Alexander McQueen's creative director, Sarah Burton, yesterday received an OBE from the Prince of Wales, after being named in the Queen's 2012 Birthday Honour's List. Having taken the helm of the designer label after the brand's namesake, … [Read more...]
Watch Trailer: Broken City
When disgraced cop turned private detective Billy Taggart played by Mark Wahlberg is hired by New York City's mayor, Russell Crowe, to tail his wife Catherine Zeta-Jones, a city-wide conspiracy of corruption, sex, and murder is inadvertently … [Read more...]
John Travolta & Olivia Newton John Release Xmas Song
Forget John Lewis' tearjerker Christmas ads because this charity-launched Christmas song and video from Grease duo John Travolta and Olivia Newton John will have you crying your eyes out. With laughter. Dubiously entitled 'I Think You Might … [Read more...]
Anne Hathaway At Les Misérables Premiere
Last night saw the European premiere of Les Misérables, in London where Anne Hathaway, Amanda Seyfried, Hugh Jackman and the rest of the all-star cast put on their best for the red carpet walk. The film has had rave reviews thus far, as it brings … [Read more...]
Simply Sausages
by John Gregory Smith I am loving new brand – Simply Sausages. Having just launched into Waitrose, they're the perfect filling accompaniment to a casserole, pasta dish and to create the ultimate fry-up. Until now, the delicious sausages … [Read more...]
of the 45 hunters
This year, of the 45 hunters, 15 are first timers and 17 are from out of state. Ages range from 14 to 71. Nearly 100 applicants submitted essays to vie for the 12 coveted scholarships that provide free entry for the four day event. fake oakley … [Read more...]
The Debbie Thomas Facial
by Chrissy Iley Debbie Thomas is an unexpected face guru. Small, purposeful, it’s only when her hands are so deftly manipulating your face that you realise you are being touched with greatness. She is my go to girl, a miracle worker. I’ve had a … [Read more...]
Elit by Stolichnaya Classic Martini
We're pretty sure that even connoisseur Mr. Bond would approve of this classic Martini using the fabulous and ultra premium elit by Stolichnaya. elit by Stolichnaya Classic Martini Recipe Simply pour a few drops of dry vermouth … [Read more...]
Interview with Sir Roger Moore
by Chrissy Iley Last week Bond hit London with a fever that I’ve never known Bond create. A whole channel – SkyBond – had got everyone in the mood for Skyfall. And there’s even talk of Oscar nominations for an action movie, shock horror. I … [Read more...]
Halloween Mini Delights from Hummingbird Bakery
Little vampires won’t be able to resist a nibble on these bite-sized treats from the wonderful Hummingbird Bakery. Sinfully scrumptious mini vanilla cupcake sponges topped with smooth vanilla or chocolate frosting and sugar fondant Halloween … [Read more...]
Quo Vadis Opens For Breakfast
The wonderful Quo Vadis has started opening its doors a little early to serve breakfast to the good folk of Soho. The breakfast menu includes bacon & egg toasted sandwiches, slices of frittata, granola, yoghurt & fruit compote and … [Read more...]
Zara Rant
At the weekend I bought a jacket and a couple of tops at Zara. This last year I have been enjoying Zara, finding for instance their jeans the perfect fit. It’s a shame that now I can never go to Zara again. The jacket had the security tag left on … [Read more...]
London Cocktail Week 2012
Don’t forget to sign up and get your wrist band for London Cocktail Week, which starts next week. Once again, over 100 of the best bars across the capital will be throwing open their doors to offer £4 cocktails all week to those wearing a London … [Read more...]
The Pig Hotel
The Pig Hotel is a beautiful 17th Century hunting lodge, tucked away in the New Forest, which has been converted into a boutique hotel with all the trappings of Soho House or the Zetter Townhouse. Arriving was like breathing out all of ones' … [Read more...]
Duck and Waffle
The Duck and Waffle has several great things going for it. One, it has the best lift I have ever been in. It actually makes your ears pop as London dissolves beneath you. And two, it boasts the finest views of London. Quite a claim, I know, but the … [Read more...]
The Model Munch Box
The frenzy of fashion weeks is upon us and in preparation for the long hours, mad dashes around the city, and - if you're a model - the back to back castings, hours spent in and out of hair and make up, and the backstage waiting times, the makers of … [Read more...]
Eating Out in Montreal
On my recent trip to Montreal I ate at three great restaurants, Accords Wine Bar and Restaurant, Kitchenette and M sur Masson. I was in Montreal during July, in the midst of festival season, Just For Laughs had just started and the city was bathed … [Read more...]
Global Lust: Origins Plantscription Anti-Ageing
by Chrissy Iley I have always been a big fan of Origins. I like their research, their science, their use of plants. Generally I’ve always felt they were skin rescuers. I spent the summer with the Plantscription Anti-Ageing Collection. There … [Read more...]
Recipe: Spiced Tropical Fruit Salad
My delicious tropical fruit salad with a chilli, star anise, cinnamon and lime dressing is the perfect dish to round off the summer. The wonderful assortment of tropical fruits is brought to life with a beautiful sweet dressing, which has a sight … [Read more...]
Fancy Fast Food
The Soho House Group have just opened a trio of restaurants in Kentish town that cover all of the best fast foods – Pizza, Burgers and Chicken. Chicken Shop is in the basement space of Highgate Studios, on Highgate Road. The ground floor of the … [Read more...]
Puckrik on Perfume
Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 By Katie Puckrik When Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 launched in 2005, famous fumeheads like Elton John and trend monkeys like Madonna immediately clutched it to their scented breasts. Cool hunters from the … [Read more...]
A-List Clip In Hair Extensions
by Chrissy Iley Some years ago I had hair extensions. While I actually couldn’t stand the feel of them in my head, I got headaches from the heaviness and couldn’t bear to put my hands through a head of hardened glue, I became addicted to their … [Read more...]
Ozone Coffee Roasters
Kiwi coffee roasters Ozone Coffee have brought their brand of cafe cool to East London. Occupying a suitably hip split level space on Leonard Street, the cafe centers around a delicious food bar and coffee roastery. The coffees are truly … [Read more...]
Bambou Le Pho, LA
by Chrissy Iley One of my favourite restaurants in West Hollywood used to be called Green Leaves, except it appeared with musical notes on its entrance and on its menus, so it might have been a miscommunicated version of Greensleeves. It was a vegan … [Read more...]