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this world. That pinch of inspiration.
pinch magazine
Let us wake you up from this January slumber. We’d like to start the New Year off with a drum roll please and maybe add a little red carpet and trumpet fanfare too….because the reason for all this fuss is we just unveiled PINCH magazine – our brand new entirely digital travel and lifestyle magazine. You may ask, what’s the ‘pinch’ all about? Well, the crux of the idea is summed up in our snappy little tag line, ‘this world. that pinch of inspiration’. Whether food, style or design be your tipple of choice, we recognize it’s so often a passion or love that drives us to discover new places and experiences. Our aim is to share our insider knowledge and enthusiasm about the world around us by bringing you that PINCH of inspiration to go out and explore.
Each day, we’ll bring you ‘The Daily Pinch’ to get you excited about the places and experiences that are out there waiting. Maybe you like dining out in weird and wonderful restaurants like a London double-decker bus or you might be more interested in the arts or culture perhaps. The seemingly lost days of the vinyl record are rediscovered in hidden treasure troves from New York to Reykjavik. A simple walk can turn into an art gallery along the streets of Taichung or join us in shouting from the roof tops ‘long live the glorious book shop’ as we hop around the world picking out the greatest book stores around.
So, we’d love you to join us in lusting after new experiences by checking into PINCH magazine and……if you want to make any of the inspiring PINCH editorials a reality this year, then do not worry the cavalry is here. Well Black Tomato is here actually, ready and waiting to create the most amazing 2012 trip, however niche your interests and passions may be…
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- santa clause is coming to town
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It’s here, DECEMBER… it’s now ok to let your excitement for Christmas known to the world. Crack out your Christmas reindeer jumper’s, Santa Clause is coming to town.
Until 6th December, Japanese Film Festival, Milocrorze, Hoytz, Melbourne.
Until 6th May 2012, Storytelling in Japanese Art, Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York. Unfurling a Thousand Years of Gods, Demons and Romance.
Until 3rd March 2012, Matisse: Drawing Life, GoMA, Brisbane, Australia. More than 300 pieces by the old master, focusing on his drawings, prints and illustrated books.
Unitl 22nd January, Kevin Roche: Archtitecture as Environment, Mueseum of the City of New York. New York sites attributed to the 89-year-old architect Kevin Roche are the focus of this exhibition of his work.
Monday 5th December, Kurt Vile, Northcote Social Club, Melbourne. With Twerps and Montero.
Monday 5th December, The Design Files Open House, Fitzroy, Melbourne. Until Dec 4th
Monday 5th December, Amy Winehouse Lioness Released. The late songstresses posthumous album.
Tuesday 6th December, Iceage, Corsica Studios, London. Gig of the week from the Danish punk rock band
Wednesday 7th December, The Mystery of Appearance, Huanch of Venison, London. Haunch of Venison take a fresh look at a group of ten artists and the influential works they produced in the second half of the twentieth century. Including Francis Bacon and David Hockney. Until 18th February
Thursday 8th December, Yelle, Webster Hall, New York. The French pop sprite performs for all the Manhattan Francophiles.
Friday 9th December, The Chocolate Festival, Southbank Centre, London. Until 11th December. The Southbank turns Willy Wonka with a free weekend festival of all things chocolate.
Saturday 10th December, The Royal Ballet: The Nutcracker, Royal Opera House. The Christmas classic, until January 18th.
Saturday 10th December, Azealia Banks, Koko, London. Annie Mac presents music from hotly tipped New Yorker, Azealia Banks and Azari & III.
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ebay
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This is the week of the pop-ups, with pop-ups, well, popping up everywhere. Pop. Pop. Pop.
Until 22nd December, Ryan McGinley: Wandering Comma, Alison Jacques Gallery, London. Photography exhibition. Unpredictable and spontaneous, McGinley has a vision that it almost cinematic.
Until January 15th, Gert and Uwe Tobias, Maureen Paley Gallery, London. Exhibition of Romanian-born twins, Gert and Uwe Tobias’ collaborative paintings, woodcuts, ceramics and collages.
Until January 7th, Michael Wolf, Flowers Gallery, Kingsland Road, London. Michael Wolf offers up big-small studies of sociological compactness.
Monday 28th November, Unknown Mortal Orchestra, XOYO, London. Gigi of the week.
Monday 28th November, Hunter S.Thompson Double Bill, Lexi Cinema, London. Immerse yourself in a double dose of Gonzo.There’ll be plenty of rum and other assorted liquor on offer.
