To celebrate the 94th birthday of Queen Elizabeth II today, here are ten things we bet you didn’t know about the British monarch. Sleeping in the dungeons To be safer during WWII, the young Elizabeth and her sister Margaret stayed at Windsor Castle. When they heard the air-raid sirens, they had to hide and sleep … Read more
Looking fab in a fantastic outfit is not enough to be a Perfect Wedding Guest. Weddings are by far my favourite kind of parties, the bride and groom are beaming with happiness, and everyone’s in a great mood and beautifully dressed, ready to have a great time. So, what are the unwritten rules to be … Read more
Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle issues are being a thing since Prince Harry got engaged to the American actress, and even more after Meghan and Harry decided not to move into Kensington Palace where William and Kate live. But are feuds between sisters-in-law that unusual? And how can they be avoided? The press has reported, … Read more
As Einstein said: “everything is relative”, especially when it comes to our personal lives. We are simply unable to judge it with impartiality.Depending on what we’re talking about, we always have things we overestimate or underestimate, shamelessly! And most of the time, we don’t even know we’re doing it! Just think about it. When on … Read more
There is a new lifestyle trend called Lagom (pronounced “lar-gohm”), that comes from Sweden and has been conquering more and more fans. The whole Lagom philosophy is explained in a book, “Lagom: The Swedish Art of Living a Balanced, Happy Life”, by British Niki Brantmark. Since Brantmark visited Sweden for the first time, she fell in … Read more
Although the Viennese cuisine is famous for its Wienerschnitzel and other meat dishes, there are many delicious vegetarian and vegan restaurants in Vienna. And because there are so many options, you can get a bit lost. So we selected the best vegetarian restaurants to help you quench your craving for a healthy snack or a … Read more
It’s warm, it’s sweet and absolutely delicious – the traditional Wiener Apfelstrudel (Apple Strudel). When in Vienna, there is no excuse for not trying this famous Austrian pastry, not even your New Year’s resolution. An apple strudel consists of a rectangular flaky strudel pastry jacket with an apple filling inside refined with a hint of … Read more
Austria is known for its wellness and spa tradition. The incredible lakes and mountains, the clean air and pure water are some reasons for Austria lends itself to a thriving spa scene. So to start the new year with a good health plan, we checked the 6 best detox places in Austria for you. After … Read more
Vienna offers many fantastic coffee houses where you can sit for hours long, sipping a delicious Mélange with pastries or cake while reading the newspaper or magazines. The Viennese take their coffee culture very seriously, no wonder Unesco named the Austrian capital’s coffee houses an “Intangible Cultural Heritage”. There’s no better way to help you … Read more
So now that the year has officially begun, we must talk about something vital: we’re reaching the peak of Vienna’s Ball Season. The Austrian capital celebrates Carnival like no other, with more than 450 exuberant balls happening in various locations between November and March every year. The most famous balls Some of the most sought … Read more
Eating out in Vienna can be a culinary adventure around the globe. Although the Austrian capital is the only city in the world to have its cuisine named after it, with incredible restaurants serving the famous Viennese cuisine, you can also discover regional cooking from the all over the world. So, craving for Sushi in … Read more
Vienna was elected the most livable city in the world for the ninth time! Café Culture is definitely one of the reasons for that. We know a thing or two about it because notorious-mag is based in Vienna. Café is almost an extra room of our home. So take seriously our top list with the 5 best … Read more
My grandmother used to say she needed a glass of champagne a day to be happy! While it amuses me to prescribe this cure to anyone a bit blue, part of me knows it must be true that champagne is the best antidepressant. Grandma lived quite a life, not to mention her many years of … Read more
The British capital will be packed with the stylish fashion crowd, so where to go in London if you want to skip Fashion Week? It is time for the fashion caravan to move to the U.K. for London Fashion Week, which begins on Friday the 13th; hello, superstitious! I selected some of the coolest spots … Read more
The modern aesthetic of today’s Balenciaga, directed by Demna Gvasalia, is very different from the creations of Cristóbal Balenciaga during his lifetime. In fact, a fantastic exhibition we saw at the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum in Madrid, showed that Cristóbal Balenciaga, one of the most celebrated fashion designers ever, found inspiration for his creations in Fine Art … Read more
The famous and collectable series Louis Vuitton City Guides celebrated its 20 years, launching a digital version. Who better than Louis Vuitton, who began making trunks and suitcases for travellers in 1854, to have the best tips from all around the world? Since 1998, the Louis Vuitton City Guide’s provided travellers, dreamers and even local … Read more
We’re all looking forward to being able to travel again. But you surely want to find somewhere truly special to go, don’t you? Consequently, we’ve rounded up seven unexpected travel destinations for you, from exotic beaches to places most tourists don’t choose. Additionally, we picked affordable yet fantastic destinations because being on a budget doesn’t … Read more
I’m travelling to Paris for a few days before going to the countryside, it is a very short trip so I want to pack clever, taking only essentials items. But because being practical and comfortable doesn’t mean being unstylish, here are the basic items that I need in my baggage for a short trip over the … Read more
I have fantastic news. No, they haven’t found life on Mars nor the secret of eternal youth. But what I am about to share with you is much more exciting than that! New research found the key to a lasting and happy relationship! According to this new study, there is one key character trait even … Read more
Article updated on 25.04.2021 Burgers are one of the most popular foods in the world. And, although the Viennese kitchen is mostly known for its Wiener Schnitzel and Apfelstrudel, Vienna also offers some of the best burgers you’ll ever have. The ones you want to lick all of your ten fingers and even consider having … Read more
We all enjoy reading a fun list or a “how-to” guide but sometimes they can be a bit controversial, like the “Unofficial Goldman Sachs Guide to Being a Man”. The American multinational investment bank’s guide went viral and caused heated discussions, with some people loving it and others, hating the list. The original guide was … Read more
As soon as I hear the word “summer“, I begin dreaming of white sandy beaches. But a fresh mountain cabin or a beautiful lake sounds perfect too. Mind you, visiting a new city isn’t bad either. So, how can we choose the best place to go for summer vacations with so many options? To make … Read more
Burritos, tacos, enchiladas… just thinking about Mexican food makes our mouths watering. While going to Mexico would be the best thing to do in this case, the easier solution is for sure to head out to one of the many Mexican restaurants here in Vienna. While finding good food seems to be easy in a big … Read more