Summer is going by with a blink of an eye, but there’s still time to enjoy unique activities and delicious dining.
Welcome to the Citizen Femme team’s list of things and places to eat, stay, buy, watch and try this August. This is the ultimate inspiration to see you into the new month.
Sheena Bhattessa, Founder
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Gemma Louise Deeks, Contributing Fashion Editor
@gemmalouisedeeks
STAY I’m heading for a long weekend at a new boutique hotel called IZZA in Marrakech. It’s one of my favourite cities so I can’t wait to go back and explore more magic. BUY Addison Ross’ new very fun Twister Salt and Pepper Grinders available in 12 colours. They’re certain to be a conversation starter at dinner parties and make cooking more fun. EAT At WAVE in Hackney, a vegan-everything cafe with an impressive plant-based brunch menu and sunny outdoor terrace. DRINK A Pomello and Elderflower apéritif by POMELLO, perfect for making zesty-weekend cocktails this summer. And if you’re looking for a non-alcoholic refresher, GAIL’s new iced teas are great to slurp too. Darjeeling, Elderflower and Sage Iced Tea is my pick. READ Roxie Nafousi’s Manifest: 7 Steps to Living Your Best Life is a great read for those interested in self development.
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KATIE SILCOX, Deputy Editor
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STAY I’m still making plans, but this hotel in Umbria has caught my eye for its rustic charm and impressive dining options. BUY After much wear and tear, it’s time I invest in new luggage tags. I’ve got my eye on this Smythson Panama Neon version because it will help me identify my suitcase easily on the luggage carousel. EAT At Najma, a new Lebanese restaurant at the Intercontinental London Park Lane. I’m excited to try the spiced beef with hummus and labneh with the taboulleh as a main, and the maamoul for dessert. TRY I’m looking for a summer-scent for my home, and this Paul Smith Sunseeker Candle seems like it will fit the bill well. READ After a month island-hopping in Greece, the Assouline Greek Islands book is a must for my coffee table.
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Lucy Halfhead, Content & Partnerships Director
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STAY Seeing as the British weather is looking gloomy this month, I’m escaping to the dreamy Villa Seburga, just outside the town of Saint-Paul-De-Vence in the South of France, with an infinity pool heated to 30 degrees and incredible views. EAT While I’m in the area, I’ll head for lunch at the Maybourne Riviera’s stylish new beach club, Maybourne La Plage, to feast on lobster pasta and other seafood delights before a dip in the sea. BUY Our fashion editor Gemma’s list of the best beach bags to shop now has got me reaching for my credit card. WATCH Forget the over-hyped Barbie, I can’t wait to see Oppenheimer, not least because of its stellar cast including Cillian Murphy, Florence Pugh and Emily Blunt. BEAUTY I’ve just discovered the LYMA Laser – the beauty set’s at-home tool of choice for tackling wrinkles and improving skin tone. VISIT I’m keeping my godchildren entertained this summer with trips on the Terrible Thames boat tour, a fun 45-minutes of gruesome facts and riverside sights for those familiar with the Horrible Histories books.
