The P&M Edits
A considered set of notes on hotels, restaurants, bars and global escapes.
Written for planning, not saving.
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How Edits work
Edits are written to remove guesswork. Each one is a considered read on a hotel, restaurant, bar, experience or place to go, shaped by the details that matter once you are there.
The aim is not to cover everything. The aim is to make the decision easier and the experience better, with calm guidance you can use quickly.
What an Edit includes
An Edit includes timing notes that change the mood, a room or table note when it genuinely matters with and clear direction on what to order and what to expect. It also ends with a short line on who it suits, so expectations are set before you arrive.
The standard
Every recommendation is judged on five points: service, design, food and drink, atmosphere and value. Value is not cheap or expensive. It is whether the experience earns the price paid. If it does not deliver, it does not make the Edit.
Transparency
Hosted stays, partnerships and invitations are always noted. Opinions remain our own.
St Helier, Jersey | The First Taste of the Island
A considered introduction to St Helier through food and drink, from lunch at Tavola in the Central Market to drinks at The Champagne Lounge and dinner at Bohemia, one of Jersey’s most distinctive dining rooms.
South of France | A Considered Route Through the Region
A considered seven-day route through the South of France, bringing together Provence and the Riviera through Aix-en-Provence, Château de la Gaude, Cannes, Grasse and a return from Nice. This Edit acts as a practical starting point ahead of the full Palates & Miles South of France guide.
Cannes, French Riviera | Beyond the Festival
Cannes is often defined by the Film Festival, but the city offers far more than two weeks of attention each May. This Edit explores Cannes as a considered Riviera destination, from La Croisette and beachfront dining to Bar°58, La Table du Chef, hotel options and how to structure a wider South of France stay.
Grasse, Provence | The Art of Scent
Grasse offers a different perspective on the French Riviera. Known as the capital of perfume, this Edit explores the old town, its perfumery heritage and a bespoke perfume-making atelier at Molinard.
Aix-en-Provence | Two Days in the Heart of Provence
Aix-en-Provence is often overlooked in favour of the Riviera, yet it offers one of the most rewarding city experiences in Provence. This Edit explores how to spend two days in the city, from historic streets and morning markets to Musée Granet, Hôtel de Caumont and the quieter rhythm that makes Aix best enjoyed slowly.
Château de la Gaude, Provence | A Vineyard Stay And Refined Dining
Château de la Gaude sits just outside Aix-en-Provence, offering a vineyard-led stay where wine, dining and setting are fully integrated. This Edit explores how the rooms, grounds, cave experience and refined dining at Le Art combine to create one of the most considered stays in Provence.
London to the South of France, Considered
A considered route from London to the South of France, combining British Airways Club Europe with rail travel along the Riviera. This Edit explores how flying into Marseille, travelling east by TGV INOUI and departing from Nice creates a more structured and refined way to experience Provence and the Côte d’Azur.
Heathrow Terminal 3 | A Considered Lounge Experience
Heathrow Terminal 3 offers one of the most considered lounge experiences in the airport, where the right sequence between the Centurion Lounge and Cathay Pacific Business Class Lounge can shape a more refined and balanced departure.
TGV Lyria Première Signature: Paris to Lausanne
Travel from Paris to Switzerland aboard TGV Lyria Première Signature. A practical guide to departing Gare de Lyon, the onboard dining experience and arriving into Lausanne after one of Europe’s most considered rail journeys.
A September Weekend in Paris, Refined.
A September weekend in Paris is vibrant yet unhurried, with warm days, bright evenings and a calmer city rhythm. This Palates & Miles Edit covers when to go, where to stay in the 9th Arrondissement at InterContinental Paris Le Grand, one standout dinner reservation at Bar Vendôme at the Ritz Paris and a cultural morning at Notre-Dame followed by shopping along Rue Vieille du Temple. Expect practical booking notes, what to wear and an itinerary that prioritises elegance, refined dining and considered sightseeing.
New York City at the most magical time of year
New York City in December, edited. A practical edit to staying Downtown for space, booking the right tables and building each day around one anchor so the trip feels effortless.