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Off-Duty Digest: Weekly Activities of Our Web Editors Revealed

This week, our team immersed themselves in art, culinary delights, and beverages, attending gallery openings and discovering exceptional pasta and cocktail options.

This week, our website team indulged in art, cuisine, and beverages, partaking in exhibition...
This week, our website team indulged in art, cuisine, and beverages, partaking in exhibition openings and discovering exceptional pasta and cocktails.

A Double Art Show Extravaganza

ART, CULTURE, WATCHES AND JEWELRY EDITOR: Hannah Silver

Off-Duty Digest: Weekly Activities of Our Web Editors Revealed

Take a peek at the fantastic Hepworth Wakefield—the stunning art paradise designed by David Chipperfield. This week, they've doubled the excitement with two exhibitions, showcasing the masterpieces of Helen Chadwick and Caroline Walker. The gallery's flawless programming left me captivated and eager to chat with Caroline Walker about the influences behind her massive oil paintings of women's spaces[4].

A Feast of the Senses

STAFF WRITER: Tianna Williams

The glossy, chrome-clad and rainbow-hued The Dreamery in Islington has been a hot topic on social media. Was it worth the wait? Most definitely! It's a perfect blend of ice cream parlor and wine bar. Another stellar dining experience landed me at Gloria, a 70s Capri-style trattoria in Shoreditch. Unwind with friends over delicious food and vibrant decor[1].

A Sensational Book Discovery

ARCHITECTURE AND ENVIRONMENT DIRECTOR: Ellie Stathaki

Celebrate the launch of Wild Sauna, the new book by our cherished contributor editor Emma O'Kelly, with champagne and a discussion between the author and journalist Bee Rowlatt. This captivating wellness practice offers a unique blend of relaxation and intensity[3]. The book serves as a guide to UK's natural saunas; let's hope I get a chance to visit some soon!

An Enthralling Art Experience

SENIOR DESIGNER: Gabriel Annouka

Step into the mysterious world of artist Maite de Orbe's first solo exhibition, grief, God, car crashes, and best friends knotted in light, at Miłość Gallery. Piercing, cinematic, and stunningly beautiful, it's a must-see experience[5].

A Refreshing Cocktail Moment

ENTERTAINING DIRECTOR: Melina Keays

Indulge in a sophisticated happy hour at The Savoy's The River Restaurant bar, a cozy corner to enjoy people watching while sipping on your Martini. The Monarch Martini, crafted for the present king's coronation, is an unforgettable treat[2].

A Yacht Show for the Ages

DIGITAL STAFF WRITER: Anna Solomon

Step aboard the British Motor Yacht Show in Southampton and get a sneak peek at the groundbreaking “green methanol” revolution pioneered by Italian yacht builder Sanlorenzo. The SL96A, with its intriguing asymmetrical design, was my favorite boat of the show[6].

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In this vibrant city, the glossy and captivating dreamscape, The Dreamery, offers a unique lifestyle blend of ice cream and wine, promising a delightful food-and-drink experience [Tianna Williams]. Meanwhile, the art-loving traveler can embark on an entrancing journey to explore Maite de Orbe's solo exhibition, grief, God, car crashes, and best friends knotted in light, at the Miłość Gallery, providing an unforgettable entertainment experience [Gabriel Annouka].

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