Once again, your intrepid reporter hit the road to discover an immersive olfactory exhibit which presented new revelations about the polymath, Leonardo da Vinci. What is the link between this Renaissance Man and perfumery? Let’s find out.

Esxence is a fragrant memory but you can watch all the workshops on demand from YouTube! There’s never enough time to visit all the booths and attend the conferences, so now you can relive the talks at your leisure. Read our overview for highlights then start watching!

A beverage cherished across the globe, coffee has a history as rich and diverse as its flavor. From its humble beginnings in ancient Ethiopia to its modern ubiquity, coffee has woven itself into the fabric of different human cultures. Let’s delve into the multifaceted world of coffee, examining its roots and the different ways to enjoy it in various cultures, as well as the secrets behind the impact of its unique aroma on mood which fostered the realm of perfumery for four decades now.

How do you get a Royal Warrant? What is the value? We’ll cover this in Chapter Four before taking a look into the future in our final installment of a three-part series.

Eccentric, quirky, traditional and conservative, the Brits are a study in contrast. How do these characteristics play out in perfumery? Let’s find out in the second installment of a three-part series.

At last we shine a light on Great Britain and it's fragrance heritage. Did you know one of the oldest continuously running perfume houses in the world is based in London? Or that functional fragrances play a major role in their traditions? Discover this fascinating story in the first of a three-part series.