Wow what a year! How time has flown since the publication of our summer Journal and it’s certainly been an action packed few months for the team globally. Kicking off our busy event schedule was a 3 day trip to LA in mid-October with world renowned luxury brand Salvatore Ferragamo, who flew a team of Total Access Lifestyle Managers from both New York and London to provide lifestyle management services and logistics for the Ferragamo Family, press, celebrities, models and friends of the brand. The team were on hand to deliver a bespoke dedicated concierge service along with our events team assisting with the production of their The Inaugural Gala. With some of the biggest stars in Hollywood coming out to support the evening. Running straight into November, our team moved away from fashion and into technology, assisting a four day Tech Summit in New York with a series of VIP dinners, parties and conferences. Next stop, Paris for an intimate dinner hosted at RECH and swiftly back to New York where our US team were on hand producing this year’s New York Stage & Film 2013 Winter Gala held at the stunning Plaza. 24 hours later and back in London our UK team were onsite at the ME Hotel for the Global Gift Gala hosted by actress and

philanthropist Eva Longoria. The evenings’ highlight was Victoria Beckham onstage offering a personal fitting on a dress from her latest collection in her London studio that raised a £40,000 donation. It doesn’t stop there, event six and our team were at the Roundhouse for The SeriousFun London Gala held on December the 3rd, after nine months, with our team working on full production and bringing the event together from start to finish. The evening saw Keira Knightley, James Blunt, Kate Nash, Topol and Roger Daltrey take to the stage in support of this incredible foundation. Total Management were delighted to be able to get behind this worthy cause with its first London event and assist in raising an incredible £620,000 exceeding the vision and expectation for the charities first year in London, which was a personal highlight for our entire team. Turning our attentions away from charity and back to fashion, Total Management teamed up with Burberry for our first collaboration together where we invited our clients to preview the new Burberry collection before it hit the shop floors whilst sipping champagne. Finally we end our series of events back in New York City where our US team are managing the British American

Business annual luncheon at the stunning Pierre Hotel Ballroom. Despite an incredibly busy 3 months of events our team have also been working on other exciting projects and partnerships, including our expansion into the Middle East with a fourth office opening in Dubai,corporate bespoke travel initiatives for top clients in Hong Kong and our collaboration with luxury camping accommodation providers The Pop-Up Hotel. After the Christmas break our hospitality team will be kicking off the New Year with a busy event calendar for our UK team including Brit Awards, BAFTA’s, London Fashion Week and over stateside we will be at the Oscars, Golden Globes and Grammy Awards over seeing some of the hottest parties in town! As we wind down on an incredible year, we have seen our team expand across all our offices and it’s been an exciting year all round which is all down to the dedication and hard work from an outstanding team. Lastly, I want to thank our clients and partners for their continued loyalty and wish everyone a very happy and restful holiday season. Foreword by CEO & FounderNatasha Thomas

The Who’s, Roger Daltrey performing at SeriousFun London Gala

Salvatore Ferragamo ‘A Hollywood Legacy’

66th Cannes Film Festival review

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leading lifestyle and event management company

Glamping just got more Glamorous

Total Management and The Pop-Up Hotel Partnership

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Recent Productions

Latest events produced by Total Management

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December 2013

Happy Holidaysfrom everyone at total management

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‘a hollywood legacy’

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an evening with burberry

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recent productions

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sALvAtore FerrAgAmo ‘A HoLLywood LegAcy’Total Management partner with Salvatore Ferragamo

Nicole Richie on the red carpet

Charlize Theron

Alessandra Ambrosio

Total Management and it’s Lifestyle Management team ‘Total Access’ assisted fashion brand and famous shoe designer to the stars, Salvatore Ferragamo, with dedicated concierge while based across three different hotels. The team facilitated and organised 250 of Ferragamo’s top press, models, celebrities, friends of the brand and owners for seven regions globally (with guests attending from nearly all continents).

