Alicia Kirby
Food & Drink
Chef Fumihiko Kono transforms his grandmother's Kyoto townhouse into the city's most sought-after reservation, serving seasonal charcoal-grilled dishes that blend Japanese tradition with European technique.
Politics Briefing
Sweden’s politics festival, anti-Semitism in the European Commission and Austria’s election.
Food & drink
A sharp chopping bowl and restaurants from London to Hong Kong (via Izmir).
Open house
Norway uses soft power to tell its story globally, and one example has stood the test of time: its embassy in Stockholm, a masterclass in expressing national strengths through architecture.
Travel Top 50 2015/16
Our annual survey of the best in class from carriers to train nations and architecturally blessed inns. It's your round-the-world-ticket to meet the hospitality stars.
House mates: Top 25
From tables to trays, cushions to chopping boards, Monocle presents a polished selection of new products you will be happy to share your home with.
Inventory no.84
From gold-rush era US whiskey to scented natural candles, June's selection is a fulsome blend of naughty and nice treats, perfect to kickstart your summer spree.
Great escapes
From a converted hydro station in Tasmania to a ryokan in Yamaguchi and a rooftop in Lima, three hotels prove that remoteness and refinement can coexist beautifully.
Design
From the contemporary to the classic, we round up all the highlights from this year's Salone del Mobile in Milan.
Making an entrance
A collaborative exhibition between Fabrica and Airbnb at Salone del Mobile examines hospitality and hearty welcomes. Taking place at a magnificent private home, Monocle checks in on preparations for the exclusive event.
