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Forbes
28-05-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Meet The Podcaster Redefining Luxury Media With A New Magazine
Courtesy the Grand Tourist, photo Daniel Cano One of the design world's most influential podcasters has launched a magazine that entertains, informs, and fills a gaping hole in the luxury lifestyle category. The Grand Tourist (the publication) was birthed from the podcast of the same name, founded by Dan Rubinstein four years ago. Rubinstein has spent over two decades in media, most notably as the Home & Design Director at the sadly defunct Departures magazine and Editor-in-Chief of Surface magazine. Some of the biggest names in, yes, design but also food, art and fashion and have been featured on the podcast, most notably Kelly Wearstler, Nick Cave, Jean-Georges Vongerichten, Philippe Starck, Annabelle Seldorf, Theaster Gates and Patti LuPone. Courtesy the Grand Tourist, photo Daniel Cano 'It was a bit of a political statement,' he now acknowledges. 'At the time, not so much now, there was this lament that traditional design media and art and style media was being flattened and dumbed down in the age of social media and publishing today. And magazines that used to do the long form profile stopped doing it completely. So [The Grand Tourist] was meant to be the ultimate long form profile.' Because it was launched during the pandemic, the podcast was meant to be a grand our through the worlds of art, design and style, through audio. The name, aptly, refers to the Grand Tour, a journey taken by (predominantly) monied European young men in the 17th to 19th centuries. It served as an education via travel, a voyage throughout France and Italy that could last anywhere from several months to several years. Courtesy the Grand Tourist, photo Daniel Cano Rubinstein, similarly, has educated his very devoted listeners over the past four years. His 364-page hardcover tome features 8 interviews from the latest podcasat season, which includes fashion designer Erdem Moralioglu (who also graces one of the three covers), artist Calida Rawles, and curator Hans Ulrich Obrist. In addition, Rubinstein commissioned original articles covering a swathe of inspirational topics from travel (sailing the Nile), the arts (an Arte Povera museum in upstate New York), partnership (a profile of David and Sybil Yurman), fashion (Van Cleef & Arpels high jewelry creations) and, of course design, from profiles of people that have the industry all a-buzz to a survey of notable Italian seating of the past and present. It's all accompanied by original photographs taken by the likes of Alessio Boni, Roland Beaufre, and Jonathan Becker. Courtesy the Grand Tourist, photo Maxime Poiblanc The magazine (which is really a book with ads interspersed throughout) is offered in three different tipped-in covers with embossed cover lines – which is magazine-speak for extreme attention to detail, luxurious and expensive. 'I wanted it to be a collectible object that people would want to be a part of,' noted Rubinstein of the linen-covered book that was printed in Belgium on weighty paper. 'We want the magazine itself to be part of the experience.' the Grand Tourist To commemorate the first of what will be a bi-annual publication as of next year (buy it here), we asked Rubinstein about some of his favorite episodes from the past four years. It's an intriguing selection, with links provided for those who'd like to experience the entire episode. Vienna Courtesy of Hotel Sacher—Credit Heldentheater Siegl & Urschler OG 'I spent a week in Vienna in 2023, talking to a real mix of people from museum directors to hoteliers and designers — all with a connection to Austrian culture and Austrian history. I had a personal connection as well – my great grandmother was from Austria, my great grandfather is buried there and all the food I grew up eating is essentially Austrian food.' Deeda Blair Socialite Deeda Blair (Photo by Kyle Samperton/WWD/Penske Media via Getty Images) 'I went to her house and she made lunch for me. She was wearing couture. It was the most intimidating lunch I've had in my life, in an enormous room with this tiny table, set for just the two of us. We had sweet tea, grapes in aspic, weird retro food from her book including a delicious salad that only masters of the universe from the 1960s eat. Afterwards we went to her study in her living room and set up the equipment and did a lovely interview.' Patti LuPone LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 16: Patti LuPone attends the Special Launch Event for Marvel Television's "Agatha All Along" at El Capitan Theatre on September 16, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic) 'The best conversations happen in the most unexpected and casual ways. When I talked to Patti LuPone she was rehearsing for 'The Roommate,' the Broadway play also starring Mia Farrow. She was losing her voice a little bit. When we started the interview the screen was off, so I couldn't see her. So I asked about turning on video, and there was a pause. And then she said, 'Oh honey, I'm in bed.' I'm like, that's totally cool and fine. And, all of a sudden, there she was sitting up in bed with a headset. Her voice was so strong she was almost blowing out the mic.' Calida Rawles Gillian Garcia 'This is one of the most heartfelt episodes I've ever done. Calida is a photo-realistic painter who got an MFA from New York University and was told she wouldn't be successful because she couldn't be both a mother and an artist. There were a lot of racial undertones to the criticism she felt. Gillian Garcia shot her for the magazine – in her Los Angeles studio and neighborhoods that she really identifies with. Oddly enough, a month after that episode came out she ended up walking one of the Hermes runways.' Frédéric Malle PARIS, FRANCE - NOVEMBER 4: Frederic Malle attends Le Diner des Amis du Musee d'Orsay on November 4, 2024 in Paris, France (Photo by Luc Castel/GettyImages) 'I had never interviewed a perfumer before but he's the most fascinating. He comes from a family of creatives – his father was a film producer and his uncle was the director Louis Malle. Frederic was the first to the first to give the 'nose' behind the scent credit for the scent, and he called himself the 'publisher' of the scent. He unlocked a new era of fragrance that is more about craft and technology, not just marketing. Everyone thought he was crazy, but he is a true entrepreneur.'
