It’s Galaxy Season: Here Are 4 Night Sky Events To Spot This Spring
Spring in the Northern Hemisphere, dubbed “Galaxy Season,” offers the clearest views of distant galaxies from March through early June. The article highlights four night‑sky events: the Lyrid meteor shower (peak 22 April), the Eta Aquariids (up to 40 meteors per hour around 6 May), a rare alignment of Mercury, Mars, Saturn and Neptune (16‑23 April), and the Spring Triangle asterism formed by Regulus, Arcturus and Spica. These phenomena are visible to the naked eye or with modest telescopes, especially from mid‑latitude locations such as the UK. Observers are encouraged to plan outings around the peak dates for optimal viewing.
Where To Eat In Queen’s Park, According To A Local
Queen's Park in north‑west London is rapidly transforming into a culinary hotspot, driven by a wave of new openings and long‑standing local favorites. Chef‑owner Daniel Land, who launched the bakery‑restaurant Don’t Tell Dad, says the area has shifted from a...
Stella McCartney Continues To Ruffle Feathers For All The Right Reasons
Stella McCartney, a long‑time champion of cruelty‑free fashion, introduced the world’s first plant‑based feather alternative in her Paris Spring/Summer 2026 runway. The material, developed with British startup FEVVERS, was showcased on three couture dresses that highlighted its feather‑like look and...
The Best Tiramisu In London
Country & Town House has compiled a comprehensive guide to the best tiramisu spots across London, highlighting more than 20 restaurants, cafés and hotels that serve standout versions of the classic Italian dessert. The list ranges from upscale Michelin‑starred venues...
A Guide To Gordon Ramsay’s Restaurants
Gordon Ramsay’s restaurant group has grown to roughly 100 venues worldwide, including over 30 in the UK. The portfolio spans high‑end Michelin‑starred establishments, such as the three‑star Restaurant Gordon Ramsay, to casual concepts like Lucky Cat, Bread Street Kitchen, and a...
Mid-Strength Wine Is Having A Moment
The UK’s mindful‑drinking wave is now embracing mid‑strength wine, defined by an ABV of roughly 5‑9 percent—about half the alcohol of a standard bottle. A KAM Insights survey shows half of drinkers would prefer two mid‑strength glasses to one full‑strength...
The Volvo XC90 T8 Is The Swiss Army Knife Of SUVs
Volvo’s 2026 XC90 T8 hybrid continues as a flagship luxury SUV, blending a 2.0‑litre petrol engine with a battery that delivers up to 43 miles of electric‑only range. The refreshed model adds an 11‑inch Google‑powered infotainment screen, Matrix LED headlights and...
I Had A Colour Consultation To Coordinate My Forever Home – Here’s What Happened
Lucy Cleland hired Edward Bulmer Natural Paint’s colour consultant Lena Dahnsjo for an in‑home colour audit. After reviewing lighting, furniture and personal preferences, Lena curated a palette that includes a terracotta pink called Hespan, Spanish white ceilings, French blue for the...
Everything We Know About The New Season Of Race Across the World
BBC's "Race Across the World" returns for its sixth season, launching on April 2 at 8 p.m. on BBC One and iPlayer. Five pairs of adventurers will traverse more than 12,000 km through Italy, Greece, Turkey, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan and Mongolia,...
8 Best Nights Out In London’s Galleries, Museums & Theatres
London’s major cultural institutions are expanding their programming into the night, offering a mix of music, dance, and interactive experiences. Venues such as the Barbican, Royal Court, Tate Modern, Natural History Museum, Christie’s, V&A, and Science Museum now host regular...
Hotel Review: Bertrand’s Townhouse, Bloomsbury
Bertrand’s Townhouse, a new 43‑room boutique hotel in Bloomsbury, merges three Georgian townhouses into a luxury retreat inspired by philosopher Bertrand Russell. Designed by Studio Moren, the property blends heritage cornicing, brass furnishings and contemporary art, offering both classic and...
ITV’s Grace Has Returned For Season 6 – Here’s Where It Was Filmed
ITV has launched the sixth season of its crime drama Grace, debuting on March 29 across ITV1 and the streaming service ITVX. The series continues to follow Detective Superintendent Roy Grace, played by John Simm, as he tackles new cold‑case...
Pope John Paul II’s Former Central Rome Home Has Hit The Market
A 400‑year‑old Roman palazzo that once housed future Pope John Paul II has been listed for €30 million, roughly $33 million. The six‑floor, 3,535 sqm property includes a deconsecrated 1611 church, 40 bedrooms, and a 614 sqm private garden. Historically a convent built by the...
The C&TH Shopping Edit
Country & Town House released a hand‑picked luxury shopping edit featuring nine items across fashion, beauty and homeware. Prices range from $95 for a relaxed shirt to $781 for a Richmond 2 handbag, with notable pieces like a $215 SkinCeuticals serum...
