Chicago Architecture – South Pond Pavillion

Curves of the South Pond Pavilion on the Nature Boardwalk at the Lincoln Park Zoo. One of the best views of the city is looking through this structure.

12 Ways To Make Sure Your Valentine’s Day Is Brilliant

What To Do, Gift, And Eat This Valentine’s Day Valentine’s Day falls on a Sunday this year giving you the whole weekend to celebrate. However, you do not need to officially celebrate Valentine’s Day to enjoy any of these ideas, Chinese Lunar New Year events are included as well. Have fun! Do Visit the solarise: […]

Walking the Cultural Trail on Brick Lane – East End, London

Named for the brick kilns brought by the Flemish in the 1500s, Brick Lane has a wealth of history brought by the many Russian, French, Muslim, Jewish and Bengali immigrants throughout the years. Maps of 20 historic sites are provided on Brick Lane and online for you to plan your time. With only two hours to […]

The Sun on Chiltern Street – South Marylebone, London

The sun catching the red buildings on Chiltern Street in South Marylebone in London. The beautiful Chiltern Firehouse is on the left side of the street – post coming soon!

An Ode to Berlin’s Favorite Snack – Currywurst Museum in Berlin, Germany

Make your way past the wiener-shaped seating, giant french fries and enormous ketchup dripping from the ceiling and enter the Deutches Currywurst Museum – ideal for foodies, museum-goers and anyone that likes to have fun. Conveniently in the Mitte neighborhood close to popular tourist spots like Checkpoint Charlie so you don’t need to veer off […]

Stunning Views from the Rooftop at Azotea in Madrid

Azotea in the Círculo de Bellas Artes is where you want to be to watch the sunset. In the heart of Madrid, Azotea has a 360 degree views, relaxed and sophisticated ambiance and great chill music. It doesn’t get better than watching the changing hues of peach, pink and orange splash over beautiful Madrid while […]

Inside Tempelhofer Feld – From Nazi Airport to Public Park in the Heart of Berlin

Built in the 1920’s, Berlin’s Tempelhof Airport was a busy hub taken over by the Nazi’s in the 1930’s, the Russians in 1945 in the Battle of Berlin and finally handed to the US as part of the Potsdam Agreement and used throughout the Cold War years for military and commercial use. This historic landmark […]

48 Hours in Louisville – City Guide to Sites, Dining, Shopping and More

Louisville is a five-hour drive from Chicago but a world away, full of Bourbon, Kentucky Fried Chicken, horses and changing neighborhoods. Here are must-do activities to experience some of the best food, drink, shopping and sites of Louisville in a short amount of time. Day 1 – Morning: From the Marriott Louisville Downtown head to […]

Dose Market – Chicago

Dose Market is one of my favorite markets in Chicago ––they feature a creative mix of local food, clothing, chefs, artists and designers. The market on Sunday was held during the FX Summit in the beautiful Chicago Cultural Center. It’s a fun way to spend your Sunday, meeting up with friends to discover the Chicago […]

Valentine’s Day Ideas – What to Give, Do, Drink and Eat

GIFTS: Funny Valentine cards from Etsy His and Hers highball set. Cheers! Valentine’s Day macarons, who doesn’t like to receive sweets? RM Champagne Salon will send the Chef’s favorite macaron flavors to that lucky someone. Delivered by RM or you can pick-up. EAT: Forgot to make dinner reservations? Check out what is still available in […]