When your childhood is chock-full of globetrotting excursions alongside your diplomat father, exposing your inquisitive mind to the sights, sounds and styles of foreign cities and cultures, you acquire a certain aptitude for all things fashionable. This first hand experience was a central facet in interior designer Moe Razi’s growth, and a pillar of her …
Skyscraping condominiums, Spanish villas and Connecticut estates round out the roster of these real estate gems. 1 Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, France Exuding the old-world charm of southeastern France, this private and peaceful estate is a wonder of 19th century furnishing. Just 10 minutes away from Monaco, this home is littered with classic luxuries, including original marble fireplaces, …
According to the Canadian Restaurant and Foodservices Association, there are over 80,000 eateries in Canada. Magnify that to a global scale and you can just imagine how many restaurants there are across the globe – all the cafés, bistros, bars and delis that sate our palates. But one question remains: which restaurant is the best? …
Take a moment and Google the words “billionaire,” “environmentalist” and “humanitarian” in a single search. It’s OK – I’ll wait. What was the first thing to come up? I got Richard Branson; not too many names come up after that. Indeed, the billionaire/environmentalist/humanitarian club is restricted to a small group – generally, you can’t amass …
Forget your woes by indulging in much-needed and well-deserved pampering at these world-class hotels and resorts. Villa Sant’Andrea Located in the gorgeous seaside town of Taormina, Sicily, Villa Sant’Andrea is a true classic in every sense of the word. Built in 1830 on the breathtaking Bay of Mazzarò, this timeless hotel boasts luxurious suites overlooking …
If your home is in need of a makeover, relish in the wonders of these fantastic fixtures, stirring settings and delightful designers. 1. France’s contemporary coastal charm makes Muse Hôtel De Luxe a temple of desired décor, providing ample inspiration for your home. www.muse-hotels.com 2. This Frozen Water sculpture by Amanda Brisbane adds a cool, …
Planning the perfect evening is never easy. Here are some essentials to ensure your affair goes off without a hitch. 1. Villa Treville Glowing with old-world Italian décor, this 16-bedroom revitalized villa rests on the molto bella Amalfi coast. www.villatreville.com 2. Dean Deluca Rose A genuine rose is stabilized and crystallized in sugar to produce …
One person’s junk is another’s treasure. This past December, a Rhinoceros Horn Carved ‘Hundred Boys’ Libation Cup was sold for nearly $900,000 at Waddington’s auction house in Toronto. Even more shocking, the cup was initially purchased for $1. Let me say that again: $1. That’s a serious return on investment. “It’s just a great story …
Italian isles, Spanish manors and Parisian apartments are just a few luxurious accomodations for you to peruse. Kleinburg, Ont. Developing commercial and residential properties since 1979, Quintessa Homes’ latest venture – Kleinberg Reserve “on the boulevard” – offers spectacular residences amidst a private, green backdrop, yet is within arm’s reach of all the amenities of …
He’s played both an officer and a gentleman, a ruthless businessman who falls for a beautiful prostitute with a heart of gold and a conniving 1920s tap-dancing attorney. Today, actor, humanitarian and practising Buddhist Richard Gere has acted on yet another passion with his quaint yet elegant inn, the Bedford Post. In historical Westchester County, …
