This week's links. Enjoy.
50 Best Books of the 1920s
Looking for some nostalgic summer reading? Have a look at this great round up of classics from the 1920s, featuring Virginia Woolf, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Colette, P.G. Wodehouse, Anita Loos, Andre Breton and Pablo Neruda among many others.
Barcelona Modern
Have a look at a beautifully renovated apartment in Barcelona, featuring stunning patterned floor tiles and ornate molding.
Mona Lisa Made From 1,292 Spools of Thread
In business since 1926, custom tailored clothing store Ejjeh & Sons in Beirut, Lebanon wanted to update their brand to appeal to a younger generation. WIth the help of République Beirut, they went with this amazing version of the Mona Lisa. Follow the link for photos.
Toronto International Film Festival 2013 Trailers
Want to see what's playing at TIFF 2013? Follow the link to view all 22 trailers for the films due to open there.
Q And A With Manuel, the Designer Who Made Johnny Cash 'The Man in Black'
Esquire interviews Manuel of Manuel Couture, the man who designed Little Richard's purple jacket, created Elvis's gold suit and made Johnny Cash "The Man in Black'.
Food Art
Design Boom recently rounded up a series of articles about food art — discover edible glasses, chocolate sneakers and banana tattoos among many other wild and wonderful things.
Summer Drinks Without the Soda
Check out these 6 recipes for refreshing and healthy spritzers, smoothies and sippers featuring fruit, ginger and other fresh ingredients.
Goat Cheese and Heirloom Tomato Tart
A really beautiful dish — perfect for showcasing colourful summer tomatoes.
(photo via hannah's room)