Day: March 23, 2019

Optimised nutrition enhances the result of good cosmetic surgery

Mathew James

As a general principle, prior to surgery (no matter what kind of procedure) you should always make sure to provide yourbody with sufficient energy and protein. Giving your body proteinsis most important, as the protein building blocks (amino-acids) are directly or indirectly involved in virtually all biochemical processes in the body, including wound healing. If you have decided to undergo cosmetic surgery, it’s a good idea to look into nutritional issues ahead of the procedure, as the right diet before and after the planned surgery can have a positive impact…

Mascara, eyeliner, make-up – interesting facts about the history of decorative cosmetics

Mathew James

Archaeological discoveries show that cosmetics and paint were already widely used back in ancient times. While today the discerning customer will often have a hard time choosing the right thing amongst the thousands of products on offer in her favourite beauty shop, the ancient Romans and Egyptians made use of the rich offerings of mother nature. Plant stems soaked in a purple paste made of the juice of murex sea snails were used as lipstick, grease and finely ground gemstones were mixed into colourful eye shadow, and to enhance their…

Oysters a la russe

Mathew James

Prepare fresh oysters (6 to 8 per person) opened on an ice-cooled platter. Ingredients for the dip 2 table spoons of vodka (we recommend: XELLENT) 1⁄2 tea spoon of fresh lemon juice 1⁄4 tea spoon of freshly prepared horseradish 1 dash Tabascosauce 1 pinch of icing sugar 1 pinchofsalt 1 tomato(removekernels)finelychopped 1 tablespoon of finely chopped fresh chives Mix the vodka, lemon juice, horseradish, Tabascosauce, sugar and salt together and stir. Pour the mixover the chopped tomatoes and add chives. Sprinkle the vodka dip onto each oyster and add some…

Oyster-Safaris – Learn more bout an aphrodisiac born from the foam of the ocean

Mathew James

According to Greek mythology, the goddess of love Aphrodite was born from an oyster. And so it’s little wonder that already the ancient Greeks and Romans believed in the aphrodisiac effect of oysters. Still today, many a cavalier bets on this seafood delicacy when preparing for a romantic candlelight dinner. Whether and – if so – how many oysters are indeed able to stimulate the libido is likely depending on the belief of the person eating them. But there is no doubt that when enjoyed with a squirt of lemon…

What does $50 million buy around the world? – Hong Kong

Mathew James

Ultimate luxury comes at a price. And for $50 million, or thereabouts, buyers have their choice of trophy properties: for example, a designer duplex over the roofs of Hong Kong City and beach lifestyles converge at this designer duplex on Hong Kong’s Repulse Bay. This luxurious contemporary duplex  overlooks Hong Kong’s Repulse Bay, a few minutes’ walk from the beach and Repulse Bay shopping and restaurant complex. The chic interiors feature floor-to-ceiling windows to maximize the breathtaking city and bay views, six bedrooms, five full bathrooms, a living room, formal dining room,…

What does $50 million buy around the world? – Cannes

Mathew James

Ultimate luxury comes at a price. And for $50 million, or thereabouts, buyers have their choice of trophy properties: for example palatial villas in jet set destinations Cannes.  In the ultra-exclusive Cannes enclave known as Super Cannes, this palatial villa sits on nearly 2.5 acres of beautiful grounds with views of the Bay of Cannes, Lerins Islands, Cap d’Antibes, and the mountains. The elegant 10-bedroom main residence features grandly scaled living and entertaining spaces that open to wide terraces facing the resort-style pool and the sea. The deluxe amenities include…

The fascinating world of cigars

Mathew James

Cuba is synonymous for premium cigars. But long before Havana became the world’s prime hub for fine cigars, it was the Spanish who introduced cigars to the world. Shortly after Christopher Columbus discovered the Americas in 1492, the first cigar factories were established in Spain. And this is also how tobacco turned into what it is still today: a luxury commodity. In its place of origin, the Americas, it had only been used by the indigenous tribes for religious or medical purposes as a chewed, snuffed or boiled herb. The…

Your opportunity for an amazing investment: Polo Club Costa Smeralda

Mathew James

POLO & LUXURY Real Estate presents today a unique investment project on the Costa Smeralda. This amazing construction project of Polo Club – Top Luxury Villas – Suite Hotel – distributed over 500.000 sqm is located at the wonderful Sardinia – Costa Smeralda. Below we show you the key data of the project, for a detailed documentation please send an e-mail to Birgit Hügli-Herrmann (owner POLO & LUXURY) to the following e-mail address: birgit.huegli-herrmann@polo-luxury.com A visit of the property is possible at any time by arrangement. The flights from the most…