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Sunday, April 06, 2025

Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni Lake Como

Tucked into the tourist-heavy village of Bellagio, renowned for its expansive views of the lake, the property is an oasis: large grounds, a calmiing garden, a sun-drenched pool, and a lakeside beach. Must visit.


Useful link: https://www.villaserbelloni.com

Feeding You Lies

Get to know Vani Hari.


Useful link: https://feedingyoulies.com

IWC Big Pilot's Watch Shock Absorber Tourbillon Skeleton XPL

The IWC Big Pilot's Watch Shock Absorber Tourbillon Skeleton XPL is a rare piece, limited to just 100 timepieces.


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Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda PF Sport Chronograph Ultra-Cermet-Milano Blue

The latest Tonda PF Sport Chronograph has added another facet to the brand's portfolio with material science, as it becomes the first watch with a case fully made of Ultra-Cermet.


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F.P.Journe Chronomètre Furtif

The 'it' timepiece. The Chronometre Furtif allows you to rediscover a fundamental joy: that of having time for yourself.


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Saturday, April 05, 2025

Royal Salute 21 Year Old The Harris Reed Edition

You be the judge.


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Selkie Sailing Adventures

Get to know Gareth and Amanda Doherty.


Useful link: https://selkiesailingseaadventures.com

Wild Women Of The Woods Northern Ireland

The Wild Women of the Woods Northern Ireland is an organization that aims to connect women from all over Ireland to experience nature and adventure together in wild, untamed settings.


Useful link: https://www.wildwomenofthewoodsni.com

Patek Philippe Complicated Desk Clock Ref. 27000M-001

The case is absolutely breathtaking, a storyteller. You can live out of your 1920s business mogul dreams for US$1178350.


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Coordinates Money Clip

I love the hand-made money clip. Get to know Heather B. Moore.


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China’s Gold Reserves

Many thanks to Jan Nieuwenhuijs's insightful report. Must read.


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Quatrefoil Earclips

Truly eye-catching. Get to know Verdura.


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Coquillage Earclips

I love the raw texture. Get to know Belperron.


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Friday, April 04, 2025

Conti Marone Cinzano Lot 1

You be the judge.


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Restaurante Simpar

Get to know Axel Smyth Taracido and Claudia Merchan Valdivieso, a fine food storyteller (s).


Useful link: https://restaurantesimpar.com

Downhill Only Ski Club

Since the club was formed on the 7th of February 1925, the beautiful village of Wengen has been the home of the Downhill Only Ski Club. Must visit.


Useful link: https://downhillonly.com

The St. Regis New York

The St. Regis has undergone a major renovation. Coinciding with the brand's 120th year, it recently finished revamping the entire lobby of its Manhattan flagship, a 238-room Beaux Art behemoth, alongside the King Cole Bar and two restaurants. Must visit.


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Sartory-Billard SB04-E Ruby Platinum

The SB04-E offers many of the traditional benefits of the indie buying experience, including exclusivity, and the pleasure of knowing your watchmaker.


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Hublot Big Bang 20th Anniversary Collection

Fusing materials, geometries, and mechanisms at its best. Only Hublot can do it. Take a look.


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Piaget Sixtie Watch

Piaget's new Sixtie makes the return of bold design.


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Tarallo Ring In Silver

Get to know Bea Bongiasca, a fine jewelry storyteller.


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Thursday, April 03, 2025

World Region Of Gastronomy 2025

This year, Catalonia holds the distinction of World Region of Gastronomy.


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Musar Jeune Red

You be the judge.


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60 Years Of The Sound Of Music

1965-2025. A brilliant storyteller. Must watch, again.


Useful link: https://www.sound-of-music.com

Nomos Club Sport Neomatik Worldtimer

If you are a fan of Nomos's colorful timepieces, act quick, as they are limited to 175 pieces each.


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H. Moser & Cie Endeavour Pop Collection

Take a look the Endeavour Pop Collection---an explosion of colors and gemstones, breathing new energy into precious materials.


Useful link: https://h-moser.com/pop-collection

2025 Smithsonian Craft Show

The Smithsonian Craft Show is the premier showcase for the finest in hand-crafted American artisanal works in the USA.


Useful link: https://www.smithsoniancraftshow.org

Petite Zaha Rainbow Flava Ring

Get to know Hiba Husayni, a fine jewelry storyteller.


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My Dearest Darling Diamond Necklace

A storyteller.


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Wednesday, April 02, 2025

Silent Movie Mondays

I love silent films.


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Maitre D AI

Customize it however you would like.


Useful link: https://www.maitre-d.ai

Visualizing Taste

Get to know Ai Hasano.


Useful link: https://www.aihisano.com

Vacheron Constantin Les Cabinotiers Solaria Ultra Grand Complication-La Première

Complex miniaturization at its best. Some say you might need an instruction manual to understand it. Hats off to Vacheron Constantin for the remarkable feat of achievement.


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Rapaport Diamond Podcast

Are Russia sanctions here to stay? Must listen.


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Rio Tinto Discovers Exceptional Yellow Diamond From Its Diavik Diamond Mine

Rio Tinto has discovered a 158.20 carat exceptional yellow diamond from its Diavik mine in Canada. The rough diamond is one of the largest gem-quality diamonds ever discovered in Canada. It is also one of only five yellow diamonds weighing more than 100 carats Rio Tinto has found at Diavik in its 22-year history. Take a look.


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Bonhams Paris Jewels Auction 2025

Paris Jewels Auction. 24 April 2025. Paris.


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Interstellar Peridot Ring

 I love the Art Deco style ring. Many thanks to M.S.Rau Antiques.


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Tuesday, April 01, 2025

Margarete Schütte-Lihotzky Center

Must visit.


Useful link: https://www.schuette-lihotzky.at

Shanklin Music Hall

An immersive experience of sound. Be amazed.


Useful link: https://shanklinmusichall.org

Harmony Wynelands Rose

You be the judge.


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Tourism Economics 2025

Travel data and forecasts.


Useful link: https://www.tourismeconomics.com

Watches And Wonders Geneva 2025

It's time. Come and meet the people behind the exceptional watchmaking week in Geneva, Switzerland.


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Buccellati Naturalia Milano Design Week 2025

The Naturalia exhibit (April 8-13) at Piazza Tomasi di Lampedusa, invites visitors on a sensory journey into the heart of Buccellati's artistry.


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Pinterest I Coachella 2025

Explore. Remix. Try on.


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Monica Rich Kosann x Peanuts Collection

Monica Rich Kosann's Peanut Collections are a work of art and a storyteller.


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Monday, March 31, 2025

Old Town Music Hall

A must visit for an immersive experience.


Useful link: https://oldtownmusichall.org

Raffles Sentosa Singapore

A secluded haven for a few.


Useful link: https://www.raffles.com/sentosa

Italian Cuisine Does Not Exist

Get to know Alberto Grandi and Daniele Blown.


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Sea Urchin Chandelier

Get to know Regis Mathieu, a fine lighting storyteller.


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Angelus Chronographe Télémètre Steel Rose

Take a look at Angelus's new monopusher chronograph model. You could choose between a 20-piece limited edition in 18K gold or 15-piece limited editions in stainless steel.


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