JAPAN
PROJECT //
One of the classiest and most vibrant luxury design destinations in Japan, where locals and tourists alike can have some time to relax and enjoy high-quality food, is the Ch Tea Room Kobe, a colourful space surrounded by mountains and sea. To top this amazing feeling, Ch Tea Room Kobe also has a terrace where you can feel like you are in the comfort of a real-life dollhouse. This highly comfortable establishment features a vivid combination of colours, including pastel tones of pink and green that are complemented by exclusive furniture designed by Essential Home. The walls of this venue feature a pastel pink tone that contrasts perfectly with the chic mint velvet armchairs as well as the hand-painted floral wallpaper that contains depictions of fauna and flora. Ch Tea Room Kobe receives a more feminine and seductive touch with the introduction of Essential Home’s Monroe Armchair inspired by the iconic actress, Marilyn Monroe. This chic mid-century modern piece can be seen in both millennial pink and mint green tones. In addition, Essential Home also provided the remarkable Florence Florence stool by Essential Home
stool. A mid-century modern design full of personality and timeless elegance that makes quite the statement in the tea room. It features a somewhat cylindrical shape, a cushioned green seat in velvet fabric as and a base in polished brass. “The show started at Ch Tea Room Kobe and there was one person on the stage with all the lights on her. A blond woman in a pink dress and an unforgettable smile. It’s hard to explain but even if you tried you couldn’t turn your eyes away from her. For some people, it was just another show but for others was an inspiration, that would make you lose the track of time and experience something way different than the other times.” - Essential Home As a whole, this venue takes the shape of a dollhouse whose decor is further enhanced by flower mint green and millennial pink upholstered chairs and geometric stools. It truly does sound like a dreamy experience. Website: www.essentialhome.eu
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HOW DID THE WORLD AUTHORITY OF COLOUR BECOME A POP CULTURE ICON? Well, Pantone is widely recognised in the design world as the colour authority. They look to art, consumer products cars, technology, interior design, celebrities, and fashion to determine colour trends past and present. Since 2000, the experienced colour gurus at the Pantone Color Institute designate the “colour of the year” that sets the tone for the design industry. Their designation is the colour that they expect to be seen everywhere in the year to come. Twice a year the company hosts, in a European capital, a secret meeting of representatives from various nations’ colour standards groups. After two days of presentations and debate, they choose a colour for the following year; for example, in 2012, Pantone named Tangerine Tango the colour of the year, describing its choice as a spirited reddish orange which will provide the energy boost we need to recharge and move forward. This description speaks to a tumultuous economic time culturally, and the vibrancy we associate with orange psychologically. The results of the meeting are published in the PANTONE Fashion Colour Trend Report, and it is your easily accessible guide to the season’s most important colour trends.
FASHION //
Princess Diana
Iris Apfel
THE STORY OF FASHION IS THE STORY OF COLOUR. There is often a story, a painting, an artist, a mood and inspiration for why we pick the colours or use them in certain combinations. More than any other single factor, colours give a garment (and the person who wears it) an impact both visually and emotionally. A woman walking in a red dress tells a very different story than the same woman in pink.
YOUR DRESSING DECISIONS DON’T ONLY INFLUENCE WHAT OTHERS THINK OF YOU, BUT THEY INFLUENCE WHAT YOU THINK OF YOURSELF. At the same time, attitudes towards colour change all the time. Yellow may be a bold one season and tiring the next. However, fashion brands spend hours forecasting these changes so they can adapt and even outpace fickle colour trends. The result is that fashion leader’s end up setting colour trends.
FASHION DESIGNERS EMBRACE A SIMPLE TRUTH WHEN IT COMES TO CONSUMERS AND COLOUR: Seasons change. A lot. In order to keep up with fast-paced seasonal colour expectations, many brands added two new seasons “Resort” and “Pre-Fall” to its spring/summer and fall/winter calendar. This allows designers to experiment with colours and trends, extending popular looks into shoulder seasons that bleed from three-month runs to six-month shelf lives. Considering that researchers have studied people’s reactions to colour for decades and that the only real conclusion they’ve agreed on is that one size never fits all, the addition of new seasons makes sense. The fashion industry has changed the calendar itself to satisfy as many customers as possible for as long as possible. Colour is one of the most important design elements, if not the most important. Research from the Institute for Color Research reveals that people make a subconscious judgment about an environment or product within 90 seconds of initial viewing, and between 62% and 90% of that assessment is based on colour alone. Whether intentional or not, colours give meaning to design. They spur emotions and express values. There are a few things to keep in mind when developing a colour strategy: psychology, culture, trends, and above all – context.
