Konfekt Korner
Konfekt Korner is the podcast companion to Konfekt, a fashion and lifestyle magazine from Monocle. Hosted by editor Sophie Grove and style director Marcela Palek, along with Gillian Dobias, the show explores fashion, craft, food, and travel with a focus on understated glamour and lesser-known stories. Each monthly episode offers conversation, insights, and reports, presented like a sophisticated dinner party.
Episodes
An ode to jewellery: Collecting, cameos and Foundrae’s modern heirlooms
Sophie Grove, Natalie Theodosi and Brenda Tuohy share highlights from London’s PAD art and design fair. Plus: we pay a visit to Foundrae’s new London boutique and talk to founder Beth Hutchens about talismanic jewellery.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Artisanal craftsmanship with the Bicester Collection at Café Lapérouse
To introduce our special series with the Bicester Collection, we head to Paris to Café Lapérouse at La Vallée Village for an intimate discussion on the skills and emotion behind artisanal craftsmanship with curator and interior designer Jessica Berguig.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
From Frieze to PAD: An insider’s guide to London’s contemporary art fairs
Sophie Grove and Brooke Theis take us inside the tents of Frieze and PAD to hear from artists Tadashi Kawamata, Nicola Turner, Lukas Wegwerth and Corinna Dehn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Parisian postcards from fashion month: Chanel, Celine and the power of good casting
Writer Alice Cavanagh joins Sophie Grove and Natalie Theodosi in our Paris studio to compare notes on the standout moments from fashion month, from Chanel to the casting of Moschino’s 450-person runway.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dispatches from Paris and Milan: the Dior runway, Buccellati Caviar and Carla Sozzani
We speak to fashion editor and curator Carla Sozzani at Fondazione Sozzani, Maria-Cristina Buccellati at the jewellery house’s newly opened Caviar bar and violinist Esther Abrami fresh from a performance of her new album.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A fashion week special: London’s revival, Prada skirts and meeting Margherita Missoni
Sophie Grove and Natalie Theodosi are in Milan for the inaugural episode of Konfekt Conversations: Life and Style. They discuss the behind the scenes of Fashion Week and we meet Margherita Missoni at her new store, Maccapani, on via G. Leopardi.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Perfumer Granado on building Brazilian legacy. Plus: Enid Marx and The Keep and Bar Blondie’s unique wine list
We meet Christopher and Sissy Freeman of Granado, look ahead to new trends with The Keep and Bar Blondie, and explore Enid Marx’s legacy in a new exhibition.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Zoë de Givenchy on the art of hosting. Plus: Photography in Japan and France
We meet designer Zoë de Givenchy, look at a new exhibit on Japanese photography through the eyes of women, visit Rencontres d’Arles for its annual photography festival and meet author Amit Chaudhuri.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Summer issue highlights: Seasonal scents, dazzling colours and contemporary artist Ayan Farah
Highlights from the new Summer issue: an exploration of seasonal scents, why turquoise is a mainstay colour during the warmer months and a look inside a new pavilion at the Venice Biennale with Ayan Farah.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Holistic hospitality on the most tranquil of Spain’s Balearics
A special episode of ‘Konfekt Korner’ brought to you in association with Teranka Formentera. Chiara Rimella sits down with Jennica Shamoon Arazi, the co-owner of Luxury Hotel Partners, the group behind the hotel, to paint a picture of this beautiful Balearic getaway.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The future of fashion with FutureFabrics Expo, Delcy Morelos’ ‘Origo’ at the Barbican Centre and Fischersund perfumery
We explore the future of fashion with a preview of the FutureFabrics Expo, delve into a new form of storytelling with perfumery Fischersund and meet Delcy Morelos ahead of her ‘Origo’ installation at the Barbican Centre.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Milan Design Week, Pina Bausch at Sadler's Wells and Sabine Marcelis’s collaboration with Repossi
We check in to Milan Design Week, speak to Salomon Bausch ahead of the restaging of Pina Bausch's ‘Kontakthof’ at Sadler's Wells and cover Repossi's 10-year store anniversary featuring a collaboration with Sabine Marcelis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Max Richter and Krug translate champagne into music, Kiwi-Italian chef Dara Klein and Irmasworld
We meet composer Max Richter, who has translated taste, time and terroir into sound with Krug. Then we meet chef Dara Klein at Tiella Trattoria and Bar. Plus: Jasmin Kherzi on Irmasworld.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Obsession, precision and performance, with Richard Mille at the International Concours of Elegance St Moritz
A special episode of Konfekt Korner, brought to you in collaboration with luxury watchmaking brand Richard Mille. We step onto frozen Lake St Moritz to immerse ourselves in the spectacle of beautiful classic cars.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Art and style in the Engadine valley with Richard Mille at the International Concours of Elegance St Moritz
