As most of you probably already know, the word “Pub” (as in bar), comes from the term Public House. In short, public houses we’re 19th century drinking establishments and restaurants, most of which also offered a small amount lodging upstairs for travelers (a beer and a bed…pretty much all a guy needs.)
With the opening of Longman & Eagle in Chicago, The Grazing Goat in London and Honor & Folly in Detroit, this concept has been experiencing a bit of a renaissance lately…with modern updates, of course.
The Grazing Goat (London)
Longman & Eagle (Chicago)
Honor & Folly (Detroit)
* While Honor & Folly does not operate it’s own bar, it is located above The Sugar House, a craft cocktail bar.
The second installment of Monocle Mediterraneo, the Media brands large-format summer newspaper, is set to hit newsstands on July 28th. With a report from Pitti Uomo, as well as the usual briefings on food, culture, retail and design, Mediterraneo is sure to please the cultural senses.
Tyler Brûlé, who along with his company, Monocle, frequents this site, is another person who I’d like to be like when I grow up. New York Magazine recently published a lengthy story regarding his brand, his view on the media landscape and his lifestyle.
I’ve been doing a lot of flying via the no-fun, no beverage, no leg room, and most notable…no carry-on airline, known as Spirit lately. If you haven’t heard, Spirit is charging extra for any carry-on bag that doesn’t fit under the seat in front of you, which doesn’t leave room for much. If you’re a frequent bargain traveler (Read: cheap ass) like me, check out Herschel Supply Co., they make some very simple, stylish and inexpensive bags that you won’t mind stuffing under the seat.
I just picked up a copy of Monocle’s summer edition, Monocle Mediterraneo, yesterday. As usual, it’s a great read.
I don’t know if it’s the content, the design or the fact that I feel a little more cultured when I carry it around, but I love Monocle, it’s my favorite publication at the moment.
Monocle was founded by Tyler Brule (who also founded Wallpaper Magazine) in February 2007. The publication covers international affairs, business, culture and design. Headquartered in London with offices in Tokyo, Zurich and New York, Monocle is published 10 times a year.
Usually in magazine form, Monocle Mediterraneo, is the media brands first newspaper style offering. Inspired by the hype of ipads and digital devices, Monocle wanted to offer content that people could indulge in at the beach or poolside during their summer vacations. Offered mostly in Mediterranean cities (hence the name), Monocle Mediterraneo, is also offered in select resort areas in the US and Europe.
If you don’t yet have the luxury to galavant around resort towns, you may also find it at a specialty magazine shop like I did.
Watch a recent Bloomberg interview with Monocle Editor, Tyler Brule, here.