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03 - EVERYTHING YELLOW Anyone following the Spring 2019 runways could easily spot what the main colour is going to be for next season: yellow. Throughout the shows, different shades of yellow kept coming up. Pantone decreed a marigold called Aspen Gold as the yellow for the season, but there are plenty of different shades to choose from, from paler or darker to more limey and golden. As the trend for the use of statement sofas in living rooms increases, yellow is becoming a big candidate as the main colour to use when we need to add of a pop of colour in our homes.
Dimore Studio For Bitossi Ceramiche
Golden child by Balenciaga
04 - LEOPARD PRINT Leopard print or more broadly animal print is making a big comeKelly Wearstler Rochas Pre Spring 2019
back in next year’s fashion trends. Snakeskin, leopard and tiger have been the absolute trend among the street style set this fashion month. In interior design, this trend will be used as a complement in textiles, cushions and area rugs. The controversial print has essentially been embraced as 2019’s equivalent to a neutral.
05 - CHALKED TONES The nostalgia-fest continues with colourfully stained clothes. Designers employed the beloved hippie print for Spring 2019, proving that the spinning, psychedelic colours are returning. Deliberately pale and almost imperceptibly coloured, chalked tones cross a wide range of hues and take the trend for matte and dry finishes to a new extreme. In our homes, this look is incorporated in the “Tactility trend” that is translated into the use of textured materials to transmit a craved sensory experience. It’s all about creating a surface look that makes you want to slide your fingertips all over the surface. Deliberately pale and almost imperceptibly coloured, chalked tones cross a wide range of hues and take the trend for matte and dry finishes to a new extreme. They also represent a material design rooted in ecology, where colourants are natural in source or minimal in intensity to reduce the quantity of dye used. Blue and White Grunge Paint Watercolour Wallpaper Collina Strada
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Design gallerist Rare & Unique Products
ALCHEMY OF COLOUR Much-anticipated design gallery featuring a highly curated online exhibit of contemporary design, renowned designers, and emergent cutting-edge newcomers. As a frontier between design & art, Design Gallerist uncovers new developments in contemporary design, broadcasts International design shows, gives you interviews with design icons, previews gallery showings and guides you through the most important breakthroughs in contemporary design.
WWW.DESIGNGALLERIST.COM
AUDREY RUG BY ESSENTIAL HOME Audrey is a contemporary low pile rug that features a mesmerising pattern of coloured triangles. It uses a synthetic fibre called Tencel and it is produced using a cut and loop technique. The bright vivid colours mix with the abstract geometric pattern produce an amazingly rich indoor rug. Website: www.essentialhome.eu
GARBO DINING CHAIR BY ESSENTIAL HOME The timeless modern dining chair, Garbo was inspired by one of the biggest and most mysterious names on the Hollywood Boulevard Walk of Fame. With a unique design, heavily influenced by the classic lines of mid-century modern design, Garbo dining chair features a velvet upholstered seat with a removable cushion, completed by a crescent low back that is handmade in brass, finished in plated copper. The support of the upholstered dining chair is composed of four solid walnut wood legs that sit atop copper plated feet, for a more elegant look. Garbo is the perfect dining chair for a mid-century dining set, and it can also be used in hospitality interiors, due to the fire retardant properties of the fabrics used by Essential Home’s craftsmen. Website: www.essentialhome.eu
SOLEIL GREEN WOW COLLECTION BY HOME’S SOCIETY PARTNERSHIP WITH BOCA DO LOBO Soleil chair is a synthesis of styles and senses. Inspired by the spirit and mission of the famous Cirque du Soleil, the purpose is to invoke, provoke and evoke. Website: www.rugsociety.eu
BEHIND THE SCENES OF A LUXURY HOTEL
Who is curious to learn how a luxury hotel works behind the scenes? CovetED Magazine spent a whole week at one of The Leading Hotels of the World®, Vila Vita Parc, in the beautiful shores of Algarve.