A special episode of Konfekt Korner, brought to you in collaboration with luxury watchmaking brand Richard Mille. We explore how the region became a place of inspiration for those drawn to creativity, craft and timeless style.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fragility as a form of luxury with Bouke de Vries and ‘Women in Print: 150 Years of Liberty Textiles’
We meet artist Bouke de Vries, who recently collaborated with Belgium fashion designer Dries Van Noten to create one-of-a-kind perfume bottles made from restored fragments. Plus: a new exhibition tracing the rich, colourful history of Liberty London’s textiles and fabrics to mark its 150th anniversary. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The perfect tablescape, scent inspiration for the season and clean skin with Formettā
Writer and botanical set designer Rollo Skinner on how to create the perfect tablescape, scent strategist Tracy Wan on winter perfumes and the founder of Formettā, Dr Vanessa Craig, on clean skin and sun protection.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
British-Malaysian artist Mandy El-Sayegh, Danish author Solvej Balle and women’s collective Charlie Goes To
We talk political, personal and bodily narratives with artist Mandy El-Sayegh, speak with Danish writer Solvej Balle about her new series On the Calculation of Volume and visit female community Charlie Goes To to meet Finnish former prime minister Sanna Marin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Frette’s new collection with Tara Bernerd, a slow supper club in Helsinki and Ruby Tandoh
We meet interior designer Tara Bernerd and Frette CEO Filippo Arnaboldi to talk about their new collection, visit a slow supper club for female chefs in Helsinki and meet food writer Ruby Tandoh.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Live in Barcelona: Rowse cosmetics, fashion with Adriana Domínguez and uniforms with Bastida for Work
Konfekt’s editor, Sophie Grove, is live in Barcelona to speak with Adriana Domínguez, chairwoman of fashion label Adolfo Domínguez, to meet Nuria Val of cosmetics brand Rowse and to chat with the duo behind Bastida for Work. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Horology and design at Richard Mille, accessories brand Neous and a visit to Whinyard Rocks
We visit Whinyard Rocks to discover how to create vintages in the UK, talk about horology and design with Cécile Guenat from Richard Mille and hear where accessories brand Neous gets its inspiration from.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Maison Francis Kurkdjian’s Perfumer’s Garden, food as art with Sandra Knecht and recipe book ‘Mediterranea’
We meet Swiss artist Sandra Knecht to talk about food as art, speak with writer Anastasia Miari about her new book, ‘Mediterranea’, and journey to Versailles to explore the Perfumer’s Garden by Maison Francis Kurkdjian.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The sound of summer: Cecil Beaton, sonic installations and the ‘Feel the Sound’ exhibition
We delve into summer’s sensory landscape. We speak to architect Alice Loumeau about sound in design, hear how the garden inspired photographer Cecil Beaton and visit the Barbican Centre’s ‘Feel the Sound’ exhibition.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Athens special: Cycladic art, timeless footwear and redefining retail
We embark on a summer sojourn to the Aegean to celebrate the creative energy of Athens. We discover the Museum of Cycladic Art, meet shoemaker Le Monde Béryl and talk craftsmanship with Anthologist.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Perfumer Maya Njie, Claridge’s archivist Kate Hudson and Khadija Aisha Ba of L’Artisane
We’re in Dakar with designer Khadija Aisha Ba of L’Artisane. Then: we speak with Claridge’s archivist, Kate Hudson, about the hotel’s art-deco heritage. Plus: perfumer Maya Njie, who blends precision with deep personal narratives.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Marble, sound and Miu Miu’s literary club
We explore the tactile beauty of stone with Momina Watton of Atelier278, the importance of sound with Alice Vincent’s new book, Hark, and stop by the Miu Miu Literary Club in Milan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Marimekko’s printing mill, Melissa Morris and musician Brooke Combe
We have officially passed the vernal equinox. The sun has crossed the celestial equator, bringing near equality to day and night. This episode is dedicated to beautiful things crafted well, collectors, makers and inimitable interior style. We’ll visit the Finnish master of pattern, Marimekko, and discover the intricacies of its in-house printing mill; chat with Melissa Morris, founder of lea
Van Cleef & Arpels’ ‘Dance Reflections’, maximalism with Bokja and tarot
This episode is a burst of unbridled beauty to nudge us out of the winter torpor and into the spring light of March. We’ll reflect on the balance of graft and inspiration as we head to the Van Cleef & Arpels ‘Dance Reflections’ festival, discover Lebanese embroidery with the duo behind Bokja and explore the world of tarot as we embark on a journey with the cards through time.