The Ferragamo Family, A list celebrities, press and friends of the brand congregated in the Hollywood Hills for a 3 day schedule of photo shoots, events and ultimate luxury and glamour with the assistance of Total Access. From looking after hotel bookings, top dining reservations, luxury on ground transportation, giftbags, dress fittings, styling and personal guest services our team were kept busy supporting 200 VIP guests of various regions globally including the USA, Asia Pacific, Japan and Europe. Our team provided a dedicated concierge service complete with full Los Angeles guide pooling our contacts and networks within the city to ensure that all guest logistics were handled seamlessly.

(L-R) Gavin Rossdale, Gwen Stefani & Josh Duhamel

Demi Moore Amy AdamsSalvatore Ferragamo Pop-up store

Kevin Spacey Jason Bateman and guests

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The 16th October saw Salvatore Ferragamo host a private and intimate VIP dinner at the performing Arts Centre teasing guests for the official Launch on the 17th. It’s no surprise the hugely anticipated opening pulled in some of the biggest names from around the Globe to support.

The opening Celebrities in attendance at the WACPA Gala included: Kelly Sawyer, Olympia Scarry, Kevin Spacey, Caroline Seiber, Charlize Theron, Paz Vega, Demi Moore, Dev Patel, Frieda Pinto, Tim Robbins, Gavin Rossdale, Gwen Stefani, Karolina Kurkova, Diane Lane, Jessica Hart, Abbie Cornish, Poppy Delevingne, Nicole Richie, Alessandra Ambrosio, Amy Adams, Courtney Cox, Camilla Belle, Maria Bello, Rachel Zoe and many more in a stunning array of Salvatore Ferragamo gowns.

Rachel Zoe

Jodie Foster

Courtney Cox

Sidney Poitier and guests

John Lithgow

(L-R) Gwen Stefani, Rachel Zoe & Nicole Richie

the event in numbers

220hotel rooms

booked

52beauty

appointments 1yorkshire terrier

booked onto first class

293car transfers

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gLAmPIng JUst got more gLAmoroUs

Total Management and The Pop-Up Hotel Partnership

Total Management are thrilled to be collaborating with luxury accommodation and ‘experiential’ specialist, The Pop-Up Hotel, at a number of top events for 2014.

Offering guests the ultimate VIP hospitality for sporting, music and cultural events nationally, the partnership offers clients the best access together with bespoke accommodation and amenities.

The Pop-Up Hotel utilise unconventional forms of hotel rooms to create a stimulating environment in which guests can enjoy their surroundings in comfort yet also allowing easy access to location around them. Guests can stay in unique accommodation and enjoy some of the benefits you might expect from a hotel, including comfortable and snuggly bedding, lighting, toiletries and access to private amenities such as luxury showers, make-up parlour, restaurant, bar and preferential dining and spa reservations.

Kicking off the festival season will be Glastonbury in Somerset, where guests will be transported into a canvas paradise and have accommodation choices including stunning Yurts, Luxury 4 bedroom tent house suites to state of the art RV’s complete with their very own butler service. Combine this with access to exclusive event areas, guests are set for an unforgettable 5 days with every detail of luxury considered. Not ones to miss out on all the fun, the Total Management team will be on hand to assist guests on arrival, to ensure a seamless check-in.

The concept is fast spreading globally to exciting locations all over the world, including tropical paradises and safari retreats, combining the thrill and romance of camping in stunning surroundings with once in a life time bespoke experiences and some of the services you might expect from a boutique hotel.

Other events at the top of the calendar this summer include; V Festival taking place in Weston Park and the Ryder Cup taking place in Gleneagles, so whether you are a festival goer or golfing enthusiast there’s plenty going on this summer to entertain all ages and interests.

room types

Insight into accommodation options

classic

Features:- Full linens including duvets and pillows

- Room lighting- Towels and toiletries for every guest

- Carpeted floor- Full height aero queen double mattresses

superior

Features:- Frame bed with memory foam mattress

- Hanging clothes storage- Power supply

- Sofa- Private wooden porch with deckchairs

suite

Features:- En-suite bathroom with toilet, hot water,

shower & basin- Rug strewn wooden floor

- King size or twin beds with real mattresses- Covered front deck with deckchairs

- Full length mirror

tenthouse suite

Features:- Up to 4 fully furnished bedrooms to sleep

8 comfortably- Full sized beds and bedding

- 2 Bathrooms with shower, flushing toilet and basin

- Butler service for “in house dining”

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new york stage and film winter gala

Total Management were delighted to come on board as the new event coordination team for the New York Stage and Film Annual Winter Gala.

