Claudia Jacob
On the hunt for a reliable everyday ride? Here are four high-quality bike makers you should know
From city commuters to long-distance road racers, these are makers who pride themselves on sturdy construction and steady riding.
Good food, good company: The six best spots in London for a business lunch
From classic British fare to Spanish wares and a joint that has been serving seafood dishes since the 19th century, here are six London restaurants for productive business lunches.
Three new Italian openings that attest to London’s appetite for la dolce vita
From Soho’s 1950s-style espresso bars to Mayfair’s white tablecloth ristorante, you’d be hard pressed to think of a London neighbourhood lacking a good Italian restaurant. We try three of the best new openings.
The hospitality playbook: 15 expert tips to build a hotel or restaurant that lasts
Monocle spoke to top hospitality leaders, including Jeremy King, Andrew Zobler and Thierry Teyssier, about what it takes to navigate the sector successfully.
Fondazione ITS illuminates fashion’s overlooked players with its exhibition ‘Exposure – The Power of Being Seen’
A new exhibition in Italy sheds light on the often under-appreciated influence of stylists. The duo behind the show guide Monocle through a hidden world where high fashion meets politics and pop culture.
The London art director collecting Earth’s rarest sculptures: Meteorites
Jethro Sverdloff, co-director of London’s Art Ancient, believes cosmic material is the next frontier in the art collectors’ market.
Behind a Mayfair shopfront, Automat is reviving the speakeasy
Discreet, dark and a little mysterious, this new London diner has all of the essential ingredients.
Deux Gares Express brings style back to Parisian station dining
Train passengers travelling to and from Paris can enjoy more than a sad sandwich at a restaurant evoking the golden age of rail.
Eight elegant objects that will make your days feel more considered
From lighting to kitchenware to a truly unique watch, our editors are sharing the well designed , small upgrades that will make life more luxurious.
The most beautiful condiments to line your kitchen cupboards (and stomach)
A tour of signature seasonings and spreads from across Europe, to help you find your new staples.
