‘They said we were crazy’ How Amsterdam became Europe’s sustainability hub
‘Taste this. Champagne leaf. An anaesthetic. From the Amazon. Great for cocktails. Our sous chef makes sweets from it’ I’m not in a restaurant, nor a cafe: I’m standing on the roof of the 21-storey QO Hotel, in a self-sufficient, self-sustaining greenhouse....
Iconic American hotel bars around the US
Iconic American hotel bars around the US - words Alexa Wang There are bars that you’ll always remember because they have given you one of the best nights of your life. Then there are the iconic American hotel bars; these are the ones you’ll remember just because of...
Jane Weaver: Interview on eve of ‘Loops in Secret Society’ tour
With her solo, audio-visual 'Loops in Secret Society' tour kicking off this October, Jane Weaver is coming home to roost with a run of shows we’re all aching to get into. Manchester’s stunning spaceship-esque Royal Exchange theatre is just one of the venues hosting...
CANVAS comes to Manchester for live art event
CANVAS comes to Manchester for live art event - words Al Woods Manchester’s northern quarter has long been known as a creative hub. In recent years it’s become a great place to enjoy a drink of an evening with some unique, laid back places that exist in the nooks and...
Yungen, Konshens and Mr Eazi headline Casa Bacardi tour
Yungen, Konshens and Mr Eazi headline Casa Bacardi tour - words Alexa Wang We are a nation of music lovers. Many of us have a passion for our own favourite genre. We also love a good night out. This latest offering from Bacardi combines the two in a package designed...
Men’s must haves for this year’s autumn wardrobe
Men's must haves for this year's autumn wardrobe - words Al Woods It's safe to say that autumn has definitely arrived. Long gone are the days you can confidently leave the house without wearing a jacket. There's now a certain chill in the air and you're trying to...
5 colours for a man’s wardrobe for an autumn aesthetic
Autumn it's a versatile season, with gusting winds one second and then surprising sunshine the next. In turn, your wardrobe needs to reflect these constant changes, but that's not to say you can't add some style alongside the practical. Your wardrobe is a great...
The appeal of dystopian fiction
The appeal of dystopian fiction - words Cristina Archer Utopia – is it a good place or perhaps a state of mind? Somewhere inside of all of us, do we strive to be better? Do we search for that physical place so beautiful to take our breath away? Do we also seek a...
Our super useful guide to getting around Melbourne
Our super useful guide to getting around Melbourne - words Alexa Wang Melbourne is a city that’s brimming with style, a hipster’s paradise of sun, sand, gigs, good food and an almost endless sea of things to do. Casting your eye over a map of this sunny Australian...
D*Face debuts ‘Save the World’ art car at Moniker Art Fair
D*Face debuts ‘Save the World’ art car at Moniker Art Fair - words Al Woods The art car, as a concept, has been around since the 1970’s. Hot Rods were given mad makeovers back then like some mad beasts from the Mad Max movies as artists and designers let their...
Get off the beaten track exploring Italy
Italy is one of the most popular places for travellers to visit. The country attracts everyone for history buffs to those looking for the perfect spot for a sun and surf. You might know some of the biggest draws Italy has to offer but do you know some of the secrets...
How to promote your salon online
words Alexa Wang It’s every salon owners dream to run a beautiful enterprise that offers a one of a kind experience for customers - however, achieving this goal is no easy feat. You’ve been running your hair salon for some time now, but there are reoccurring slow...
An illuminating look at the history of Lizard Lighthouse
An illuminating look at the history of Lizard Lighthouse - words Alexa Wang Standing tall at the most southerly point in mainland Britain are the twin towers of Lizard Lighthouse, which remain one of the most iconic Cornish landmarks to this day. Highly popular for...
7 fall fashion trends you should follow
7 fall fashion trends you should follow - words Al Woods The world of fashion likes to keep itself fresh every season, and that is why with each passing one comes a new set of trends and looks to look out for. Autumn is upon us all, and with the falling leaves and...
Alpine chill: swapping the skis for an e-mountain bike
Words: Neil Geraghty For the lazy at heart e-biking might seem a like a stroll in the park. But when you’re on an electric mountain bike in the French Alps, don’t be lulled into a sense of false security. I’m participating in a group 'emtb' ride through the idyllic...