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Feast or Famine: Laurel Hardware, CA

Since opening six months ago, Laurel Hardware has caused quite a commotion that refuses to simmer down. The Manual says believe the hype and book a table sharpish. Located in an ex-hardware store in West Hollywood, this ‘neighbourhood eatery’ specializes in new American cuisine (anything from yellow corn to grilled flatiron steak) with a sprinkling […]
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January Detox Dishes

It’s January. Now all the final remnants of turkey are gone and the last beer has been drunk, its time to fix up and shake off those ‘soft’ bits with some seriously healthy, seriously tasty food. To make this gruelling prospect as easy as possible- and to avoid any potential rabbit food disasters- The Manual […]
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Grenson: Heritage Research Collection, autumn/winter 2013

When dusting off your faithful pair of nondescript ‘smart shoes’ just won’t cut it anymore, The Manual recommends you look to Grenson’s sublime Heritage Research collection for sartorial footwear that smacks. Established way back in 1866, the esteemed English brand are really good at mixing classical gentlemanly elements, such as eyelets and calf leather lining, […]
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Feast or Famine: Rosemary’s, NYC

New York is known for its revolving door of hot restaurants, but judging by the relentless hype and endless bookings, Rosemary’s is here to stay. Opened by Bobo owner Carlos Suarez back in June, Rosemary’s has already cemented the kind of reputation that every restaurateur dreams of. Thanks to the rooftop garden, which is tended […]
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Treehotel, Sweden

Elevating the concept of a country weekend to a whole new level, The Treehotel provides an achingly cool modern alternative for some quality green time. Located in the midst of the Boreal forest in Sweden, this awe-inspiring concept hotel will blow your mind. Fusing boyhood nostalgia with cutting-edge architecture, each treeroom was born out of […]
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Pendleton E-reader Case

Though book lovers may have rejoiced over the birth of the E-reader, mourning the absence of beautifully designed book covers was kind of inevitable. Fortunately, Portland-based brand Pendleton has come up with an awesome solution. Ideal for the style-conscious man, this expertly crafted E-reader case features a Native American-inspired Cave Creek jacquard outer that will […]