Galeto has held a special place in the hearts of Lisboetas through thick and thin. And it’s no wonder: this perennial pick-me-up has welcomed everyone from politicians to prostitutes. We take a seat to find out why it has…
We sample what’s brewing in a Norwegian coffeehouse in Tokyo, reel in delicacies from the deep in Stockholm and fill up on Anglo-French fare in London. Meanwhile, Belleville brings the spirit of revolution to Parisian…
From a trailblazing Japanese label’s hi-tech textiles to a Danish coffee roastery’s foray into fashion, we look at the designers and brands taking delight in challenging expectations.
A good book amounts to far more than just printed matter. Here, we explore the volumes that have touched the lives of 50 friends of Monocle, drawn from the worlds of design, culture, food and more.
Good things come to those who wait. And wait. But is that old adage the reason why we’re all too eager to form an orderly line in anticipation of some hitherto unavailable luxury – a new phone, say, or even a particularly…
Twelve times a year, thousands of parliamentarians and their staff journey to the Alsatian seat of the European Parliament for four days of deliberation. As the far-right ascends across the continent, what lies ahead for…
When thinking of Venice, the word ‘secluded’ doesn’t spring to mind. But on the fortified island of Sant’Andrea, only a stone’s throw from St Mark’s Square, it’s a different story.
In an issue that celebrates the best in design with our annual top 50 awards, we also hail the world of print – specifically the books that everyone should read, as chosen by a prime roster of creative talent. All of this…
Seeking inspiration for your home or company’s workplace? Monocle’s Design Awards celebrate the year’s best products, models and structures, championing ideas that go well beyond the ordinary.