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Global News: United Kingdom - EU - Switzerland -Singapore

Global News: United Kingdom – EU – Switzerland -Singapore

United Kingdom – Brexit for UK Residents With less than 50 days to Brexit, the increasingly polarized state of British politics has reared its ugly head once again. As flawed as embattled prime minister Theresa May’s Brexit deal is to many, Chancellor Philip Hammond’s statement that Britain would reap a “deal dividend” if it avoided a no-deal exit should not have been controversial, as it was…

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"The new Tamara De Lempicka": Ornella De Rosa

“The new Tamara De Lempicka”: Ornella De Rosa

They say of her portraits of a woman: “The representations are wrapped in an inherent cipher code, in which the observer, sensitive and perceptive, must be able to grasp and understand the language made up of underlying messages, inserted within the narrative, and identify the salient features and conceptual content. And again: “His works have an intrinsic tone of poetry, which elevates visual…

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The gondola connection

A gondola in Milan? A dream that became reality  with two  “nutty” men: Sergio Passetti and Umberto Pagotto…

On the bank of the historic waterway that connects Milan to Pavia and Lake Maggiore, there stands a complex of two little churches dedicated to Saint Christopher – patron saint of the voyagers. Standing side-by-side and brimming with history they are a symbol, a one-of-a-kind locus…

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Object of desire

Globally renowned for his one-of-a-kind and record-breaking watches Jacob & Co. pushes the boundaries with the introduction of this latest “grand complication” timepiece, the Twin Turbo Furious.

Unveiled at the Baselworld International Watch and Jewellery Fair in Switzerland, last March, this iconic watch limited to just 18 pieces, boasts an intricate combination of a twin accelerated triple…

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The laws of elegance

The laws of elegance

Good manners. Thorough preparation. Respect for one’s clients. Literate knowledge. Love for culture and for sports. And above all, never stop learning. These factors only represent a part of one lawyers decalogue, revealed in this interview; Emilio Marco Casali, one of the most famous Italian Criminal lawyers of all times.

  Elegance is a gift, an art that in all cases should be cultivated; in…

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The spotlight is about to be turned on ArteGenova, one of the most appreciated showcases of Modern Art and of the avant-garde trends of Contemporary Art on the national and, in recent years, also international artistic scene. Hosted in the spaces of the Blue Pavilion of Fiera di Genova and now in its 15th edition, ArteGenova 2019 will open its doors with the opening ceremony on Thursday 14 February at 6 pm and promises to be an event even richer than the previous ones.

The exhibition proposal, in fact, will be accompanied by a varied calendar of events with a view to the past, but also to the future, in order to combine, once again, tradition and innovation, to connect the world of figurative arts with other forms of language, to put in communication collectors and experts, who want to invest in the sector, with the general public of fans or just curious, who find in ArteGenova the opportunity to approach the “big”.

Tony Favre

And so, alongside a very refined selection of works, of inestimable museum value and ranging from the early twentieth century to the present day, all gathered together for the occasion – between a De Chirico and a Balla, a Carrà and a Morandi, to name but a few – in the Olympus of the greatest names in art also this year you can find the “father” of “The World in the balance”, Tony Favre.

A great artist, Genoese by adoption, Favre has participated in numerous editions of ArteGenova where in a few days he will present his new exclusive collection, “Free Bull”, which remains surrounded by an aura of mystery.

For this reason, critics are waiting to see the latest works by Tony Favre, created specifically for ArteGenova, with the same interest and curiosity that the artist has been arousing for some time now, since he first came to ArteGenova in 2013.

Without a doubt, as always, Favre will win the bet and will not disappoint the expectations of the public, collectors and art critics (whose unique tastes he now knows), who, once again, will be pleasantly impressed and at the same time satisfied by his new proposal, able to bring together experts in the field and simple visitors and to meet the favor of the public and critics, as he already knew how to make his own personal reinterpretation of “The World in the balance” in 10 micro works, presented at the 2016 edition of ArteGenova – to name just one of many examples.

So, why not take advantage of ArteGenova 2019, taking the unique and unrepeatable opportunity to dive into the best modern and contemporary artistic tradition of all time and to be among the privileged who can admire live previews of the new masterpieces of Tony Favre, one of the most interesting artists in the national and international art scene of our time, who, along with the greats of art, gives you an appointment and awaits you in the capital of Liguria from Friday 15 to Sunday, February 18.

Visit the Website www.tonyfavre.com

by Angela Natrone

Tony Favre’s “Free Bull” arrives at ArteGenova The spotlight is about to be turned on ArteGenova, one of the most appreciated showcases of Modern Art and of the avant-garde trends of Contemporary Art on the national and, in recent years, also international artistic scene.

