Voor 2020 voegt Patek Philippe een nieuw witgouden model toe aan de collectie. Elk horloge is afgewerkt met een glanzende marineblauwe leren band met witte stiksels en wordt verkocht met een tweede band van kalfsleer in een vintage bruine kleur. In de kast bevindt zich het klassieke automatische kaliber 324 van Patek, een uurwerk dat in meerdere collecties wordt gebruikt (waaronder de Nautilus en de Aquanaut). Dit uurwerk heeft een 21k gouden centrale rotor en werkt op een frequentie van 4Hz. Hij is uitgerust met de moderne technologieën van Patek, zoals de Gyromax-balans en Spiromax-balansveer. De gangreserve is echter aan de korte kant – min. 35 uur en max. 45 uur. De achterkant van de kast is van saffier, dus de mooie decoratie van gepolijste schuine randen, Genève-strepen en het knappe oscillerende gewicht zijn te bewonderen. Het horloge is gecertificeerd door het Patek Philippe Seal. Patek Philippe’s nieuwe 37,5 mm Calatrava Pilot Travel Time-horloge, dat waterdicht is tot 60 meter, is te koop voor 42.180 euro.

Patek Philippe is al jarenlang het ultieme horlogemerk in de horloge-industrie. Het gerenommeerde horlogemerk werd in 1839 in Genève opgericht door Antoine Norbert de Patek en Adrien Philippe.

These Porcelain dishes are extremely rare and highly collectable

Patek Philippe Limoges Vide Poche Porcelain and enamel Dish From the 2006 Collection with a decorative medieval motif. This is 100% Genuine Patek Philippe, Produced exclusively by the world’s finest Swiss watch maker (commerorating a unique timepiece produced by the manufacturer). A highly sort after and rare item. Presented in excellent Brand new condition, produced in limited numbers and never made available for sale to the general public. Patek Philippe porcelain dish as part of the 2006 collection

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Produced exclusively by one of the world’s finest swiss watch makers, Patek Philippe

Ask the owner of a Patek Philippe to talk to you about their watch, and you will hear a story of passion, love and tenderness. A Patek Philippe is far more than a means of telling the time ; it is a unique, personal object steeped in precious memories. The purchase of a Patek Philippe is often related to a personal event – a professional success, a marriage or the birth of a child – and offering it as a gift is the most eloquent expression of love or affection.

The unparalleled renown and prestige that Patek Philippe has acquired amongst connoisseurs is not due solely to the perfection of the watches and the resources of knowledge and skill contained in the workshops. This undisputed supremacy also stems from the consistency with which the company has applied its philosophy of excellence ever since it was founded in 1839. That spirit is embodied in ten values that have always represented the very essence of Patek Philippe and will continue to do so for generations to come.

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Patek Philippe Limoges Vide Poche Porcelain and enamel Dish From the 2006 Collection with a decorative medieval motif. This is 100% Genuine Patek Philippe, Produced exclusively by the world’s finest Swiss watch maker (commerorating a unique timepiece produced by the manufacturer). A highly sort after and rare item. Presented in excellent Brand new condition, produced in limited numbers and never made available for sale to the general public. These Porcelain dishes are extremely rare and highly collectable. This dish was produced as a result of a collaboration between Patek Philippe and Limoges porcelain, this dish were made exclusively in 2006 for one year only.  

Patek Philippe porcelain dish as part of the 2006 collection

• Made in France by Limoges for Patek Philippe
• Enamel painting of a tribute to “Omements Moyen-age”
• Hand painted picture of the pocket watch from which the front design is derived
• Description/name of the pocket watch in French inclusive of the date manufactured
  • Width: 6.1″ (15,5 cm)
  • Lenght: 7.6″ (19,5 cm)
  • 100% Genuine Patek Philippe
  • Presented in excellent Brand NEW condition
  • Price: €2500,- euro

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Surrender or Die

Despite a historic twitter protest involving up to a billion people, a new austerity deal is signed. In an exclusive first English interview since the climb-down Tsipras gives his own explanation of why things went wrong.

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“The Decadence” brings together some of the world’s most expensive food and drinks, totaling a worth of £20,000

An unparalleled gourmet experience, open their show-stopping hamper to reveal fine wines and spirits, tea and coffee, cured meats and cheeses, pantry staples, tempting chocolates, 12 Christmas crackers and even a Coravin 1000 Wine Access System, all housed in two leather trunks.

