What happens when you place one of the most glamorous rising stars of musical theatre, a sustainable fashion brief, and one of the most outrageous V8 engines ever built on the same set?
You get the surreal but rather fabulous collision of Broadway sparkle, high fashion, and 670 horses of American muscle.
Nestled on the ever-vibrant 100 Wardour Street, Freak Scene Wardour Soho beckons with neon signage, eclectic beats, and a promise of gastronomic adventure. It’s a pop up restaurant that wears its name with pride—a place where boundaries between cuisines blur, traditions are gently subverted, and every dish tells a story of creative rebellion. Freak Scene captures the dynamic spirit of Soho: irreverent, artistic, and unapologetically bold.
The Visionary Behind the Mayhem: Scott Hallsworth
Founded by bikers, for bikers, Roadskin is a UK-based motorcycle clothing brand. The company was started by Ian and Nicky Wilson. Ian, a former London courier, gained firsthand knowledge of the shortcomings of traditional motorcycle gear. Early in his career, he and his friend, Mark Kingham, resorted to unconventional methods to stay warm and dry, which fueled their desire to create better gear.
I took the Corvette Z06 Convertible on a week-long tour through the rolling hills and winding lanes of southern England, the sort of countryside where Aston Martins usually rule the roost. From the chalky cliffs of Sussex to the winding backroads of Surrey, the Z06 devoured every mile with theatrical flair. The highlight? A sunset wine tasting at the Roebuck Estates Vineyard, where the golden light glinted off its sculpted lines as elegantly as the sparkling rosé in my glass.
There are a few occasional truths in the car world. Porsches will always be quicker than they look, Land Rovers will find a way to go wrong at the most inconvenient moment and if you want the world’s best luxury saloon, you buy a Mercedes-Benz S-Class. It has been that way for half a century, almost without interruption.
As I approached ‘Hotel Berlin, Berlin’ in the early evening, a neon blue strip cut across its angular façade, hinting at its mid-20th century roots while embracing the city’s constant evolution. Inside, an LED banner wrapped itself above the self-service reception, flashing contemporary art, just one example of the hotel’s blend of design, innovation and sustainability.
I have officially entered the realm of the middle-aged man. Because for a little while now, I have been yearning for a bit of rose-tinted, unfiltered wanderlust. The kind where you simply go wherever the wind (or Google Maps) decides to take you. And while the grim realities of motorway snarl-ups and the endless dual carriageway roadworks have been quietly airbrushed out of this scenario, I’m going to roam up and down England and Wales – just for the sheer love of it.
Goodwood’s Three Friday Nights series has a well-earned reputation for blending top-class horse racing with live music and a lively, festival-style atmosphere. On this particular Friday, the headline act was none other than The Artful Dodger — the iconic UK garage duo — and they certainly delivered a soundtrack that had the crowd moving well into the evening. But while the music was the main draw for many, the night offered so much more: from thrilling on-track action to indulgent food and drink, all set against Goodwood’s picture-perfect backdrop.
Audi S6 Avant E-Tron Launch Edition – Review in the Grand Touring Style
Audi claims the S6 Avant E-Tron will waft you up to 384 miles on a single charge. Naturally, we decided to test that with a civilised jaunt from Guildford to Norwich and back again — 325 miles in one sitting, no recharging, no fuss, just the quiet purr of electrons and the smug glow of not visiting a petrol station. Touring in style, as always.
In an era where technology often overshadows the art of the ride, the Honda CBR650R emerges as a compelling statement of purpose.
Back in the day, a middleweight sportsbike was uncompromising. In recent years, there has been a rebirth of the middleweight market, but the bikes that inhabit this space have now evolved. They have the same or better performance that we were used to, but now have improved ergonomics that make them more practical to live with and more comfortable to ride.