11 Stunning Bridal Hairstyles With Veils For Your Wedding Mood Board
The article curates 11 bridal hairstyles paired with veils, offering expert advice on how to harmonize hair and veil for a cohesive wedding look. Stylists emphasize designing the hairstyle with the veil in mind, focusing on placement, proportion, and veil...
Karl Lagerfeld’s 18th Century Manor House Has Hit The Market
Karl Lagerfeld’s former residence, the 1749 Manoir du Mée‑sur‑Seine near Paris, is now on the market for €2.7 million (about $2.9 million). The 500 sqm manor and 184 sqm guest house sit on extensive landscaped grounds and have hosted lavish parties, fashion shoots, and film...
5 Ways To Make Your Home More Sustainable
The UK is pushing homeowners toward greener living with five practical upgrades, from heat‑pump installation—backed by a $9,500 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant—to solar panels, induction cooking, better insulation, and home batteries. Heat pumps can cut emissions by about 70% and...
Varsity Rules: How Menswear Got Its Prep Back
The classic varsity aesthetic, rooted in 1950s Ivy League campuses, is experiencing a broad revival across luxury houses, streetwear labels, and heritage makers. Designers are de‑constructing traditional rugby shirts, penny loafers and blazers, pairing them with technical fabrics, outdoor silhouettes...
All The New David Attenborough Shows Dropping This Spring
The BBC is commemorating Sir David Attenborough’s 100th birthday with a dedicated week of programming in spring 2026. Three brand‑new series – Secret Garden, Making Life on Earth: Attenborough’s Greatest Adventure, and a live concert‑styled event titled David Attenborough’s 100...
This Is The Very Best Time To Visit Thailand
Thailand’s optimal travel window remains its cool, dry winter from November through March, when temperatures hover in the low 30s °C, skies stay clear and sunshine exceeds nine hours daily. This period drives the majority of international arrivals, keeping attractions open...
Sacred Plate: At Ananda In The Himalayas Food Is A Healing Hero
Ananda in the Himalayas, a luxury wellness retreat founded by Ashok Khanna of the Oberoi lineage, blends Ayurvedic nutrition, yoga, and ancient Indian philosophy within a historic palace estate. Guests undergo a personalized dosha assessment that shapes their meals, emphasizing...
Hotel De La Ville, Rome: A Modern-Day Icon Overlooking The Spanish Steps
Hotel de la Ville, part of the Rocco Forte group, opened in an 18th‑century palazzo overlooking the Spanish Steps in Rome. Designed by Tommaso Ziffer and Olga Polizzi, the 104‑room property combines bold interiors, a rooftop bar called Cielo, and...
What’s The Story With Crookhaven?
BBC Studios Kids & Family has debuted "Crookhaven", an eight‑part drama that reimagines a secret school for young thieves as a family‑friendly adventure. Adapted from J.J. Arcanjo’s five‑book YA series, the show follows pickpocket prodigy Gabriel and rival Penelope as...
Cape Escape: Off-Season Nantucket Has Charm & Lowkey Luxury In Spades
The article highlights Nantucket’s off‑season appeal, showcasing tranquil autumn visits, boutique luxury accommodations, and a relaxed vibe compared with the summer rush. It notes the island’s high‑end market, with median home values around $4.7 million and roughly 75 billionaires residing there....
10 Love Lessons From Luca Maggiora’s New Book Before You Go
Luca Maggiora, owner of London’s iconic Tramp club, has released *Before You Go: What I Learned About Love – Ten Lessons That Change Everything*. Drawing on personal experience and years of therapy, the book distills ten practical lessons for sustaining...
How To Get Tickets For The 2026 Global Fashion Summit
The Global Fashion Agenda will host its 2026 Global Fashion Summit in Copenhagen from 6‑7 May, focusing on the theme “Building Resilient Futures.” The two‑day conference gathers top sustainability leaders from brands like Kering, LVMH and eBay to discuss innovation,...
In The Studio With Sculptor Conrad Shawcross
Conrad Shawcross has turned a derelict Hackney factory into a combined home and expansive studio, enabling him to produce his largest works yet. The newly built "rope machine" – The Nervous System (Umbilical) – is a kinetic sculpture of dyed...
Why Polestar’s Industry-Leading Approach To Sustainability Is A Breath Of Fresh Air
Polestar has cemented its reputation as a sustainability pioneer by publishing full Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) reports for every model since 2020, a practice still rare in the automotive sector. The latest LCA for the Polestar 5 grand tourer shows a...
How To Make Your Own Farmer J Lunch
London’s fast‑casual favorite Farmer J has turned its on‑the‑go fieldtrays into a home‑cooking guide with the launch of *The Farmer’s Pantry* cookbook. Co‑written by founders Jonathan and Ali Recanati and Head of Food Nitai Shevach, the volume features more than...
Is This Off-The-Beaten Track Gastropub One Of The Best In Britain?
The Killingworth Castle in the Cotswolds has earned a spot among Britain’s top gastropubs, ranking 17th overall and featuring in the country’s top‑50 list. The venue recently promoted Rob Mason, formerly of Michelin‑starred Hampton Manor, to head chef, maintaining its...