With a 6 month buildup of planning and logistics the night was one of the biggest and most successful yet, with tables selling out a week before the event. The Plaza ballroom once again set the scene for a decadent evening of champagne, dinner and incredible musical performances from Peter Gallagher, Lin-Manuel Miranda, and Anika Noni Rose. Alongside these were moving and empowering speeches given by Business Honouree, Anne Tatlock and Artistic Honouree Stanley Tucci as to the significant and distinctive role New York Stage and Film plays in the development of new plays and talent for the American theatre by providing a platform for a diverse group of artists free from critical and commercial pressures. Now entering its 30th season, SAF has established itself as a vital cultural institution for residents of the New York metropolitan region and artists of the world.

Total Management assisted in curating their most successful silent auction to date with the introduction of our friends at iBid. Year one of introducing technology into the event saw a huge rise in the fundraising on the evening, no doubt in part to some of incredible lots donated by our generous partners including; Salvatore Ferragamo, Leading Hotels of the World, Gertrude,

recent ProdUctIonsLatest events produced by Total Management

Madison Square Garden and Sony Pictures to name a few.

As one of New York Stage and Film’s most successful galas, Total Management was thrilled to assist with this fabulous event and look forward to 2014.

SeriousFun London Gala

Artistic Honouree, Stanley Tucci

Julianna Margulies and Keith Lieberthal

Steve Buscemi and Jo Andres

Peter GallagherOliver Platt

Bill PullmanJennifer Westfeldt

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appnexus summit new york 2013

With the 2013 New York summit attracting a greater audience than previous years, attendance was bigger and better than ever before. Total Management were on hand to assist with all the hospitality and entertaining needs throughout the summit, from organising the intimate VIP dinner for 40 top executives to the 400 strong after party following the main conference. The VIP dinner was held at the spectacular and highly esteemed Lafayette restaurant on The Lower East Side. The private dining room was adorned with heavy church candles, autumnal flowers and dark, moody lighting with a focus on the orangey tones that are the crux of the AppNexus branding. Guests enjoyed rustic canapés served in oversized copper pans and wooden boards and cocktails on arrival followed by a seasonal three course dinner was served with perfectly matched wines selected by the in house sommelier. The evening was rounded off with specially made macaroon gift boxes created by the pastry chef. Lafayette provided the perfect backdrop for a

Following the success of last year’s event, the Global Gift Gala once again hit the ME by Melia Hotel on the Strand for their fourth London Gala all in aid of raising significant funds for the Eva Longoria Foundation, Caudwell Children’s Charity, Philippines Typhoon Haiyan and BBC’s Children In Need.

The star studded event, hosted by Meghan Markle and Oliver Cheshire, showcased how celebrity and philanthropy walk hand in hand to pay tribute to those that support and foster awareness for children and the empowerment of women worldwide. The red carpet was graced by many familiar faces including, Victoria Beckham, Pixie Lott, Thierry Henry, Edgar Davids, Nicole Scherzinger, Thom Evans, Vanessa White, Amelle Berrabah, Tana Ramsey, Michelle Gayle and members of the Strictly Come Dancing cast.

Drinks, canapés and a full 4 course meal flowed, with special performances and speeches from Bruce Baps, John Caudwell, Eva Longoria and Nichole Scherzinger. Everyone grouped together in order to help raise awareness and significant funds for worthy causes.

global gift gala, london

sophisticated yet relaxed evening allowing guests to enjoy the atmosphere of this Parisian bistro while maximising the networking potential offered by AppNexus’s guest list. Jay Z’s 40/40 Club provided the perfect after party setting, entertaining over 400 industry professionals from across the world. The exclusive club provided the perfect blank canvas to showcase both AppNexus and their sponsors with bespoke cocktails, branded soft furnishings and digital displays. With an extensive waiting list for entry, the party was a hotly anticipated event and encouraged a phenomenal turn out and buzzing atmosphere – the perfect end to a busy and exciting week. Total Management was on hand throughout the week of events to ensure smooth running of all aspects including guest lists, entertainment, hospitality and guest check in. With a strong relationship between AppNexus and Total Management in place, New York was another fantastic success and we can only look forward to the London event next summer!