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The Cambridge Distillery’s Japanese Gin won a double gold medal the China Wine and Spirits Awards, perhaps the most rigorous and prestigious spirit competition in the world. However, this still wasn’t enough for Master Distiller Will Lowe, who wanted to create something exclusive and unique, using his Japanese Gin as a base. Distilling at half the pressure found on top of Mount Everest, and at a temperature lower than the coldest ever day at the South Pole, Will has been able to capture the “angel’s share” of his Japanese Gin, yielding just 15ml a day. Only six bottles of Watenshi (the name for a Japanese angel) have ever been produced, presented in a hand blown decanter bottle, finished off with silver. The liquid inside is equally stunning, with notes of sweet citrus and spice, supported by bitter juniper and an incredibly long, complex finish. Truly extraordinary.

Price: £2,000

“After years of distilling gins to suit individual palates, it became obvious that for many people gin is more than just a crisp, refreshing spirit to drink with tonic water,” says master distiller Will Lowe. “The vast majority of our clients drink their gins neat, or over ice, and that requires something beyond a hit of juniper and zing of citrus.”

Watenshi is a rare gin that uses the top one per cent – the angel’s share – of the Cambridge Distillery’s award-winning Japanese gin. “It requires almost 50 distillations to make just one single bottle,” adds Lowe, who uses air pressure at less than half the level experienced at the summit of Mount Everest to retain the gin, which would otherwise disappear through evaporation. The unique process is so time-consuming that there are only 36 bottles in the world at present, six of which will be sold in the UK, exclusively from Selfridges. They went online this week and will be available in the London store from Saturday November 7.

“With Watenshi we have been able to explore the upper limits of what the gin category is capable of. We sought to make a gin of unparalleled intensity and complexity. It’s an expression of refined elegance, which has previously been the preserve of the finest single malts and significantly aged cognacs.”

The gin is contained in a unique bottle designed by Swiss designers Loris&Livia and jeweller Antoine Sandoz, who has worked with Tom Ford, Chanel and De Beers. The bottles have been hand-blown in Cambridgeshire, the stoppers made in Switzerland, and the silver feathers on each bottle engraved and plated in London.

“There has been a huge proliferation of different gins in the past few years,” says Guy Hodcroft, wine and spirits buyer at Selfridges, “and we wanted to have the absolute. The Cambridge Distillery has yet to produce anything short of extraordinary, but the Watenshi takes it to the next level – both in terms of the gin’s balance and complexity, and its presentation.”

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IN 2015, LE BRISTOL PARIS CELEBRATES ITS 90TH ANNIVERSARY 

The story of this iconic Hotel is a wonderful and lasting one which has been told with passion since 1925. Nine decades have been spent illustrating the “art de vivre à la française” and gracefully taking the Hotel to the very height of refinement and quality.

More than a majestic layout of the noblest materials, marbles and precious paneling, original works of art, fabrics from the finest crafts, and the most refined gastronomy under the guidance of the talented three Michelin star Chef Eric Frechon, Le Bristol is first and foremost a house where people take precedence.

The magnificent building, a masterpiece of the Oetker Collection, is rich due to more than 600 devoted and passionate employees: apprentices, chefs, commis, florists, housekeepers all are specialists in their field who put all their all, hearts and souls to continue writing the pages of this wonderful Parisian Palace.

From our elegant address on Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, Le Bristol Paris embodies the true sense of luxury.  With talent, expertise and warm pleasure we put an extraordinary level of preparation into distinguishing each guest’s experience. With nearly a century of history behind them, Le Bristol Paris still leads the way with fresh ideas, assiduously crafting every detail to become the first hotel in France to earn the distinction of  “Palace hotel”.

Le Faubourg

At the end of the nineteenth century, the Elysée Palace became the official residence of the Presidents of France. During the same period, the first luxury shops started to appear. When the saddler Hermès and the dressmaker Jeanne Lanvin opened their boutiques, the rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré’s reputation was made.

The Opening

The hotel opened in April 1925, when the Roaring Twenties were in full swing: it was the heyday of Josephine Baker, Sydney Bechet and the Charleston. During that carefree and prosperous era, Paris attracted all the big names from the worlds of culture and fashion: Rochas, Balenciaga, Chanel, Schiaparelli, Picasso, Mondrian and Dali.