ARIANA RODRIGUES HEAD OF RECEPTION As soon as you walk in the marvellous Vila Vita Parc resort, you are immediately welcomed by an attentive staff, who are extremely proud of working in such a fine hospitality design that seeks to provide the best experience possible to its guests, making them feel
“My parents work both in Hospitality and therefore I have always been in hotels as a child. I was always curious about a career in the hotel industry. And when the opportunity arose to work in Vila Vita I did not even blink twice. I love the contact with the guests and the reception, from the perspective of the guests, is where everything starts and where everything ends,”
right at home. CovetED had the immense pleasure of speaking to the head of the reception team, Ariana who told us a little bit more
this is the sort of enthusiasm that Ariana demonstrates when she’s
of how it feels to enter Vila Vita experience as well as her own
working putting her expertise and passion for communication and
personal story when it comes to developing such an important industry
hotel business in good use.
in our world.
The team of reception at Vila Vita Parc is comprised of 26 individuals. The communicative journey with each guest starts right with the
Ariana has since a young age been quite curious about the hospitality
doorman and the baggage handlers, who truly have one of the most
industry, on the grounds that both of her parents worked in this
important roles in the development of the resort. Ariana mentions
business, which certainly awakened her desire to be a part of this
yet another curious fact about the resort,
industry. She graduated in communication back to Lisbon and then decided to go on an adventure to Germany where she perfected her knowledge and abilities, both professionally and linguistically speaking. After she concluded her studies, Ariana returned to Portugal where she commenced working in a private hospital, in the Algarve. Shortly after, a grand opportunity emerged,
“Vila Vita also has its own transfers between the Airport and the Hotel and the transfers drivers are also part of our team, which is quite a distinctive novelty in regards to other hotels.” The head of reception also talks about the necessity of creating a united and familial environment, whether if it’s among colleagues or guests. She adds that
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LE SAINT-JAMES RELAIS & CHÂTEAUX BOULIAC GIRONDE, FRANCE
What do people value the most in a Hotel? The experience. A break from monotony, simple non-expected services that add extra value, comfort and beautiful décor, inspiring surroundings and amazing views of a city or a stunning landscape. Le Saint-James Relais & Châteaux, in Bordeaux, France, is one of the Luxury Hotels of the world that can offer the ultimate luxury experience. Bordeaux, as we all know, is home to some of the most famous vineyards in the world. Wine lovers should know that this beautiful city in the South-West of France is where famous grape varieties like Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Sauvignon Blanc are originally from. But seriously, after-dinner wine discussions, inspiring as they may be, what brought us here was the famous Bordelais vineyards, as the perfect setting for the hotel’s building. Le Saint-James is a stunning contemporary hotel inspired by the tobacco drying barns in the region and designed by the top French Architect and Interior Designer Jean Nouvel. Each of the immaculately designed bedrooms boasts magnificent panoramic views of the surrounding vineyards in the beautiful village of Bouliac (10 km away from the city centre of Bordeaux). We spoke earlier about this hotel offering the ultimate luxury experience, and here is a small but extremely important detail which makes all the difference: The king size beds in each room are positioned at the correct height to take in the outstanding views of Bordeaux, the vineyards and the River Garonne. Nothing more soothing than falling asleep in the comfort of a warm bed while looking at the city lights as Bordeaux’s city centre beams ahead.
