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Month: June 2019

100 days to the MYS

by: Cassandra Tanti
27/06/2019

Organisers of this year’s Monaco Yacht Show have announced that the popular upper deck lounge has undergone an exciting transformation for the 2019 MYS. The reveal was made during a special cocktail toasting 100 days to the main event.

Set against a Mediterranean backdrop, guests gathered to mark the 100 day countdown to the 2019 MYS

On the rooftop of the Monte Carlo Star overlooking the Mediterranean sea, guests gathered on Tuesday 25th June to celebrate the 100 day countdown to the Monaco Yacht Show.

“The 100 days to the MYS event launched the final lap to the show,” said Johan Pizzardini, MYS communications manager. “In a few days, we’ll announce the 125 superyachts that will be in port Hercules this September and I must say this will be a jaw-breaking selection. The 2019 edition will present the most voluminous superyacht fleet ever exhibited in 29 years!”

It has been revealed that this year the upper deck lounge will offer high quality amenities on two floors. The ground floor will be dedicated to luxury exhibitors and feature a bar with an outdoor terrace, while the first floor will host a restaurant and a VIP lounge with a panoramic view over Port Hercules.

The upper deck lounge will also offer new collections and exclusive products displayed by luxury brands including Ulysse Nardin, Giobagnara, G&M Design,  Preciosa and Sabrina Monte Carlo.

The new upper deck lounge will feature a host of luxury additions

On the first floor, the Horizon restaurant-bar will suggest daily exciting menus for lunch and will open its bar late in the afternoon. Meanwhile, in the VIP lounge, the show’s visitors will be spoiled with Lanson champagne and massages for relishing a quiet moment away from the docks.

“The MYS has become one of the world’s top 10 events to attend for the social elite,” said Mr Pizzardini. “The show has become a unique experience for enthusiasts of superyachting or prospective charterers and purchasers. We target very affluent people, so we should offer an experience in keeping with their lifestyles.”

The Monaco Yacht Show was created in 1991 and each year showcases 125 extraordinary one-off superyachts and megayachts, of which 40 new launches are annually unveiled in a worldwide debut.

On the docks, there is a selection of 580 leading companies in the industry, including superyacht builders and nautical suppliers, yacht designers, luxury manufactures and brokerage houses, as well as water toys, prestige cars, helicopter and private jet manufacturers.

The Monaco Yacht Show will be held from 25th to 28th September.

Judge removed from Swiss art dealer case

by: Cassandra Tanti
27/06/2019

A French Judge leading the case on suspicion of corruption involving a Swiss art dealer and Russian businessman Dmitry Rybolovlev will be removed from the investigation.

Judge Edouard Levrault has been in Monaco under a three year contract investigating the high-profile case of Swiss art dealer Yves Bouvier, who has been accused by Russian businessman Dmitry Rybolovlev of overinflating the prices on 37 pieces of art sold to him, allegedly costing the Russian approximately €1 billion in losses.

It has been announced that Levrault’s contract, which expires on 1st September, will not be renewed.

The story began back in February 2015 when Rybolovlev went to the Monaco police with his claims.  The police detained Bouvier, charging him with “large scale” fraud and money laundering.

Levrault, a French judge, was assigned the case and in 2018, the head of the Legal Services Department (acting as Minister of Justice) Laurent Anselmi told media organisation Agence France Presse that Judge Levrault “will have time to complete the investigation before the change in his post.”

On Thursday, the Government of Monaco issued a statement saying “all the ongoing cases will be transferred to the appointed judges, who, like their predecessors, will have all the capabilities to ensure that their missions are carried out under conditions of independence.”

As it stands now, Monaco authorities have allowed for two additional judges to investigate current cases, bringing the total number from two up to three in an effort to have quicker resolutions to pending cases.

 

 

Princess Grace Theatre season

by: Cassandra Tanti
27/06/2019

The 2019-2020 season of the Princess Grace Theatre has been announced and with 29 scheduled dates, theatre goers have plenty of chances to enjoy a show.

Françoise Gamerdinger, Director of Cultural Affairs, at the desk during the presentation of the Princess Grace Theater season. © Directorate of Communication – Charly Gallo

The line-up is varied, with plays from Molière to Harold Pinter and Pierre Desproges, so there is something for everyone to enjoy. The theatre will also host three productions in local venues outside the theatre, namely the Grimaldi Forum. In addition, this season introduces some firsts, such as a play in Italian and a film screening.

The theatre has had a long and storied past. Originally opened in 1932, the Théâtre des Beaux-Arts as it was then called, was thoroughly modern for the times. Designed in the art deco style and fitted with the most up-to-date equipment of the time, it was a drawcard for many actors as well as patrons.