Fashion

In 1954, the first Pierre Cardin boutique opened at 118 rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré. Christian Lacroix, Louboutin and many others followed, and famous clients flooded through the doors of Le Bristol Paris: Konrad Adenauer, Kim Novak, Rita Hayworth and Charlie Chaplin. With its proximity to the haute couture Le Bristol became a favourite home for fashion photographers.

The best bar in the world

In 2013 Bar du Bristol was elected best bar in the world. This comfortable and cultivated bar quickly established itself as a favourite Parisian hotspot for cocktails and afterworks.

BASTILLE DAY GUINGUETTE STYLE

TUESDAY, JULY 9, FROM 7.30PM

To bring in Bastille Day a few days in advance, Le Bristol Paris’s garden will be transformed into a chic Guinguette tavern along the Seine. Communal tables, merry-making and conviviality will prevail, along with a live jazz orchestra to provide the evening’s tempo for guests to swing under the lanterns till the wee hours. Rustic chic and straw boater hats recommended!

For the festivities, Le Bristol Paris will arrange everything – from cocktail caravans and food trucks to the dance floor. Novices of the French java dance and the musette waltz needn’t worry! Professional dancers will be on hand to lead our guests in a waltz under the stars. Le Bristol Paris begins the celebrations a day in advance of Bastille Day.

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NEW IDEAS AND EVENTS AT LE BRISTOL

Throughout the year, gastronomy, art and fashion come together in the numerous events held at Le Bristol Paris hotel. ‘The Books, the Wine…’ is a charity event: all benefits are donated by Le Bristol Paris to the American Hospital of Paris. Every month, a famous writer is invited to share a high standard dinner created by 3-star rated Chef Eric Frechon, served with wine discovered in the company of its producer. On the first Monday of each month, the luxury brasserie 114 Faubourg holds wine appreciation evenings.

A wine grower, selected by Marco Pelletier, the Head Sommelier at Le Bristol Paris, presents their own wine in person to complement a tasting menu specially created by chef Jean-Charles Cauquil. For dedicated followers of fashion the hotel organises ‘Fashion High Teas’ on certain Saturdays. Major fashion houses as well as new designers present their collections at teatime in the hotel. Le Bristol Paris, located in a neighbourhood crammed with art galleries, also hosts a number of sculpture exhibitions in its magnificent garden every year. Le Bristol Paris is the place to meet in Paris!

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Mingle with the modish set at this chichi beach club — a white haven of plush sunbeds and inventive cocktails. By day, DJs play
low-key Balearic beats to a crowd lingering between the massage table and dinner table, while by night, designer togs replace bikinis for parties into the small hours.

In Palma, Mallorca, you’ve as good as a private house, but with every top-notch hotel service available, at the new private wing of the Puro Hotel. (from €3,750 per night)

It’s like having a private house – but with all the services of a fine hotel.

The Private Wing is an ideal setting for celebrations for up to 50 guests where we can offer food and drink personalized services. The building can be turned into a celebration place and accommodate 22 people in 11 rooms.

Puro Private Wing is the newest part of Puro Hotel and offers a different accommodation experience in the heart of Palma. It can be found in front of the main building and as well as being the Puro Hotel, it is also a palace of XVIII century. With all the Puro style, essence and hotel services. You can combine this original stay at this majestic Majorcan palace house with all the services that Puro Hotel may offer.

Puro Private Wing has 11 superior twin rooms with double beds convertible into 2 singles.

Puro Private Wing does not only have rooms. In order to complete the experience of your stay in a luxurious place, it also offers a terrace with an outdoor Jacuzzi, a roof deck with Balinese beds and a terrace in true Mediterranean style. The ultimate destination to relax without losing a sense of privacy.

This beautiful old town house has not only a magnificent living room but also a Show Kitchen and multifunctional meeting room which can be used as a kitchen, dining room, meeting room or event space.

You can reserve Puro Private Wing exclusively for groups enjoying total intimacy and tranquility. This option is ideal for company meetings or celebrations with friends or relatives. With all the exclusivity of the building it offers:

• 11 rooms: all superior twin
• Main living room
• Mediterranean terrace
• Terrace with Jacuzzi
• Roof top with Balinese beds
• Show Kitchen (optional)

MY WEDDING DAY

My Wedding Day,  produce exceptional wedding experiences for all faiths, cultures and denominations and they accomplish them anywhere in the world as well as forging strong relationships with the industry’s finest brands, talents and services. destination Wedding in 2015 is increasingly about the expert in whom you trust. They knows the people who can make it happen for clients who don’t have time to get it wrong. Every trip is bespoke, every recommendation comes from the heart. From helicopter safaris in Africa to private houses on ilands in forgotton seas.

