Alexandra Zagalsky
Alexandra Zagalsky is a London-based journalist specialising in luxury, art and travel. She began her career working on a cultural guide for English-speaking expats in Paris, where her first major break was an interview with Lionel Poilâne, the late baker of Saint-Germain-des-Prés famed for his signature sourdough loaves. Returning to London in her early 20s, she went on to write for not only The Week but also The Art Newspaper’s Art of Luxury supplement, The Telegraph and The Times, as well as art and design platforms including 1stDibs’ Introspective Magazine and the magazines of the V&A, Sotheby’s and Christie’s. She studied fine art and art history at Goldsmiths, University of London and continues to explore travel journalism through the lens of art, craftsmanship and culture.
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Rexhep Rexhepi: the watchmaker’s watchmakerIn Depth Meet Rexhep Rexhepi the maverick force in Swiss horology
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Interview: photographer Nick KnightIn Depth The revered fashion photographer on his passion for English garden roses
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Northern Light: an interview with designer Cecilie BahnsenIn Depth The Danish designer on her very orderly approach to creating dreamy collections
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Praising Arizona: an afternoon with a mindful model and activistIn Depth
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The best sustainable Christmas giftsThe Week Recommends
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Unusual Christmas gifts for jewellery-loversThe Week Recommends
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Paris Hôtel Plaza Athénée: modern sensibility meets historic charmThe Week Recommends The secret to impeccable service and flair at one of the world's most famous hotel
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Hotel Fauchon review: a sweet stay in ParisThe Week Recommends Legendary Parisian delicatessen brings its own flavour to new hotel
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The mad and marvellous world of Theo FennellIn Depth Fulham's iconic boutique is a sparkling example of homegrown craftsmanship
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The Aquaman: in conversation with wild swimmer Ross EdgleyIn Depth Edgley on his five-month record-breaking swim around Great Britain
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The Art Master: a stay at The Fife Arms, BraemarThe Week Recommends An art-filled boutique hotel in the heart of the Cairngorms
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A brush with biolontology at the Espace Chenot Health Wellness SpaThe Week Recommends Getting to grips with the ultra-trendy treatment whose fans include Premier League footballers
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Rolls-Royce Cullinan: a new frontier in coachbuild designIn Depth A luxury ride in this decade's most talked about SUV release
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The key to elegance: inside Jaeger-LeCoultreIn Depth To understand the timeless appeal of the luxury watchmaker, you need to explore the details
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Acting Marvel: interview with Michael B. JordanIn Depth The sky’s the limit for Black Panther actor and Piaget ambassador
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Stay at the Palace: La Réserve Hotel Spa, Paris reviewThe Week Recommends Paris' La Réserve Hotel and Spa elevates luxury to a whole new realm of excellence
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Bastien Gonzalez: the best pedicure in the worldThe Week Recommends A treat for the feet at the Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park
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Comforting Words: Bella Freud on the power of languageIn Depth The British designer has put the written word at the heart of her creations
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Bankside Marriott review: a prestige art hotel in SouthbankThe Week Recommends A sleek and stylish luxury newcomer on the banks of the Thames
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Maryam Eisler: the Iranian photographer rekindles the power of Tina ModottiIn Depth New series peels back the layers of a love story charged with emotion and political idealism
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Man of his time: Benedict Cumberbatch interviewIn Depth The Sherlock star on complex characters, passion projects and his directorial ambitions
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Chanel's special effects studio: Maison LesageThe Week Recommends The Chanel-owned institution of handwork and fine stitchery
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Top five personalised Christmas giftsThe Week Recommends Give your presents that personal touch
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She rules: three female-led independent labels to knowIn Depth Women at the forefront of cutting-edge glamour and creativity
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