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British Chef Jackson Boxer Blends Comfort and Innovation at French Bistro Henri

Growing up in south London, Jackson Boxer remembers having “a huge appetite for existence and a lot of creative energy” from a young age. But he...

13.11.2024 4

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Emily Zemler

‘Dune: Prophecy’ Review: Sisterhood is Powerful, At Least In This Universe

This prequel to the blockbuster films centers on a mysterious organization called the Sisterhood.

12.11.2024 5

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Emily Zemler

An Insider’s Guide to Notting Hill 

Notting Hill, which includes the famed Portobello Road and its surrounding areas, is known for its shopping, including antiques, its colorful houses...

08.11.2024 4

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Emily Zemler

London’s Best Gastropubs for British Pub Food

Whether you’re exploring Hampstead Heath, venturing into Hackney or shopping around Mayfair, London has an eclectic, welcoming array of top-end...

07.11.2024 3

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Emily Zemler

How Vivek Singh Transformed the Landscape of Indian Cuisine in England

The Cinnamon Club has been a fixture in the London dining scene since March 2001, drawing locals and visitors in with its high-end take on Indian...

06.11.2024 5

Observer

Emily Zemler

Warhols, Golden Caviar and Vanilla Bean Ice Cream: Larry Jayasekara Embraces Luxury at The Cocochine

Every aspect of The Cocochine is about quiet indulgence. Caviar augments several dishes, the tables are luxuriously far apart and the walls are...

02.11.2024 5

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Emily Zemler

BFI London Film Festival Premiere: ‘Joy’

Although Joy often feels like a very old-fashioned movie, it hits a surprisingly modern note. The film, directed by Ben Taylor and written by Jack...

16.10.2024 5

Observer

Emily Zemler

‘Lonely Planet’ Review: Laura Dern Rom-Com Is A Better Travel Ad Than Movie

Did anyone have a Morocco-set rom-com starring Laura Dern and Liam Hemsworth on their 2024 bingo card? If so, congratulations, even if the resulting...

12.10.2024 10

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Emily Zemler

‘The Apprentice’ Review: A Young Trump In Search of Money, Power And Respect

Hate him or worship him, Donald Trump is an inescapable figure in pop culture. He’s frequently parodied and mimicked, both by comedians and social...

12.10.2024 8

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Emily Zemler

How Diego Oka’s Pandemic Pottery Hobby Evolved Into an Eight-Course Tasting Menu

During the coronavirus pandemic, Diego Oka, executive chef at Miami restaurant La Mar by Gastón Acurio , decided to learn how to make pottery. He...

11.10.2024 6

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Emily Zemler

BFI London Film Festival Premiere: Steve McQueen’s ‘Blitz’

Steve McQueen—a director who understands we can only look forward by looking back—gives us a new lens through which to examine WWII in this...

09.10.2024 7

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Emily Zemler

At Venice’s Hotel Cipriani, Chef Vania Ghedini’s Menu Is a Taste of Italy

For me, when someone comes to order, it’s like they’re coming to my home," chef Vania Ghedini tells Observer. "I think of it like when the...

09.10.2024 3

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Emily Zemler

‘Nobody Wants This’ Review: A Rabbi and A Podcaster Walk Into a Party . . .

A quirky rom-com pairing Kristen Bell and Adam Brody is something of a millennial fever dream. After all, the actors played Veronica Mars and Seth...

26.09.2024 10

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A West London Dinner Party: Zoë and Layo Paskin Debut The Barbary Notting Hill

“I've always enjoyed having people to my home,” Zoë Paskin tells Observer. “They need to feel better when they leave than when they arrive, so...

25.09.2024 5

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Emily Zemler

‘The Wild Robot’ Review: A Metal Heart Beats With Animated Beauty

The Oscar for Best Animated Feature is The Wild Robot’s to lose. The film, from DreamWorks Animation, is a deeply moving, beautifully crafted...

25.09.2024 7

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Emily Zemler

For Café Cecilia Chef Max Rocha, a New Cookbook Is a Family Affair

Taking the helm of Café Cecilia , one of London’s most buzzed-about restaurants, was almost accidental for Max Rocha. The chef, who grew up in...

19.09.2024 3

Observer

Emily Zemler

How Chef Johnny Curiel’s Dedication to Authentic Mexican Cuisine Led to a Michelin Star

O pening Alma Fonda Fina was a leap of faith for chef Johnny Curiel and his wife Kasie, who debuted the Denver restaurant last December. Both had...

