Nathalie Mohadjer
Pulling up a bistro seat in Paris means you’ll be sitting on a piece of Maison Drucker history
Maison Drucker’s rattan chairs don’t just furnish Paris – they define it. These icons of the terrasse have outlived trends since 1985.
The five best sando shops in Paris
Parisians famously adore bread and they also love Japanese food. Join the two and you’ve uncovered a new market, as have several restaurants in the capital selling ‘sandos’ – delicious Japanese milk-bread lunches.
Bruno Pavlovsky on Chanel’s enduring success recipe: ‘It’s brand first’
Elegantly straddling the worlds of luxury and popular culture, Chanel's influence continues to grow stronger. Monocle speaks to its president of fashion about its renewed focus on heritage, craft and timeless style.
The Agenda: How the Olympics could jeopardise the French capital’s ‘bouquinistes’
The stories you should be paying attention to – and the ones you might have missed.
Marseille’s culinary renaissance
Marseille’s food scene now rivals the Riviera and Provence, making it a top French seaside destination.
Purchasing power: Part 2
Japanese developer Sekisui House transformed Brisbane's West End with independent retailers and abundant green space, creating a thriving mixed-use community that attracts 26,000 daily visitors.
Purchasing power: Part 1
We celebrate the world of physical retail by visiting the pioneering boutiques, revitalised high streets and customer-facing vendors elevating the in-store experience.
Sea change
A staple of the Spanish coastline is in the balance. We meet the people behind Formentera’s chiringuitos.
The Monocle Design Awards 2022
From the smartest greenhouses to the prettiest glassware, the Monocle Design Awards celebrate the most pleasing projects that bring our homes and cities to life.
Under the umbrella
As industries faltered during the pandemic, two entrepreneurs identified an opportunity. With their new holding company, Cultureworks, they plan to offer a global platform for creativity.
