SWEET TREAT OF THE WEEK: The Darby Sundae

Edited by Amanda Gabriele

It’s Chocolate Week in the UK, so it’s time to reflect on the sweet healthy benefits of the cocoa bean and the delicious treats it produces. Along with vitamins B, C, E and plenty of antioxidants, we like our chocolate with a little bit of alcohol. Enter The Darby Sundae from Pastry Chef Kevin O’Brien. Vanilla ice cream is topped with chocolate sauce, crushed Pralines, toasted, slivered almonds and a splash of Jameson Whiskey. Is your mouth watering yet?

FEATURED PHOTOGRAPHER: Rankin

Edited by Hillary Frazier

If you aren’t already familiar with his stuff, head immediately over to Rankin’s site.  You’re bound to find something you recognize (like the shot from Mary Kate and Ashley’s Influence  cover), and be unbelievably impressed with his extensive portfolio.  Rankin co-launched Dazed & Confused in ’91 with his business partner, Jefferson Hack, and has continued to shake up the photo world ever since.  He’s done dozens of famous ad campaigns (from Nike, to Dove, to Jameson), and shot just about every celebrity (Madonna, Heidi Klum, The Rolling Stones, Kate Moss…), but I was impressed the most by his beauty portfolio, a series of creative shots, crazy makeup , and perfect lighting.  Rankin is best known for his intimacy with his subjects, and these up close and personal shots display just that.

SOURCE: Kingdom Of Style