Black Books
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Our Edinburgh Black Book
Beyond its castles, hilly streets, and cozy pubs—not to mention associations with whisky, brooding winters and a certain whimsical wizarding world—Edinburgh has grown into one of Britain’s most unexpectedly creative cities.
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Our Florence Black Book
Florence may not be large in scale—most of its major landmarks sit within walking distance of each other—but it’s by no means a city that’s easy to crack.
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Our Porto Black Book
Unlike sunny, bustling Lisbon, Porto is rugged, misty, and moody: medieval alleys tumbling down steep hillsides, decaying buildings with faded Art Deco signs, hand-painted azulejos on churches and train stations, and narrow homes stacked above the Douro River. We asked 14 locals and insiders to share their favorite places to eat, drink, shop and stay.
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The Saint-Tropez Black Book
Beyond the yachts and glamorous mythology is a place that remains rooted in village life. We asked a few well-connected insiders to share the they return to year after year: lazy grilled-fish lunches by the sea and bouillabaisse spots, beach clubs and hidden coves, best shops for tropézienne sandals, and where to end the night.
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Copenhagen Black Book
Copenhagen is one of our favorite European cities, embodying a specific kind of creative confidence. To get beyond the obvious, we tapped a dozen locals and insiders to share their favorites.
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Buenos Aires Black Book
Buenos Aires can feel like a lot at first: grand yet gritty, European flair in a distinctly Latin setting, a thriving creative culture, proud culinary traditions, nights that start late and end later…To navigate the shifting energy, we asked 16 insiders to share the code to porteño culture.
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Hong Kong Black Book
For this city of islands and contrasts, we asked 13 locals and frequent visitors for their go-tos. Think dim sum from trolleys and Michelin tables, Peking duck feasts and rooftop cocktails with epic views. Also white-cube galleries beside incense-filled temples; beaches, trails, and ferries just minutes from skyscrapers. And shopping that’s pure HK: jade markets,…
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Zurich Black Book
Zurich may run like clockwork, but beneath all that Swiss polish and precision lies a looser, more eccentric side, the same spirit that made the city the birthplace of Dadaism and a longtime haven for the arts.
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The Cotswolds Black Book
There’s a reason the Cotswolds have become shorthand for English country charm—but beyond the postcard perfection, there’s a vibrant daily energy that continues to draw transplants from London.