Musician Odd Beholder, art in Burgundy and Eimear McBride
Music, books and art are what sustain us through a period of hunkering down, so it should come as no surprise that these are also the themes of this month’s episode. We head to the Swiss town of Baden to meet musician Daniela Weinmann, who goes by the moniker Odd Beholder; speak with Irish writer Eimear McBride and head to Burgundy for a site-specific art exhibition called ‘Terra&rsquo
Music as a great convener
In this second special episode of ‘Konfekt Korner’, brought to you in collaboration with Swiss haute horologist Audemars Piguet (AP), we discuss the driving forces that unite us and the power of serendipitous encounters. We are in our London studio to discover how the worlds of luxury watchmaking and music come together to push human talent and foster powerful connections between peopl
Crafting community
A special episode of Konfekt Korner, brought to you in collaboration with Swiss luxury powerhouse Audemars Piguet, on the driving forces that unite us and the power of serendipitous encounters. We convene in Zürich at the prestigious AP House to discover how the worlds of haute-horlogerie and hospitality come together to deliver an extraordinary experience. Konfekt’s editor, Sophie Grov
Jewellery with Bonhams, artist Es Devlin and ‘Dior in Scotland’
The first days of January are for rest and recuperation but also new ideas, resolutions and, above all, dreams. This month we’re at London auction house Bonhams for a conversation that reflects on jewellery design and human emotion with expert Kate Flitcroft. We’ll meet British artist and stage designer Es Devlin and discuss her incredible show at Somerset House, ‘Face to Face: 5
Alpine fashion, winter sun and Turkish singer Melike Sahin
We muse on the cultural obstacle course the festive period presents us as we seek to escape from the cold – but not without the promise of winter sun. We’ll drop into London’s Tate Modern for the Gucci-backed exhibition, ‘Electric Dreams: Art and Technology Before the Internet’, then we’ll look at Alpine fashion with outdoors manufacturer Helly Hansen, meet Turkish singer Melike Sahin and chase th
An ode to jewels, goldsmithing and design
This episode is something of an ode to jewels, goldsmithing and design – but also the human urge to collect. We’ll visit the imposing and eccentric Geneva home that inspires Maison Belmont; chat to the founder of jewellery brand Annoushka about the symbolism and personal history that infuses her work; and delve into the history of Persian jewellers, Le Vian. Plus: our audio essay reflects on the p
Autumn sartorial tips, musician Ana Lua Caiano and small talk
This episode is something of an homage to autumn style: we gather in Zürich for a discussion on the seasonal wardrobe with designer Noële Nana Schaffner from sumptuous Swiss brand Nomadissem. We reflect on the creative resilience of a nation at war as we report on Ukrainian Fashion Week, hear the esoteric sounds of Portuguese musician Ana Lua Caiano and muse on the power of small talk in an audio
The future of skincare, Sauna Social Club and the colour blue
As crisp, golden leaves begin swirling in the air, it’s time to reboot our energy. That’s why this episode has a restorative theme: we discuss the future of dermatology with pioneering doctor Emma Craythorne, join the Sauna Social Club in London as it brings music to the hot-box and talk about the legacy of nurse Florence Nightingale. Plus: the beauty and inspiration of the colour blue.See omnystu
Storytelling through scent, a gastronomic tour of Tinos and tennis
We dive into the heady heat of summer and journey to the remote island of Tinos to find out about its cuisine. Then: we meet Jouissance founder Cherry Cheng, who has distilled sensual stories into perfume, and we cast off to the Finnish archipelago of Turku, where summers are spent eating crayfish and taking midnight dips in the cool sea. Plus: we reflect on the aesthetics of summer tennis.See omn
The bliss of the French Riviera, Portuguese fashion and cartography
It’s time to set sail and make for the coast. This month we stroll in the gardens of the Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc in Cap d’Antibes, meet hotelier Valéry Grégo in Nice and reflect on the emotional power of cartography. Plus, we discover a Portuguese fashion brand that captures the spirit of the country’s breezy, joyous summers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Purveyors of colour, art deco jewellery and utopia
