Myka Meier's debut book, Modern Etiquette Made Easy, distills the formal etiquette she learned from a former member of the Queen of England's household into five simple steps. This guide aims to boost your confidence by making social, dining, business, and networking etiquette easy to understand.
Discover P.J. Joseph's blog, your guide to colored gemstones, diamonds, watches, jewelry, art, design, luxury hotels, food, travel, and more. Based in South Asia, P.J. is a gemstone analyst, writer, and responsible foodie featured on Al Jazeera, BBC, CNN, and CNBC. Disclosure: All images are digitally created for educational and illustrative purposes. Portions of the blog were human-written and refined with AI to support educational goals.
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Sunday, January 04, 2026
Gaia Olivia Premium Intense & Peppery Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Gaia Olivia Premium Intense & Peppery Extra Virgin Olive Oil is a testament to quality and authenticity, sourced exclusively from Memecik olives grown through sustainable agriculture on a single estate in Turkey's Aegean Region. This early harvest oil is captured at the peak of ripeness and processed using advanced Mori-Tem cold-pressed technology to preserve its maximum nutritional value. After a dedicated overnight resting period, the oil is meticulously filtered to ensure a premium finish that highlights its bold, peppery character.
Awake Sơn Mài Fragments Pink
The Awake Sơn Mài Fragments Pink represents an evolution in creative artistry, harmonizing traditional Vietnamese lacquer with natural mother-of-pearl and the ancient Japanese technique of Raden. This timepiece creates a luminous dialogue between physical matter and deep emotion through its mesmerizing pink and pearly hues. Depending on the light, the dial shifts from the gentle softness of twilight to the brilliant stellar reflections of the cosmos, resulting in a design that captures both light and mystery in a single, ethereal display.
Paulin Zapata Modul
The Paulin Zapata Modul is a unique collaboration born from an interest in applying Chicago-based designer Crystal Zapata’s meditative creative process to the art of timekeeping.
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Echo/Neutra Rivanera Piccolo MB
The Echo/Neutra Rivanera Piccolo MB is a sophisticated, lightweight automatic dress watch that balances minimalist aesthetics with high-performance materials. Constructed from durable grade 5 titanium, it features a distinctive light-absorbing dial that enhances its sleek, understated character. Powered by a reliable Swiss-made automatic movement, this timepiece is designed for those who appreciate precision engineering in a refined and simple form.
Lalaounis 18K Gold Pendant With Pegasus Design
The large 18k gold Lalaounis 2026 Good Luck Charm honors the legendary Pegasus, a symbol of the union between earthly power and celestial liberty. Inspired by ancient Corinthian coinage from 550–300 BC, this pendant celebrates the winged horse who carried Zeus’s thunder across the heavens, embodying the human potential to rise above challenges and achieve true freedom.
Saturday, January 03, 2026
New Scientist Discovery Tours: Sri Lanka
The New Scientist Discovery Tours is offering an Insect and Ecosystems Safari in Sri Lanka, focusing on the country's rich biodiversity. This expedition will journey through Sri Lanka's diverse environments, including lush forests, misty highlands, tropical rainforests, and lowland savannahs, to explore the living fabric of its ecosystems. The tour combines scientific insight with hands-on exploration, providing an in-depth look at the interconnectedness of species, habitats, and conservation challenges.
Skåne's Map Of Quietude
Visit Skåne has created the Map of Quietude, a network of locations in southern Sweden ranked by decibel level. This resource is designed to help visitors actively seek out peace and quiet in the region.