Lafayette, Private Dinner40/40 Club

Meghan Markle and Oliver Cheshire

Nicole Scherzinger(L- R) Nicole Scherzinger, Eva Longoria

and Victoria Beckham

Thierry Henry andEdgar Davids

Victoria Beckham

Sarah-Jane Crawford

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seriousfun london gala

On 3rd December 2013, London hosted the first European SeriousFun Children’s Network Gala at the Iconic Roundhouse, Camden. It was a night for over 500 supporters and guests to kick back and “raise a little hell!”

SeriousFun Children’s Network was founded by actor and Philanthropist Paul Newman in 1988, SeriousFun Network is a growing community of 30 camps and programs serving children with serious illnesses and their families, always free of charge.

After walking the tree lined blue carpet, the evening began with a Champagne reception and canapés whilst overlooking the stunning dinner area, tented stage and beautifully decorated woodland tables. The evening was hosted and narrated by ‘The Campers’ who stole the show with their charming playfulness and light-hearted jokes. The campers ranged from 9 to 18 years old and their absolute love for camp shone throughout the evening. British beauty Keira Knightley and French actor François Cluzet friends of the charity supported the evening and both read a letter from a camper’s parent reminding the attendees of the real meaning of the event.

Kate Nash performed her new acoustic rendition of ‘Silent Night’ alongside her chart topper ‘Foundations’. Barretstown camper Joyce, who tragically lost one of her siblings to a serious illness, performed a song she wrote which moved the audience to a standing ovation which lasted what felt like 10 minutes! The live auction broke up the jam-packed entertainment with a spontaneous appearance from Israelian actor and theatrical performer Topol, who performed the fiddler on the roof classic ‘If I were a rich man’.

James Blunt impressed the audience with a medley of his new songs, and dedicated his classic ‘You’re Beautiful’ to Keira Knightley who blushed sweetly beside her husband, Klaxon’s singer James Righton.

With the guests replete, entertained and touched, the event concluded with a performance by The Who’s Roger Daltrey who got all the guests up on their feet. Guests left the night with brimming gift bags full of products from, Glossy box, Condenast Magazines, O.P.I Nail varnish, Elemis, Rana Argan Oil, Jo Jo Mama Bebe, Mon Apris, Aspire drinks, Batiste, and Metcalfe’s skinny popcorn.

An impressive £620,000 was raised to support SeriousFun’s camps and programmes around the world, enabling the charity to serve children at no cost to their families and to expand their reach. The experience of camp allows children to escape the fear, pain and isolation of living with illness and, as Paul put it, “raise a little hell.” This idea – taking fun seriously – helps children foster resilience, strength and confidence.

James Blunt performing

Keira Knightly and husband, Klaxons singer James Righton

Kate Nash James Blunt

Roger Daltrey Topol performing ‘If I were a rich man’

Kate Nash performing

Boris Becker and wife, Lilly Kerssenberg

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An evenIng wItH bUrberry

Total Management host a festive event with Burberry

To round off a fantastic year, Total Management celebrated the new Burberry collection in style at their flagship store on Regent’s Street. Total Management clients’ and Total Access members were invited to an exclusive private showcase evening of the beautiful new evening wear collection within the luxury setting of the exquisite new store. Whilst sipping champagne and nibbling canapés, guests had the opportunity to get the full Burberry experience with the aid of an expert personal shopper. The new iconic store is most definitely a much awaited addition to Regent’s Street and Total Management looks forward to hosting more events with Burberry in 2014.

