
Toby Louch
Lifestyle Feature Writer at Elite Traveler
Lifestyle Feature Writer at New Statesman Media Group
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1 week ago |
elitetraveler.com | Toby Louch
Having spent the last couple of weeks musing about some of the finest bars in both NYC and London, it’s probably time for a night in. Thankfully, we have just had National Martini Day. National days celebrating drinks often feel like a cheap marketing exercise – here’s looking at you, International Scottish Gin Day (October 4th) or California Wine Month (greedy). Yet for martinis, I think it’s worth making an exception. The martini may just be the definitive cocktail.
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1 week ago |
elitetraveler.com | Toby Louch
Everyone knows that some of the finest cuisine in the world comes from France. It’s key to remember that much like any nation that’s known for its food, the region can completely change the style of food you are eating. From the backstreets of Paris to the vineyard-lined fields of Burgundy, incredible restaurants can be found all over France, and the south of France is absolutely no exception.
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1 week ago |
elitetraveler.com | Toby Louch
When Clase Azul México, the Mexican luxury house highly regarded for its exquisite spirits and hospitality, releases a new tequila, the industry tends to take note. Currently, the brand’s spirits offering comprises five tequilas, Clase Azul’s icons, in addition to three mezcals. Clase Azul México has just announced a sixth tequila icon, Clase Azul Tequila Blanco Ahumado.
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2 weeks ago |
elitetraveler.com | Toby Louch
After last week’s unexpected trip to a pop-up speakeasy while we vicariously avoided sitting through the Tony awards and hit the bar, it may be time to lay low and avoid NYC, at least for a little while. Thankfully, we’re back on home soil and after that rough and ready — certainly not mob-controlled — speakeasy, I think it’s time for something a touch more highbrow. And wouldn’t you believe it, we have found ourselves in a nice part of town, London’s Mayfair to be specific.
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2 weeks ago |
elitetraveler.com | Toby Louch
It’s no secret that the humble tie is in the midst of a comeback. Shunned from many offices following the arrival of business casual, there was a chance the increase in working from home after the pandemic could have ended it for good. And yet it didn’t. In fact, the situation is quite the opposite; neckwear is once again on the rise, so much so that bespoke tailors like Richard Anderson are extending their offering and entering the fray.
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