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What’s On Our Radar This Month: August 2026
From the hottest new collaborations to the ever-evolving restaurant scene, here are 13 things on The Sybarite’s radar this August.
Ask anyone who lives in London, and they’ll surely tell you there is no shortage of exciting openings, launches and events taking place each month - the trouble is usually hearing about them. From hot, new restaurant openings to the latest beauty drops, consider The Sybarite your luxury barometer when it comes to noteworthy newcomers each and every month. Below, find our curated list of launches and...
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Rural Renewal: Why Louma Country Hotel Makes For a Luxurious Digital Detox
With “doomscrolling” and social media addiction on the rise, Phoebe Tatham checked into Louma Country Hotel for a digital detox.
Rye is Britain's Answer to the Hamptons – and London's Stylish Set Can't Get Enough
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8 Luxury Swimwear Brands to Have on Your Radar for 2026
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Villa Eden Review: A Longevity Retreat in Northern Italy
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Best Quiet Luxury Brands for Understated, Stealth Wealth Style
Quiet luxury is a fashion movement that champions understated sophistication and elegance.
Romantic Wineries in Napa Valley: A Curated Journey Through Vineyards
With more than 400 wineries, Napa Valley has quietly become one of the world’s most compelling destinations for couples seeking an escape alongside extraordinary wine.
In a City of Bridges, Kimpton BEM Budapest Links Modern Hungary With its Historical Past
Sarah Rodrigues savours heritage architecture alongside contemporary design in the heart of Budapest.
Featuring Top 9 Luxury Property Developments Around the World in 2026
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Review of 10 Immersive Dining Experiences in London for Food Lovers
In Brief: The best immersive dining experiences in London include INCA in Soho, with live Latin American performances every 10 minutes; Kitchen Theory in Holborn, a multi-sensory chef’s table using projection mapping; The Lost Estate’s dining theatre with live actors; the Murdér Express murder-mystery train dinner in Bethnal Green; and Coppa Club’s riverside glass igloos. Prices range from around £35 to £240 per person.