All of the fifteen bedrooms and 3 suites have preserved the spirit of Jean Nouvel’s original design and have been finished with contemporary furniture created by famous designers such as Mies Van Der Rohe and Jean Prouvé. Further amenities to experience: a heated outdoor swimming pool, a Michelin star restaurant and cookery school, Côté Cours, and an art gallery. The luxury experience also goes outdoors: Le Saint-James has its own vineyard which is the second smallest vineyard in the entire region and the wine is created on site. Visitors are given the opportunity to take a tour of the Saint-James wine cellar and sample the extensive wines and champagnes on offer. Guests can enjoy views of the hotel’s own vineyard from the bedrooms, terrace and restaurant and they are welcome to wander amongst the vines. Now onto the amazing restaurant: The gourmet restaurant “Le Saint-James” is home to Michelin starred Chef Nicolas Magie. His imaginative, delicious menus are inspired by daily market offerings and are continuously changing with the seasons. CovetED Magazine visited it on a warm beautiful evening of September and was surprised with a sea-inspired menu accompanied by a fine selection of wines (The restaurant cellar boasts around 2000 wines). An amazing experience on the restaurant’s terrace, as summer ended, looking over the famous vineyards which are definitely worth experiencing. We would like to give a special thanks to the amazing staff, who helped create this one of a kind luxury experience. For more information on the Hotel, its Michelin-starred restaurant and Bordeaux’s wine tourism. Website: www.jeannouvel.com Address: 3, place Camille Hostein, 33270 Bouliac Gironde, France
FOUR SEASONS HOTEL PRAGUE PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC
The Five-star Four Seasons Prague is considered to be one of the most lavish hotels in the city, located in the privileged and historic Old Town Square, near some of the most iconic landmarks of Prague, such as the Charles Bridge and the Prague Castle. As soon as you enter the hotel, you can breathe in the history of the city, from the Baroque to neoclassical eras as well as our modern times, and this is why this luxury hospitality venue is so exceptional. Our stay at the Four Seasons Prague was certainly an unexpected journey. The impeccable service leaves guests flabbergasted by the attention and dedication that those who represent the hotel pay guests. If you want to learn more about Prague, also known as the City of a Hundred Spires, visiting this unique hotel is a good way to do so. The walls of the hotel tell a centenary tale that is further enhanced by the unmatched vibrancy of the interiors.
While the original design was by Frank Nicholson, recently, the decor was renovated by the renowned designer, Pierre-Yves Rochon. The hotel features a wide range of design styles, from classy to contemporary and reflects elements from different eras. In a few words, Four Seasons Prague could be best described as “timeless” and “upscale”. The Hotel is comprised of 157 rooms, including 19 rooms, complemented by rich woods, marble floors and decorative pieces. We were marvelled by the Old European charm sensed in these spaces and we also had sweeping views of the Vltava river. Another space you ought to visit the hotel is the astonishing Cottocrudo restaurant. The highly respected Chef Di Clemente, alongside a team of culinary experts, creates local and traditional dishes spiced up with a Mediterranean approach.
WORLD’S FINEST RESTAURANTS //
Paulo Pinto
BELVEDERE RISTORANTE CASCAIS, PORTUGAL
Have you ever been to an Italian restaurant whose menu isn’t
Imagine sitting on a terrace overlooking the sea and a carpaccio
comprised solely of pizzas? Well, the Belvedere Ristorante in
of veal with arugula, parmesan and pesto, combined with Italian
Cascais, one of the newest and most authentic dining addresses in
cheese and charcuterie, figs and green olives. If you prefer sautéed
the region, goes beyond the basics by offering the best traditional
mussels with dried tomato sauce and roasted peppers, the Belvedere
Italian flavours of various regions of the country. CovetED had the
will not let you down and you can still count on the suggestion of
immense pleasure of visiting this unique and vibrant restaurant
octopus with artichokes, dried tomatoes and arugula. All of these
that is located in the outstanding five-star hotel, Grande Real Villa
become possible due to the incredible culinary talent of Chef Paulo
Italia Hotel & Spa.
Pinto and his experienced team.
The deluxe hospitality venue prides itself on the fact that Belvedere
From the sophisticated interior design to the sublime and
Ristorante brings to Cascais the best of Italian cuisine through the
traditional cuisine as well as the suggestive outdoor terrace dining
palate. In addition to the delicious cuisine, the Belvedere Ristorante
area, we believe that guests are bound to have one of the most
also offers spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean.
memorable gastronomic experiences.
One’s gastronomic experience gets immediately enhanced by the interiors of the restaurant. We were absolutely stunned by the welcoming and harmonious environment that follows a more
Website: www.granderealvillaitalia.realhotelsgroup.com/en/restaurants/ belvedere-ristorante Address: Rua Frei Nicolau de Oliveira 100, 2750-319 Cascais
classical and aristocratic approach.
