Style, culture and the good life. The latest stories from Gentleman’s Journal.
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From a Paul Smith book signing to the launch of Norwegian Rain at Harvey Nichols, and Richard James’s new store, here are the three things that we think the fashionable Gentlemen of London should be doing this week… Paul Smith Book Signing Not just an iconic designer, Sir Paul Smith is a global trendsetter and
Though many of us might love to cook in some way or another, preparing a meal for a dinner party – large or small – can be incredibly stressful and time consuming. This is why the fantastic innovators at esteemed recruitment agency Greycoat Lumleys have devised a simple culinary service for those seeking all the
For many years, the Claridge’s Christmas tree has been a spectacle that attracts visitors from all over the world to marvel at its festive beauty and exquisite design. And thanks to the genius of Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana, this year is set to be no different. Bringing their Italian influence to the famous London landmark,
What are the past times that resonate with the modern Christmas? Watching films? (Over)Eating? Begrudgingly catching up with long lost relatives? Yes all of those but, for us, it is also settling down with a great book. This is why we have compiled this list and, as promised, here is the second half of our
Enjoying lunch the other day, I glanced over my shoulder and spotted a few familiar men. James Blunt, Fernando Torres, Owen Wilson, Samuel L. Jackson and Ben Affleck all sitting around, looking handsome and what did they have in common? They were all wearing a Piaget Polo Fortyfive. On reflection of this lunch, there is
As you will surely know by now, we here at TGJ, are avid fans of a good collaboration. We are also avid fans of British brand Belstaff, not to mention David Beckham. Therefore, it will come as no surprise to you, that we simply couldn’t wait to share this new offering with you… Belstaff presents
Thank you to Simon Smith, one of My Chef’s master Chefs, for this excellent recipe for turkey with an exotic twist. Roll on Christmas and turkey galore! THIS RECIPE IS FOR 4 PEOPLE Stuffed Dates with Turkey and Sumac 250gms Turkey mince 16 Soft dates 1tsp Harissa paste 4 Blanched almonds 6 Dried figs 200gms
This week our friends at Twenty Something London have chosen their top five picks of things to do this week. This time round they’ve got comedy nights, theatre plays, underground music nights, and lots more. Book Slam Music, books & comedy, Notting Hill Gate This monthly comedy and music night brings together a highly anticipated line up including Amy Tan,
Warner Edwards is one of the newest and most exciting brands to join the British craft distillery movement, bringing something truly special to the growing craft gin category. There is a lovely story behind the brand, which is built upon a lifelong friendship between Englishman Tom Warner and Welshman Sion Edwards. They distil their gin
Let’s be clear on this; people get things wrong. For example; look at the new Qatari world cup stadium and think about precisely which part of the female anatomy it reminds you of – that’s an example of an error! Asking for banned substances and talking about gay sex in the back of a Ford
To mark last week’s release of the second instalment of the Hunger Games franchise, Catching Fire, we decided to celebrate our absolute best action films of the year so far. Monsters fighting Robots, superheroes battling super villains and pirates vs Tom Hanks; 2013 had it all and to a much higher quality than of years
It’s here! The Winter Issue of The Gentleman’s Journal is out now and, if we do say so ourselves, this issue is the best one yet. With a focus on entrepreneurship (but not as you might know it), we have interviewed some of the brightest business people across a number of different industries, from the
In the wise words of Mr Thomas Jefferson: “A walk about Paris will provide lessons in history, beauty, and in the point of Life.” And here at The Gentleman’s Journal we feel the same. After all, Paris is the city of love and jetting out this weekend ought to be on everyone’s mind. Whether you’ll
With bitter cold and torrential rain more of an inevitability than a misfortune, it’s time to take the party inside. Whether curled up on the sofa with a loved one, or entertaining guests at a mid-week dinner party, these are three of the wines we highly recommend… Quinta de Vale Veados 2011 A modern red
What? Think para-gliding, but with a motor on your back. You get the pleasure of gliding through the air, but you don’t need a cliff and a good wind to take off: you simply throttle your engine, run a few dozen metres and launch off from your feet. I can’t help feeling there’s something slightly
The best of Britain gives us Bremont, a Henley based family firm, who since 2002 have been making exceptional timepieces. Nick and Giles English, sons of EX RAF pilot Euan English, first got their inspiration for their aviation related timepieces through their father. In 1995, the brothers’ father Euan was killed in a tragic flying
Our friends at Twenty Something London pick their top five plans for the week to get involved in, all over London. This time round they’ve got all types of pop-up wine bars, book chats, and more. A Grape Night In Pop-up Bar, Balham Laura & Kiki, the girls from A Grape Night In, are back in
On the 7th day of Christmas what did his true love say? Taking inspiration from the swans on the Sipsmith label, this cocktail to be made exclusively in the Harvey Nichols bar is made with Sipsmith Sloe Gin, lemon juice, cinnamon syrup and Harvey Nichols Prosecco, garnished with lemon and a cinnamon stick. The cocktail
Style, culture and the good life. The latest stories from Gentleman’s Journal.
