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Artistic merit
Art can be a difficult topic of conversation. But when artist David Salle and author Francine Prose get together, they make it look effortless. Coincidence? We think not.
Talking shop
From an iconic US brand to Dutch teaching that’s second to ‘nun’, we present our guide to multilingualism.
Healthy cities: vim and vigour
Across the world governments and developers are waking up to the fact that healthier cities are happier ones. We touch down in three very different destinations to admire some of the best urban design…
Made in Vienna
Craftsmanship has been at the beating heart of Vienna for hundreds of years; Monocle Films visits three family-run companies that have made tradition relevant.
Statement piece
Berlin is firming up its footing on the world stage with a sparkling renovation of its stellar department store, KaDeWe, a six-year, €300m project.
On the make
Austria’s second city is a hub of activity – and a place of opportunity – for its young creatives.
Seasoned to taste
From keeping a nation’s food culture fresh to shelf space for small-scale producers, here are five food firms with tasty ideas for the year ahead.
Up the Andes
It may be near the equator but there’s nothing middling about Ecuador’s third city – hence the mountainous expat boom.
La bella vita
With its thriving businesses and close-knit community, it’s little wonder this scenic Italian town has a winning quality of life.