This episode reflects how early summer days are full of promise. We meet Swiss born Kia Schwaninger, whose jewellery collection is inspired by the art deco architecture of Miami, sit down with Sudanese-Dutch musician Gaidaa in Amsterdam and discuss colour and the meaning of home with purveyor and creator of paint Cassandra Ellis. Plus: historian Hiba Alobaydi explores the legacy of the Hanging Gar
‘Konfekt Korner’ special: mindful manufacturing
Today we’re live in front of an audience at London Craft Week to explore the world of mindful manufacturing. Mud Talks, set at the Vitsoe shop in London’s Marylebone, brought together Mud Australia’s Shelley Simpson, Vitsoe’s managing director, Mark Adams and David Mellor’s creative director, Corin Mellor, to discuss the intricacies of how to balance enduring design with sustainable manufacturing
Watchmaking, Turkish baths and Nordic spring
This episode is infused with the spirit of a transformative travelogue: we begin in the incredible 500-year-old Cinili Hamam in Istanbul’s Zeyrek district, reflect on the power and beauty of expansive, flat landscapes and hear tales of innovation and craftsmanship with Van Cleef & Arpels. Plus: the misplaced optimism of a Nordic spring.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Natural wine, exploring Italy and decorating eggs
This show marks the arrival of spring with an homage to the season: we’ll find out about the art of traversing the streets of Rome with author Cynthia Zarin and pop some corks with sommelier Honey Spencer at her London restaurant Sune. Then: we sit down for an intimate chat with musician Marika Hackman and discover Julia Lasica’s lyrical homage to the tradition of ‘pysanky’ and decorating eggs.
Cabaret on rails, smoke sauna and the alchemy of scent
This episode of Konfekt Korner explores themes of early spring and its sense of vernal opportunity. We spend four hours in a hotbox being rubbed with ashes and honey to report on Estonian sauna culture, hop on board a historic British Pullman to join the riotous Carriage Club and explore the world of perfumery at L’Oreal’s The Art & Science of Fragrance festival in Paris. Plus: we reflect on t
Celebrity culture, supper clubs and Mongolian cashmere
As we emerge from our winter torpor, it’s time to hit the road. We visit a new exhibition of work by photographer Russell Young in London, before heading to Athens to a mind-expanding supper club. We’ll meet an expert to discuss the social history of road films and hear about one writer’s journey to Mongolia, where he found himself the owner of an ever-expanding cashmere collection. See omnystudio
Disco fashions, the power of eyeliner and candlelight
We discuss the history and cultural significance of eyeliner, learn how 1970s and 1980s disco fashions still inspires us today and hit the trails with Icelandic musician JFDR. Plus: how candlelight can improve almost every situation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Retail forays with MyTheresa, Mud Australia and DJ Sofia Kourtesis
This month we want to aid and inspire your festive retail forays, whether that’s through the fine porcelains of Sydney-based brand Mud Australia or a new album by Peruvian artist, Sofia Kourtesis. We also check in with online-retail giant MyTheresa to find out what makes customers tick at this time of year and delve into the history of the most festive evergreen: mistletoe. See omnystudio.com/list
The power of jewellery, colour revolution and wearing tweed
There is something about the first long, dark nights of winter that make us crave things that sparkle. It’s perhaps for that reason that we’ve gravitated towards the theme of adornment in this episode. We discuss the history of jewellery with two peerless experts, head to the Dance Reflections festival by Parisian house Van Cleef & Arpels and visit a show exploring the pioneering colour of the
Whey baths, idyllic getaways and cycling in nature
In this episode we explore health rituals and the lost practice of bathing in whey. We also drop in at the London Design Festival to hear about artists using offcuts to create beautiful, innovative designs, journey to the foothills of the mountain of Pelion and discuss the therapeutic value of cycling in nature.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Graphic prints, reviving an icon and a love letter to figs