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Kessel Racing announces the first ever women-only team to compete in the European Le Mans Series championship

Kessel Racing announces the first ever women-only team to compete in the European Le Mans Series championship

Kessel Racing is ready for the 2019 season, kicking off with a great news. The team – part of the group founded by Loris Kessel back in 1971 – is pleased to announce that they will take part in the European Le Mans Series championship with a women-only line-up, for the first time in ELMS history.

Manuela Gostner (34, Italian), Rahel Frey (32, Swiss) and Michelle Gatting (26, Danish) will…

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Deeply rooted in tradition. Romantic. Unique. This is not only the story of Espresso (the Italian coffee that rules the world), but also that of the rivalry between Bialetti and Alessi, two tycoons of design.

A half-filled cup topped by a fluffy cream, an intense aroma, one of the most pleasurable rituals. That’s Espresso, the magic word that unlocks the door to a world of stories and traditions around the globe. In Italy it is synonymous of coffee: if you order “un caffè”, you will be served “an Espresso”. For Italians, it is also considered a way to socialize. If we consider how little it costs – only 1 Euro at the bar counter – it is easy to understand why offering it is seen as a friendly gesture, something one can freely accept or decline without feeling guilty or uneasy. Millions of cups are served every day in Italy. The bartenders know they must be fast, as there’s nothing worse than waiting for more than 30 seconds. During rush hour, the bar counter becomes a replica of the Stock Exchange’s Trading Hall, with orders received in rapid sequence and even more rapidly delivered in all the different variations: strong black, lungo (or weak black), double, macchiato (with a dash of milk or cream), or even with a shot of spirits such as Schnapps or Sambuca, the so called: caffé corretto.

But how much coffee do Italians drink? Surprisingly not as much as other nations. The Scandinavians are in first place, and we must scroll down the list to twelfth place to find the Italians. How is it possible? The answer is simple: you don’t need a huge amount of coffee to make a good Espresso, and as a consequence a cup contains less caffeine than one of drip coffee. However, do not let yourself be tricked by the amount of liquid: Espresso contains more caffeine per volume unit, but the total amount of caffeine is lower because the portion is smaller. What then is the difference between a drip and an Espresso? Normally, drip coffee is obtained through the percolation of water that – thanks to gravity – simply falls drop by drop. Whereas to prepare an Espresso, water is pushed at high pressure – nowdays approximately at 9 atmospheres – to rapidly obtain a creamy and robust drink (we must not forget that the word Espresso literally means fast).

If today we need only wait 30 seconds to taste una tazzina (a cup of coffee), it is thanks to Angelo Moriondo, who in 1884 invented the first Espresso machine in Turin. Curiously enough however, the industrial production for the use in horeca started only in 1905 in Milan, when Desiderio Pavoni bought the patent and founded the company that still bears his name. But the real turning point arrived when Espresso started to be consumed not only in bars or restaurants but also in the confines of the private home. This dates back to 1933, the year when mass consumption of coffee begun. Accreditation here goes to another Piedmontese engineer, Alfonso Bialetti, also known as the father of the Moka Express, a simple but ingenious machine in which water is heated in a little boiler up to a temperature of 90° degrees. Subsequently, internal pressure then pushes the water through a filter and into a funnel where it is finally transformed into that hot, black coffee which we all crave for. If you ask an Italian for advice on how to make a good coffee with the Moka at home, you will be given these three simple rules: 1. Make at least five test coffees to be thrown out before sipping your first cup (the machine needs to be used or “broken in”, and this applies to both if the machine is new or if it hasn’t been used for a while). 2. Simply wash the machine with water, do not use any detergent, it will only make coffee taste chemical. 3. Fill the water heater up to the valve and never-ever press the coffee into the filter.

But why do Italians love the Moka machine? Because it’s practical, simple to use and its maintenance is easy. The real reason however is romantic and deeply rooted in tradition, almost nostalgic, and somewhat similar to the involuntary memory evocated by “La madelaine de Marcel Proust”. The truth is that Moka produces a unique sound and a distinctive aroma. Senses that have been a part of Italian tradition for generations, recalling memories of daily life such as early morning breakfasts or Sunday lunches with the whole family. A cup of coffee will cajole many family secrets to be revealed. For this reason, an Italian home is incomplete without a Moka machine, a trend that has today spread well beyond national borders. Globally the Moka machine is recognized as a small item of perfect design, an object of desire one needs in a home, and that has found its place amongst permanent collections of both the Triennale Design Museum in Milan as well as the MoMa in New York. The only problem one could potentially see, is that its perfection in terms of form and material has caused it to remain unchanged for almost 85 years. Could it even be possible to improve a virtually quintessential object like the Bialetti’s Moka machine? This question was finally answered by German designer, Richard Sapper, a deep connoisseur of the Italian lifestyle, in collaboration with the Italian, Omegna based, company Alessi. Omegna, a small town in Piedmont is also home to Bialetti (there is a sort of competitive design-derby between Bialetti and Alessi that recalls far more aggressive Italian industrial battles, such as the one between the automotive emperors Enzo Ferrari and Ferruccio Lamborghini).