My Wedding Day hopes to serve you as an inspiration for brides-to-be. This blog was born out of the love for all things bridal: destination Wedding, Wedding Dresses, Lingerie, Jewelry, Make-Up, Shoes, Cakes, Flowers, Gifts, and other bridal-related information. Whether you want a luxurious wedding filled with roses and chandeliers or just a ceremony for two on the beach, let us inspire your event. We feature the top resorts and hotels from around the world.. My Wedding Day gives the opportunity to creative people who are looking to expose themselves to the world and show the world what they’ve got. With our facebook page, which can reach over 20.610 unique people, we are the upcoming magazine for the creative and artistic mind. We also love to showcase up and coming talent! If you would like to submit editorials, art, fashion lines, upcoming events, for future publications or online exposure, please email at: Editor@AmsterdamToday.eu

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In Valencia, paella is cooked over an open fire, tended to by a cadre of men who fuel the flame with orange-tree branches and pinecones to infuse the rice with a woodsy aroma. It all sounds terribly romantic. And terribly impractical to try at home. (Who has access to a cadre of fire-stoking men and an orange tree?)

But with a few tweaks that harness the power of a backyard grill, you too can make the perfect paella—smoky and savory with a nice socarrat, that prized layer of crisp, charred rice on the bottom.

The word “paella” refers to the pan it’s traditionally cooked in. But don’t get too caught up in tradition. Better to cook the chicken and shrimp independently, directly on the grill. You’ll have greater control over doneness and, added back to the pan, they infuse the rice with smoky flavor.

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Freedom, however, is not obvious. Freedom is not experienced by billions of people, because they are living in a war, are living under a dictatorship or by religions be hampered in their freedom.

In the Netherlands freedom is very important. The Dutch are free people. The Netherlands is one of the countries in the world where freedom is cherished. The Netherlands, however, has had a very dark period, in which their freedom was not possible for 5 years.

Occupation 1940-1945

As everyone knows, Netherlands was attacked on May 10 1940 by the Nazi’s and everyone in the Netherlands was deprived of their freedom. This black period has lasted 5 years. If you want to read more about the occupation in the Neteherlands you can read the diary of Anne Frank.

Thanks to countless heroes the Netherlands was liberated from the German occupying forces on May 5 1945. The Dutch were very happy that they got their long desired freedom back again and with a lot of energy they started with the reconstruction of the Netherlands.

May 4

On May 4 at 20: 00, the Dutch commemorate all the dead during a 2 minutes silence. Flags are hung at half mast. Not only the dead from World War II are remembered, but also the dead, who have fallen after the Second World War and who have fallen during military missions abroad. These missions are always aimed at preserving or restoring peace in countries where it is necessary. Dutch soldiers also help, at this moment, to protect people in countries where there is no peace.

During the commemoration, the Dutch are not only thinking about the dead, but also that their freedom is due to the many heroes who have liberated the Netherlands. In addition, everyone speaks out that any war should stop and no new wars may arise. War brings out the worst of men and as a result many people will be dead or injured and that there are no winners. Only losers.

May 5

The Dutch celebrate on May 5 that they are liberated from the Nazi’s. The Netherlands is free for 70 years now since 1945 and their freedom is celebrated every year with great pleasure. The flags go out, liberation parties are held, people relive the liberation by dressing in the style of 1945 and driving in restored vehicles and everyone is happy.

Happy with the regained freedom. Glad that it is so pleasant to live in the free Netherlands. Glad that they respect one another in this beautiful country on the North Sea.

Especially the Dutch are very grateful to all the veterans of countries like the USA, United Kingdom, Canada et cetera. They are every year invited to join the festivities and honered for their good work during World War II.

Listen here to a beautiful song about the war composed by the Dutch composer Rogier van Otterloo. The title is Soldier of Orange!

Wish

The Dutch people, on May 5, as every year, are speaking out their wish that everyone in the world should live in freedom. Achieving 100% freedom on the world will never be achievable, but freedom is one of the most beautiful things in the world to which we all should strive for continually.

Let’s make the world a better place to live on!

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