A deep salmon pink beckons the lucky diner that ventures down the long staircase to Koukoumavlos Restaurant in Fira, Santorini. Located below the Atlantis Hotel and the Metropolis at the quiet, eastern corner of Fira, the restaurant was once an 18th century sea captain’s abode. The color of this spectacular … Read more
When you live in New York City, nature is hard to come by. But there’s times when you can sit in the park under the shade of a tree, and feel the breeze and hear the rustling leaves of a nearby branch. Though Central Park is manmade, it’s easy to … Read more
Hey, future brides, this one’s for you. Wedding planning can be such a high-stress event. Everything, from the type of cake, dress, tuxes, bouquet, rings, corsage, decorations, song selection, invites, and the sixteen different shades of pink can seem like the most cataclysmal decision. We’ve all seen the result of … Read more
Do you have a friend with a treasure chest tucked under his bed, immaculately lined with comics tucked in protective sleeves? If so, this friend is probably a nerd. He’s probably watched each of the original Star Wars movies annually, or maybe swivels in his office chair pretending he’s on … Read more
When my parents went on their 25th anniversary vacation to Napa Valley, I didn’t hear the end of it for weeks. Every night at dinner, they repeated the same stories over and over again as if perhaps I hadn’t heard properly the night before. I’m not even legal to drink … Read more
If you’ve been to London before, you’ve probably seen such iconic sites as Big Ben or the Gherkin. However, with the new attention London received for the 2012 Olympics, these new attractions are making visitors even more excited. The first of these is the ArcelorMittal Orbit. It towers 115 meters … Read more
It’s the weekend foodies and connoisseurs dream about all year, so it’s no surprise that tickets are already selling out for January 2013’s Sun Winefest. We had the good fortune to take a short trip up to Connecticut to attend this year’s extravaganza. Not only did we taste some of the … Read more
Elounda, Crete Every now and then a hotel comes along that defies predictability and shakes a fist at standards. Nestled in a cove on a steep hill plunging down to the Bay of Mirabello in Elounda, Crete, The Porto Elounda Deluxe Resort is one of them. A big stylized “E” … Read more
It seems like these days, everybody’s deluded into thinking they’re great cooks. Maybe it’s because of the Food Network’s rise in popularity, or Pinterest’s millions of cupcake recipes, or perhaps it’s the advent of a strange, strange thing called “food porn”. Whatever it is, as someone who readily admits that … Read more
Sure, going to the Olympics probably has you teeming with excitement. It is, after all, one of the biggest events of the year. And while the energy runs high, so does the chaos. While you’re busy enjoying your time, the streets of London will be swarming with people. Perhaps because … Read more
It’s been said that the island of Santorini was created by a famous earthquake about 1500 BC and that it may be a remnant of the legendary lost continent of Atlantis. While this is true, there is another side to the mysterious island. Writers throughout history have already dedicated countless … Read more
A few months ago, summer seemed so distant. July was an empty playground to be filled with hikes, sailing on the lake, driving with the top down and barbeques with all your friends. But sneaky June has come and gone, leaving you in panic mode. Where did the time go? … Read more
It is no wonder that the term used to describe, “after skiing shenanigans” is French. Après ski has become a universal term originating from the European concept of bringing an end to an epic day of skiing with some drinks, dancing and socializing. Austria has particularly cultivated the art of … Read more
Snowmass Village, Colorado Boudin balls with fennel remoulade awaken your palate and spark curiosity about what’s next … a surprising barbequed shrimp with grits and crisp duck rillettes made of duck confit enlivened with cassis jelly and pistachios. These appetizers surely have you thinking – ‘Creole food in the middle … Read more