13.09.2024 4

Observer

Emily Zemler

Claude Bosi on British Food, Home Cooking and Great Service

Although Claude Bosi has several Michelin stars to his name, his most significant success is developing long-term relationships with his guests. The...

12.09.2024 6

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Emily Zemler

‘My Old Ass’ Review: Poignant Coming of Age Story With A Time Traveling Twist

If our older, wiser self returned to dole out advice, would we listen? That’s the question at the heart of My Old Ass , a charmingly thoughtful...

11.09.2024 20

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Emily Zemler

‘The Perfect Couple’ Review: A Bingeable Netflix Whodunit, But Not Much More

In creating The White Lotus , Mike White caused an inadvertent tsunami across the television industry. It’s impossible, after two seasons of the...

05.09.2024 20

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Emily Zemler

‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’ Review: Pure, Genuine Fun (And Occasionally Gross)

Tim Burton's sequel to his 1988 classic is a hilariously strange and charismatic voyage through Hollywood’s best creative minds and most skilled...

04.09.2024 4

Observer

Emily Zemler

A Luxury Travel Guide to Hamburg, Germany

Whether you’re interested in the city’s culinary scene, its outdoor offerings or its cultural attractions, there’s plenty to see and do in...

04.09.2024 4

Observer

Emily Zemler

How Huset Chef Alberto Lozano Embraces the Arctic at the World’s Northernmost Fine Dining Restaurant

Growing up in Spain, Alberto Lozano always found a sense of calm in the kitchen. He was a hyperactive kid, so his mom put him to work mixing cake...

26.08.2024 5

Observer

Emily Zemler

The Most Exciting New Restaurant Openings in London

In the coming months, The Barbary will debut its third outpost, Jason Atherton will expand his culinary empire, Santiago Lastra will open up his...

22.08.2024 5

Observer

Emily Zemler

‘Emily In Paris’ Season Four Review: Ridiculous! Fun!

Those who feign distaste in Emily in Paris almost certainly binge-watch it in secret. Since the Netflix series, created by Darren Star, premiered...

15.08.2024 10

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Emily Zemler

‘Jackpot!’ Review: This Glued-Together Action Comedy Is A Loser

One thing that’s become clear in recent years is that Hollywood is running out of ideas. No longer satisfied to remake successful classics or...

14.08.2024 3

Observer

Emily Zemler

Beaverbrook’s Chef Wojciech Popow Always Strives to Create Something New

Once home to Lord Beaverbrook, the vast Surrey Hills estate now known as Beaverbrook has become one of England’s most renowned country house hotels....

14.08.2024 10

Observer

Emily Zemler

Where to Eat and Drink During London Fashion Week

Many of the fashion industry professionals, celebrities and models have favorite spots around town to dine and drink, while some newer restaurants and...

12.08.2024 3

Observer

Emily Zemler

Master Sommelier Stefanie Hehn Loves Everything About Hospitality—Especially the Wine

Stefanie Hehn never pictured herself having a career in wine. Now the master sommelier at Hamburg’s Lakeside restaurant, Hehn initially studied...

07.08.2024 10

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Emily Zemler

‘It Ends With Us’ Review: Blake Lively Saves This Romantic Drama From a Soapy Fate

Anyone still wondering whether Blake Lively is a genuine movie star need look no farther than It Ends With Us , a gleaming romantic drama that...

07.08.2024 5

Observer

Emily Zemler

The London Insider’s Guide to Marylebone and Mayfair

From the best hotels to the top eateries and bars, we’ve broken down everything you need to know when planning a trip to the area.

05.08.2024 8

Observer

Emily Zemler

‘The Decameron’ Review: Black Comedy About the Black Death Is Bingeable But Messy

The Decameron , a black comedy helmed by creator and showrunner Kathleen Jordan, has a lot of potential. The series is set during Florence’s...

25.07.2024 6

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Emily Zemler

Chef Chet Sharma on Science, Success and the Best Pizza in London

Chet Sharma never intended to become a chef. Although he grew up working in kitchens, including in London’s Michelin-starred Benares and Locanda...

22.07.2024 3

Observer

Emily Zemler

‘Omnivore’ Review: Apple TV+ Food Series Has the Right Ingredients

'Omnivore' tells the stories of eight essential ingredients—from salt to tuna to corn—and where they come from, reminding the viewer that what we...

