February 28th, 2011 by Marisa Allegra Williams
One never truly needs a special reason to pop over to Paris for a week (or a just a weekend), but if you do need a nudge, there is no shortage of unique temptations for a Paris getaway this spring.
There is ballet, theatre, opera, and more at the Royal Opera House of Versailles. Visitors will [...]
February 23rd, 2011 by Marisa Allegra Williams
Reigning over the centre of Italy’s famed Riviera, the city of Genoa is hosting two special events this spring that you won’t want to miss – Euroflora (21 April to 1 May) and Slow Fish (27-30 May).
It is fitting that Europe’s largest and most popular indoor flower show should take place in Genoa, a corner [...]
February 15th, 2011 by Marisa Allegra Williams
After taking the bronze in 2005 and 2007, head chef and co-owner of Geranium in Copanhagen – Rasmus Kofoed – has finally won gold at this year’s Bocuse d’Or – the most gruelling and esteemed of all culinary competitions. And right behind him were fellow Scandinavians Tommy Myllymäki of Sweden and Gunnar Hvarnes of Norway [...]
February 5th, 2011 by Marisa Allegra Williams
Revolutionising the online enjoyment of fine art, Google Art Project grants users around the globe complimentary and round-the-clock access to some of the world’s finest museums and priceless works of art. But most groundbreaking about Art Project is the ability to discover paintings and other artwork in the finest of high-resolution detail. Viewers can get [...]
January 28th, 2011 by Marisa Allegra Williams
Whilst it may not be the warmest time of year to visit the French Riviera, winter is still one of the most wonderful periods for a trip to this famed slice of France. With a plethora of exceptional festivals throughout the region, there is plenty to do in lieu of trying to achieve the perfect [...]
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