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Fashion United
2 days ago
- Business
- Fashion United
Simon Burstein's The Place London opens on South Molton Street
The Place London, founded by Simon Burstein, former chief executive of Browns, has moved into the site that once occupied luxury fashion emporium Browns, founded by his parents, Joan and Sidney Burstein, in 1970, on South Molton Street in London. Founded in 2015, The Place London originally launched in Connaught Village with two adjacent boutiques: The Place London for womenswear and Leathersmith of London for menswear. The concept expanded to Paris four years later with a sister store on the Left Bank, at 8 Rue de l'Odéon in the 6th arrondissement. The Place London on South Molton Street Credits: The Place London The new London location at 26 South Molton Street spans three levels, with womenswear on the ground floor, Burstein's exclusive menswear label Leathersmith of London on the lower ground floor, and a mezzanine dedicated to Leathersmith's diaries, journals, and stationery. The Place London offers affordable luxury clothing and accessories, ranging from 100 to 1,500, by independent and emerging designers, including American boho label Ulla Johnson, Mii Collection (Made in India), founded by French-Indian duo Bapan Dutta and Lucie Bourreau, which offers vibrant hand-embroidered silks, cottons, and cashmere, Cord, a sustainable brand known for its hand-painted, one-off garments, as well as Pierre-Louis Mascia, and Les Filles d'Ailleurs by Gabriela Lissillour. The Place London on South Molton Street Credits: The Place London Commenting on the opening, Burstein said in a statement: 'A couple of days in, and whilst we loved the neighbourhood of Connaught Village and our loyal local following, we're seeing a very different, more varied customer here on South Molton Street. 'Being positioned between two streets, with entrances on both sides and all three floors visible from outside - not to mention the incredible natural light - is proving a very winning combination. We now have a window to the world here in W1.' The Place London on South Molton Street Credits: The Place London The Place London on South Molton Street Credits: The Place London
Eater
25-06-2025
- Eater
How to Spend an Incredible 48 Hours Eating Your Way Through Victoria, B.C.
Going to Victoria, British Columbia, is the lowest-effort way to get out of the country. The Victoria Clipper is a high-speed ferry that can get you from Seattle to Victoria's inner harbor in under three hours, while a Kenmore Air seaplane can jet you there in just 45 minutes. Situated at the southern tip of Vancouver Island, Victoria is the capital of British Columbia, and its British heritage is evident in its beautiful parks, gardens, Victorian (would you believe?!?) architecture and, yes, a lot of afternoon tea. The dining scene is impressive, too. Victoria has the oldest Chinatown in Canada — and the second oldest in North America after San Francisco. There are interesting Asian eateries in Chinatown and beyond, plus Asian influences on menus throughout the city. Fresh vegetables and seafood are regular features in many places, and bread and pastry lovers will find quality bakeries to enjoy. Here's our guide to an ambitious two days of eating, afternoon tea service included. If you've made it to Victoria in the morning, make your way (perhaps renting an ebike to eventually cycle to a nearby park or the water) to GoodSide Pastry House. Even on weekdays, you can count on people lined up ahead of the 10 a.m. opening time to buy a selection of the month's offerings. The pain au chocolat shows off the bakery's ability to craft flaky, delicate pastry; if you like, try out the specialty of the month, which might be something like a mango-lime and coconut poppyseed croissant. You can also find a couple of savory offerings, such as a leek gratin Danish or a twist with cheese and jalapenos. Goodside is at 1805 Fort Street Seafood is a specialty in Victoria, and Fishhook serves it up with a French-Indian twist. The fish and chips, for example, have pakora-battered cod (or salmon, or halibut) and masala fries. Tartines are a popular choice; the Squimp is topped with smoked squid, shrimp, and crispy shallots, and spiked with harissa. Most recommended is the Daily Khatch. You get a choice of seafood, grilled and served over basmati rice and masala curry that has dollops of mango chutney and mango-lime pickle, a drizzle of red chili honey, and a crispy popadum. Fishhook is at 805 Fort Street For an afternoon refueling, Hey Happy in Chinatown is an ideal stop to get caffeinated, offering several single-origin beans at its pourover brew bar, along with espresso and signature drinks. Also in Chinatown is Silk Road Tea, importer of high-quality organic tea from around the world, with knowledgeable staff providing tips on how best to brew the tea at home. Hey Happy is at 560 Johnson Street and Silk Road is at 1624 Government Street For a fine dining experience, Marilena is the place to go in Victoria. While the dining room and sushi counter are excellent options, a seat at the chef's counter adds an element of entertainment — and gets you special insights