As September arrives and the leaves begin to turn gold, we cosy up at Manzi’s, a revived icon in Soho, London. We also pay a visit to the studio of fashion label Elliss, known for its graphic prints, unique silhouettes and sustainable credentials, and meet author Kelechi Okafor to talk about her debut book ‘Edge of Here’. Plus: a love letter to figs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat
Cooking with grandmas, Georgian hospitality and icy desserts
This month we muse on the power of our grandmothers’ cooking as we step into the kitchen of Athens-based writer Anastasia Miari. We travel to the Caucuses to find out how local traditions are helping Georgian hospitality to flourish, learn about the future of textiles and take a deep dive into the icy, innovative history of Sicily’s granita. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Water as therapy, coastal inspiration and Fatoumata Diawara
This month we explore why we are instinctively drawn to water, touching upon the themes of healing, restoration and travel. We visit leading Brazilian artist Beatriz Milhazes’ coast-inspired new exhibition and head to Mallorca to meet the couple behind the label Accidente con Flores. Plus: we sit down with Malian singer-songwriter Fatoumata Diawara to talk about her life and her new album, ‘London
The future of mountain life, ancient luxury and the joy of serendipity
In this episode, we look at everything from ancient treasure to craftsmanship in the Alps and a new champagne brand to ponder how the present will shape our future. We begin by exploring the future of Alpine living, asking how to keep tradition alive and examining the already pressing issue of climate change in the region. Plus, we visit the British Museum’s impressive new exhibition ‘Luxury and P
Alpine wellness, fresh talent and attempts at Utopia
As the months grow steadily warmer and brighter, ‘Konfekt’ is exploring the bounty of nature, artistic homes and fresh talent in the UK, as well as musing on alternative lifestyles. We head to the Alpine region of Bregenzerwald in Austria to meet skincare entrepreneur Susanne Kaufmann, visit Charleston, a modernist residence in Sussex associated with the Bloomsbury group, and speak to debut noveli
The nuance of hue, rye Basel bread and gong baths
This episode is the kind of fresh, zesty, plucky injection of colour that’s often enough to revive you from the torpor of winter. We talk to colour consultant Anna Von Ketteler, meet colourist Cassandra Ellis and add gong baths to our wellness toolbox. Plus: we sample some tasty loaves in Zürich’s Bread.Love bakery and visit shop owner Carmen Atiyah de Baets in her Amsterdam canal store.See omnyst
A modernist potter, restorative gardening and sustainable fashion
This is the time of the year when glimpses of spring sunshine are savoured – and this is energy that we channel on this episode of ‘Konfekt Korner’. We celebrate the iconic modernist potter Lucie Rie, learn about the history of Japanese silk weaving and hear about the restorative power of gardening. Plus: we speak to a brave and brilliant fashion designer, Mother of Pearl’s creative director Amy P
Winter flowers and Finnish diplomacy
This month we celebrate February’s poetic joys. We discuss the fragile elegance of winter flowers with the SSAW collective’s Olivia Wilson and Jess Geissendorfer, talk about nature as inspiration with Norwegian musician Fay Wildhagen and pull up a chair at The Audley pub to speak to Ewan Venters, CEO of Hauser & Wirth and Artfarm. Plus: the history of New York’s Chelsea Hotel on screen and resolvi
Throwing the perfect party, immersive light and colour and starting a fire
While January might seem like the perfect time for a reset, here at Konfekt Korner, we look at the year ahead with excitement for what’s to come. We combine retro and disco to discuss the art of party hosting, immerse ourselves in light and colour with the work of James Turrell and keep our spirits high with a tasting courtesy of Emile Wines. Plus: we meet Italian-Brazilian composer Simone Menezes
Winter skin rituals, wreath-making and Christmas figurines