Tuesday 29th November, Underground Film Club, Roundhouse, London. Underground Film Club is the exciting new unique subterranean film experience from the creators of this summers No.1 outdoor screening blockbuster the Rooftop Film Club. Showing tonight, Big. Check the website for other listings.
Tuesday 29th November, Last Tuesday Society Xmas Special, RAOB GAB (The Buffalo Club), Melbourne. The Last Tuesday Society Xmas Special brings yuletide greetings from The Suitcase Royale, The List Operators, The Sisters Grimm, Slow Clap, Bron Batten,Telia Nevile, The Dutch Courage Choir and Victoria Heally.
Wednesday 30th November, Movember Comedy Gala Night: Paul Mal Barbara, Arts Theatre, London. A wonderful evening of hilarious comedy, with Nina Conti, and the viral hit of the hapless trio, “Paul, Mal and Barbara” in their great live show, “A Royal Mess”.
Thursday 1st December, Ebay Pop-Up Store, Oxford Circus, London. Ebay launch their pop-up store today just in time for Christmas.
Thursday 1st December, Pop-up Swedish Ski Lodge, The Well, Clerkenwell, London. The ultimate après-ski experience, go underground and discover a Nordic wonderland of fake furs, glittery reindeers and party poppers that ping from the fir Christmas trees.
Saturday 3rd December, Other Voices, Dingle, Ireland. The esoteric music festival celebrates its 10th birthday. Until 7th December.
Sunday 4th December, Jungle Baroque Pop-Up Dinner, Shoreditch Studios, London. Another event celebrating the guerrilla dining revolution.
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the long table, dalston roof top
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Calling all flat-pack lovers, this week’s Hot List is for you… see Sunday.
Until 31st December, New York, New York! The 20th Century, Katonah Muesum of Art, New York. This exhibition celebrates the city as artistic muse through paintings, photographs, and sculptures.
Until 27th November, Japanese Film Festival, Event Cinemas, Sydney, Australia.
Until 17th December, Gertrude Studios 2011 exhibition opening, Gertrude Contemporary, Melbourne. Amazing contemporary art exhibition.
Until 10th December, Laith McGregor Exhibition, Ryan Renshaw Gallery, Brisbane. Amazing drawings all painstakingly done with biro.
Until 27th November, Hola Mexico Film Festival, Mercury Cinema, Brisbane. Documentaries, comedies and grand dramas.
Monday 21st November, Kate Bush, 50 Words For Snow. New album out today.
Tuesday 22nd November, Skate at Somerset House, Somerset House, London. Presented by Tiffany & Co.
Tueesday 22rd November, Photovoice 2011, The Thomson Reuters Building, London. PhotoVoice Auction of Exceptional Photographs showcasing a unique collection of world class prints from photography legends, contemporary masters and emerging talent.
Wednesday 23rd November, Onedotzero Festival, BFI Southbank. Presenting the world’s most innovative audio-visual festival. Until 27th November.
Wednesday 23rd November, Zola Jesus, Heaven, London. Gig of the week from the Russian American songstress.
Thursday 24th November, Yuck, Electric Ballroom, London. Runner-up gig of the week.
Friday 25th November, Shutterspeed presents Kabul Kids, ICE Parramatta, Sydney. Exhibition showcasing the results of several photography workshops undertaken by orphaned children of war-torn Afghanistan. Until 1st December.
Friday 25th November, The Long Table, Dalston Rooftop, London. East London’s first ever night time food market. Visitors will be able to sample a large variety of different international cuisines while engaging in a communal space. Every Friday night from 6pm until Christmas.
Saturday 26th November, Twin Peaks UK Festival, Riverside Studios, London. David Lynch coffee, donuts and cherry pies.
Sunday 27th November, Ikea Sleepover, London. 100 lucky flat pack fans will get the chance to spend the night in the Ikea Lakeside store, just outside of East London. Expect mugs of hot cocoa, bedtime stories and “special celeb guests”. To apply for a bed go to facebook.com/IKEAUK.
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thai spices
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Can’t live without organic sea salt or wasabi powder to sprinkle on your favorite dish? Well, we’ve discovered the newest trend in travel kits and it comes in four mouth-watering flavors. Flight 001’s latest arrival is a foodie’s lifesaver with organic spice and herb kits that you can slip into your carryon or overnight duffle. If you’ve got a palate for Indian, Thai, or Mexican cuisine, you’re in luck with nine delightful toppings to go.
A pinch of sea salt or curry powder will certainly dress up you’re run of the mill chicken dinner while you’re away on business—no late night snacking necessary. We love it even just for our day-to-day lunches, whether we want cinnamon in our morning coffee, or a piece of ginger to ditch the late-lunch garlic breath. Your bag has just gotten a little bit more exciting than a granola bar.
