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Going to France for the Games? Here’s your restaurant guide
Three of France’s top chefs are designing the menus for the Athletes Village at the Olympics. But spectators can also win by visiting their buzzy, innovative restaurants.
- Hans van Leeuwen
The secret to streamlined packing
What to take? What to leave out? Packing for an overseas holiday can be fraught. So, from lists to laundry bags, these are the hacks we swear by.
- Lauren Sams
Why an aerospace engineer and her sister make incredible outdoor furniture
Paola Lenti is one half of the eponymously named Italian furniture brand. Anna is her sister and CEO. Their collections adorn superyachts, resorts and private homes, and are now for sale in Sydney and Melbourne.
- Stephen Todd
- Driving With Tony Davis
- Motoring
Is Ferrari’s new supercar better as a convertible?
This droptop twin with a plug-in hybrid system follows hot on the tail of the “fun-to-drive” 296 GTB coupe.
- Tony Davis
From Branson to Nadal – big names are investing millions in Mallorca
Forget the parties and tacky tourism around Magaluf. Celebrities and luxury hotel chains are putting up brass plates across one of Spain’s favourite Balearic Islands.
- Jane Knight
Yesterday
- Opinion
- Digital Life
One control panel for all your home devices is still a lot to ask
So far, Amazon’s new Echo Hub is the best at controlling smart devices around the home. Nevertheless, the smart device industry remains fundamentally broken.
- John Davidson
The Danish city that is definitely worth the side trip
Aarhus embraces its Viking identity via myriad museums, great restaurants, and even a strange clown pub.
- Robert Bevan
‘Eating out in France is a lottery you’re likely to lose’
On a trip to see family in a country known for its culinary excellence, a former Financial Review restaurant critic finds both delights and disappointments.
- Stephen Downes
No cruise? No problem. We got a bonus week in Rome
The disappointment of a cancelled cruise is replaced by the joy of an unexpected luxury stay in the Eternal City.
- Clare Morgan
This Month
Star chef swaps fine dining for ‘young dining’
Ana Roš has swapped fine dining for ‘young dining’ with her latest venture in Slovenia’s capital serving simple, seasonal shared dishes.
- Paul Best
Nature takes on Melbourne at the NGV
Swiss artists Franziska Furter and Julian Charrière both explore the wild elements in their large-scale installations at NGV Triennial.
- John McDonald
Heading to a European spa this summer? Here’s how to bare all
For many, the tradition of stripping off to sit naked with strangers in a sauna is awkward. But don’t sweat it.
- Valeriya Safronova
March
- Tech
- Opinion
Smaller, faster, deadlier - how drones are changing our world
Unmanned flying machines from insect-sized swarms to car-sized transports are about to become a ubiquitous part of our daily lives.
- Tony Davis
Why this is the best hamam in Istanbul
Forget the old stereotype of being whipped with towels. This lovingly restored hamam revives the gentle ancient art of communal bathing.
- Ayesha de Kretser
Seven must-see shows in April
From West Side Story’s Tony and Maria on Sydney Harbour to Tom Gleeson’s return to stand-up in Melbourne, entertainment options are hot next month.
- Michael Bailey
This week’s edits of lovely little luxuries: faded leather to champagne
From a reimagined Hermès work bag to a clever way to transport your French champagne, we have inspired suggestions for you.
- Eugenie Kelly
Six Australians to vie for 2024 US Masters golf win
Before the Augusta, Georgia tournament in April, we recall some memorable moments from its esteemed 90-year history.
- Richard Allen
- Driving With Tony Davis
- Motoring
Maserati’s new coupe is a petrolhead’s trophy
The impressive new GranTurismo Trofeo internal combustion coupe is either highly collectable or yesterday’s news.
- Tony Davis
Move over Maldives, here comes Palau
With a luxury catamaran to lure cashed-up travellers, this Micronesian island nation has its sights set on being the next big thing for luxury lovers.
- Ute Junker
200km a week of riding? ‘My wife is very understanding’ says this exec
For winemaker Michael Garland, cycling is about so much more than physical fitness.
- Life & Leisure
Singapore’s secret restaurant with two world’s best chefs
AIR, in the Dempsey district, shows what can happen when creative visions from different professional perspectives combine.
- Stephen Todd
- Drinks With Max Allen
- Wine & spirits
Precious old vintages from the Barossa set for release
In Australia’s oldest wine region, well-cellared treasures, from wines to whiskies are being unearthed. Here’s a few to earmark.
- Max Allen
- Driving With Tony Davis
- Motoring
Porsche brings its all-electric race car to Australia
Porsche has shown off its prototype electric race car, the GT4 e-Performance, as it rolls on with plans for a parallel Cup series.
- Tony Davis
Yarra Valley winery unveils $7m refurb
Victoria’s Balgownie Estate has had a revamp after a major fire in 2020.
- Gus McCubbing
How to spend 48 hours in Istanbul
With new flights starting and a free stopover included, it’s time to tick Türkiye’s biggest city off your bucket list.
- Ayesha de Kretser
