Limoncello Cupcake from Swirlz Cupcakes | Chicago

Spongy cupcake with a bit of sweet and tangy lemon curd mixed with vodka and a refreshing lemon zest frosting make this mini cupcake the perfect light and elegant midweek snack.

Strike Gold from Drinks to Desserts at Oro | SoMa, San Francisco

The salted date ice cream with cardamom marshmallow and sesame chocolate granola from Oro in San Francisco is a must order. Spicy, herbal, citrus flavor of the soft marshmallow with the crunchy sweet granola is heavenly. Chefs from SF favorites Commonwealth and Foreign Cinema bring you California/Mediterranean cuisine in industrial but warm space with concrete […]

Want To Sip Cocktails Underground in London?

If cocktails served in a secret-ish underground station with a 1940s vibe in London sounds intriguing – stay tuned for more on this hush-hush experience. For now I leave you with the Gracie Fields: Vodka, rose liqueur, homemade rhubarb-rose-pepper syrup with Prosecco foam. Cheers!

Here’s Your Lunch Deal of the Week – Cherry Circle Room | The Loop, Chicago

Step back in time to a private old school club with rich leather booths, wood paneling, and an air of exclusivity at the Cherry Circle Room in the renovated Chicago Athletic Club Association Hotel. Pickelhaube helmets, framed crest banners and rabbits with swords and shields on the dinnerware lend an air of military/secret society mystery. […]

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: […]

Experience a Bombay Café at Dishoom|Shoreditch, London

Modeled after the Irani cafés in Bombay, Dishoom is full of tiled floors, brick, bentwood style chairs, old-timey photographs and delivers great Indian and Irani flavors in a bustling atmosphere. Need to Know: Get here before 6:30pm to avoid a long line, sorry, queue Reservations available for 6 or more Tented patio is a bit […]

Need Weekend Brunch Plans? The Winchester – Ukrainian Village, Chicago

The Winchester is a cozy spot with comforting cream tones and friendly atmosphere. It feels like a true neighborhood restaurant with service from breakfast through dinner. Weekend brunch being one of the most popular times – here’s what you should be ordering: The good news first: This vegetable poutine will change your life. Yes, it […]

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 […]

Here’s What to Order at Seven Lions – Loop, Chicago

Grab a velvet covered booth looking out on the Art Institute at Alpana Singh’s Seven Lions in the Loop. It’s a short walk from the Goodman Theater and next to Millennium Park on Michigan Avenue, open for brunch, lunch and dinner makes it a convenient stop when in the Loop. The interior is a high-low […]

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 […]