IbIzA 2014Looking forward to 2014 on the White Isle

We’ve been busy working away on the ski season since we last left you. After a few frantic months of organising breathtaking experiences and holidays to Whistler, Niseko Valley and Zermatt to name a few, we are already starting to feel the call for the perfect beach holiday. As always Ibiza is heating up to be one of the places to be and to be seen next year, whether you are looking for a relaxed yoga hideaway retreat or a full swinging party weekend with friends, we have what you need. Once again, when it comes to planning and organising down to the T-otal Access is who to turn too. Whether you need a last minute reservation at one of the sought after beach clubs, the best VIP table in the latest club opening or a private chef for a quiet night in with friends at your villa, we are here to take the stress away from your holiday. And when we say we like to think ahead, that is an understatement. In fact we are already in the know on the most luxurious villas in Ibiza for your 2014 summer get away and the

venues which will be drawing in the crowds. The aim is to get a heads up before everyone else does, as come May the island will already be in full swing. Ensure you have the first pick of the super luxurious and exclusive Ibiza villas; for further information please contact your Account Manager who will be happy to assist.

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goUrmAndTotal Access’s quarterly e-zine which contains an informal but

informative guide to new and featured restaurants with insight from Total Access Account Managers

What to serve at our dinner tables over the festive season is not a matter to be taken lightly. At Total Access we agreed that it was a question only suited to a wine enthusiast par excellence – of these we know of one in particular: Peter Prescott.

For those in the know, Peter is one of London’s leading restaurateurs and has been the right hand man of Sir Terence Conran for many years. Co-founder and owner of the Boundary, Shoreditch’s emblematic establishment, Peter and his team of world renowned sommeliers have gone to great extents to showcase the world’s most fascinating and exiting wines via Château Boundary, a wine club open to enthusiast and amateurs alike.

Here are our tips, directly from the horse’s mouth...

The perfect Christmas Day aperitif is, of course, champagne. Over the last year, there has been a lot of interesting talk and focus on brilliant grower champagnes and if you can find them, I recommend fizz, especially the blanc de blancs, from Larmandier-Bernier or and Agrapart et Fils. Plus, Egly-Ouriet.

NV Egly-Ouriet, Vieillissement Prolongé Grand Cru, Extra Brut ‘This champagne is one of Egly’s top, displaying a pale gold colour, honeysuckle, white roses shine through on the nose. The palate is lively and fresh with characters of peach and white pepper.’

For the first course, which is ideally smoked fish with some soda bread, crab or scallops, you can’t beat white burgundy for a grown-up glass of wine. I’m a big fan of the 2010 vintage and bought quite a lot en primeur – for drinking, not selling. At this early stage in its life, I’d leave the grand cru for a few years, but most of the premier cru and village wines are now in perfect drinking condition. I’d recommend;

wine over the festive season

Peter Prescott’s festive selection

2010 Puligny-Montrachet, Domaine J.L. Chavy, Burgundy, France‘An engaging nose of subtle hints of vanilla, with striking freshness on the palate.’

For the main course, whatever you are eating, you should splash out on a big wine. The five first growths from the 1855 classification of Bordeaux might be a bridge too far, but the Super Seconds are just the ticket. Try;

1995 Château Léoville-Barton, 2ème Cru Classé, St-Julien, Bordeaux, France ‘A Cabernet driven wine with good depth with concentrated blackcurrant fruit. Nice grip on the palate with a well-integrated tannic structure.’

2008 Château Rauzan-Ségla, 2ème Cru Classé, Margaux, Bordeaux, France‘A great example of a second growth and a firm favourite of mine, berry fruit dominates on the nose with the addition of leather and cigar box. The palate is flavoursome with a long a grippy finish.’

As alternative to Bordeaux, head to the Rhone. There are good things to be had from the north and south.

2007 Côte-Rôtie, La Barbarine, M&Y Gangloff, Northern Rhone, France‘A peppery and herbaceous character on the nose. Black olive and hints of berry fruit on the palate. A fine example from the Northern Rhone.’