Page 612
From a Paul Smith book signing to the launch of Norwegian Rain at Harvey Nichols, and Richard James’s new store, here are the three things that we think the fashionable Gentlemen of London should be doing this week… Paul Smith Book Signing Not just an iconic designer, Sir Paul Smith is a global trendsetter and
Though many of us might love to cook in some way or another, preparing a meal for a dinner party – large or small – can be incredibly stressful and time consuming. This is why the fantastic innovators at esteemed recruitment agency Greycoat Lumleys have devised a simple culinary service for those seeking all the
For many years, the Claridge’s Christmas tree has been a spectacle that attracts visitors from all over the world to marvel at its festive beauty and exquisite design. And thanks to the genius of Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana, this year is set to be no different. Bringing their Italian influence to the famous London landmark,
What are the past times that resonate with the modern Christmas? Watching films? (Over)Eating? Begrudgingly catching up with long lost relatives? Yes all of those but, for us, it is also settling down with a great book. This is why we have compiled this list and, as promised, here is the second half of our
Enjoying lunch the other day, I glanced over my shoulder and spotted a few familiar men. James Blunt, Fernando Torres, Owen Wilson, Samuel L. Jackson and Ben Affleck all sitting around, looking handsome and what did they have in common? They were all wearing a Piaget Polo Fortyfive. On reflection of this lunch, there is
As you will surely know by now, we here at TGJ, are avid fans of a good collaboration. We are also avid fans of British brand Belstaff, not to mention David Beckham. Therefore, it will come as no surprise to you, that we simply couldn’t wait to share this new offering with you… Belstaff presents
Thank you to Simon Smith, one of My Chef’s master Chefs, for this excellent recipe for turkey with an exotic twist. Roll on Christmas and turkey galore! THIS RECIPE IS FOR 4 PEOPLE Stuffed Dates with Turkey and Sumac 250gms Turkey mince 16 Soft dates 1tsp Harissa paste 4 Blanched almonds 6 Dried figs 200gms
This week our friends at Twenty Something London have chosen their top five picks of things to do this week. This time round they’ve got comedy nights, theatre plays, underground music nights, and lots more. Book Slam Music, books & comedy, Notting Hill Gate This monthly comedy and music night brings together a highly anticipated line up including Amy Tan,
Warner Edwards is one of the newest and most exciting brands to join the British craft distillery movement, bringing something truly special to the growing craft gin category. There is a lovely story behind the brand, which is built upon a lifelong friendship between Englishman Tom Warner and Welshman Sion Edwards. They distil their gin
Let’s be clear on this; people get things wrong. For example; look at the new Qatari world cup stadium and think about precisely which part of the female anatomy it reminds you of – that’s an example of an error! Asking for banned substances and talking about gay sex in the back of a Ford
To mark last week’s release of the second instalment of the Hunger Games franchise, Catching Fire, we decided to celebrate our absolute best action films of the year so far. Monsters fighting Robots, superheroes battling super villains and pirates vs Tom Hanks; 2013 had it all and to a much higher quality than of years
It’s here! The Winter Issue of The Gentleman’s Journal is out now and, if we do say so ourselves, this issue is the best one yet. With a focus on entrepreneurship (but not as you might know it), we have interviewed some of the brightest business people across a number of different industries, from the
In the wise words of Mr Thomas Jefferson: “A walk about Paris will provide lessons in history, beauty, and in the point of Life.” And here at The Gentleman’s Journal we feel the same. After all, Paris is the city of love and jetting out this weekend ought to be on everyone’s mind. Whether you’ll
With bitter cold and torrential rain more of an inevitability than a misfortune, it’s time to take the party inside. Whether curled up on the sofa with a loved one, or entertaining guests at a mid-week dinner party, these are three of the wines we highly recommend… Quinta de Vale Veados 2011 A modern red
What? Think para-gliding, but with a motor on your back. You get the pleasure of gliding through the air, but you don’t need a cliff and a good wind to take off: you simply throttle your engine, run a few dozen metres and launch off from your feet. I can’t help feeling there’s something slightly
The best of Britain gives us Bremont, a Henley based family firm, who since 2002 have been making exceptional timepieces. Nick and Giles English, sons of EX RAF pilot Euan English, first got their inspiration for their aviation related timepieces through their father. In 1995, the brothers’ father Euan was killed in a tragic flying
Our friends at Twenty Something London pick their top five plans for the week to get involved in, all over London. This time round they’ve got all types of pop-up wine bars, book chats, and more. A Grape Night In Pop-up Bar, Balham Laura & Kiki, the girls from A Grape Night In, are back in
On the 7th day of Christmas what did his true love say? Taking inspiration from the swans on the Sipsmith label, this cocktail to be made exclusively in the Harvey Nichols bar is made with Sipsmith Sloe Gin, lemon juice, cinnamon syrup and Harvey Nichols Prosecco, garnished with lemon and a cinnamon stick. The cocktail