Milan, Paris, or Beijing – Barbara Benz always discovers different trends and talent on her travels. The architare manager is however also inspired by restaurants, bars, and cultural hotspots. These are the trendiest entries in her address book.
Places to be
Fondazione Prada
Glass, black Travertine, a tower wrapped in gold – Rem Koolhaas’ new design of the former distillery is the foremost crowd magnet in the south of Milan, Miuccia Prada’s cultural landmark in the fashion metropolis. Aside from current exhibitions such as Goshka Macugas’ “To the son of man who ate the scroll” (picture above), the ten different buildings also house a cinema and a stage. A children’s academy and library are also being planned. Clear out lots of time for your visit, it’s worth it!
coya London
The upper class meet each other at the fancy Peruvian Restaurant in London’s West End district. Expect a great atmosphere, excellent cuisine, and amazing service – by London standards. Insiders meet for brunch on Sundays, for there is champagne till the cow comes home!
KING´S Joy Peking
Feel like lunch in a garden house? In spite of its size, the vegetarian restaurant offers discrete séparées and great views of the surrounding patio. An oasis of quiet and concentration in the midst of a pulsating city.
Monsieur Bleu Paris
The prettiest restaurant at one of the city’s most beautiful sites. Whether on the terrace or enjoying the discrete interior of the brasserie – Monsieur Bleu is always an experience. And the view of the Eiffel Tower is mind-blowing!
Creed New York
To mark its 250th anniversary, the renowned British brand opened its first and only perfume boutique in the US in 2010. An absolute must for lovers of exquisite fragrances.
Olivo Stuttgart
Star chef Nico Burkhardt constantly interprets the French kitchen anew – with imagination and creativity. This makes the fine gourmet restaurant in the Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin hotel interesting for repeat visits.
the table Hamburg
In the trendy Hafen-City district, Germany’s youngest three Michelin-star chef Kevin Fehling cooks up sensational dishes, prepared live by him and his team behind the bar. A spectacle for all senses!
Yeeels Paris
Parisian chic meets New York style; probably the best way to describe the elegant restaurant-bar hybrid on the Avenue George V. It is mostly the rich and the beautiful who meet here, in a décor of brass, velveteen, mirrors, and dark marble. This in turn means that there is plenty to look at while enjoying an excellently crafted cocktail.