2009 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Vieille Vigne, Domaine de Marcoux, Southern Rhone, France‘A blend dominated by Grenache and Mourvèdre, has a rich spicy and juicy character with tarred leather.’

The reds will probably see you through the cheese and then you can turn to something sweet. Of course, there is Sauternes and you could also look out for something more interesting such as this unusual Eisween made with Merlot grapes.

2011 Merlot Eiswein, Jonanneshof Reinisch, Thermenregion‘Wild forest fruits dominate on the nose, with a touch of forest honey. Great with Christmas Pudding.’

As you retire to your favourite armchair, a glass of port might do the job. 1970 is my birth year and also my favourite vintage.

1970 Graham’s Vintage‘The palate is very harmonious and elegant; fleshy and seductive on the palate with allspice and nutmeg. Freshly rolled tobacco on the aftertaste, good length and simply great!’

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new openings & perks

New restaurant openings and perks from around the world

NEW OPENING

KINGSIDE, NEW YORK__________

It is time to finally open our culinary minds to the prospect of venturing to West 57th Street… for Kingside has

recently opened. Located in the Viceroy and this place is

seriously cool!

NEW OPENING

N.A.C, LONDON__________

If you are feeling chic and French, head to North Audley Cantine or N.A.C, the new concept restaurant of three young French restaurateurs, where there is no option but to share the small tapas-style dishes and

sip cocktails (Total Access members even get one of their own)

mEmbERS fEEDbACK

N.A.C, LONDON__________

I really liked the restaurant last night. The room is nice and the food was great.

We ordered lots and lots of various small dishes. The truffle mac & cheese

was the standout and we had four portions of this.

NEW OPENING

bO’S, NEW YORK

__________

Flatirons New Orleans’s dinner spot – a funky kitchen and bar with a laid back, chic vibe.With martini cart and crave

fish bar, this is set to be a one stop shop for your Friday night

martini hit.

Total Access Members receive one

exclusive complimentary cocktail

per person (Total Passion) at N.A.C, just ask the barman for details

NEW OPENING

AmEtSA WIth ARzAK

INStRuCtION, LONDON__________

For a taste of the very best in new Basque cuisine, look no further

than Ametsa at The Halkin Hotel.

The Arzak’s are delighted to

offer one complimentary glass of the sommelier’s selection Cava

on arrival per person for Total Access Members.

Berners Tavern, it would seem is to join the ranks of 2013’s most anticipated openings, with the joint forces of Ian Schrager (Edition Hotels) and Jason Atherton, it had the makings of a winner from the outset. (They took over 2000 bookings when they opened their doors). The third restaurant of Jasons’s London collection, Berners Tavern has stepped away from the mould and is decadent, luxurious and oh so British!

The menu is traditional but beautiful, Orkney scallop ceviche and grass fed Baccleuch estate cuts of beef, brunch serves up all the British favourites... The taupes and dusty rose pallets of the walls are adorned with paintings and ornate chandeliers. The smooth curbed booths run throughout the restaurants, giving a curved, relaxed feel as opposed to the straight, streamlined look favoured by many of the modern

review: berners tavern

A new Edition to Jason Atherton’s portfolio

restaurants. The menu is traditional but beautiful, Orkney scallop ceviche and grass fed Baccleuch estate cuts of beef, brunch serves up all the British favourites – mushrooms on toast, eggs benedict and fabulous coffee. The long table that stretches down the front of the dining room is ideal for a breakfast meeting or a leisurely coffee with the papers on a weekend. Berners Tavern is everything you want from a luxurious dinner date or a long boozy lunch on a cold Sunday, it brings back the traditional luxury aspects that make you want to stay forever. As a side note…. if you stay in Edition London, room service is direct from the restaurant, that is one sure way to make you never want to venture outside in the cold.

Harriet Baylis

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Just a mere two and a half hours away from London and there it is – Paris at your door step. It’s time to dust off your best French and let the buckle loose as Total Access has designed the perfect gastro-getaway for a weekend stay.

friDaY

Chateaubriand

Being amongst the best 50 restaurants in the world, Chateaubriand is very much the place to be at the moment. It has been stripped of all the French fine dining connotations and has gone back to the basics in terms of decor. Small, wooden, square tables lined up against banquettes, chequered tiles and a chubby wooden bar sits at the entrance lurking over diners. Certainly à la mode in terms of menu – picky eaters please stir away – as the one-size-fits-all tasting menu is designed for those who are willing to be guided though the contemporary French cuisine.

