Life in gold
Aesthetically-pleasing fusions of Latin America and Arabia, come to life in the rare paintings of Latifa Al Sowayel.
Record Breaker
Courtesy of the biggest database of record-breakers, the Guinness World Records of 2009, here is a compilation of everything first, largest, biggest and oldest only from the Middle East.
Editor'S Ultimate Letter
Welcome to the 12th edition of Bespoke, indisputably one of the most important we have created. In the relatively short time we have been in production we have been responsible for a number of firsts. We were the original Pan-Arab magazine. By ignoring critics who told us we could not targ
Countdown ‘09
For those of you that have not yet cemented your plans for this year’s New Year’s Eve, the very thought of deciding where to go, which hotel to stay at and which party to attend is enough to put you off the whole ordeal. Consequently, Bespoke has lent a helping hand in highlighting everyth
Steely Resolve
Burj Dubai stands as a great testament to Dubai’s colossal ambitions and Emaar’s steadfast resolve.
Today I Feel I am a Poet
George Hawi Besides being recognised as the late secretary general of the Lebanese Communist Party, assassinated politician George Hawi, was also in fact a promising poet. Subsequent to his death, his daughter compiled these hitherto unknown works in order to share his poems with the world
Diversifying growth
Since his appointment as governor and chairman of the board of the Saudi Arabian General Investment Authority (SAGIA), Amr Al Dabbagh has successfully endorsed countless measures geared towards formalising the process of economic liberalisation. Thanks to the work now underway the Kingdom
Dark Horse
Dr. Saad Al Barrak set out an exceptionally ambitious nine year plan for Zain. Six years on he has achieved more than most companies will dream of in a lifetime.
Speed demon
Powerboat builders XSMG Marine have created the fastest diesel powered boat on the seas. Targeted towards those keen to explore high speed thrills, the XSR48 is endowed with styling cues from supercars and performance tips from superboat champions. Facing off against some formidable compet
Zain in the Membrane: Dr Saad Al Barrak and Operator Zain's Ambitious Plan
In 2003, Dr Saad Al Barrak, Deputy Chairman and Managing Director of Zain, set out an exceptionally ambitious nine-year plan many sceptics thought unfeasible. Almost six years on, the Kuwaiti operator has achieved more than most dream of.
‘The Screening Room’ with Myleene Klass
I went on the road to Rio for the latest edition of ‘The Screening Room’, focusing on the best of Brazilian cinema. The city is phenomenal, although we had to battle the spring showers to complete our filming within our deadline – rushing out of the hotel as early as 6am if we spotted a s
Stogies and the Humidors
A consummate cigar experience can rarely happen without the necessary accoutrements that come with the stogies themselves. Oussama Safa lends his specialist knowledge while delving into the fanatical world of humidors.