Hard Pressed
We speak to Pete Southern of Clockwork Espresso to discuss the business end of the humble coffee tamper Interview by Thomas SUMNER How's the coffee scene developing in the North East? Who do we need to check out? It’s really taking off, which
Architectural Thoughts On: The Grand Tour
Sex, lies and copperplate - the tradition of the grand tour, and how it brought European knowledge, culture and style to Britain Words by Roísín HANLON The Grand Tour could be described as a sort of gap year for the Renaissance. At
A Handsome Hotel: The Hoxton, Holborn
Words by Will HALBERT Located in the heart of Holborn, a mere stone’s throw from The West End, lies The Hoxton. Over the last five years or so, the hotel has garnered quite the name for itself as an open house
Drinking with Ivy Asia
Located on the second floor of The Ivy Manchester, Ivy Asia does things a little differently than its Spinningfield neighbours. The glitz and glamour of its glowing emerald, floor and its antique, gold-mirrored bar is offset by the poise and
High Spirits Spotlight Mezcal
Delving deep into the latest and greatest from The Whisky Exchange Words by Liz LOCK & MW Dawn DAVIES Mezcal is really finding its stride this year. Although most mezcals derive from the Oaxaca province of Mexico, there are nine states which
The Showroom Story So Far
There’s more to La Marzocco than their high-end and hand-crafted espresso machines Words by Dan HARVEY Founded in Italy in 1927, the proud Florentine company now has offices across the globe to support the growth of speciality coffee and hospitality. Their mission
Home Comforts
Dan Harvey, La Marzocco’s Home Manager for the UK, talks us through the diminutive charm of the Linea Mini Words by Dan HARVEY We are living in an age when consumers have become more conscious and curious of their purchases than ever
At the Pass with Tommy Banks
This month Tommy Banks, chef & owner of Roots (York) and the Michelin-starred Black Swan at Oldstead, considers the odd similarities between denim and scallops Words by Tommy BANKS By and large, us chefs can often be a scruffy bunch. It’s not
The Recipe: Butternut Curry with Spinach and Cashews
Compliments of Simple & Classic by Jane Hornby (Phaidon) Colourful, fragrant, and full of texture, this dish shows you don’t need meat to make a good curry. Lentils, chickpeas, and nuts add protein to the melting pot of vegetables and spices
Choice Timing
The team at David M. Robinson give us a run down of the stand out timepieces from this year’s Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie Words by Miles KENNEY 3d rendering of abstract background with blue light and stacked glass hexagon shapes TAG Heuer
Reaching a Consensus: Pitti Uomo 95
We reach out to those in the know to get their personal insight on the hits and misses of this year’s Pitti trade show Interviews by Will HALBERT David KEYTEFounder of Universal Works, UK What does Pitti mean to you? How would you define
Forza Tessuti
Taking pride of place in Manchester’s iconic Trafford Centre, Tessuti’s latest store boasts quality and quantity in equal measure Words by Will HALBERT Striking a much-needed balance between sleek, street style and sharper, more sartorial sophistication, Tessuti have always been forerunners of
The Ben Sherman Archive Collection
Ben Sherman digs deep into their archives to bring back key pieces of the brand’s rich history Words by Will HALBERT Since 1963, when the company’s founder returned from the USA with a mission to change the face of men’s fashion, the
Talking Shop: Trunk Clothier
In the eighth part of our regular series - in which we chat to the folks in charge of our favourite menswear stores - we speak to the dapper, Sweden-born gentleman behind Trunk Clothiers Words by Will HALBERT
Dress Down. Dress Well.
Exploring the hybrid artistry of smart casual with Loake’s new 'Viper Sole’ collection Words by Will HALBERT In the ever-evolving realm of men’s style, change is always just around the corner. Over the years, the divide that once stood between sartorial sleek
The ‘S’ Word: An Introduction
Showcasing the more sustainable edge of Oliver Spencer’s 2019 collections Words by Will HALBERT For 250 years, The Royal Academy has existed to champion art and artists. It has provided an immersive space for artful appreciation and meaningful discussion for the most
A Cut Above
This month, Ian Harrold considers the importance of men holding other men accountable and, of course, that Gillette advert Words by Ian HARROLD So you might have noticed a little bit of upset around Gillette’s latest advert. In one fell swoop it
Tailored Thoughts On: The Pitti Uomo Man
This month, Huntsman Cutter and resident Essential Journal columnist, Matthew Gonzalez, ponders the parading peacocks of Pitti Words by Matthew GONZALEZ January has come and gone, which means one thing in the world of international menswear: Pitti Uomo is finally behind us.
One Thing Done Well: La Paz
Our series of brands doing one item especially well continues this month with the La Paz Baptista worker jacket Words by Will HALBERT Picture the scene: You’re walking through the coastal city of Porto. At your feet is the salt-licked and sand
Sarto Luxury Tailoring
We catch up with Konstantinos Xenos & Andreas Doukanaris to discuss their thoughts on the ground covered so far and the long road ahead Words by Will HALBERT The Story so Far Last year, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Konstantinos