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Time Out revealed today that Nørrebro in Copenhagen tops its fourth annual World’s Coolest Neighbourhoods list: the cultural and culinary hotspots that are also leading the way as we begin to emerge from the pandemic. Since 2018, Time Out’s annual list of the World’s Coolest Neighbourhoods has been collated using the experiences and opinions of thousands of locals in hundreds of cities around the world via the annual Time Out Index survey, combined with the expertise of Time Out’s international network of local editors and city experts. This year, more than 27,000 city-dwellers around the world were asked to nominate their city’s coolest, most underrated and most culturally exciting neighbourhood. To create and rank the final list, Time Out’s local expert editors and writers rated neighbourhoods for great vibes, food, drink, nightlife, emerging culture, community spirit and resilience. They also considered sustainability and innovative green initiatives along with other quality-of-life factors that promote stress-free living.  Caroline McGinn, Global Editor-in-Chief of Time Out, said: “Time Out’s annual list of the World’s Coolest Neighbourhoods is a love letter to the city at its most joyful and surprising. It celebrates the hyperlocal places where the cities of the future are being made up, on the spot. In the last 12 months, grassroots community culture has been vital to preserving the health and optimism of city-dwellers and the restaurants, bars, galleries and culture sp

Today, the 2021 HERoes Advocate Executives List was announced celebrating the 35 senior leaders who are championing and advocating for women in the workplace. Time Out Group CEO, Julio Bruno, has been selected as part of the index of leaders, which includes CEO’s from Diageo, WPP, Goldman Sachs, Blackrock and many more. Those named are striving towards removing career barriers for female employees within their business and industry and are dedicated to creating a more diverse and inclusive business environment. Throughout his career and at Time Out Group, Julio has always surrounded himself with a team of mixed genders, races and ethnicities. The leadership team Julio currently heads at Time Out has a 50:50 gender split. In addition, 58% of the whole workforce is female and there is no gender pay gap. The company’s HR recruitment process involves practicing blind recruitment, to avoid unconscious bias around hiring men over women, and insisting on a 50% minority candidate long list from any agencies used. During 2020, in response to the issues faced by working parents over the pandemic, Time Out created a family resource centre as a support to help with mental health and the time off needed while working and caregiving simultaneously. Every year Time Out celebrates International Women's Day, both internally and through the company’s media megaphone, and Julio actively encourages his editorial team to spotlight female owned businesses as well as minority-owned businesses. CEO

San Francisco is the world’s number one city right now according to the fourth annual Time Out Index released today. The city’s unbeatable combination of progressiveness, acceptance and sustainability earned it the coveted top spot as the best city in the world for living and social life, followed by Amsterdam, Manchester, Copenhagen and New York. The hotly anticipated, annual Time Out Index combines the experiences and opinions of thousands of people in hundreds of cities around the world with the expertise of Time Out’s global network of local editors and city experts to capture and celebrate what makes a city great right now. The Time Out Index 2021 had more than 27,000 global participants and worked through the challenges of Covid-19 and lockdown restrictions to represent the soul of their cities. The cities were rated for eating and drinking, culture and nightlife, with more emphasis than ever on community spirit and environmental initiatives. Respondents shared how easy it is to do things like express themselves, make new friends and even hook up with people, in addition to relaxing and discovering new things. This year, editors posed questions around activism and community projects, sustainability and the importance of green spaces to gain insight into the cities thinking about the future as well as the now. Time Out crunched the numbers along with local expert knowledge to compile this year’s definitive ranking of the world’s best cities right now for living and socia

