Take all the hassle out of travel planning. From weekends away to ski trips, winter sun to girls getaways, this is who you need to speak to.
Plus, at-home stress removal with this nifty and easy-to-use accessory, and one of the best things about the winter season is here to enjoy. This is what we’re loving in this week’s Citizen Femme hotlist.
TRAVEL WITH F&P Travel
Planning holidays can be stressful. Satisfying everyone’s vacation needs, age and taste. Whether you’re looking for a family holiday, romantic escape or trip with the girls, look to F&P Travel for your next travel adventure. This is personal travel at its best from a purposely small team of travel experts who love getting to know you so that they can craft tailormade itineraries, that they know you’ll love, time after time. The team are continually scouring the globe for the most exclusive and luxurious retreats, ensuring that every element is accounted for to make an unforgettable journey. Plus, their concierge specialists offer a dedicated (and complimentary) service before and during your stay to remove all holiday admin and hassle. For those looking to travel as a family you’ll be in safe hands with F&P, with a team made up of mums, meaning they know exactly what you need to tick off the family travel list, including activities and entertainment for the children and excellent facilities for adults. Tailormade travel. Just for you.
USE THIS AcuPips
Have you ever experienced acupuncture or explored the benefits of acupressure? Take this age-old practise home with AcuPips, expert-led ear seeds that reduce stress, anxiety & more as they harness the ancient wisdom of ear seeding to support everyday health and well-being in a modern, accessible way. The ear is a microsystem for the human body and has more than 120 acupuncture points, and based on the theory of Auricular Acupuncture, these handy little ear seeds are placed on specific acupuncture points around the ear. Use the tweezers and the diagram provided to guide the AcuPips Ear Seeds to the correct place on the ear and push firmly when you feel a migraine coming on, for example. Stimulating these points using AcuPips Ear Seeds can restore energy flow and balance the body. For addiction, migraines, stress and anxiety, there are plenty of ways to integrate this method into a healthy lifestyle.
DRINK HERE Apples & Pears
Apples & Pears has made its much-anticipated debut at St James’s Market, within Sael—the latest brasserie from restaurateurs Jason and Irha Atherton. ‘Apples & Pears’ is an exciting space where art and attitude converge, capturing the essence of Cool Britannia. The bar is an edgy, understated oasis with each drink carefully crafted, pairing two seasonal ingredients in unexpected, yet harmonious combinations. Designed by Bar Manager Istvan Toth, whose impressive background includes The Arts Club in London, the Michelin-starred Babel in Budapest, and Coya in Mykonos. The opening cocktail menu is set to delight your senses with creations like the ‘Dill & Caper’—a refreshing mix of infused Belvedere Vodka, Cucumber, Capers, and Franklin & Sons Elderflower Tonic. For a more adventurous palate, the ‘Fig & Mushroom’ combines Evan Williams Bourbon, Fig Leaf, Martini Riserva Rubino Vermouth, Shiitake Mushroom, and a Cacao & Jalapeño Maple. The ‘Strawberry & Scots Pine,’ promises a vibrant blend of strawberry-infused Bombay Sapphire Gin, Scots Pine, Seasonal Berries, Burn Faith Triple Sec, and Lemon. The ambience of ‘Apples & Pears’ is further elevated by its décor, showcasing works from the Young British Artists (YBA) movement. As the night progresses, the bar transforms with a DJ booth that sets the stage for exclusive after-parties, making it the ultimate late-night destination. Complementing the ever-evolving cocktail list, the food offerings at ‘Apples & Pears’ feature delectable snacks from Sael, perfectly paired to enhance your experience.
ENJOY THIS Badiani Hot Chocolate
One of the perks of the cold weather (outside of sartorial elegance) is hot chocolates. Badiani, the favourite Florentine gelato experts (with shops across London, Brighton and Windsor), launch their Italian Hot Chocolates this week, ready for the winter season. No one does hot chocolate quite like the Italians, known for their rich, extra-thick texture, these luxurious drinks are crafted with Pernigotti cocoa from Alessandria, Piedmont, crafted in a custom-built machine that ensures a decadent experience with every sip. The chocolate is made by the gelato maestro himself, Paolo Pomposi, who is also the mastermind behind the iconic pistachio sauce. On the menu? A Classic Hot Chocolate, rich and creamy, topped with whipped cream and chocolate shavings; Pistachio Hot Chocolate, a classic enhanced with Paolo Pomposi’s handcrafted Pistachio Sauce on the interior of the cup; Chocolate Affogato, a harmonious blend of the Paolo Pomposi Hot Chocolate with a scoop of signature Buontalenti gelato, delivering a warm, creamy treat; and Hot Pistachio, made with Paolo Pomposi’s Pistachio Sauce, perfect for pistachio fans seeking something different.
WEAR THIS Signet Rings by Philippa Herbert
Whether its inherited or not, signet rings have made a resurgence. Traditionally worn my gentlemen, engraved with a family crest, and used to imprint their insignia into wax on an official document, essentially acting as their signature (hence the name), tables have turned. Now they have become a must-have accessory for men and women, and you can go OTT or keep it simple and pared back, and there’s plenty of fun to be had. Philippa Herbert creates classical pieces that are weighted in British tradition alongside modern renditions and bespoke creations to be loved and kept for future generations. Opt for a gemstone engraved signet, displaying two crests, seal engraved by hand onto Lapis and Sardonyx or another gemstone of choice. Or a fully customisable fingerprint ring, a beautiful accessory for yourself or to gift test.
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