and recommendations directly from the folks cooking your meal. It's well worth starting with items from the 'Raw & Chilled' menu, particularly a variety of oysters so fresh and flavorful you might not need the accompanying accoutrements. Nigiri is nicely prepared here; if you're lucky to be visiting in season, spot prawns and uni are must-orders. If you can't decide, there are two seafood towers that will stun in presentation. Save room for some of the small and large plates, especially the miso-glazed sablefish, which is a mainstay on the menu. This delicate fish is cooked to flaky perfection, then perched upon sushi rice in an entrancing dashi broth alongside yu choy and Hakurei (Japanese baby) turnips. Marilena is at 1525 Douglas Street If you're craving a doughy delight as early as 8 a.m. (or any time through late afternoon), Sally Bun awaits. These Asian-style buns, savory or sweet, are fresh-made and pillowy soft, with a surprising amount of flavorful filling. Egg, ham and cheddar is an ideal choice for breakfast, but you can also go bold with something like bulgogi and pepperoni pizza. Accept the offer to warm up your selection. Sally Bun is at 1030 Fort Street You could come to Working Culture Bread as early as the 8 a.m. opening time for a vegan BLT (and a lemon-Earl Grey morning bun), but at 10:30 or so they put out grab-and-go sandwiches on fresh sourdough bread. On offer during a recent visit were a smoked beef slab (with pickled Brussels sprouts and tomato jam among the fillings) and a hearty saag paneer slab as a vegetarian option. Working Culture Bread is at 2506 Douglas Street It's easy to miss this booth-like kitchen tucked away in a corner of Chinatown's Market Square, but then you'll be missing a unique spot for a handful of Indonesian dishes. The chef, who has cooked in the past for the Dalai Lama, regularly recommends the nasi campur rendang, a curried beef dish which comes with rice, prawn crackers, and pickled vegetables. But the surprise of this dish is the spicy potato chips, so crisply good that they warrant consideration of nasi campur telor sambal as the order — that way you get more of those potato chips with a spicy hard boiled egg in place of the beef to go along with the rice. Note that is basically a to-go place, though there are two barstools at a tiny counter that face the kitchen. Ayo Eat is at 560 Johnson Street Afternoon tea is an almost mandatory activity to experience while in Victoria, and there are certainly a number of places in town designed to make you feel like royalty. One worthy of consideration is the Pendray Inn, with its handful of dining rooms full of Victorian charm and views of the harbor. You can choose between a couple of three-tiered towers of food (there's also a vegan option if you give a day's notice), one a little more seafood-forward in its savory selections. The precious presentation will include crustless cucumber sandwiches, a smoked salmon pinwheel, scones with jam and Devon-style cream, and colorful tiramisu and macarons. The harder decision will come from navigating the extensive tea menu, though the server can guide you through the options. Pendray Inn is at 309 Belleville Street If Marilena tilts toward one extreme on the fine dining spectrum, End Dive leans the other way. This is a place to cozy up to the bar to get advice about the day's food (the ever-changing menu depends on what's in season and looks/tastes good that day) and drinks. The menu features vegetable, pasta, and seafood dishes with eclectic elements—often fermented, smoked or pickled. A recent entrée was honey-mustard smoked salmon belly with pickled celery and red sauerkraut remoulade. The drinks are just as creative; the recent 'Oh So Close, Yet So Far' gin, umeshu and chartreuse drink with sage, spruce tips, citrus, mint, nettles and bitter orange was — just as the bartender described — a walk through a forest. Not for fussy diners, End Dive could well be the most interesting and enjoyable restaurant in Victoria. End Dive is at 1802 Government Street See More:
Web Release
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Web Release
Chef Jitin Joshi x Chef Hadrien Villedieu: Exclusive One-Night Only Pop-Up at Revolver
Revolver's chef pop-up series continues this June with a collaboration between two acclaimed culinary talents. Chef Hadrien Villedieu of Chez Wam joins Chef Jitin Joshi of Revolver to present a bold French-Indian menu where poetic ingredients meet spice, and precision comes together with fearless flavour. Priced at AED 395 per guest, the one-night only experience unfolds over eight sharing courses and four signature snacks, each dish crafted as a dialogue between two distinct culinary identities. Revolver, led by Chef Jitin Joshi, is a modern Indian grill known for its open-fire kitchen and contemporary approach to spice. With over 27 years of experience across Michelin-starred restaurants in London and landmark venues in Dubai, Jitin reinterprets Indian flavours with precision and depth. Joining him is Chef Hadrien Villedieu, the mastermind behind Chez Wam, recently featured on 50 Best Discovery. Based at St. Regis Gardens, Chez Wam is a Dubai dining destination where French technique meets