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The Dylan: A lovely Dublin hotel.

The Dylan: A lovely Dublin hotel.

With a press trip to Ireland, I was excited to stay at new hotels.  Who am I kidding? I think we’ve already established how much I love a boutique hotel, no matter where in the world it’s located.  Enter the Dylan Hotel in Dublin.  Tucked […]

My Top Dishes of July 2019.

My Top Dishes of July 2019.

July was certainly a busy month!  Between Paru, a repeat visit to Phoenix Social Club, trying Chapter 2 at Tresind Studio, Lah Lah, and others in the UAE, plus dining around Dublin, I was a happy foodie.  I’m also proud that I’ve started making some […]

Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud.**

Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud.**

With only two free meals available on my recent press trip to Dublin with Bord Bia, having heard some honest feedback from a friend, I decided not to give Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud my only dinner, but instead, to book a lunch seating.  Ultimately, I think […]

Dax, a definite dining do in Dublin.

Dax, a definite dining do in Dublin.

On my recent trip to Dublin, I purposely booked an early dinner at award-winning Dax.  Knowing I would be trying their tasting menu and understanding there would be some long days with my Bord Bia tour, I was quite pleased with my choice.  After all […]

Weekend links.

Weekend links.

The past two weeks have been a bit…unique.  I filmed a segment for my first international television show (more details when I can share them).  I was requested to film another segment in the Maldives with another group… I honestly don’t think anything will happen […]

Top 5 Things To Consider When Hiring A Chauffeur.

Top 5 Things To Consider When Hiring A Chauffeur.

Today we welcome a collaborative post from a talented contributor.  Enjoy, C.  When planning travel, there are many different reasons why you may require a chauffeur.  Often, hospitality companies go down this route when they are attempting to impress a special client.  Or, maybe you’re […]

Weekend links.

Weekend links.

It was a busy trip home to the States, but I’m back in action and excited to see where July will take me! For my POC culinary ladies. On (sort of) the same subject: the history of feminist restaurants. With my Room 702 included (!), […]

My Top Dishes of June 2019.

My Top Dishes of June 2019.

Wowzers, June was a loooooong month.  Having visited two countries in between a few meals in town, an outstanding Macallan event, and attending Eat DXB, there was a lot of food! So, what was the most memorable? The Toast, Crown Jewel. Assorted dips and Tandoor […]

Crown Jewel, your best island afternoon in Maine.

Crown Jewel, your best island afternoon in Maine.

Heading up on a glorious summer day to see my sister in Portland, I was more than happy to let her make the decisions about where we would eat and drink (even if my last visit ended up being a rather interesting story).  To start […]