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WORLD’S FINEST RESTAURANTS //
Exclusive Interview with Hans Neuner, Ocean’s chef CovetED had the incredible pleasure of talking to the proficient chef and pick his brain a bit about what goes behind the scenes of this two Michelin stars fine dining venue. Hans Neuner came to Portugal 10 years ago, and since then, he has faced many challenges to make Ocean and his culinary skills known worldwide. The dining scene in Portugal is quite different from what the chef was used to in other countries, as he discloses, “In the first years, to be honest, everything was a little bit slow compared to Germany or Switzerland. It took a little bit more time, we needed to learn.” Now, his team is a lot bigger than before and provides the most scrumptious dishes. Neuner and Ocean’s mission is focused on being recognised by the prestigious Michelin Guide as well as providing guests with the ultimate dining experience. It was four years ago that they were awarded their first star. The second one came two years later. Both were a delightful surprise and a source of pride for those involved. His ambition and dedication to become one of the world’s best chefs, led him to where he is today. His parents are doctors while his grandparents are teachers, but Neuner’s passion for cuisine spoke louder, as he explains, “Yes, they are happy. I did my apprenticeship in my hometown and then I went to Berlin. I worked for 5 years in the best hotel in Europe, I met a lot of professionals and that’s when I really started to learn.” The fact that the restaurant already has two Michelin stars brings a lot of challenges for Neuner. His main concern is to always ensure that both the restaurant’s service and the food quality are always superior to what the guests may expect. Freedom and creativity prevail over the restaurant’s environment as the Chef allows his team to fully express themselves, “Everybody is allowed to bring Hans Neuner
their ideas and we always think about the dishes together.”
Website: www.restauranteocean.com Address: Rua Anneliese Pohl, 8400-450 Porches
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WORLD’S FINEST RESTAURANTS //
“We always try to rise up to the occasion and what people expect from us, our food and our home. It is not easy, every day we try to do more and better. A dish has to be a sensorial and cultural experience where the environment of the restaurant and its scenic context play the leading part. The Casa de Chá da Boa Nova restaurant seeks to innovate its service, its availability, its relationship with the client and to create all the necessary conditions for them to feel extremely welcome.” Rui Paula
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Le Préssoir D’Argent, the very rare solid silver lobster press after which the restaurant was named
Photographe : Yoris Photographe
LE PRESSOIR D’ARGENT GORDON RAMSAY BORDEAUX, FRANCE
Imagine this: The Place de la comédie in the heart of Bordeaux,
Then, came the unique creative minds who brought this venue to
an 18th century former stately home now converted to “France’s
the 21st century through their exquisite talent: Jacques Garcia and
leading hotel 2018” - InterContinental Bordeaux - Le Grand Hotel
Gordon Ramsay.
- decorated by one of the French leading Interior Designers – Jacques
Following a long period of closure, the Grand Hotel has experienced
Garcia – and a Michelin-starred restaurant led by one of the world’s
a renaissance since 2007, after a very definite metamorphosis that
most successful chefs – Gordon Ramsay.
lasted eight years. The interiors were recreated by one of best interior
The perfect setting is now created. CovetED Magazine experienced
designers in the world, Jacques Garcia, who chose an elegant, Baroque
a superb dinner at Le Pressoir D’Argent and we were our reader’s
opulence that perfectly enhances the Neoclassicism of the building:
eyes in a luxury experience that we are now sharing.
Bronze footed furniture and wall brackets, studded Napoleon III
First, the History of the building: originally from 1789, this historical
armchairs covered with velvet upholstery and trimmings, lush
monument first became a hotel back in 1904. Its Neo-Classical
watered silk drapes, thick carpets in dark red designs, subdued
facade, complete with stylish Corinthian collonades, faces the
lighting from pleated lampshades, red and grey marble: all created
magnificent Grand-Théâtre de Bordeaux, built ten years earlier by
an impressive and serene atmosphere. Gordon Ramsay needs no
the same architect. These two buildings with their interrelated
introduction. He is one of the most famous chefs in the world,
destinies - beloved by the people of Bordeaux for generations - form
of course, for his television show “Kitchen Nightmares “, and has
a unique and intrinsic architectural ensemble.
worked with and perfected his talent with prestigious master chefs