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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
Retail

Personal shoppers

Christopher Lord on how bespoke service is helping America’s family-owned department stores to thrive.

  • Issue #164
  • 3 min read
Hand writing in notebook with fabric swatches and pen
Residences

Family unit

Refusing to be derailed by natural disasters and ever-rising costs, Samantha Mink’s architectural debut is a remarkable and liveable modernist home for her parents.

  • Issue #164
  • 9 min read
Modern wooden poolside deck with lounge chairs and glass pavilion structure surrounded by trees
Business

Nose for business

Fragrance and fashion firm Puig has become a powerful luxury group. Its CEO reveals how he discovered the sweet smell of success.

  • Issue #164
  • 11 min read
Modern perfumery lab with white tables, bottles, testing equipment and city views through floor-to-ceiling windows
Hospitality

Phoenix rising Global

As Japanese accents appear in Oslo and Italian touches take root in Tokyo, a familial Lebanese home has been rebuilt following a devastating fire.

  • Issue #164
  • 7 min read
Phoenix rising Global
Fashion

Greek revival

Young Greeks are returning home to revive family businesses while creative expats discover Athens' sunshine, affordable living and thriving artisan scene.

  • Issue #163
  • 6 min read
Tan leather sandals from Melissinos workshop showing handcrafted construction and simple thong-style design
Business

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.

  • Issue #162
  • 25 min read
Purchasing power: Part 2
Manufacturing

Connective threads

We meet the leaders of three heritage houses that are adapting to the industry’s ever-changing demands while upholding their history and time-tested values.

  • Issue #162
  • 13 min read
Adolfo and Adriana Domínguez sitting together in a fashion showroom with clothing displays
Retail

Hat’s off to you

London's 347-year-old Lock & Co Hatters has crowned everyone from Admiral Nelson to Churchill. Now the family-owned institution wants to top off your wardrobe too.

  • Issue #161
  • 1 min read
Display of various classic hat styles including fedoras and panama hats with different colored bands

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