New York Post
23-05-2025
- Business
- New York Post
Skip Starbucks — this luxe espresso machine is $200 off for Memorial Day
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. I didn't expect to fall in love with an espresso machine in someone else's kitchen, but there I was. Mid-brunch service as a private chef at a client's home, I was plating for a 9:30 a.m. seating (read: three fabulously hungover women in vintage nightgowns), and the Breville Infuser Espresso Machine was sitting there on the marble like a James Bond villain's pet — gleaming, smug, and almost too composed. I hit a button just to hear it purr. Twenty seconds later, I was ignoring the hollandaise and sipping a crema-crowned espresso shot that tasted like asking for forgiveness later. That was a year ago. I haven't stopped thinking about it since. Other machines? Liars. Pod-eating imposters. The Breville Infuser actually infuses — pre-infusion, to be specific, gently blooming your grounds before full extraction for flavor that doesn't just taste expensive, it feels expensive. It also doesn't require a barista certification or a sacrificial offering to achieve. Amazon The Breville Infuser Espresso Machine is a semi-automatic, stainless steel beauty with serious brains behind the looks. It features a 15-bar Italian pump and digital temperature control (PID) for precision brewing, plus a built-in steam wand that actually froths milk into silky submission. The secret weapon? Low-pressure pre-infusion ensures even extraction and bolder, more nuanced flavor. You can customize shot volume and adjust water temperature, making it easy to dial in your perfect cup — even if you don't know your arabica from your elbow. It includes everything you need to get started, from single and dual-wall filter baskets to a stainless steel milk jug. You get complete control over volume, pressure, and temperature, and unlike most 'starter' espresso machines, this one doesn't feel like a glorified kettle with dreams. And now, my appliance crush is 33% off on Amazon ahead of Memorial Day weekend. That's not a sale. That's a sign. If you're in your espresso era — or even flirting with it — this is the machine to commit to. No pods, no pretense, no lukewarm lattes pretending to be something they're not. Just pure, customizable, kick-ass espresso. This article was written by Kendall Cornish, New York Post Commerce Editor & Reporter. Kendall, who moonlights as a private chef in the Hamptons for New York elites, lends her expertise to testing and recommending cooking products – for beginners and aspiring sous chefs alike. Simmering and seasoning her way through both jobs, Kendall dishes on everything from the best cookware for your kitchen to cooking classes that will level-up your skills to new dinnerware to upgrade your holiday hosting. Prior to joining the Post's shopping team in 2023, Kendall previously held positions at Apartment Therapy and at Dotdash Meredith's Travel + Leisure and Departures magazines.
Scottish Sun
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Soap legend reveals she's secretly had gastric sleeve op as she shows off five stone weight loss
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) AN EastEnders legend has revealed that she managed to lose five stone thanks to a gastric sleeve operation. Lorraine Stanley, who played Karen Taylor in the BBC One soap, has been flaunting her very slimmed-down figure over the past 12 months following her soap exit. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 4 EastEnders star Lorraine Stanley has confessed that she ditched the weight thanks to a gastric sleeve Credit: tiktok/@loustanley1 4 In a new TikTok, she showed off her trim figure after losing 5st Credit: tiktok/@loustanley1 4 The star is in better shape than ever following her time on EastEnders Credit: BBC The acclaimed actress has looked more in-shape than ever after wowing her followers with her glam transformation. Amid speculation on how she ditched the pounds, Lorraine has admitted it was not down to the popular weight loss jab Ozempic, which has become a common practice for aiding successful weight loss quickly. Instead, Lorraine opted for the more traditional gastric sleeve operation in order to lose five stone. After showing off her trim figure once again in a dancing TikTok video, Lorraine was met with a slew of compliments over her weight loss. One inquisitive fan asked to know Lorraine's secret, to which she simply answered back in the comments: "Gastric sleeve." A gastric sleeve is a "a weight loss procedure that removes a significant portion of the stomach, creating a smaller, sleeve-shaped pouch". Up until now, Lorraine had remained coy on how she managed to achieve her newly toned figure. Earlier this month, she was seen flaunting her slimmer waist as she cheered on pals at the London Marathon. She first shocked her followers with her before and after photos after she managed to lost five stone in just the space of a year. Speaking at the time, she said: "What a difference a year makes. EastEnders star Lorraine Stanley stars in very racy new film featuring full-frontal nudity "Five stone down, feeling good, clean living, healthy choices, new me, healthy mummy." Lorraine was written out of Eastenders in 2023 after seven years on the show. Her axing was as part of a shock cast shake-up and her final scenes were aired in December of that year. She reprised her role a couple of times in 2024 with her last episode hitting the screens in June. Lorraine exclusively told The Sun last year: "At the moment I wouldn't go back, I'm happy doing what I'm doing. "They've left the door open, so never say never." Her latest acting role is the LGBTQ+ movie, Departures. The movie tells the story of a toxic relationship between two men - Benji and Jake - with the role of Jake played by former Hollyoaks hunk, David Tag. Lorraine has taken on the part of Janet in the flick which comes complete with countless raunchy scenes. Viewers of the movie will see the characters of Benji and Jake get down and dirty in a slew of eye-popping sex scenes.
