Hampton Manor is a family run country house set in wooded grounds outside Solihull. Foodies will love Grace & Savor, the hotel’s “immersive foodie experience” tucked away on-site. Set in their own courtyard kingdom, its five sensual suites have a wellness-spa vibe — simple but chic. Dinner, however, is the main event: chef David Taylor … Read more
Art Industry News is a daily round-up of the most momentous developments in the art world and art market. Here’s what you need to know this Tuesday, November 29th. MUST READ London Museum Returns Benin Bronzes to Nigeria – Six artifacts from the 72 Benin works in the Horniman Museum collection will be repatriated to … Read more
“Devotion,” says composer Chanda Dancy, “is about true eternal love. How do you translate love of family, love of fellow human beings, love of country into music? That’s what the director and I wanted to create.” Dancy’s score for JD Dillard’s film about an African-American pilot-turned-Korean War hero is among his greatest assets: a work … Read more
Cork is a city with a history of fanzines, the homegrown letters with counterculture roots and self-publishing – check out the importance of zines to Leeside music, football and left-wing politics in the 80’s and 90’s. Its heyday may be over, but it’s a scene that still survives, as underscored by Cork Zine Fest, founded … Read more
After losing 100 pounds, The Family Chantel’s Winter Everett has become a model for a fashion brand. She shows off her new figure in glamorous outfits. Winter Everett off The family choir has become a model for a clothing brand and her glamorous model photos prove she is a natural. The Atlanta native is best … Read more
Each year, our staff and contributors round out theirs best gift ideas for cooks, eaters and kitchen inquisitive minds. Read on for the best food gifts that will please even the pickiest of eaters. Giving is a minefield. Many times I’ve given someone a book they’ve already read or a piece of clothing that is … Read more
Passengers have been reminded to only travel by train if necessary on Saturday (26 November) due to the 24-hour Aslef strike. Through Rachel Armitage 4 minutes ago Network Rail is urging it to ‘only travel if necessary’ on Saturday due to strikes. Train services will be severely impacted on Saturday as the leadership of the … Read more
The trail of dramatic light installations that visitors can circumnavigate after dark is back for the ninth year. The spectacular Lightwaves festival, which sets up a trail of dramatically lit artwork around Salford Quays and MediaCity, returns. Visitors can enjoy the stunning light show and installations after dark for four days in early December, with … Read more
More than half of Canadians between the ages of 64 and 74 have increased their participation in online activities during the pandemic. Digital programs and virtual interactions, initially seen as stopgap measures in the first waves of the pandemic, can now be an important part of supporting the health and well-being of many people – … Read more
The French Ministry of Culture has published a detailed report advising French museums on how to avoid acquiring traded works of art. The report, published on November 21, argued that the country’s reputation and cultural influence are at stake, especially in a busy international art market where competition – particularly from its Anglo-Saxon neighbors – … Read more