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My Top Dishes of October 2018.

My Top Dishes of October 2018.

With plenty of international travel this month, it’s no wonder there’s a range across countries for my favorite dishes in October 2018. As always, in no particular order… Egg custard, Mingles. Scallops, Gary Danko. Pork Belly, Antebellum. Given that I’ll be in Dubai for the […]

Antebellum, Contemporary Southern Charms.

Antebellum, Contemporary Southern Charms.

After a return trip to Yonah Vineyards (a must do if you are in Northern Georgia), and a high school reunion that wasn’t (a longer story if you want to hear it, just ask) and other stressful type things on my weekend to Atlanta, I was […]

Gary Danko,* what does a Michelin star mean?

Gary Danko,* what does a Michelin star mean?

Due to some less organized behavior by yours truly, I ended up with an extra night, or rather, an evening with no dinner plans while in San Francisco. The dining scene in the city is rather daunting – there is so much choice! Anyway, being […]

Tiburon, relaxed NoCal vibes.

Tiburon, relaxed NoCal vibes.

With an invitation to Google’s Local Guides Connect this year, I made plans to spend a few extra days in the San Francisco area. Having friends and family nearby, I chose not to stay in the city (mostly because I knew the bulk of the […]

Mingles*: Subtle Seoul, #11 on Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants, 2018.

Mingles*: Subtle Seoul, #11 on Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants, 2018.

As my first four days in Seoul were a bit of a disaster (read about the events here), I was desperate to make something of the trip, even if on the last day. Enter, Mingles. As I researched fine dining restaurants in the city, hoping […]

My first press trip: So many lessons.

My first press trip: So many lessons.

So, thus far in my social media career (for lack of a better definition), I’ve managed to travel on a few overseas visits. Mostly, they were for specific properties, and once for a speaking engagement in Jordan. I’ve also had my share of trips fall […]

Soneva Fushi: Down to Earth by Ravi.

Soneva Fushi: Down to Earth by Ravi.

There are certain images which immediately make you think of the Maldives, are there not? No matter which Pinterest boards you’ve looked at, one of those expectations has to be the romantic dining on the beach scenario. Soneva Fushi is no stranger to this game, and […]

Soneva Fushi: Fresh in the Garden.

Soneva Fushi: Fresh in the Garden.

Very few properties in the Maldives can boast as large and functional a garden like the one on Soneva Fushi, which is used daily to provide fresh produce to guests and staff. Even better? Settled above all the beds of edible greens and vegetables is […]

Soneva Fushi: Out of the Blue, Overwater Dining.

Soneva Fushi: Out of the Blue, Overwater Dining.

A highlight of our trip to the island paradise of Soneva Fushi were the meals we shared at the stunning Out of the Blue. This overwater building is an absolute showpiece at the property, and only opened this year. With soaring ceilings, an open floor plan, and […]