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london jazz festival
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A ghost story festival, the biggest liar competition and a splendid array of musical and film delights. Take a look at this weeks hot list…
Until 14th January, Paul McCarthy Exhibition, Hauser & Wirth, London. The centrepiece to this must-see exhibition is Pig Island, an installation of an artist’s studio littered with paint cans, fast-food boxes and replica body parts.
Until 20th November, London Jazz Festival, various venues in London until the 20th November.
Until 8th January, Pipilotti Rist, Eyeball Massage, Hayward Gallery, London. Videos, sculptures and installations spanning Pipilotti’s career from the 1980s to the present day. Sexy and full of life.
Monday 14th November, Future Shorts, Hackney Picturehouse, London. Celebrating community, creativity and connectivity, this global event showcases some of the best short films from around the world.
Tuesday 15th November, The Gathering Goddess, The Summerhouse, London. Pop-up vintage event in the nautically themed Summerhouse on the side of canal at Little Venice.
Tuesday 15th November, Washed Out, Under the Arches, Strand, London. Gig of the week from the lo-fi funk wizards.
Wednesday 16th November, The Snowman, REP, Birmingham. Live stage show of this Christmas Classic.
Wednesday 16th November, Terence Conran, The Way We Live Now, Design Museum, London. Latest exhibition from the renowned designer.
Wednesday 16th November, Soundtrack International Festival, London. The international Film and Music festival. Until 20th November.
Wednesday 16th November, Soundtrack Film Festival, Cardiff. Music and cinema marry at this intriguing festival, featuring mock documentary “jazz chess” starring Chilly Gonzales, Tiga and Peaches. What a combo. Until 20th November.
Thursday 17th November, Cinecity Brighton Film Festival, Brighton, UK. Representing the best of Britain’s avant garde Until 4th December.
Thursday 17th November, The World’s Biggest Liar Competition, Holmrock, UK. Created in homage to 19th century publican Will Ritson. Top prize is a life time’s supply of corn plasters.
Friday 18th November, Twilight All-Nighter, BFI, London. Marathon screening of the Twilight saga to celebrate the release of Breaking Dawn Part 1.
Friday 18th November, RCA Secret 2011, Royal College of Art, London. It’s the 18th year of this worthy annual fundraiser. The artists behind each of it’s 2,800 postcard sized artworks remain anonymous until they have been purchased for the handsome sum of £45. Until 26th November.
Friday 18th November, Crunch 2011, Hay-On-Wye. Cultural onslaught of music, cabaret and comedy. Various venues until 20th November.
Saturday 19th November, The Alt. Halifax Ghost Story Festival, Crossley Gallery, UK. Spooky readings, discussions and screenings.
Saturday 19th November, Ice At The Tower, London. Ice skating Torvill and Dean style at the Tower of London. Until 8th January 2012.
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sylvia plath's drawings
So the bangs are over for another year, but there’s still plenty of sparkly stuff going on this week to brighten up those wintery days. Take a look-see.
Until 8th November, Shoes For Show: The Sculptural Art of High Heels, Old Truman Brewery, London. Features pieces from the archive of Daphne Guinness and famous pairs such as Louboutin’s eight inch swarovski ballet pumps.
Until 17th November, Sylvia Plath’s Drawings, Mayor Gallery, London. Beautiful drawings of everyday objects by one of the twentieth century’s most famous poets.
Until 25th November, Comica Festival, Various Venues, London. The London international comics festival show-caseing British and international comics through exhibitions, talks a club night and film screenings.
Until 8th January 2012, Natural History Museum Ice Rink, London.
Monday 7th November, We don’t Speak Mexican, The Book Club, London. One of Mexico’s most vibrant dates in the calendar. Death is celebrated amid a frenzy of face paint, home-made altars, and delicious food. At We Don’t Speak Mexican there’ll be a screening of the animation Hasta Los Huesos/Down to the Bone, and a pop quiz on Spanish phrases.
Monday 7th November, Ryan Gosling Double Bill, Riverside Studios, London. Double whammy of dreamy Gosling the God. Blue Valentine, followed by Drive.
Monday 7th November, Leonardo Di Vinci: Painter at the court of Milan, National Gallery, London. The first of its kind anywhere in the world, this exhibition is most complete display of Leonardo’s surviving paintings ever held. Until 5th February 2012
Tuesday 8th November, Mazzy Star, Through The Devil, Slowly, Softly out today. Hope Sandoval’s long awaited return to the world of music after an absence of ten years.
