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How the crypto revolution is changing wealth managament
With the combined value of cryptocurrencies now north of $300 billion, blockchain is changing the world of wealth fast. Are you part of the revolut…
Review: The Fox & Pheasant, Chelsea
The revived Fox & Pheasant in SW3 is charming and authentic, with excellent food and even better service, writes William Cash The Fox & Phe…
Ellen MacArthur: why I believe in the ‘circular economy’
A record-breaking solo sailor is now leading a team aiming to change the system. Words by Emelia Hamilton-Russell The journey to the foundation beg…
Review: The Grand Salon, the Baccarat, New York
Christopher Jackson enjoys a memorable evening of caviar and champagne at the Baccarat in New York Located just opposite MoMA, the Baccarat impress…
Review: Picasso 1932, Tate Modern
An important exhibition at the Tate Modern shows the sheer extent of Picasso’s creative energy, writes Christopher Jackson It was James Shapiro who…
Review: Frenchie’s, Covent Garden
Jessica Brown heads to Frenchie in Covent Garden and finds a restaurant very much at the top of its game Frenchie could hardly be better located, a…
Fitzdares launches racing futures list at Glorious Goodwood
William Cash joins the Bright Young Things of the racing world in Sussex for the launch of the Fitzdares Racing Futures List Spear’s was invi…
Hidden chattels: how Birkin bags could skew a divorce settlement
The law in relation to the division of chattels following divorce is far from comprehensive, especially when things get personal, writes Harriet Er…
Review: Orestone Manor, South Devon
Ethereal views and a warm microclimate are enough to draw one to this charming Georgian manor, writes Rasika Sittamparam A trip to the Jurassic Coa…
Essay: Everything you didn’t know about P2P but were afraid to ask
P2P is an ancient asset class, but it is adapting impressively to meet the demands of the modern economy, writes Greg Carter When considering an in…
Review: The Mark Hotel, New York
Christopher Jackson visits the legendary Mark hotel and finds it awash with celebrities I attended the Mark Hotel on the eve of the Met Gala – that…
Why Jaguar’s F-Type SVR will set your heart racing
Jaguar’s F-Type SVR adds some aural oomph to its customary levels of style and performance, writes Cindy-Lou Dale ‘Of all the supercars you’ve driv…
Review: 67 Pall Mall
67 Pall Mall is going from strength to strength and has now opened some new space upstairs, writes Christopher Jackson In relatively short order, 6…
Earl Spencer wins defamation case
20 years after Princess Diana’s death – arguably at the hands of the media – Earl Spencer has scored a win against the press, writes Mert Acikgoz I…
Is it fine wine’s time to shine?
Investors are increasingly looking to wine as a desirable asset class and the fundamentals do stack up, writes Arun Kakar Even before the global ex…
Revealed: the Spear’s wealth management awards shortlists
The short lists for the Spear’s wealth management awards have just been published, and show a private client world in excellent health, writes Spea…
A capital tour through Washington DC
There’s much to see in Washington DC – and who else to explore a city on a swamp than Spear’s editor Alec Marsh? Like many of the…
Why golf remains at the heart of hospitality
Despite Trump and environmental concerns, golf courses remain a prime attraction in top-end resorts, writes Catherine Moye Since Donald Trump’s sho…
Review: The Lehman Trilogy, National Theatre ★★★★
Head to the National Theatre for Sam Mendes-directed The Lehman Trilogy, an epic night to remember about one of capitalism’s darkest moments that w…
How HSBC is leading the evolution of private banking
The global financial crisis ensured private banking would have to change drastically. Christopher Allen, CEO of HSBC Private Bank, is one leader in…