Journal

Whites Lies: The Polychromy of Ancient Greek sculptures

Ancient Greek sculptures were never meant to be white at all, and were once polychrome,  adorned in vivid reds, deep blues and golden yellows.

Inn Good Company: Cassandra at The Surprise

Step inside an intimate evening with Cassandra as she invited guests to look closer at the extraordinary world of emeralds and sapphires, revealing the science, stories and craftsmanship behind the...

Delphi & The Oracle

Discover the story of ancient Delphi, from the pilgrims who climbed the Sacred Way in search of guidance from the Oracle to the Doric columns of the Temple of Apollo that inspired Cassandra’s newes...

Cassandra's Guide to London in Autumn 2026

What to do, what to see and where to eat this autumn in London.

Tassies: A Study in Stone

Discover the fascinating story of Tassies, eighteenth-century replicas so expertly crafted they were often mistaken for ancient gems.

The Return of the Bayeux Tapestry

The Bayeux Tapestry is finally returning to England. Nearly 1,000 years after the Norman Conquest, this extraordinary medieval masterpiece will be exhibited at the British Museum from September 202...

An Interview with Nicholas H Wood

Nicholas H Wood of his eponymous Bath studio takes us behind the scenes of his craft, from the ancient inspirations shaping his Greek sculptures to the discipline and discoveries that bring each pi...

STONE + SEA

Discover the inspiration behind some of Cassandra's most beloved jewels from her latest Greco collection.

A Jewel to Mark a Transatlantic Visit

Cassandra handcrafted a bespoke brooch for the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association, celebrating the enduring bond between England and America through craft and symbolism.

An Interview with the Head of Tourism of the Embassy of Greece

Eleni Skarveli shares her Greek summer favourites, from islands and mainland escapes to London spots, celebrating food, culture, hospitality and heritage.