Sofia de la Cruz
Sofia de la Cruz joined Wallpaper* as Travel Editor in 2023. Originally from Madrid, she has lived in London for over a decade. She feels most inspired when taking the role of a cultural observer, chronicling the essence of cities and remote corners through their nuances, rituals and people. Her work sits at the intersection of art, design, and culture. In 2026, she was awarded Young Arts Journalist of the Year at the Chartered Institute of Journalists’ annual Young Journalist Awards.
Latest articles by Sofia de la Cruz
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Out of office: the Wallpaper* editors’ picks of the weekIt was a jam-packed week for the Wallpaper* staff, entailing furniture, tech and music launches and lots of good food – from afternoon tea to omakase
By Anna Solomon Published
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Time-travel to the golden age of the cruise ship at Sea Containers LondonThe South Bank hotel celebrates its tenth anniversary with four new suites inspired by period cabin design, from Edwardian elegance to 1980s glamour
By Sofia de la Cruz Published
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Yoshitomo Nara’s skittish universe takes over the Hayward Gallery‘Yoshitomo Nara’ at the Hayward Gallery in London explores four decades of the Japanese artist’s beloved oeuvre
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Scotland’s most opulent sleeper train just got even more lavishTo mark four decades connecting stops across the majestic highlands, Belmond’s Royal Scotsman has revealed even more plush overnight cars
By Sofia de la Cruz Published
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Wallpaper* checks in at The Palace Madrid: an old soul with new sparkleOnce a haunt for intellectuals and artists, Madrid’s grand dame navigates a new era of luxury following a four-year-long renovation by Lázaro Rosa-Violán Studio
By Sofia de la Cruz Published
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Twin Peaks’ Double R Diner is coming to London (for a day)Mubi marks Twin Peaks’ 35th anniversary with pop-up diner and streaming release
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Tour Eurostar’s sleek new lounges in Paris and BrusselsLondon-based Chris Bagot Architects has designed a stylish environment in which to work or unwind prior to high-speed rail travel
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Taste a Louis Vuitton summer in sun-drenched Saint-TropezThe Arnaud Donckele & Maxime Frédéric at Louis Vuitton restaurant returns to the White 1921 Saint-Tropez hotel for its third edition, now with a Michelin star
By Sofia de la Cruz Published
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Out of office: what the Wallpaper* editors have been up to this weekThis week saw the Wallpaper* team jet-setting to Jordan and New York; those of us left in London had to make do with being transported via the power of music at rooftop bars, live sets and hologram performances
By Anna Solomon Published
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A local’s guide to London – Climax Books founder Isabella Burley’s favourite hauntsCreative consultant Isabella Burley credits growing up in the English capital with shaping who she is today. She takes us on a tour of some significant spots
By Sofia de la Cruz Published
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Out of office: what the Wallpaper* editors have been up to this weekThis week, the Wallpaper* staff kept it local in London for a week of inaugurations: new members’ clubs, furniture collections, car models and studio albums
By Anna Solomon Published
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Six irresistible Marrakech hotels for art loversExplore landmark Marrakech hotels such as Es Saadi and Riad Madani for museum-quality private art collections
By Tom Seymour Published
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In defence of souvenirs: 10 photographers on their most prized mementoesPhysical keepsakes, whether priceless or prosaic, can be the most meaningful mementoes of a trip. We asked ten well-travelled photographers about their favourite souvenirs
By Sofia de la Cruz Published
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Five tranquil suites by Patricia Urquiola suspend visitors ‘between sea and sky’ in CapriPatricia Urquiola dreams up a study in contrast and tradition for the next chapter of Jumeirah Capri Palace
By Sofia de la Cruz Published
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Ghanaian cuisine has a story to tell at Washington, DC restaurant ElminaThe new restaurant is chef Eric Adjepong’s colourful ode to the recipes he grew up loving
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Marylebone restaurant Nina turns up the volume on Italian diningAt Nina, don’t expect a view of the Amalfi Coast. Do expect pasta, leopard print and industrial chic
By Sofia de la Cruz Published
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Dining at Pyrá feels like a Mediterranean kiss on both cheeksDesigned by House of Dré, this Lonsdale Road addition dishes up an enticing fusion of Greek and Spanish cooking
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Everything you need to know about Italy's Lake Maggiore, according to FormafantasmaFrom baroque gardens to panoramic views, Andrea Trimarchi and Simone Farresin show us around this Italian escape
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Where to eat and drink in Milan as per the city’s designersAtelier Biagetti, Cristina Celestino, DWA Design Studio, Older, Paloma Serafini Associati and Studiopepe share their favourite Milan haunts
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This arresting new photography book is a visual mediation on daily life in IndonesiaWith his lens, photographer Farid Renais Ghimas explores home, memory and the spaces in between
By Sofia de la Cruz Published
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Corner Corner may be London's most unique entertainment destination yetThe newly-opened venue combines food, jazz and—yes—urban farming beneath one sprawling roof
By Sofia de la Cruz Published
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Is a tiny tattoo the best holiday souvenir? Kimpton Hotels think soIn partnership with Tiny Zaps, Kimpton Hotels is bringing city-inspired tattoo pop-ups to five U.S. locations
By Sofia de la Cruz Published
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For a taste of Greece, head to this playful new restaurant in London’s ChelseaPachamama Group’s latest venture, Bottarga, dishes up taverna flavours in an edgy bistro-style setting
By Sofia de la Cruz Published
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Prada and Wong Kar-wai dream up a cinematic restaurant in ShanghaiPrada partners with Wong Kar-wai to bring Mi Shang Rong Zhai to life, a dining experience influenced by the arthouse director’s seminal oeuvre
By Sofia de la Cruz Published
