In “Burn the Ice: The American Culinary Revolution and Its End” (Penguin Press, 384 pgs, $28) a new book by James Beard Award-winning food journalist Kevin Alexander, the thesis is that due to an confluence of factors: saturated restaurant markets, rising labor and food costs, weak sales, changing consumer tastes and loyalties, a shrinking middle class, declines […]
Now there is no need to travel to France for the best food on Earth… Dubai is a city of superlatives. It has got the world’s tallest building, biggest mall and largest candy store, and now fine dining from the world’s best Chef to its list of bragging rights. Chef Mauro Colagreco is the Argentinian-born […]
Food lovers looking for the best dining around the world turn to the Michelin Guide, the world’s premier ranking of restaurants. And in the USA, California not New York, now holds the most, with its restaurants holding a collective 90 Stars total. Recently, 34 California restaurants were recently awarded Michelin Stars in conjunction with the new release […]
Richly marbled and perfectly cooked grass feed beef steak is 1 of life’s great pleasures. Los Angeles has no shortage of world-class steakhouses, with Tier 1 red meat palaces. From classic chop houses to modern palaces of beef, below are some of worthy steakhouses in Los Angeles for meat feasting, as follows: Gwen 6600 Sunset […]
A lot of the growth and innovation is being fueled in the fast and casual dining market by small and regional chains. Similar to the relationship between the Instagram generation and strong marketing of small brands. This has shifted expectations around restaurant designs, ingredient sourcing, services, and food. Europe has demonstrated high potential for casual dining […]
When planning for your overseas vacation, take a moment to familiarize yourself with local dining customs so you can blend in with locals and minimize any embarrassment. Here are the Top dining faux pas in popular destinations to avoid, as follows: Dining at the Wrong Time In some countries, like Portugal and Spain, supper does […]
Cannes conjures images of Red carpets and celebrities, but Cannes is more than just the annual film fest it hosts. Once a seaside fishing village, Cannes has evolved into a glamorous travel and social destination with a reputation for beauty and luxury. This French Riviera town has become famous for its glorious location, shopping, weather, […]
Discovering a new cuisine is super, but some restaurants take dining to new heights. From cliff-side caves to steel skyscrapers, these sky-high restaurants around the world are really memorable. Here are some breathtaking experiences you do not want to miss, as follows: Soneva Kiri Resort Koh Kood, Thailand On Koh Kood, Thailand’s 5th largest least […]
Hong Kong’s fine dining scene just got that much fining with the recent opening of 3 new restaurants in Central. 1. Sushi Saito Hong Kong Sushi Saito at Four Seasons Hong Kong Sushi Saito, “the Temple of Sushi in Tokyo”, with 3 Michelin Stars and a spot on Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants List, has opened […]
An Key part of traveling is having the opportunity to try the local cuisine, but for vegans this can be difficult. Many local specialties include meat or dairy, and finding something that fits your lifestyle can be difficult. But, veganism is on the rise making it easier to stick to your plant-based diet while […]
Temples of haute cuisine, bistros guaranteed to stand the test of time, out-of-the-way boîtes where you are unlikely to see or bump into another tourist. The gastronomic excellence in Paris is unrivaled, renowned for its elegance and sophistication. From Michelin-starred palaces to Parisian barges, here is my selection of a few of the best restaurants […]
There are many reasons why Florence is a city on every traveler’s list, and food is a Key 1. So, when you decide to go, food will play important role in your visit. There is an endless choice of really good food in Florence. So, if you are wondering what to do in Florence after the museums, […]
Best of Bangkok: Mozza by Cocotte Based on the same principles as Cocotte Farm Roast & Winery, Mozza By Cocotte offers a great selection of premium Italian products. Pasta and Pizza but also cheeses and cold-cuts. Comfort food oriented, the venue brings back the memories of a typical Italian cuisine “come la faceva la nonna” […]
Magic Millions: Best Places to Eat If you are heading to Australia’s Gold Coast this January for any of the Magic Millions festivities here are my top picks of place to head for dinner after a day at the sales or the races. Little Truffle Dining Room & Bar Little Truffle Dining Room & Bar […]
Ferrari (NYSE:RACE), a Supercar Factory with Great Food $RACE Ferrari in Maranello is not so much a plant as it is a campus. There are a collection of individual buildings for specific elements of the design and construction of the Supercars that make up the Ferrari works. And beginning in the mid-1990’s, many of those buildings have […]
Mantra Samui Resort Launches New Spa Featuring Home-Grown Botanicals Opening special “A Mantra for Mantra” package combines treatments, meditation and yoga With a new natural spa and the launch of a wellness experience “A Mantra for Mantra,” the all-new Mantra Samui Resort is attracting spa-goers to its peaceful perch overlooking the Gulf of Thailand. […]