global curiosity, all anchored by Hadrien's sharp eye for detail and signature unpretentious flair. The collaboration menu features standout creations like the Foie Gras Papadum, where French parfait meets spice-laced chutney and loomi yoghurt; the Tandoori Lamb Chop with coriander chimichurri and reduced lamb jus; and the Chai Masala Crème Caramel, a dessert that marries French structure with the nostalgia of Indian spice and a Parle G crumble. Shaped by intention, this pop-up sees Chef Jitin and Chef Hadrien explore the intersections of French and Indian technique with clarity and purpose, as each dish is thoughtfully developed to reflect their distinct yet complementary perspectives. When: Wednesday, June 11th 2025 Offer and Price: AED 395 per person for a set menu led by Chef Jitin Joshi and Chef Hadrien Villedieu. Limited seating. *For reservations, please email [email protected], call +9714 2579334, or WhatsApp +971 56 522 0195
Yahoo
29-04-2025
- Yahoo
Robinson, Illinois hosting historical exploration
ROBINSON, Ill. (WTWO/WAWV)— As part of the annual meeting for the Illinois Association of Advancement Archaeology, they are inviting the public on a historical exploration on May 3 and 4. Experts and historians will be going through and presenting groundbreaking research on early travel routes from Vincennes through Lawrence County's Purgatory Swamp, through the historic land grant office and trading post in Palestine, Crawford County, and on through the York Road to the Five Mile House in Charleston. The CWAC Archaeology Museum and the Crawford County Historical Museum will also be open from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m. on May 2 through May 4. Times and locations for all the public events are listed below: Times and Locations: IAAA MEMBERSHIP EVENTS: (PUBLIC ALSO WELCOME) Friday, May 2, 2025 12:00 p.m. – PUBLIC WELCOME – Afternoon speakers Presentations on lost and forgotten towns such as Vernon and Boliver, as well as historic landmarks including the Heath, Fox, and Dolson Inns. Research from early traces, trails, and roads. Archaeological findings from traditional excavation methods, including the uncovering of a pioneer cabin site and evidence of the region's earliest Native inhabitants. Greg Parrott – Early Interaction of Native Americans and Pioneers Carolyn Stephens / Barb Ross / CWAC Members – Early Trails / Roads / Inns / Towns 2-2:30 p.m. – Break with snacks 2:30 – 4:00 p.m. – Afternoon speakers continue Lynn Stephens- Ellis Site, Findings of Excavations near Fort Lamotte, Palestine Mary DeLaGarza and Lucas Howser – Drone research intro and uses for archaeology 4:00 – 6:00 pm ON YOUR OWN Archeological Museum and History Museum in Robinson open for viewing. Fort Lamotte in Palestine is open for touring. 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. – PUBLIC WELCOME – EVENING AT THE BARN, 1253 N 2040th St., Flat Rock, IL (Off Rte 33, South of Heathsville) Bonfire, wiener roast, and performance by French-Indian reenactor Tony Gerard For more information on the event or how to get involved, you can visit the Central Wabash Archaeology Chapter's Facebook page or call 618-562-9709. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Time of India
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
An evocative series of portraits on modern Indian women
Olympe Ramakrishna An ongoing exhibition at Alliance Française Chandigarh is an evocative tribute to modern Indian women by French-Indian artist Olympe Ramakrishna . A French-Indian visual artist, her work focuses on identity, memory, and cultural intersections. Women of Urban India is a series of 12 portraits that reflect the essence of the contemporary woman as she meanders through present lifestyle while staying true to her tradition. Of the portraits, Ramakrishna has portrayed 11 women from her own friends, neighbours, and cousins, while the 12 th is a self-portrait. 'These women, in their 20s and 40s, embody the dynamic spirit of India's urban middle class. Through oil painting and large-scale digital prints on silk panels, I have merges classical and contemporary artistic techniques, evoking the ever-present fabric of the sari, a symbol of both sensuality and heritage,' she says. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like People In Chhattisgarh Say Goodbye To Mosquitoes With This Revolutionary Solution Mosquito Eliminator Read More Undo Her work reflects her milieu of urban Indian landscapes, and weaves in vivid textiles on rooftop terraces. adornment. Following successful showcases at various Alliance Française locations including Delhi, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru and other galleries in Pondicherry, Église du Vieux Saint-Sauveur in Caen, France, this exhibition continues to engage audiences worldwide. Each edition offers a unique dialogue between the viewers and the portrayed subjects, highlighting the resilience, aspirations, and cultural ties of women in modern India. Blending painting, photography, and textile art, Olympe Ramakrishna explores themes of heritage and modernity. Her work has been exhibited internationally, fostering conversations on the evolving narratives of women in contemporary societies.