Time Out Market, the world’s first editorially curated food and cultural market, today announces the launch of its local cultural entertainment program at Time Out Market Dubai. Kicking off on 3 August 2021, Time Out Stage Presents will showcase local musical talent, with regular events perfectly complementing the 17 food concepts of Dubai’s award-winning chefs and restaurateurs all under one roof. Every Tuesday from 7-10pm, artists will take over the Time Out Stage to serve up a musical experience as impressive as the food and drinks. Fully licensed, the expertly designed space features three spectacularly unique bars that serve original mixed drinks inspired by global Time Out Market locations as well as a great selection of hops, grapes and mocktails.  The entertainment program is being launched in collaboration with The Fridge, Dubai’s premier talent agency known for promoting the best local talent and live entertainment. Promising a truly eclectic variety of live music, the all-star line-up of home-grown performers at Time Out Market Dubai this August includes:  3rd August: Abri Dubai-born singer-songwriter Abri will kick off proceedings with a soulful set of his well-known songs 10th August: Carl and the Reda Mafia With members hailing from India, Greece, Egypt and Nigeria, guests can expect funk and rock from international sensations Carl and the Reda Mafia 17th August: Ciaran Fox Irish swing vocalist Ciaran channels the great crooners through the ages from Sin

Today, Time Out, the global media and hospitality brand that helps people explore and experience the soul of the city, reveals its list of the 50 best cinemas in the UK and Ireland. The top ten features the Iconic BFI Southbank, not one but two historic picturehouses in Edinburgh, and an art deco Dublin theatre. With the majority of UK and Irish cinemas reopen again and big blockbuster releases on the horizon, Time Out’s global film editor Phil de Semlyen curated the ultimate guide to local cinemas to make it even easier for moviegoers to get back out and escape to another world for a couple of hours.  “The temporary closure of cinemas has left a huge gap in our lives over these past months, so we’ve set out to celebrate the moviegoing experience in all its variety,” said Phil de Semlyen, global film editor at Time Out. “There are close to 1000 cinemas in the British Isles and we’ve scoured them all, taking into consideration everything from pricing to programming, history to hospitality – and all with an eye for cinemas that connect deeply with their local communities. From cosy indies, to ultra-luxe modern picturehouses, to colossal multiplexes, to art deco one-screeners, these 50 cinemas represent the very best of British and Irish movie houses.” The cinema topping the list is The Stella Cinema in Dublin’s buzzy suburb of Rathmines, which was the largest cinema in Ireland when it opened in 1923. Now sympathetically restored, it features midnight screenings and a cocktail b

Time Out, the global media and hospitality brand that helps people explore and experience the soul of the city, was announced today as an official media partner for Copenhagen 2021 WorldPride and EuroGames. Copenhagen 2021 (12–22 August) is the world’s most significant LGBTI+ event taking place in 2021, where thousands of people will celebrate and advocate for LGBTI+ equality in Denmark and Sweden, countries often cited as being among the most progressive for equality and human rights. It’s the first time WorldPride and EuroGames have been combined, and the first time that either has been split across two cities in two countries. With COVID19 having affected the original event plans, digital channels are more important than ever to encourage the broadest possible participation of LGBTI+ people and activists from around the world – even those who can’t physically be at the events. That’s where Time Out comes in. The media partnership, activated across Time Out’s global network of websites and social media channels, will have a particular focus on the Drag Night event on Friday August 20 2021 in Copenhagen. Time Out’s editorial team will build excitement ahead of the event with line-up announcements, ticket giveaways and collaborations with performers to get their tips on enjoying the soul of each of their cities, culminating in a drive across digital and social media to encourage as many people as possible around the world to tune in to the Drag Night live stream.   Steve Tayl

Time Out Market, the world’s first editorially curated food and cultural market reopened in Montreal July 2, 2021. Time Out Market Montréal, the city's premier culinary and cultural hub located in the heart of downtown Montreal (Centre Eaton de Montréal, 705 Saint-Catherine St. West) is proud to showcase delicious local cuisine, craft cocktails and cultural experiences for adults, kids and families alike.  “We have worked closely with renowned local chefs and restaurateurs as well as the artists community to capture and celebrate the soul of Montreal,” said Didier Souillat, CEO Time Out Market, “We are pleased to offer guests an immersive and engaging way to enjoy the authentic flavor and diversity of the city.” The 40,000 square feet Market is bringing back excitement and fun with 10 eateries, a pop-up kitchen, three bars, a cooking academy and a retail shop. As the centrepiece of Centre Eaton de Montréal—a major downtown destination owned and managed by global real estate leader Ivanhoé Cambridge—Time Out Market offers guests the very best of the city under one roof, creating a dynamic destination that embodies the vibrancy of Montreal.  Featuring local cultural entertainment and a lineup of star-studded Montreal chefs and restaurateurs, the Market will continue to add additional concepts in the coming months. Time Out Market Montréal’s new and returning culinary favourites include: (New) Le Blossom, A favourite from Montreal’s Village neighbourhood, Le Blossom has taken