Chez Prune

Only a 15 minute walk from Chateaubriand, Chez Prune, is the perfect spot for either an apéro or night cap. Enjoy the stroll by Canal St-Martin.

saturDaY

Aux Lyonnaise

A gastro-tour-de-force around Paris would not be fulfilled without a stop by a bistro; any bistro just can’t cut it, an Alan Ducasse one on the

other hand... Here decor and menu take on traditional France but with modern finesse.

Spring

There is a good degree of scepticism when an American opens a restaurant in Paris, yet Head Chef Daniel Rose must have done something right to impress the stuffy restaurant scene that Paris can be. His story is impressive all together; leaving hometown Chicago to train as a professional cook around France, he arrived to Paris to embark on his first venture. One big table and the kitchen just in front of it, it was, to start, a one-man-job he says, ‘cooking and serving at the same time’. Then came along an abandoned skate shop which he took over when business was going just fine for him. An open plan kitchen, a restaurant laid over two floors but the best discovery was yet to be made. As the works in Spring were coming along they came across an ancient cellar beneath the basement floor, today excellent for private wine tastings. Put all of this in prospect of traditional French architecture in the 1st arrondissement and you might just get the picture.

Coming back to the food, well, there is a two month waiting list for a table...we guess this is a hint.

Silencio

Everyone that decides to head to Silencio on a Saturday evening may be forgiven for being slightly intimidated, after all not everyone gets in. To enter the creative hub it’s all a matter of being the perfect fit, and here it is; it’s not about being flashy rather it’s all about being trés cool. Designed by artist and filmmaker David Lynch, the experience for those who make the cut is something quite startling, or so they say...

sunDaY

La Cuisine, Le Royal Monceau

Finish off the weekend in style and head over Le Royal Monceau. La Cuisine offers Michelin star breakfast, and Pierre Hermé macaroons to take back with you. Move on to the Art District, the in-house contemporary art gallery. Their art concierge is there also at your disposal to discuss art, guide and advise on current trends and secure big buys.

Vanessa Cappelli

mix master: garY evans

Interview with Social Eating House Bar Manager, Gary Evans.

What inspired you to walk into the industry?I’d like to say it was to be creative and follow my dream but unfortunately it was because I needed the money and I wanted to impress a girl. I did not impress the girl, but I’m still here 13 years later though so must have done something right! What is it about the London restaurant scene that keeps you excited? I think the amount of talent and diversity in the industry in London is amazing, and the fact that the consumers are so knowledgeable is what makes it such an inviting place to work. You can be incredibly daring with what you’re putting out, and as long as it’s good, there is a market for it. What is your match made in heaven: tell us about your favourite concoction and why it works so well together...Sounds boring but the Negroni. It’s the perfect cocktail – it’s simple, anyone can make it and it’s almost impossible to mess it up. There’s something about the way the sweet vermouth, bitter Campari and strong gin wortk together which is exactly what cocktails should be.

It’s greater than the sum of its parts and that’s all you can ask for.

What was the most wacky invention you came up with?At the Alternative Bar Awards last year I won an award called the ‘Shut up and make me a f**king Negroni’ award for the most ridiculous drink in London. Its tongue in cheek but it is kind of out there – Sotol (organic tequila-type spirit), lemon, carrot, cumin, honey and coriander cress. Still got that award, very proud of it. What cannot be missing in our bar cabinets this winter? I am a massive fan of Somerset Cider brandy. The 10 year is an amazing spirit and it’s something that us British drinkers should be proud of. Fernet Branca; it might taste a bit odd at first but stick with it, it’s a great digestive and one of those tastes that grows on you. Lastly, something to celebrate with, and a nice Scotch will do the trick very nicely thank you. I would suggest Lagavulin 1995 distillers’ edition, which has an additional 6 months in Pedro Ximinez casks to mellow the smoke and peat in the 16 year expression. A bit tough to find but worth seeking out. Which cocktail shall we start the New Year with?Have to be something light after all that partying so I would suggest a Pendennis: gin, lime, bitters and apricot brandy, shake then served straight up.