Tuesday 8th November, Young Turks & The Clove Club, Ten Bells, London. The Young Turks and Clove Club are responsible for some of the best gastronomic events of the past year, today see the launch of their new three-month residency at The Ten Bells in Shoreditch.
Wednesday 9th November, Christopher Hitchens x Stephen Fry, Southbank Centre, London. Too unwell to travel, the formidable Hitchens will appear by satellite link in conversation with fellow erudite, Stephen Fry, on topics of politics, religion and death.
Wednesday 9th November, Hidden Heroes: The Genius of Everyday Things, Science Museum, London. A look a 36 everyday things we simply can’t live without.
Wednesday 9th November, Balance Photography Exhibition, Lo and Behold Gallery, London. Collection of images from Sophie Schorr-Kon, documenting the double lives lead by musicians, promoters and artists who must work day jobs to fund their passions.
Thursday 10th November, Carnaby Street Christmas Lights, London. Switching on of this years lights, the theme is that of the message of love and happiness.
Thursday 10th November, Reasons to Be Pretty, Third part in Neil LaBute’s trilogy of plays about our perception of beauty. Starring Billie Piper.
Friday 11th November, Royal Manuscripts: The Genius of Illumination, British Library, London. The British Library’s unique collection of medieval and Renaissance illuminated manuscripts, collected by the kings and queens of England over 800 yearsUntil March 2012
Saturday 12th November, The Manchester Connection 1976-1992, The Movie Poster Art Gallery, London. Original artefacts from Manchester’s music and design renaissance. Until 25th November 2011
Saturday 12th November, Reindeer Petting, Covent Garden, London. Ho!-Ho!-Ho!. Merry Christmas.
Sunday 13th November, Vintage Wonderland, The Urdang, Old Finsbury Hall, London. As well as vintage clothes there will be antique film and travelling posters, a salon, a tea room and a fragrance creator.
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nantucket
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Thirty miles south of Cape Cod, tucked away like a secret lies the queen bee of the northeast. The appeal of Nantucket island is lucid; cobblestone streets, delectable clam chowder, rope walk restaurants, and old shingled cottages cloaked in ivy. Here, real island-goers refuse to retire their Roadster bikes and the concept of TV is lost.
Covering a whopping 303 square miles, the exclusivity of this island has people pining away for a flight or quick rental. Trying to plan a trip a week ahead of time? Think again; flights are booked, and the ferry runs on its own dime. Unless, of course, you come with us during the off months. In autumn, the air is crisp, oak trees paint the town with fiery red leaves, and cranberries are ripe. Bring your tallest rain boots to wade through the bogs and bumpy roads of the Moors, or off road on the long stretch of beach to Great Point for blue fishing, as the lighthouse pierces thick evening fog just above your head.
The houses though, are the real gems of this place, shingled gray with creaky wooden floors, and they’ve been around since early settlers butchered and hunted mammoth scragg whales close to shore. Unearth the very houses that were once inhabited by seamen and coated in blubber. These narrow staircases hold onto gripping American tales that won’t be told in a museum. Join us this fall for a real tour of Nantucket, and don’t forget your copy of Moby Dick… a rainy day won’t seem so bad anymore.
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Alice In Wonderland
This week October rolls into November. And you know that means, remember, remember the 5th of November, that’s what. This bonfire weekend the sky will be beautifully on fire with the dance of the multiple firework explosions happening throughout the land.
Ongoing:
V&A’s Photography Gallery, V&A, London, draw upon the V&A’s internationally renowned collection of photographs, the Photography Gallery chronicles the history of photography from 1839 up to the 1960s.
Until 20th November, Merge Festival, London. Art, performance and music on Bankside.
Until 31st October, Art Toronto, Canada’s premier fair for modern and contemporary art.
Until 11th December, Real Venice, Somerset House, London. In this exhibition fourteen internationally renowned artists have created a series of meaningful and original photographic images of Venice.
This Week:
Monday 31st October, Vinegar Knickers, Hens & Chinkens Theatre, London. Made up of Samantha Baines, Katie Burnetts and Harriet Fisher, Vinegar Knickers present their new show ‘Sketchy Beast’ which promises to be a ‘dark, witty sketch show that’s bursting with shockingly observational comedy to suit all blood types.’
Monday 31st October, Bonnie & Clyde at the BFI, London, It’s the film that made Faye Dunaway famous; and its bloody imagery, snappy editing and candid view of sex changed Hollywood films forever.
Monday 31st October, Wunderbar Festival, Newcastle Upon Thyne. High jinks meets highbrow at this festival delivering installations, performances and games that focus on breaking down the artist-audience boundary. Until 7th November.
