Monthly Archives: July 2012

Palazzina Grassi, Venice

Posted on July 31, 2012 by julieeagleton

Palazzina Grassi is a breathtaking 16th century palazzo situated right in the artistic heart of Venice, minutes from Palazzo Grassi, overlooking the Grand Canal. Opened in 2009, it was the first hotel designed by Philippe Starck in Italy, and as … Continue reading →

Posted in Food & Wine, Travel | Tagged Aristide Najean, Calle Grassi, fornasetti, Grand Canal, Johnny Depp, Krug Lounge, Mr & Mrs Smith, Palazzina Grassi, Philippe Starck, Rialto Bridge markets, Sant Erasmo, The Tourist, Venice, Vintage Celli speedboat, Zoppi collection | Leave a comment

Designing Bond: 50 Years of Bond Style

Posted on July 10, 2012 by julieeagleton

I’ve always been a Bond nerd, (see here my previous post on staying at Ian Fleming’s former home, Goldeneye) so was delighted when I heard that the Barbican had joined forces with EON productions together with fashion historian, Bronwyn Cosgrave and … Continue reading →

Posted in Arts & Culture | Tagged 007, Anthony Sinclair, Arno Goldfinger, Aston Martin DB5, Barbican, Bronwyn Cosgrove, Casino Royal, Designing Bond: 50 Years of Bond Style, EON, Eva Green, From Russia With Love, Goldeneye, Ian Fleming, James Bond, Lindy Hemming, Lotus Espirit, Oddjob, Pussy Galore, Rosa Klebb, Scaramnaga, Sean Connery, Shirley Eaton, The Man With The Golden Gun, The Spy Who Loved Me, Vesper Lynd | Leave a comment

Les Deux Tours, Marrakech

Posted on July 7, 2012 by julieeagleton

I particularly love Les Deux Tours as it’s based in the Palmeraie area of Marrakech which, in my opinion, is a much more relaxing place to stay in contrast to the bustling medina. You’re still only a fifteen minute taxi … Continue reading →

Posted in Travel | Tagged Berber Musician, Les Deux Tours, Marrakech, Moroccan Rabab, Pergola, Salammbo | Leave a comment

Diamonds: A Jubilee Celebration, Buckingham Palace

Posted on July 2, 2012 by julieeagleton

Last Friday, the day before the official summer opening of Buckingham Palace, I visited a remarkably quiet palace (if you discount the assembled media and camera crews), to attend the launch of Diamonds: A Jubilee Celebration. To mark Her Majesty … Continue reading →

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B.B. King: The Life of Riley

Posted on July 1, 2012 by julieeagleton

Last week I attended a screening of B.B. King: The Life of Riley over at the British Film Institute. It’s not only a beautifully shot film, but an insightful look at the life and history of one of the most … Continue reading →

Posted in Arts & Culture | Tagged B.B. King, B.B. King Review, B.B. King: The Life of Riley, Barack Obama, Beale Street Blues Boy, Berclair, Bono, British Film Institute, Elkhorn Baptist Church, Eric Clapton, Glastonbury, Jon Bewer, Kilmichael, King of the Blues, Mick Jagger, Mississippi, President Obama, Ronnie Wood, Santana, Sweet Home Chicago, The Rolling Stones, U2, WDIA | Leave a comment

Monthly Archives: July 2012

Palazzina Grassi, Venice

Designing Bond: 50 Years of Bond Style

Les Deux Tours, Marrakech

Diamonds: A Jubilee Celebration, Buckingham Palace

B.B. King: The Life of Riley

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