Guides
Guides
Dispatches from artisan workshops, kitchens, cellars, and benches — on method, place, and the work itself.
- Field Notes
Custom Perfume Creation: What Bespoke Involves
Custom perfume creation begins with a perfumer at the bench, a written studio inquiry, and months of consultation, maceration, revision, and final formula decisions.
Hugo MarchettiJuly 22, 2026 - Field Notes
A Realistic Guide to Visiting the Audemars Piguet Musée Atelier in 2026
Discover the intricacies of haute horlogerie with our realistic guide to visiting the Audemars Piguet Musée Atelier in 2026, where craftsmanship and innovation come to life. Plan your audemars piguet museum visit for an unforgettable experience.
Hugo MarchettiJuly 22, 2026 - Field Notes
Inside Hermès: Booking the Visit That's Worth It in 2026
Discover the exclusive Hermès factory tours in 2026, where craftsmanship meets luxury. Experience the artistry behind iconic pieces and gain insight into the brand's rich heritage.
Hugo MarchettiJuly 21, 2026 - Field Notes
Bespoke Suit Commission Process: Savile Row Guide
How the bespoke suit commission process works, from the cutter's bench to the final fitting.
Hugo MarchettiJuly 20, 2026 - Field Notes
Florence Craft in Person: How to Get In and What You'll See at Scuola del Cuoio, Stefano Bemer, and Liverano & Liverano
Discover the charm of Florence artisan workshops with a guide to visiting Scuola del Cuoio, Stefano Bemer, and Liverano & Liverano, where craftsmanship meets tradition in the heart of the city.
Hugo MarchettiJuly 20, 2026 - Field Notes
Bespoke Shoe Commissioning Guide for 2026
Bespoke shoe commissioning begins at the bench: a foot tracing, a custom last, and a maker with enough time to build the pair properly.
Hugo MarchettiJuly 19, 2026 - Field Notes
How to Commission Bespoke Shoes from Northampton and St James's Makers (and What It's Actually Like)
How to Commission Bespoke Shoes from Northampton and St James's Makers in 2026 George Cleverley on the Royal Arcade still takes the first measurement by hand.
Hugo MarchettiJuly 19, 2026 - Field Notes
Vicky Cheng Estuary Opens With Lighter French Dining
Vicky Cheng’s Estuary opens May 29 at Macau’s Capella hotel, bringing French roots into a lighter, nourishing register.
Hugo MarchettiJuly 18, 2026 - Field Notes
Inside Savile Row: Booking the Bespoke Commission That's Worth It
Discover the art of savile row bespoke tailoring, where craftsmanship meets personalization. Learn how to navigate the bespoke commission process to ensure your investment is truly worth it.
Hugo MarchettiJuly 18, 2026 - Field Notes
Inside the Parmigiano Reggiano Dairy and Jamón Bodega: Booking the Visit That's Worth It in 2026
Discover the rich traditions of cheese-making and cured ham on a parmigiano reggiano dairy tour and jamón bodega visit in 2026, where authentic flavors and artisanal craftsmanship await.
Hugo MarchettiJuly 17, 2026 - Field Notes
How to Visit the Okayama Denim Mills: Momotaro and Kojima (and What It's Actually Like)
Explore the renowned Okayama denim mills, including Momotaro and Kojima, to discover the craftsmanship behind Japan's iconic denim. Learn what to expect during your visit and immerse yourself in this unique textile culture.
Hugo MarchettiJuly 17, 2026 - Field Notes
Sommelier Titles, Resort Oenology, and a New Head Chef in Edinburgh
Xavier Thuizat leads Oenology Week at The St. Regis Bora Bora, Aljoe Mario Beziek takes South Africa's Best Young Sommelier title, and John Munro steps up at Number One.
Hugo MarchettiJuly 17, 2026 - Field Notes
Ryan Cole Chefs’ Chef Win and the Weight of Peer Choice
Ryan Cole’s peer-voted Chefs’ Chef award places the Salsify at the Roundhouse co-owner inside South Africa’s kitchen conversation.
Hugo MarchettiJuly 15, 2026 - Field Notes
How to Visit a Murano Glass Workshop (and What It's Actually Like)
How to Visit a Murano Glass Workshop in 2026 (and What It's Actually Like) A maestro at a working Murano fornace lifts a gather of molten glass on a blowpipe, rotates it once against the lip of the f.
Hugo MarchettiJuly 15, 2026 - Field Notes
How to Visit Murano's Glass Workshops (and What It's Actually Like)
How to Visit Murano's Glass Workshops in 2025 (and What It's Actually Like) A furnace master lifts a gather of molten glass on a blowpipe, rotates it once against the lip of the bench, and hands it t.
Hugo MarchettiJuly 14, 2026 - Field Notes
Lynx Pizzeria Los Angeles: A Three-Star Chef's Risky Arts District Bet
Chef Joshua Skenes brings conveyor belt ovens and three-Michelin-star technique to the Arts District, but his one-year LA closure pattern suggests a narrow window to visit.
Hugo MarchettiJuly 13, 2026 - Field Notes
Sakai's Knife Forges in Person: How to Get In and What You'll See
Sakai's Knife Forges in Person: How to Get In and What You'll See You can visit the knife forges of Sakai, and for most of the city's workshops the door is genuinely open, though the word "visit" cov.
Hugo MarchettiJuly 13, 2026 - Field Notes
The Winemakers Behind Burgundy's Three MICHELIN Grape Wineries
Michelin’s first Grape Selection names nine Burgundy estates at the top, shifting attention from bottle scores to vineyard work.
Hugo MarchettiJuly 12, 2026 - Field Notes
Commissioning a Steinway: What to Know Before You Go in 2026
Commissioning a Steinway: What to Know Before You Go in 2026 The Selection Room at Steinway & Sons is not a public showroom you walk into on a Tuesday afternoon.
Hugo MarchettiJuly 12, 2026 - Field Notes
All Well Chicago Restaurant Bets on Casual Prix Fixe from Oriole Team
The Michelin-starred Oriole team opened All Well in April 2026, introducing Chicago to a 'casual prix fixe' format that applies fine dining technique without the formality.
Hugo MarchettiJuly 12, 2026 - Field Notes
Sydney Hotel Chef Departures: Viles, Orr, and Clugston Exit Within Weeks
Three acclaimed chefs, James Viles, Mitch Orr, and Beau Clugston, have departed Sydney hotel restaurants within weeks, signaling a shift in how luxury properties approach chef-driven dining.
Hugo MarchettiJuly 10, 2026 - Field Notes
How to Visit Murano Glass Workshops (and What It's Actually Like)
How to Visit Murano Glass Workshops (and What It's Actually Like) A maestro at Fornace Mian lifts a gather of molten glass on a blowpipe, rotates it twice against the lip of the furnace, and hands it.
Hugo MarchettiJuly 10, 2026 - Field Notes
E.J. Lagasse, Youngest Two-Star Michelin Chef, Transforms His Father's New Orleans Flagship
At 23, E.J. Lagasse earned two Michelin stars for Emeril's in New Orleans, making him the youngest two-star chef in Michelin Guide history while transforming his father's flagship through European three-star technique applied to Louisiana cuisine.
Hugo MarchettiJuly 10, 2026 - Field Notes
Angelos Bafas Opens Cato Covent Garden Bar
According to spirits_business, Angelos Bafas opened Cato, a Covent Garden venue housing three spaces, marking his first ownership stake since departing Creative Restaurant Group.
Hugo MarchettiJuly 9, 2026
