What's On 18 Nov 2023

Ellie Smith
November 19, 2023

Dear Reader,

What do Dale Vince, Lily Cole, Raymond Blanc, Arizona Muse, George Lamb, Dominique Palmer and Poppy Okotcha have in common? They were all outstanding speakers this week at Journey to Zero, our campaign, events and awards programme, sponsored by Skydiamond, that keeps a spotlight shining firmly on the storytellers that make our shift to a kinder way of living for people and planet, the new narrative and the only story in town worth telling. I have literally swelled up with pride and admiration for the conversations and connections that are being created – there is no doubt the dial is being shifted. The key is to add spice, sass, desirability, fun, joy, passion and aspiration to a subject that can at times feel heavy and overwhelming – who could argue with that?

Thank you too to Polestar, Yves Delorme and Molton Brown and incredible event organisers, Baillie Newman.

Have a great week.

WHAT’S EXCITING ME THIS WEEK

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Winter TV

After my week’s excitements outlined above, it’s time to decompress in front of The Crown this weekend. I’m a sucker for this dramatised blockbusting series and can’t wait to see how the 1990s play out… despite what the critics are saying.

Epigenetic skincare

Want to know what this is? British B Corp skincare brand LYMA is leading the way – fusing the latest science and technology to deliver sensational results.

COP28

Cop out or must-follow? We need to keep a firm eye on what agreements are made at the upcoming Conference of the Parties in Dubai. We cannot turn away and keep kicking the can down the road.

FIVE THINGS NOT TO MISS

Get into the festive mood at Place2Be’s annual charity Christmas carol concert at Holy Trinity Sloane Square, which features performances from the likes of Laura Wright and Joe Stilgoe.

Looking for a Christmas gift for a man in your life? Check out the stylish collection from British shoe brand Crockett & Jones.

Rosewood London is partnering with Garrard for the final chapter of its 10-year anniversary celebrations, with a special art afternoon tea on offer alongside a beautiful tree.

Bringing the flavours of Mexico to Chelsea is new restaurant Ixchel, helmed by esteemed chef Ximena Gayosso Gonzalez.

Head to the cinema to see the newly released Saltburn, Emerald Fennell’s buzzy new film starring Barry Keoghan and Jacob Elordi.

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