The first season was a full programme of English comedies, which proved a success. By the mid-1930’s, a more classical French selection was proposed and drew some of the biggest French theatre stars of the decade performing plays by famed playwrights such as Sacha Guitry and Roger Martin du Gard.

The theatre fell into disuse until 1981 when Princess Grace and Prince Rainier III restored it, making several important improvements. It has been a mainstay of Monaco ever since.

Subscriptions are now available and one-off tickets can be purchased from the ticket office from 2nd September. 

How to handle the heat

by: Cassandra Tanti
27/06/2019

Beaches and swimming pools are packed, air conditioners have been fired up after a long winter’s nap, and cold drinks are flying off the shelves. While we are all trying to keep cool, the Monaco government has issued a few directives to encourage people to keep an eye on their health and the health of those around them.

With the rising temps comes the possibility of heat or sun stroke, dehydration and the decline in general well-being.

Knowing the signs can help prevent potentially dangerous situations.

Heat stroke is marked by high fever, loss of consciousness and hot, red, dry skin.  A person suffering from heat stroke has lost the ability to regulate body temperature and has also ceased to sweat, which is the body’s go-to for cooling. It can come on very fast and must be treated promptly to avoid permanent neurological damage. Children and the elderly are most at risk, as are athletes who do not compensate for water loss by taking a lot of liquids.

Dehydration is a far easier fix and can be rectified by drinking water. Stay away from caffeine, alcohol and sugary drinks as they can make dehydration worse.

Something many of us don’t consider is the effect heat has on those taking certain medications. Clearly, if you are taking your medications correctly and not allowing heat-related factors to come into play, they are perfectly safe. Unless instructed by a doctor, do not cease taking anything prescribed. A few drugs to watch out for listed are below.

People who use diuretics or medicines containing diuretic properties should do so with care. These cause dehydration and can cause serious trouble.

Certain anti-depressants inhibit sweating, lithium salts can be toxic if a person is not properly hydrated and neuroleptics can cause body temperature to rise due to disruptions to the internal thermostat.

Additionally, anti-inflammatories, some antibiotics, anti-virals and migraine medicines can be dangerous if dehydrated.

In general, the elderly, the young, and the already unwell are at highest risk, but heat affects us all. Preventative measures are the best weapons and are simple to adhere to. Wear lightweight and light-coloured clothing, drink plenty of liquids and stay out of the sun during the hottest hours of the day. 

Following these few easy rules will help ensure we all make it out of this heat wave in good shape.

Mirazur crowned world’s best restaurant

by: Cassandra Tanti
26/06/2019

Monaco may be filled with Michelin star restaurants, but the title of ‘world’s best’ has just been clinched by Mirazur in Menton.

Located less than 10 kilometres from the Principality, Mauro Colagreco’s Mirazur has always been a favourite for people in Monaco. Now, it has taken top spot as ‘best restaurant in the world’ 2019, announced on Tuesday at a ceremony in Singapore.

Steadily ascending The World’s 50 Best Restaurants list since its debut at No.35 in 2009, Mirazur celebrates 10 years in the ranking by rising to No.1. The accolade coincides with the restaurant finally achieving the coveted three Michelin stars, as well as the beginning of a three-year renovation project involving a new dining room, extensions to the vegetable gardens and a more immersive dining experience.

The annual list is compiled by World’s 50 Best, an organisation that has been ranking restaurants across the globe since it was created in 2002.

For 2019, the rules were revised so that previous number one restaurants are not eligible to be considered again, for any spot on the list, instead going into the newly created Best of the Best category.

After undergoing a complete redesign and moving locations, Noma 2.0 was able to take second position on the list, despite the original restaurant holding top spot in 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2014.

Spain has three restaurants in the top 10, while Denmark and new hot culinary destination Peru each have two.

Bring generosity to your plate

by: Cassandra Tanti
26/06/2019

For the second consecutive year, participating restaurants in Monaco will be collecting 1€ from every plate of food sold to donate to the Monegasque association Les Enfants de Frankie.

The campaign will be taking place throughout July and August. Restaurants with the sign ‘Fourchette Solidaire’ will be adding 1€ to the price of their meals, giving customers an easy opportunity to donate to the charity.

The initiative was created by Les Enfants de Frankie and is supported by this year’s ambassador Christophe Cussac, Executive Chef of the Hotel Métropole Monte-Carlo. Money raised from the campaign will go towards supporting sick and disadvantaged children of the Provence Alpes Côte d’Azur region.

For partner restaurants visit www.frankiemonaco.org and their Facebook page ‘Frankie Monaco’.