In jount venture, Richard Sapper and Alessi were able to find the perfect match between tradition and innovation. Whereas Bialetti specialized in aluminum for its productions, Alessi proceeded to use steel and thus created the “Caffettiera 9090”, entirely made out of 18/10 stainless steel. Its inside was made of frosted steel, and all components not subject to wear and tear such as its handles, made of cast iron (unlike Bialetti’s plastic that could potentially melt at high temperature). In addition and contrary to the Bialetti Moka that relied on its safety valve to minimize the risk of pressure excess, the Alessi version contained a complex locking system that would release the pressure before reaching dangerous levels). Furthermore, a patented opening system allowed the exact dosage for each “tazzina” as well as a practical adaptor that chose and controlled the intensity of the coffee. In other words, this good and healthy industrial competition resulted in the creation of a second object of Italian desire: the 9090 by Alessi. The 9090 not only won the prestigious Compasso d’Oro Award in 1979 but is also the second perfect coffee machine on display at the MoMa in New York.

by Gianluca Pezzi

Coffee: fast (competitive) and furious Deeply rooted in tradition. Romantic. Unique. This is not only the story of Espresso (the Italian coffee that rules the world), but also that of the rivalry between Bialetti and Alessi, two tycoons of design.

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White Turf St. Moritz 2019 – a Passion for Races!

White Turf St. Moritz 2019 – a Passion for Races!

The immense amounts of snow over the past few days and the deep-covered race track,  had a major influence on the outcome of the races this first Sunday of the 2019 season. Started on the frozen lake of St. Moritz in 1907, with a variety of attractions held within the event area totalling 130,000 square meters, February 2019 is once again promising horse lovers from around the world the…

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Global News United Kingdom – Iran – China – Turkey UNITED KINGDOM As London and Brussels head into the home stretch of Brexit negotiations, the prickly issue of what to do with regard the avoidance of a hard-Irish border remains.

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Montblanc 1858 Collection: reconnecting to nature with new Timepieces in Khaki Green 

Precise, legible and robust for use in extreme conditions, the legendary professional Minerva watches from the 1920s and 1930s were conceived for military use and exploration. Inspired by these historic timepieces, the Montblanc 1858 pays tribute to the Minerva Manufacture’s extraordinary heritage. 

Elegantly pairing green with bronze, the three new editions capture the spirit of the great…

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Ermenegildo Zegna Fall/Winter, 2019/2020: a connection of diversities 

Ermenegildo Zegna presented the new autumn/winter, 2019/2020 collection on an unexpected catwalk, set within the atrium areas of the Milano Centrale railway station. 

For the upcoming winter season, Zegna’s artistic director, Alessandro Sartori, presented a delicate classicism, which does not forget the rhythm of the city. Formal jackets borrow their pockets from the outerwear world; the shirts…

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Armillion, The World's Most Expensive Multi-Key Bracelet

Armillion, The World’s Most Expensive Multi-Key Bracelet

Armillion Bracelet is contactless payment & multi-key device, which fuses functionality, exclusivity and luxury to create the ultimate statement of an elite lifestyle.  With only between one and ten of each model having been produced, the Armillion bracelet is a true symbol of exclusivity. They are made from high-end materials such as titanium, 18K golds and hit tech ceramics.  Prices start at…

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LE CORBUSIER, CREATIVE SPIRIT AND RATIONALITY 

Charles-Édouard Jeanneret-Gris, otherwise known as Le Corbusier, was born on October 6th, 1887,  in a Swiss mountain village of the Jura massifs.  His mother was a musician and piano teacher. 

His nature-loving father wrote long reports about his walks, even though he was self-taught. Growing up amidst two different life experiences, the young Jeanneret benefitted from the passions of both his…

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The rise of The Kennedys –  History and Legend. A Timeline. 1957  The year in which a young Senator published a book that immediately went on to become not only a bestseller, but also winning the coveted Pulitzer Prize. 

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Dolomeet Boutique Hotel, a Pearl in the heart of the Dolomites

Surrounded by the untouched nature of the Dolomites and in the centre of Pinzolo, away from traffic and just two steps from the ski lifts, lies the Dolomeet Boutique Hotel. A unique place full of peace and harmony, that will offer an unforgettable and exclusive holiday. A charming hotel where tradition and modern alpine design meet in a seductive and exclusive atmosphere.

This prestigious pearl…

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Giuseppe Lavazza, the King of Coffee

Giuseppe Lavazza, the King of Coffee

The history of Lavazza is that of a business, which for over 120 years has pursued one vision; a passion for their work, a passion for their product and a passion for the land on which they operate. These values have been ingrained in Lavazza’s DNA since it’s foundation in 1895. These values have been upheld by four generations of entrepreneurs. Each family member who has worked in the company…