Nigerian music and even our movies may be popular all over the world, but this is not a fame our cuisine enjoys; although more people outside the continent are increasingly familiar with African dishes than they were 10 years ago. With recent events, however, it seems that this is set to change, …
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Lamborghini Unveils Tierra Viva, Its First Luxury Real Estate Project in Europe
Another day, another opportunity for a luxury auto brand to make a sharp detour into the evergreen world of luxury real estate. This time around, it is the Tierra Viva by Lamborghini, the automaker’s first-ever real estate project in Europe which it is developing in partnership with Dar Glo…
Turn the Lights off on Old Products like Rolls Royce did with the Final Rolls Royce V12 Coupe
It has been only a few weeks since Rolls Royce officially sent off its V12 engines in the specially-crafted Black Badge Wraith Black Arrow, and while it is not the first automaker to do this, the way it chose to go about this process, right from the creation of the last engines to their final [&h…
Luxury Retreats for New Mums is a Thing. And it is probably coming to a Location Close to You
Childbirth can be such a beautiful thing. After months of sleeplessness and uncomfortable sleep positions; insane cravings and sometimes nausea; mood swings, swollen feet and all the other million things that can and do happen during pregnancy, you finally hold your beautiful bundle(s) of joy in …
ASPIRE Velentine’s Edit: Say ‘I Love You’ with Deliciously Decadent Dishes
Let’s face it: as we grow older, themed celebrations like Valentine’s Day lose their lustre and with life constantly getting in our way, the magic of riding on the platform of a universal day to treat that special person to a beautiful, romantic experience fades away. But, challenges are never-en…
African Luxury Safaris are evolving to fit into the Modern World
African safaris have been around for a long time, and while it has evolved from a purely trading/hunting activity to one that focuses on observing/studying animals and nature in their natural habitat, luxury safaris only really began in the 70s-80s. Its major distinguishing feature was the incorp…
Will The Rolex Certified Pre-Owned Programme Solve its Scarcity Issue?
That Rolex timepieces are scarce is not news. What IS news is the Swiss watchmaking brand’s latest certified pre-owned programme, a project that sees it officially entering the second-hand market through its authorised distributors. While speculations on whether or not this would affect the marke…
The ASPIRE x Montaigne Place 2022 Gift Edit
The time has come: to shop for the best gifts that are a perfect blend of unselfish indulgence and mindful self-care. Avoid a stressful, panic-filled trip across different stores with our thoughtful holiday gift edit that has something for you and everyone on your list. Shop the ASPIRE x Montaig…
This Season, Give the Gift of an Ajmal Perfume — or Two!
If you thought giving gifts was overrated or inconsequential, consider this: research and psychological studies reveal that this often-overlooked act has been a part of human evolution and is linked to the ways through which we cultivate and foster human connections. In other words, because we ar…
Effervescence Events: Moët & Chandon illuminates the Holidays with Sparkling Champagne and Lights
Moët & Chandon, the French Maison whose champagne is synonymous with celebrations, is hosting the ‘Effervescence Events’ for the second year in a row, heralding an exciting new chapter in the centuries-long history of generosity and ‘savoir-fête.’ The series of events will start off with frie…