This month, host Sophie Grove presents the show from Dufourstrasse 90 – our Zürich outpost – and it’s full of festive fun. From how to keep your skin protected from the elements with the owner of modern apothecary Eden to a trip to Petersham Nurseries to discover the dos and don’ts of wreath-making and perfecting your Christmas cooking with chefs Ethel and Jakob of Austria’s Restaurant Klösterle –
A post-modern tribute, the art of pickling and hiking in Samos
In the month of October, Konfekt spreads its wings from Samos to Seoul, the heart of London to the quaint picturesque town of Rye, to ponder everything from the power of solo hiking to how to spot the perfect kimchi and what it really means to dress for the job. Plus, why taking up a needle and thread is back in vogue and a new immersive experience at London’s Cosmic House. See omnystudio.com/list
Island living, biodynamic wine and the thrill of a cold dip
Autumn’s arrived - and with it - a back to school reset and a noticeable chill in the air. In this episode, we distract our listeners by pondering a life elsewhere in the Azores, meet studious songstress and artist-on-the-rise Léa Sen, get a tour of Copenhagen’s curious and chic concept store Holly Golightly, delve into the history of an Austrian biodynamic wine estate and finally, we brace oursel
The folding fan, ice cream and the Atlantic coast
The warm latter days of summer are among the best and are to be savoured. In this episode we hear about the history of the folding fan, discover the recently restored La Bastide de Saint-Tropez, visit Casa Reîa on Portugal’s Atlantic coast, check out Zurich’s Eisvogel ice cream and muse on the meditative power of archery.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The French Riviera, surfing and beach bags
This episode is about leaving the urban world behind. We dive into the tumultuous ocean mastered by surfers in the film ‘Girls Can’t Surf’, reflect on the essence of holiday style in photography book ‘Light on the Riviera’, pack our favourite Odile Collective beach bag and muse on the dog days of summer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The power of cooking, pottery and ice
This episode is a burst of summer optimism and inspiration. We ponder the joy of Studio Pottery, discuss the power of cooking with Shiza Shahid of ‘Our Place’ and take the temperature of the art world with an incisive review of Art Basel. Plus: curator Corinne Mynatt tells us about the history of ice, from cold houses of ancient Persia to the wonders of the modern freezer.See omnystudio.com/listen
Sun-soaked hosting, handmade knives and tennis
This episode looks at the meaning behind the things we own and the craft that goes into them. We meet knife-maker Holly Loftus in her small London studio, speak to Ajiri Aki, an entrepreneur who deals in antique linens and beautiful crockery, and journalist Fleur MacDonald muses on the iconic white Airtex and green turf that signal the arrival of June’s tennis season.See omnystudio.com/listener fo
Slovenian gastronomy, innovative fabrics and a trip to the Biennale
This episode might whet your appetite: we head to the Soça Valley to meet Ana Ros, head chef of Slovenia’s first Michelin-star restaurant Hisa Franko, take a tasty turn around Barcelona’s Santa Caterina market to sample some Catalan delicacies, and ponder why taste and place are so deeply intertwined. Plus, we take a whirlwind trip to the Venice Biennale and meet the founder of sustainable fabrics
Auction houses, Hungarian spas and being a flâneuse
As we step out into the April sunshine, we plunge into the thermal waters of a Hungarian spa, explore the history of the tulip and meet Venezuelan artist Sol Calero. Plus: we muse about collecting with Diandra Donecker, the woman behind Grisebach auction house in Berlin, and discover the joys of flânerie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kitchen tools, beauty in adversity and the joy of book clubs
As spring approaches we look at how our kitchen tools tell the history of humanity; hear from Ukrainian fashion designer Lilia Litkovskaya, who has since been forced to flee her home; visit an exhibition on Kurdish history; and speak to Afghan-German film-maker Zamarin Wahdat. Plus, the joy of book clubs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Swiss sledges, Parisian chocolate and playing Cupid.
