The cat’s meow: Haute couture hostelry at Le Bristol Paris

One of the more fortunate felines in the world is a Burmese named Fa-Raon (the phonetic spelling of the French word for “pharaoh”) whose fabulous realm is free “reign” of Le Bristol Paris. Given the ancient Egyptians’ belief in the regal nature of felines, it’s fitting that Fa-Raon should lay claim to a six-story limestone … Read more

Mixologist on a Mission

Chicago bartender Jay Schroeder has written a timely 101 called Understanding Mezcal that tells you everything you need to know about the smokey Mexican spirit.

Beer, Wine, and Fast Cars Top the Agenda in Stuttgart

Stuttgart, in southwestern Germany, is celebrated for its mega fall Canstatter Volksfest beer festival (#2 in the world) and sleek, stylish Mercedes-Benz and Porsche museums.  Among its many other attractions are hillside city vineyards great for strolling and some excellent museums, including art galleries.

Captivating Charleston

So many people love Charleston it’s often voted the number 1 city to visit. And I’m one of them. It’s charming, it’s rich in history and culture, and it’s delicious. Read more about it here Captivating Charleston

What’s Happening in New York 2019

There’s so much happening in New York City this spring there’s no reason to ever leave town. The highlight is the massive Hudson Yards development. Every marquee chef you’ve ever heard of has a restaurant. Plus Mercado Little Spain is an edible 101 on Spanish cuisine.

Designers to the Stars

Working behind the scenes,  kitchen designers set the stage for the world’s great chefs. Read what the tops names–Mark Stech-Novak, Russell Stilwell, Stuart Davis, Tim Harrison, Jimi Yui–have to say about what’s hot and what’s not.  

Drinking in High Style

When you long to dress up and imbibe in glamorous surroundings, New York City has just the spots for you. The holidays are the perfect time to indulge.