Time Out Market Montréal, the city's premier culinary and cultural hub, located in the heart of downtown Montreal (Centre Eaton de Montréal, 705 Saint-Catherine St. West), announced today that it will reopen its doors and welcome back guests on Friday, July 2, 2021. Home to some of Montreal’s most celebrated chefs, the market is proud to offer a curated showcase of delicious local cuisine, craft cocktails and cultural experiences that capture the soul of the city.  “We have worked closely with renowned local chefs, artists and mixologists to bring the heart and soul of Montreal to life,” said Didier Souillat, CEO Time Out Market, “We are pleased to offer guests an immersive and engaging way to enjoy the authentic flavor and variety of the city, at a time when consumers are looking forward to in-person experiences again.” Spanning 40,000 square feet, Time Out Market Montréal showcases the authentic flavor and creativity of the city. From morning to night, guests can experience the market’s 11 eateries, pop-up kitchen, three bars, a cooking academy and a retail shop. As the centrepiece of Centre Eaton de Montréal, located on the historic Sainte-Catherine Street—a major downtown destination owned and managed by global real estate leader Ivanhoé Cambridge—Time Out Market offers guests the very best of the city under one roof, creating a dynamic destination to take in food and fun all summer long. Featuring  local cultural entertainment and a lineup of star-studded Montreal chefs

Time Out Market Chicago—the premier culinary and cultural hub at 916 W. Fulton Market is now open. The Market is proud to offer a carefully curated showcase of delicious cuisine, craft cocktails and local cultural experiences that capture the soul of the city.  “It is so exciting to have our guests back to rediscover the flavor, heart and creativity of the city,” said Sumindi Peiris, Chief Marketing Officer, Time Out Group. “We have closely collaborated with our renowned and locally loved chefs and restaurateurs to capture the essence of Chicago’s award-winning dining scene and bring it to life, in an inspiring manner, under one roof.” The Market, located in one of the city’s most sought-after dining destinations, offers guests a culinary journey that reflects the authenticity and flavor of Chicago. Spanning 53,000 square feet, the Market includes an expansive patio along bustling Fulton Market Street and a rooftop bar—an ideal destination to take in the food, fun and sun all summer long. Bringing guests a standout lineup of top Chicago chefs and restaurateurs, the Market will continue to add additional concepts in the coming months. New and returning culinary favorites include:  Arami, one of the pioneering restaurants in Chicago’s now-booming West Town neighborhood by restaurateur Ty Fujimura, offering traditional and contemporary Japanese cuisine. Bittersweet Pastry Shop, Founded in 1992, Bittersweet Pastry Shop & Café has become a destination for French pastries, special

Today, Time Out, the global media and hospitality brand that helps people explore and experience the soul of the city, debuts its first-ever list naming the World’s Coolest Streets. The top ten of 30 streets listed includes a street in Melbourne crowned number one – with Barcelona, London, Havana and LA narrowly missing out on the top spot. These incredible streets have been chosen by 27,000 city residents from around the world and by Time Out’s expert local editors and writers, for their perfect balance of local culture, food, and fun. “Our first ever World’s Coolest Streets list celebrates the great local businesses and communities that make our cities and streets exciting,” said James Manning, International Editor of Time Out. “They have kept us going through the past year and it’s more important than ever to support them as the world begins reopening. From outdoor dining to open-air culture, street life is where you can glimpse the future of our cities. Humans are social creatures and these streets are the places to be as we start eating, drinking and socialising together once again.” The list is a first of its kind for Time Out and has been collated from the opinions of city residents via the brand’s annual Time Out Index: a global survey of more than 27,000 locals who were each asked to nominate their city’s coolest street. To rank the list, Time Out’s international network of more than 100 local editors and experts factored in food, drink, art, culture, nightlife and c