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Inside Portugal’s tinned-fish industry

Tinned sardines are an icon of Portugal. We visit a family-run shop and one of the country’s last artisanal canneries to discover why sardines are cherished by the Portuguese, how the industry started back…

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Women at a fish factory
Technology

Tried and trusted

Henry Rees Sheridan visits the warren-like headquarters of a New York non-profit organisation that brings hi-tech scientific rigour to its mission to protect consumers from buyer’s remorse.

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Tried and trusted
Transport

Back on track

Launched in 1960 Rome, the ETR 252 “L’Arlecchino” embodied jet‑age luxury with panoramic windows and all‑First Class seating. Monocle boards its refurbished Naples run, exploring how this retro‑futuristic icon meets modern travel demands.

  • Issue #163
  • 10 min read
The distinctive aerodynamic nose of the ETR 252 L'Arlecchino train at Rome Ostiense station platform
Technology

Into the fold 

Folding phones offer new possibilities for communication and photography. Here’s one of the best. Plus: nifty audio gadgets.

  • Issue #163
  • 2 min read
Into the fold 
Transport

Track changes

Marrakech’s latest design hotel in Yves Saint Laurent’s old backyard. Plus: the rail projects that are getting the green light.

  • Issue #163
  • 5 min read
Track changes
Property

Building connections

Cautious investors, climate change and the shifting nature of work are challenging the property industry but at trade fair Mipim on the Côte d’Azur, the mood is – mostly – optimistic.

  • Issue #163
  • 13 min read
Aerial view of white exhibition tents and crowds at the Palais des Festivals et des Congrès in Cannes with bay in background
Urbanism

Growing strong

Mexico City stayed open for business during the pandemic, pulling in a global line-up of entrepreneurs. And many have stayed on, joining the ranks of a homegrown team of aspiring business talents.

  • Issue #163
  • 9 min read
Growing strong
Society

Business

A growing desire to “belong” is driving a private members’ club boom in cities around the world, including London.

  • Issue #163
  • 12 min read
Business
Hospitality

Cable network

Ferrying thousands to the summit of Sugarloaf might seem like a tall order in itself. But Rio’s cable-car team will move mountains for their visitors.

  • Issue #163
  • 3 min read
Group of cable car team members posing together with Sugarloaf mountain visible in the background
Business

Mix and match

Bookshop chain Tsutaya is adding some design nous to the country’s co-working offering – and an alternative to its rigid office culture.

  • Issue #162
  • 8 min read
Interior view of Share Lounge Marunouchi showing café area with large windows overlooking Tokyo Station's red-brick façade

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