We meet three masters of their craft: the Lindauer family, who have been making sledges in the Swiss mountains for three generations; Debauve et Gallais, the oldest chocolatier in Paris; and Cicely Travers, founder of lingerie brand Isosceles. Plus: writer Fleur Macdonald discusses the art of matchmaking.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ski style, Alpine architecture and snowy mornings
This month’s episode of ‘Konfekt Korner’ is a celebration of the mountains. We learn about the modernist alpine architecture of Charlotte Perriand; meet Sophie Lacoste of French skiwear brand Fusalp; head to the town of Brixen in the Dolomites; and muse on what waking up in the mountains does for your wellbeing. Plus: we meet Icelandic pianist and composer Eydís Evensen.See omnystudio.com/listener
Cosy knits, festive baking and reinventing the Christmas tree
We meet Swiss design duo Rue Hippolyte to find out about their festive décor installation; we learn about the history of the wreath; and pop over to Slovenia to sample some lect, a traditional gingerbread. Plus: we head to Finland to meet the community of grandmothers who create hats for knitwear brand Myssyfarmi; and Caroline Fay-Fright, founder of British brand Hyht, tells us about the challenge
Winter warmers, an Icelandic spa and art in Transylvania
Sophie Grove speaks to Swiss jewellery designer Cora Sheibani about finding inspiration in the quotidian, while Kimberly Bradley visits the Art Encounters Biennial in Timișoara. Plus, a soak in an Icelandic spa and tips for finding a new winter coat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Vegetable scents, volcanic vineyards and a harvest festival
As the leaves start to turn gold and red, we take stock of the new season. We head to a harvest festival in the Åland islands, learn about sustainable farming for a London florist and an Italian skincare brand, and sample some vegetable-based scents with perfume expert Lizzie Ostrom. Plus: we speak to a winemaker on Mount Etna to learn about the unique qualities of wine produced on a volcano.See o
Leïla Slimani, art parties and jazz clubs
Sophie Grove chats to French-Moroccan writer Leïla Slimani about her new novel ‘The Country of Others’, Chiara Rimella heads to Glasgow to meet April Crichton of the French-Scottish fashion label, La Fetiche; and Kate Hutchinson tells us about the importance of the jazz club in shaping the genre over the past 100 years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Leïla Slimani, art parties and jazz clubs
Sophie Grove chats to French-Moroccan writer Leïla Slimani about her new novel ‘The Country of Others’, Chiara Rimella heads to Glasgow to meet April Crichton of the French-Scottish fashion label, La Fetiche; and Kate Hutchinson tells us about the importance of the jazz club in shaping the genre over the past 100 years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The radical history of swimwear, a glass of rosé and a train trip
Sophie Grove, Marcela Palek and Gillian Dobias discuss the history of women's swimwear with V&A senior curator Sonnet Stanfill, before bringing it up to date with Peter Hornung from Swiss fashion brand Round Rivers. Elsewhere, we meet the Viennese family whose world-renowned metal workshop has been passed down through five generations, sample some summer rosé with Chandra Kurt and celebrate the tr
The radical history of swimwear, a glass of rosé and a train trip
Sophie Grove, Marcela Palek and Gillian Dobias discuss the history of women's swimwear with V&A senior curator Sonnet Stanfill, before bringing it up to date with Peter Hornung from Swiss fashion brand Round Rivers. Elsewhere, we meet the Viennese family whose world-renowned metal workshop has been passed down through five generations, sample some summer rosé with Chandra Kurt and celebrate the tr
The radical history of swimwear, a glass of rosé and a train trip
Sophie Grove, Marcela Palek and Gillian Dobias discuss the history of women's swimwear with V&A senior curator Sonnet Stanfill, before bringing it up to date with Peter Hornung from Swiss fashion brand Round Rivers. Elsewhere, we meet the Viennese family whose world-renowned metal workshop has been passed down through five generations, sample some summer rosé with Chandra Kurt and celebrate the tr
Greek antiques, making scents of summer and creating a splash
The latest episode of ‘Konfekt Korner’ is an ode to both summer and the senses, and their ability to spark memories that in turn work as inspiration. Sophie Grove, Marcela Palek and Gillian Dobias meet Slovakian fashion designer Kristina Sipulova to talk about how her country’s long history with traditional embroidery and macramé influences her designs. Then we’re shown around the Greek home of a
Seasonal shopping, summer pop and sentimental belongings.
We celebrate the craft of objects as Sophie Grove speaks to the glassware expert Marie-Rose Kahane and stoneware designer Susanne Poltrago-Persson; and the writer Fleur Macdonald muses on the emotional weight of an inherited pair of shoes. In Ibiza we meet the female farmers who have gone off-grid and traded in heady parties for a quieter life on the land. Then, we head to the market in Rome with
The art of scent, high-altitude hobbies and an ode to the bath
Welcome to Konfekt Korner, a new podcast brought to you by the ‘Konfekt’ magazine team, hosted between London and Zürich. In this first episode, Sophie Grove, Gillian Dobias and Marcela Palek are joined by fashion designers Paula Gerbase and Kazu Huggler; Norwegian artist Sissel Tolaas tells us why you should consider scent when throwing a dinner party; and we head to Austria to cook up some new t