The Irish Sun
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
EastEnders star reveals struggle to find work a year after she admitted job hunt was ‘soul destroying'
A FORMER EastEnders star has spoken out about her fight to build her career following her harsh exit from the soap. The actress, who played one of from 2017 to 2024 , told fans about her work strife on social media. 4 The star has been honest about her career path since her soap axe 4 Lorraine Stanley has showed fans she is in good spirits after another audition Credit: Instagram/@lorraine_stanley written out of the show in 2023 as part of a shock cast shake-up. She shared a funny photo on her Instagram Stories wearing oversized glasses and pulling a humorous face. The star wrote alongside it: "I didn't get the job, but at least I still got my good looks and sense of humour. Read more on EastEnders "But it's given me some confidence getting back in the room and I did get some good feedback... "So onwards and upwards." Lorraine played downtrodden laundrette worker Karen since 2017. She earned the 2018 British Soap Award for Best Newcomer and the 2019 Inside Soap Award for Funniest Female. Most read in Soaps But Lorraine previously told The Sun she wouldn't be returning to the BBC soap in a hurry. She admitted: "I'm a busy mum at the moment. I don't plan on doing anymore soaps, once you've done a soap, you've done a soap. I'll never return to EastEnders after brutal axe – even though auditioning for new jobs is soul-destroying, says Lorraine Stanley "At the moment I'm auditioning, I'm just doing self-tapes, which is soul-destroying. It's horrible, I'm so bad at it." Behind the scenes she has embarked on a weight-loss and fitness journey with a total The star is now slimmer than ever after showing off her five-stone body makeover. Sharing before and after pictures last year, she told fans that she'd been making "healthy choices". Since leaving the soap, Lorraine has acted alongside other soap legends in gritty British film Departures. She joined Hollyoaks hunk The movie is described as "Shirley Valentine meets LGBTQ Trainspotting". 4 The actor played Karen Taylor from 2017 to 2024 Credit: BBC 4 The soap star was written out of the show in a shock cull Credit: BBC
Scottish Sun
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
EastEnders star reveals struggle to find work a year after she admitted job hunt was ‘soul destroying'
The star has recently lost an incredible amount of weight plot twist EastEnders star reveals struggle to find work a year after she admitted job hunt was 'soul destroying' Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A FORMER EastEnders star has spoken out about her fight to build her career following her harsh exit from the soap. The actress, who played one of Walford's matriarchs from 2017 to 2024, told fans about her work strife on social media. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 4 The star has been honest about her career path since her soap axe 4 Lorraine Stanley has showed fans she is in good spirits after another audition Credit: Instagram/@lorraine_stanley Lorraine Stanley, who portrayed Karen Taylor, was written out of the show in 2023 as part of a shock cast shake-up. The soap star, 48, has been brutally honest about how hard it has been finding work since being axed from the show. She shared a funny photo on her Instagram Stories wearing oversized glasses and pulling a humorous face. The star wrote alongside it: "I didn't get the job, but at least I still got my good looks and sense of humour. "But it's given me some confidence getting back in the room and I did get some good feedback... "So onwards and upwards." Lorraine played downtrodden laundrette worker Karen since 2017. She earned the 2018 British Soap Award for Best Newcomer and the 2019 Inside Soap Award for Funniest Female. But Lorraine previously told The Sun she wouldn't be returning to the BBC soap in a hurry. She admitted: "I'm a busy mum at the moment. I don't plan on doing anymore soaps, once you've done a soap, you've done a soap. I'll never return to EastEnders after brutal axe – even though auditioning for new jobs is soul-destroying, says Lorraine Stanley "At the moment I'm auditioning, I'm just doing self-tapes, which is soul-destroying. It's horrible, I'm so bad at it." Behind the scenes she has embarked on a weight-loss and fitness journey with a total body transformation. The star is now slimmer than ever after showing off her five-stone body makeover. Sharing before and after pictures last year, she told fans that she'd been making "healthy choices". Since leaving the soap, Lorraine has acted alongside other soap legends in gritty British film Departures. She joined Hollyoaks hunk David Tag and Coronation Street's Kimberly Hart-Simpson in the project. The movie is described as "Shirley Valentine meets LGBTQ Trainspotting". 4 The actor played Karen Taylor from 2017 to 2024 Credit: BBC
