Tag: power
Icons March 2022
The Last Samouraï
Alain Delon’s broodingly fragile allure, stellar performances and effortlessly louche ensembles have enshrined him as an enduring emblem of style.
Code May 2016
Greed is Good
Etiquette dictates that one does not discuss religion or politics – but what about the lesser acknowledged divisive subject of greed?
Icons May 2016
Bold, Brash and Proud: Jack Johnson
Famously remembered as the man who defeated James Jeffries in the Fight of the Century to become the first African American world heavyweight boxing champion, Jack Johnson was a controversial…
Pleasure May 2016
Power Punch: Super Strength Cocktails
The Rake invites you to prop up your favourite speakeasy with a classic cocktail – these pack a powerful punch and, once mastered, make for the ultimate in party tricks.
Icons May 2016
Rakish Dynasties: Joe and John F Kennedy
The story of this American establishment dynasty’s rise is so good, it’s criminal.
Code May 2016
Mercury Rising
Climate change is inevitable, so let’s bring in some renewable mental energy and take a positive, constructive approach to its onset, says The Rake‘s table-slapping antagonist.
Icons May 2016
Empire of The Sons: The Rothschilds
It started humbly in the early 19th century, when a German-Jewish banker sent each of his five male offspring to plant the family flag in the financial hotspots of Europe.…
Pleasure May 2016
From Cognac to Cannes
Rake Towers discovers the history of Cannes Film Festival with the help of Rémy Martin and their limited edition XO cognac.
Code May 2016
What do women really want?
What do stunningly attractive women with the heart and smarts to match seek in a male companion? We asked a lady who fits that description to elaborate.
Pleasure May 2016
Infinity Brunch
This month's theme of Power takes Rake Towers on a tour of infinity brunches; serving never-ending supplies of champagne and whatever else a Rake's heart so desires between the hours…
Pleasure May 2016
Monaco's Other Palace | Hôtel Hermitage
In the heart of the hustle and bustle of Monte-Carlo, Hôtel Hermitage has elegantly imposed itself as a 5 stars Palace Leading Hotel, in true Belle Époque style.
Code May 2016
Faith No More
The wild and lamebrained claims of religion have hijacked human thought and behaviour for almost as long as the Earth has been turning. Enough of this madness! We cannot ban…
