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Tour of Italy
We headed back to Italy via the Concerto restaurant to review a small sample of the many Italian wines in Moscow.
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Passport Picks |
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Editor’s choice
Regards from Shaoling. Russian Romance. Summertime...
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St Petersburg Pages |
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The Hermitage
The must see site in St Petersburg
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Editor’s Choice
Caviar Connoisseurs Welcome. Where Irish Eyes are Always Smiling. The British in St Petersburg
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The Best Address in St Petersburg
Arguably the best address to stay, if you are visiting St Petersburg, is Nevsky Prospekt, Mikhailovskaya Ulitsa 1/7.
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Community |
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People on the Move
Mathieu Greppo, Bradley Mazurek, Hans Wicks, Varun Gupta
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How I didn’t Spend My Summer in Russia
Lately, I have been feeling a lot of pressure to “get up and go” out of Moscow to see the rest of the country.
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Our Lady of Hope: Catholic Ministry in Moscow
For English and French speakers in Moscow, there is a wonderful weekly service conducted in the crypt.
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Tricks of the Trade – The Lanes
One of the keys to navigating Bedrock traffic is proper choice of lane.
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Special Report |
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Malaysian-Russian Relations Ripe for Development
The year 2007 marks another important milestone for Malaysia-Russia relations as both countries celebrate 40 years of diplomatic relations.
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Russian-Malaysian Trade Ready to Growth
Until now Russia is low down on the list of Malaysia’s trading partners.
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Buying Property in Malaysia
Malaysia offers relatively inexpensive real estate deals.
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Getting There
The beauty about planning a trip to Malaysia is that while it’s possible to fly to Kuala Lumpur or other cities you don’t have to!
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Malaysians to Blast off to ISS
Two Malaysians are undergoing training at Star City in preparation for a flight to the International Space Station (ISS) this Autumn.
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Visit Malaysia
This is the year chosen to promote Malaysia as a leading holiday destination.
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Malaysia a Choice Business Location
A new study has found that in terms of reputation as a base to do business, Malaysia was ranked seventh out of 41 countries surveyed worldwide.
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Retire to Malaysia
Why not try living in Malaysia, with its perpetually warm tropical climate, inviting shorelines of pure white sands and clear blue sea, friendly locals...
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Alluring Contrasts in Kuala Lumpur
Springing from a tiny muddy mining village, Kuala Lumpur grew into Malaysia’s dynamic capital.
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Palatial Stay at the Hub
The Hotel Istana recaptures the essence of a bygone era of royal Malay-sultanate hospitality at the hub of the business, shopping and entertainment centre of Kuala Lumpur.
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Luxury Accommodation in the City Centre
Situated in the city’s busiest entertainment and commercial district, is one of the largest hotels in Kuala Lumpur.
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Malaysia Sightseeing
Petronas Towers, Menara KL Tower, Kuala Lumpur Bird Park, Chinatown, Aquaria KLCC, Malaysian Cuisine
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Kuala Lumpur Nightlife
Bukit Bintang is a playground for party-goers come sundown. Hip nightspots and gastro-pubs.
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Location, Location, Location Puts Hilton Ahead
The Hilton Hotel’s main advantage is its convenient location.
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Postcard from Belarus |
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Belarusian Babushka Remedies
When traveling to Belarus, it’s best not to let on that you are suffering from a runny nose, athletes’ foot, or any other form of bodily malady.
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Business |
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Nine West
President of the US footwear corporation’s international division, says Nine West and the Apparel Group are committed to offering fashion footwear at an affordable price.
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Value Added Shopping Throughout Europe
Desiree Bollier is a dynamic, tightly packaged lady who exudes energy.
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Do Svidaniya DFID
After fifteen years, DFID is pulling out of Russia.
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Andreas Romanos, AEB
Andreas Romanos, CEO of the Association of European Businesses for the last three years, is moving on.
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Recipe |
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Recipes
Fillet of Angus beef with a leek stilton and porcini crust. Mango summer pudding
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Real Estate |
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Russian Real Estate Investment
Russia has succeeded in making considerable progress in achieving macro-economic stabilization in 2006.
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High-End Dachas
In Moscow, “going native” can mean knowing when to leave the city for respite from the city heat.
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Travel |
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A Londoner’s Sunday
Piers Gladstone abandons the tourist trails and the glitzy West End to take us off the beaten track in London.
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The Arts |
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History of Art
Sergei Malyutin had been a renowned portrait artist long before the Revolution.
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India’s 60 Years of Ties with Russia
Kanwal Sibal, the Indian Ambassador to Russia, was looking for a way to mark the 60th Anniversary of India-Russia diplomatic relations.
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Books |
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Motherland by Simon Roberts
Simon Roberts decided he would take a year off from a life of frantic photojournalism to slowly travel around Russia with his wife.
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Shopping |
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Retail news
Shopaholic Guide 2007 launched in Russia. Mercury ushers in Ralph Lauren. TopShop on a roll in Russia. Da Vinci presents a new Fani Gioielli Collection.
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Dining Out |
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Nick Van Riemsdijk, Marriott Moscow City Center
Nick Van Riemsdijk, Executive Chef of Courtyard by Marriott Moscow City Center talks to Annet Kulyagina.
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Restaurant Review |
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Hospitality News
First Guests expected in new Pokrovka Hotel. London restaurateur has novel approach to building Russian business. Hotel Baltschug Kempinski adopts vodka. Renaissance Hotel summer terrace opens
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Concerto of Creativity
One peek at the menu and it is clear that Concerto will not be an ordinary Italian dining experience.
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Out and About |
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Prince Robert Visits Moscow
Prince Robert of Luxembourg visited Moscow at the end of May.
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Fusion of Art and Cuisine
Cafe des Artistes is garnering an artistic reputation under the guidance of director Dolf Michel.
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Shopaholics’ Lunch
Value Retail and Vogue Russia held an “intimate lunch” to celebrate the launch of the Russian edition of The Shopaholic’s Guide 2007.
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President’s Golf Cup
Le Meridien Moscow Country Club hosted the 14th annual President’s Golf Cup on the 31st of May.
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Stars Go out in Mercedes
Classical Mercedes cars participated in a rally on Moscow roads for the third time on May 19th.
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Kate Me or Hate Me
From May 31 until June 4 Moscow Art Center (in Neglinnaya) hosted an original exhibition “Kate me or Hate me”.
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The Effect of Presence
Natalia Kolesova a journalist, theatre and ballet critic is herself now a legend.
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