Tuesday 1st November, Oxford Street Christmas Lights, London. Switched on this year by the Saturdays.
Tuesday 1st November, Wallace and Gromit’s Grand Appeal. Auction of Wallace and Gromit drawings for charity. Until 10th November.
Wednesday 2nd November, Dialogue Festival, London. Three venues, four days, five themes. A brand new festival to celebrate the spoken word.
Wednesday 2nd November, World Architecture Festival, Barcelona. The annual event for architects and lovers of architecture alike, worldwide. Until 4th November.
Wednesday 2nd November, Ana Tijoux at Favela Chic, London. The talented Latin American hip hop star makes her UK debut.
Thursday 3rd November, Cut & Splice Festival, ICA, London. A four-day festival of music, sound and avant-garde noise. The festival explores the work of international composer groups, Grupat and Wandelweiser.
Thursday 3rd November, Melora Griffis: Wings and Murmurs, at 551, New York. 571 Projects presents Melora Griffis: Wings and Murmurs, an exhibition of new oil paintings and paintings on paper. Until Friday 16th December
Thursday 3rd November, Aesthetica Short Film Festival, York, UK, The Aesthetica Short Film Festival is a celebration of independent film from across the world. Selected films last up to 25 minutes, and span across all possible genres, from Animation, through Comedy, to Drama. Until 6th November.
Friday 4th November, Folkestone Book Festival, UK. With Radio 4’s Nicolas Parsons, Johnny Ball, Barry Cryer and Tristram Hunt to name a few. Until 12th November.
Friday 4th November, Aldeburgh Poetry Festival. Until 6th November.
Friday 4th November, Alice In Wonderland Exhibition, Tate Liverpool.
Saturday 5th-6th, Eyeworks Festival of Experimental Animation, Chicago. A festival focusing on abstract animation and unconventional character animation, celebrating animated moving images that express unusual vision, unusual approaches, and unusual style. Until 6th November
Saturday 5th, Victoria Park Fireworks Display, Victoria Park, London.
Sunday 6th November, Suspense London Puppetry Festival , London. Over 10 days a range of performances, masterclasses and symposia take place at venues across the capital, all programmed for adults.
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creamfields 2011
For those with the disposition to party, where to next? Creamfields Fesitval, Buenos Aires. Yes Please.
Summer is well and truly over and so it’s time to look overseas for sun-kissed summer fiestas. Creamfields, Buenos Aires is the hot ticket and the line up for the November 12th festival does not disappoint. This year, David Guetta, Groove Armada, Sven Vath, Jamie Jones, Gui Boratto and Booka Shade are amongst the eclectic list of disc jockeys. If there was any place in the world other than Ibiza that excretes a free spirited party vibe, then Argentina gets the vote.
Unlike Creamfields over in the UK, the Beunos Aires festival only lasts for one day and night, starting at 5pm and going on into the early hours of the morning. But fret not, there are countless after parties to head onto and a wide selection of club nights to attend for the rest of your stay in the city. Crobar, Voodoo Motel, Kika and Cocoliche are amongst some of our favourites.
The food is incredible too…
Home to world-class gastronomy, Beunos Aires has something to suit every palate, whether it be steak, sushi or Italian you will experience food and wine fit for a king. La Cabrera restaurant in Palermo is one of our all time favourite dining spots, they serve extra large portions of expertly prepared beef, grilled with a few sprigs of rosemary or sage. While waiting eagerly at the door the waiters serve champagne, the perfect beginning to your culinary adventure.
Shop till you drop….
When it comes to shopping in the city you are in for a pleasant surprise. For creative and unique designs from the top Argentine fashion houses, funky home accessories and original modern art head to hip Palermo; or if it’s more traditional momentos that you’re after, try the weekend craft markets of San Telmo or Recoletta.
A little tip- When you spend at least $70 in a shop make sure you ask “tienen Tax Free”? Most stores that participate in this refund system will have a sticker in their window. Along with your receipt you will be given a refund cheque to fill out. Make sure that you claim your tax back when you head to the airport for your flight home.
And when you want to have a little rest….
Legado Mitico Hotel in Palermo is our all time favourite boutique hotel. Each of the eleven spacious rooms is devoted to an emblematic figure from Argentine history, including liberator Jose de San Martin, tango genius Carlos Gardel and former first lady Eva Peron. Located within close proximity to many of the cities fine dining experiences, wine bars and shopping Legado Mitico creates a perfect home from home, providing all that is required for a really fantastic stay.
Words by Katrina Mowbray, Latin America Consultant, Black Tomato
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