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Their bright materials
In Taiwan’s cultured capital, independent shops are abuzz with creativity. We’ve been taking a fresh look at its wares, from cycling to ceramics, and talking to those lighting up the city.
Chef Kittichai
The son of a greengrocer who sold food on the streets as a child is now one of the world’s top Thai chefs. Ian Kittichai shares his ‘last meal’.
Post Taste
Located in a former post office, Kokako was set up by the owner of a coffee company, who believes in being close to his customers.
Simple supper
The bistro Vivant Table is testament to the owner’s cosmopolitan upbringing, with its organic, fuss-free Italian and French food.
Keeping it wheels
With city initiatives sparking a cycling boom in Rio de Janeiro, we look at what makes it a pedal-power paradise, before touring the globe for this issue’s latest travel recommendations.
Marshan & Medina
A new generation of creative types are being seduced by the faded charm of the city that was once home to Paul Bowles and William Burroughs.
Food
Meet Mark Brownstein, an international food hunter. We also feature Austria's oldest preserve maker, our top saucepan brands, a food-related film and other tasty bits and pieces from around the globe.
Expo 62: Help is at hand
It’s part hardware store, part department store but ultimately defies description. It is a tokyo institution that sells just about everything and is loved by everyone. Welcome to Tokyu Hands.
Monocle with coffee and cake
We’ve been fine-tuning the espresso machines, testing the pastries and polishing the counters. We’re now ready to open the doors to our first London café.
