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Lucrezia Motta

Food & Drink

Legends in the baking

Four generations of the Woitinek family have perfected Nuremberg's legendary Lebkuchen, transforming a modest bakery into Germany's premier Christmas gingerbread destination through centuries-old recipes.

  • Issue #169
  • 19 min read
Elderly woman in white blouse browsing display cases filled with pastries and chocolates in upscale bakery
Furniture

In focus

Our pick of the sofas, tables, chairs and accessories that are sure to bring comfort and joy into our workplaces and homes.

  • Issue #168
  • 9 min read
Red upholstered armchair with matching frame alongside round side table and table lamp in modern interior setting
Politics

Affairs

The stories you should be paying attention to – and the ones you might have missed.

  • Issue #168
  • 8 min read
Two sumo wrestlers grappling during a match on a sandy ring with spectators in the background
Hospitality

In good taste

We sample the three bars vying for your attention at a Parisian opening that's become the talk of the town before hopping to Helsinki for succulent seafood and Sydney for dining with a view.

  • Issue #167
  • 6 min read
Elegant dining spread on marble table with cocktails, fried chicken, and small plates in upscale restaurant setting
Urbanism

The Opener

Tyler Brûlé ponders the absence of North American cities in this year’s Quality of Life Survey.

  • Issue #165
  • 9 min read
Kyle water tower with red roof against clear blue sky
Art

In the picture

From expanding gallery superbrands to a south Asian completist and a striking alfresco sculpture collection, our bumper art special puts the sector's key players into perspective.

  • Issue #164
  • 40 min read
In the picture

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