weekenD guiDe: paris

Weekend guide to Paris for all things foodie

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TO BENEFIT GABRIELLE’S ANGEL FOUNDATION UK

HOSTED BY DENISE RICH, ILONA RICH SCHACHTERAND DANIELLA RICH KILSTOCK

THURSDAY, 7 MAY 20147.00PM TO MIDNIGHT

OLD BILLINGSGATE, LONDON

TO PLACE YOUR RESERVATION CONTACT TOTAL MANAGEMENT:

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GABRIELLE’S ANGEL FOUNDATION FOR CANCER RESEARCH FUNDS THE BEST AND BRIGHTEST SCIENTIFIC INVESTIGATORS WHOSE WORK FOCUSES ON RESEARCH IN THE

FIELDS OF LEUKAEMIA, LYMPHOMA, AND RELATED CANCERS. IN 2011, OUR SISTER CHAPTER, GABRIELLE’S ANGEL FOUNDATION UK WAS FORMED TO FUND SIMILAR

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It has been a busy time for Total Access on both sides of the pond since the last edition of The Journal. Account Managers have been darting back and forth to various events across Europe and the US, sourcing the best there is in luxury lifestyle and travel.

Autumn kicked off with a bang as we jetted off to LA to set up as the on site concierge team for Salvatore Ferragamo at their anniversary event. With clients heading from all over the world, Total Access provided the travel arrangements, transfers, hotels and all their lifestyle needs throughout the event. This phenomenal event encapsulated all that Total Access is about – luxury lifestyle and travel at its most chic!

The Autumn saw us spending the day in Paris utilising our bi-lingual team to put together the best recommendations for a dinner in this beautiful city for a top US based client. In a city where food is the soul, this was no mean feat – the journey took us to tiny wine cellars where the chef both cooks and serves the food to a private tour of Georges as the sun set over the Eiffel tower. After choosing a small Alain Ducasse restaurant Total Access organised a hugely successful dinner with bespoke menus, autumnal floral designs and luxurious Pierre Hermé macaroons gift boxes to take home.

Following a busy summer organising the annual New York summit for a US based client, November saw all our hard work fall into place. With over 400 clients descending on the city to enjoy a week long summit, Total Access was on

hand every step of the way. From preferential rates at hotels across Manhattan, to an exclusive dinner at Lafayette on the Lower East Side. From meetings and events throughout the week to a full blown after party at Jay Z’s 40/40 club, Total Access manned the guest lists, the logistics, the event planning and the hospitality for all their needs and specifications across the city.

As Christmas drew in, we were not to be defeated by a lack of imagination for ways to celebrate. Our team have arranged a private hire of Lapland UK for a child’s Christmas experience, with private husky drawn sleigh rides, ice skating and present giving with the elves. For the adults, there have been private wine tours and sommelier experiences to ensure only the best wines for the festive period. We have interviewed top restaurateurs and sommeliers to ensure our members get only the best recommendations of how to enjoy wine and champagne with all the culinary challenges that Christmas provides. We have continued to source the hottest restaurants in both NYC and London to offer the best spots to celebrate the holiday season and for those wanting to stay in the comfort of their own homes, we have organised canapé parties and catering for a variety of festive needs.

Needless to say it has been a busy, adventurous and fantastic six months – we have covered more ground than we have before

and developed long standing relationships with some fantastic clients and venues.

So for any inspiration or ideas ranging from the perfect dinner spot for two, to entertaining over three hundred clients abroad – we are confident we have it covered!

For more information on becoming a Total Access member, please visit www.totalaccessworldwide.com

THE JOURNAL

Its ALL AboUt tHe AccessHarriet Baylis, Total Access, Senior Lifestyle Manager

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