17.07.2024 3

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Emily Zemler

London’s Most Exclusive New Spa Boasts Stella McCartney Facials and a Hyperbaric Chamber

The definition of wellness is ever-evolving, but at Surrenne , it encompasses both well-being and longevity. Located in the Maybourne Hotel...

12.07.2024 10

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Emily Zemler

For Alain Ducasse, Fine Dining Is Here to Stay

Alain Ducasse has been defining high-end gastronomy for decades. The French chef’s culinary group, Ducasse Paris, now leads more than 60...

10.07.2024 5

Observer

Emily Zemler

‘Fly Me to the Moon’ Review: Scarlett Johansson Shines in Space-Age Rom Com

What Fly Me to the Moon lacks in historical accuracy it makes up for in stylish charm. The film, from screenwriter Rose Gilroy and director Greg...

09.07.2024 10

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Emily Zemler

Ikoyi Chef Jeremy Chan Is Deconstructing Restaurant Myths

Since Ikoyi opened in 2017, the West African-inspired restaurant has become a force to be reckoned with in London’s culinary scene. Founded by...

03.07.2024 4

Observer

Emily Zemler

The Best Luxury Hotels in Copenhagen

Copenhagen has everything from old school luxury to newer, more contemporary spots.

01.07.2024 4

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Emily Zemler

‘A Family Affair’ Review: Nicole Kidman and Zac Efron Have Zero Sparks

In Hollywood, the industry’s very particular rules of math state that two attractive movie stars should result in at least a semblance of onscreen...

01.07.2024 5

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Emily Zemler

How Chef Jonny Lake Is Making Michelin Fine Dining More Accessible

When chef Jonny Lake and sommelier Isa Bal opened Trivet in London at the end of 2019, the pair, who had worked together at Heston Blumenthal’s...

26.06.2024 6

Observer

Emily Zemler

‘The Bikeriders’ Review: The Vibe Is Pitch Perfect, The Story Less So

Like the scuffed-up leather jackets worn by its characters, The Bikeriders is an aesthetically cool movie. The film, written and directed by Jeff...

18.06.2024 3

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Emily Zemler

An Insider’s Look at London’s Brand-New Mandarin Oriental Mayfair

The new Mandarin Oriental property is a worthwhile new addition to the already-packed London hotel scene.

17.06.2024 7

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Emily Zemler

How Michelin-Starred Chef Andrew Wong Navigates the London Culinary Scene

Despite being one of London’s most highly-acclaimed chefs, Andrew Wong is in the kitchen at his two Michelin-starred restaurant A. Wong every...

13.06.2024 4

Observer

Emily Zemler

‘Inside Out 2’ Review: Even the Animated Version of Puberty Is a Mixed Bag

Many of us are on the cusp of—or fully immersed in—anxiety at any given moment. It’s perhaps better described as a state of being than an...

12.06.2024 3

Observer

Emily Zemler

‘I Used to Be Funny’ Review: A Stand Up Comic Struggles With Trauma

Rachel Sennott usually knows what she’s doing. Her edgy comic sensibility, which often veers into scene-stealing intensity, has been aptly placed in...

10.06.2024 7

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Emily Zemler

Chef Jessica Préalpato on How to Make the Perfect Pastry

Being a pastry chef in the age of Instagram fame isn’t easy, but Jessica Préalpato is far more interested in how something tastes than how it looks...

10.06.2024 20

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Emily Zemler

Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Lola Petticrew Talk About Facing Death (Who’s a Parrot) In ‘Tuesday’

Death takes on an unexpected form in Daina O. Pusić’s Tuesday , a film about a mother grappling with her terminally ill daughter’s impending...

06.06.2024 6

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Emily Zemler

Inside Hôtel San Régis, a Historic Hidden Gem in Paris With a Dior Connection

In 1947, Carmel Snow, the then-editor-in-chief of Harper’s Bazaar , famously declared that Christian Dior’s newest collection was a “new...

31.05.2024 20

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Emily Zemler

‘Young Woman and the Sea’ Review: This Sports Biopic Makes the Formula Work

You’ll be forgiven for a lack of excitement around Young Woman and the Sea , a biopic of Trudy Ederle, the first woman to successfully swim...

30.05.2024 20

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