Category: Lifestyle

Nov 08
Luxury in Palm Springs

Having time to travel and view exceptional art and architecture is my idea of luxury. A perfect example magically occurred on my October visit to Palm Springs, perhaps the birth place of mid-twentieth century modernist design. Friends knowing my passion for contemporary architecture arranged a visit to view a house in Palm Springs, which possibly […]

Nov 07
What trend?

‘Matte black, square-framed’ would be what an optometrist would tell you if you pressed them for a trend. And when I say pressed, I mean pressed like you against your friends when trying to weave through the masses at Family. Frankly, optometrists aren’t really seeing much in terms of one style out-selling others, and they […]

Nov 04
Less is More in Montevideo

Montevideo is the charming capital of Uruguay, delicately positioned between Brazil and Argentina. A captivating place that inhales the breeze from the coast coupled with its alternative flurry of city life, Montevideo combines a laid-back approach with traditional Latin formalities. Add in great food, tranquil beaches, an artsy centre and its proud historical foundation, Montevideo […]

Oct 26
Review: Cassia

As part of our Luxe feature this month, we sent Amy Todd to eat her heart out. Nothing says luxury more than a delicious degustation menu, paired with a stunning New Zealand wine-matching. And what better venue to indulge than at Metro’s 2016 Restaurant of the Year? So one squally, whatever-happened-to-spring evening, we were dropped […]

Oct 21
Fake It ‘Til You Make It

You’ve left the safety of the couch and you’ve got your lucky pants on. You finally secured dinner plans with the dreamboat you matched with on Tinder weeks ago – Tristan from Toronto. He’s here on a working holiday visa, it’s your first date and you’ve already picked out your matching wedding tuxedos. You’re desperate […]

Oct 11
Best in Class Feature – Part Two

The annual express Best in Class feature for 2016 has highlighted what a great range of vehicles have become available for discerning drivers this year. express reviews and gives a gay perspective on six new models: two convertibles, two saloons and two SUVs. All of these vehicles are at, or near, the top of their class, […]

Oct 07
Best in Class Feature – Part One

The annual express Best in Class feature for 2016 has highlighted what a great range of vehicles have become available for discerning drivers this year. express reviews and gives a gay perspective on six new models: two convertibles, two saloons and two SUVs. All of these vehicles are at, or near, the top of their […]

Sep 30
Attend to Me

Most of you will agree, there is nothing worse than gazing longingly across a crowded restaurant, fixated on the one person in the room who has everything you want and need, yet unfortunately, their attention belong to another – The Waiter. You find yourself entirely switching off from the conversation you are having with your […]