Marbella has become increasingly vibrant, even during what used to be considered the low season & dare we say, low season might not even exist anymore. The city now feels alive year-round: busy yet peaceful, with new openings constantly reshaping the scene. As you already know, we’re devoted fans of Palm Sporting Club: the first Lagree studio we tried but we’re always curious to discover new spots. Naturally, House of Yage quickly made its way to the top of our list.

Tucked away in a quiet South Kensington mews, you’ll find Burn Lab, a studio I had been seeing all over Instagram and couldn’t resist trying, especially since it’s practically around the corner from me. From the moment you open the door, the heat hits you instantly a preview of what’s to come and a clear sign that you’re about to sweat.

Lebanon has long lived with the weight of uncertainty. Generation after generation has grown up learning to navigate instability, and today, once again, the younger generation has not been spared. Beirut Boutique was created with a simple intention: to help Lebanese-made brands reach beyond Lebanon’s borders. Is it normal that such a concept had to exist because the local market alone is not enough to sustain the extraordinary talent of its designers and artisans? No.