History has a funny way of weaving its way in and out of our lives. Some of us are lured to it, others perplexed as to how to reconcile the past with our high tech lives we maintain. Even if you could care less about the Louisiana Purchase and the … Read more
The road bends sharply as you descend a hill into South Londonderry; blink and you’ll miss the small hamlet nestled along the West River. It was here that Chloe and Wesley Genovart decamped from New York City life to raise a family and build a restaurant. The result, SoLo Farm … Read more
Pure and simple. That’s the essence of Norway from its fjords, as clear and clean as they look, to its people, whose frank gaze and forthright attitude are equally refreshing. Freshness also distinguishes Norwegian food. Blessed with more than 15,000 miles of fjord-indented coastline, bathed by four bodies of … Read more
The often-illusive “American Dream” was and still is a driving force behind the success of the restaurant, The Palm. When Pio Bozzi and John Ganzi immigrated to New York from Parma, Italy, undoubtedly, they were motivated by the dream of a better life with more opportunity. Luckily for New Yorkers, … Read more
Of the many restaurants that line the main drag of Santorini’s famous town of Fira in the Greek islands, Sphinx stands out. The flamingo pink color of the entire restaurant which is situated on numerous levels leading down to the sea, each one different from the other, is unmistakable. Pink … Read more
Vinsanto, the restaurant at the Vedema Resort, knows a thing or two about making an entrance. Housed in a former 19th century winery, it’s (hands down) a world away from anything else on the island. Situated in the tiny town of Megalohori, 15 minutes’ drive from Fira on the island … Read more
The music at the pool bar is in a deep eighties groove. From David Bowie to the Thompson Twins, Alpha Ville to Bananarama, the sounds of the era of excess are taking center stage at the Aressana Hotel’s pool, that is, along with a gurgling waterfall and the occasional clink … Read more
Kona Inn Positioned at the water’s edge of Kailua Bay on the Big Island of Hawaii, the Kona Inn is a striking reminder of why people continue to travel to the middle of the Pacific Ocean for vacation. With an open-air dining area that allows a sea breeze to blow … Read more
There is a town situated amongst two massive volcanoes, lush mountains, rolling fields of prairie grass, extensive ranch lands, and the Pacific Ocean. When described like that Waimea may sound imaginary, but it’s not. I’ve been there, and I’ve come back to tell the tale of one of its greatest … Read more
A lilting riff on a grand piano greets the lucky guests that enter the temple of design and culinary excellence that is Savoy. Clearly a place where deals are made and hearts are won, Savoy is one of those experiences that’s talked about. Perched on the 8th floor of … Read more