Travel Thailand: Vogue Lounge Bangkok Our Travel Thailand section contains some of best Places to dine and party in Bangkok, and the Vogue Lounge certainly qualifies. The world’s first VOGUE Lounge is a new destination for the highest quality food, classic cocktails and contemporary music. The VOGUE Lounge cuisine is presented in bite-sized servings created by […]
BudgetBusinessTravel.com to Launch in Bangkok BudgetBusinessTravel.com is a new membership-based online booking service that caters especially to the savvy independent business traveler. What sets this website apart from other online travel agents (OTAs), is that it not only has the most current rates and deals on hotels and flights but also provides excellent personal service […]
Travel News: The Best High Tea in Asia All the tea in China isn’t necessarily drunk in China. Nor is all the high tea consumed in England. This spring, hotels from Bangkok to Tokyo are reaching for new heights with new high tea specials that drink in great views, exalt chocolate, invoke gay Paree and […]
Travel Thailand: Bangkok Luxury Shopping Hits a New High with Central Embassy Central Embassy is Bangkok’s newest luxury mall located on the most exclusive intersection where the prestigious Wireless Road meets Ploenchit Road. Its grandeur is awe-inspiring, with contemporary architecture displaying influences of Thai art and culture whilst reflecting the cosmopolitan features of the country’s […]
Phuket Travel: White Box is a Must Visit Owned and operated by Italian Roberto Ugolini, an Italian legend in Thailand’s Restaurant industry White Box is a must visit dining and party destination when you are visiting Phuket. The White Box Restaurant of Phuket, is the quintessentially elegant, white-washed beach restaurant in Phuket, attracting both tourists […]
Valentine’s Day in Miami: River Yacht Club, Michelin-Starred Chef & Gerry Kelly How could this not be the best Valentine’s Day in Miami or anywhere! On the water in Miami with food prepared by Michelin-starred Culinary Director Phillip Ruiz and hosted by the King of Miami Gerry Kelly. Advertised as Valentine’s with a kink, I […]
Miami Beach News: Upland Miami an Art Basel Hit We tried out Upland Miami at the start of Art Basel and were not disappointed, the service was impeccable from the moment we arrived, a rare delight in Miami. The setting is warm, friendly and reminiscent of the restaurants roots in Rural America. The star of […]
Pizza King a Hit for Limoncello Group Thailand An endless conveyor belt of Pizza, not a dream, Roberto Ugolini has made it a reality in Bangkok. The explosion of the Pizza King Brand is another success from Master Restaurateur Roberto Ugolini and his Limoncello Group. Pizza King is the latest in a rapidly expanding Italian […]
Tanuki the Best Asian Food in Miami Beach Tanuki is now open! Serving up exceptional Pan-Asian cuisine during lunch, dinner and late night hours. Open seven days a week on the corner of Alton Road and 11th Street. Joe and I happened across Tanuki a few nights ago and the food is truly Asian. Having […]
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts to Open New Hong Kong Property Rosewood Hotels & Resorts will open its 1st Hong Kong property in Y 2018 in a prime Victoria Harbour waterfront location on Salisbury Road in Tsim Sha Tsui. The new property will will occupy 27 floors of the New World Development Company Limited-owned multi-use tower. […]
100 Best Steakhouses in America For me the best Steak in the USA is Smith and Wollensky on Miami Beach, but here is OpenTables list: As we look forward to the holiday dining season, OpenTable, the world’s leading provider of online restaurant reservations and part of The Priceline Group (NASDAQ: PCLN), today unveiled the 100 […]
Commonwealth Miami is the newest concept to hit South Beach. A place offering new American fare alongside a wide assortment of national and local craft beers. A farm-to-table menu artfully crafted by premier rising chef, Chef Daniel Roy. An abundance of flavors that pair nicely with our rare selections of whiskeys, scotches and bourbons from […]
Banyan Tree Tamouda Bay, Morocco The opening of the Banyan Tree Tamouda Bay boasts at least a couple of 1sts: the 1st all-pool villa resort in Morocco, and the 1st outpost of the Singaporean brand in Africa and along the Mediterranean. Set along Morroco’s north-eastern coastline within sightline of the Rif Mountains and the Martil […]
Dubai Among Top 5 Cities Globally for Entrepreneurs The emirate ranked high on ease of doing business and political safety and security Dubai has been ranked among the Top 5 cities globally for entrepreneurs, according to a new report released by property advisory firm Knight Frank. The report assessed the most important lifestyle elements that […]
Best Restaurants in Miami Beach: French 27 French 27 is a contemporary restaurant that strives to find the very best products on the market for cooking exceptional culinary creations. At French 27, key ingredients from the 27 regions of France are present in the menu, as well as a vast array of wines with an […]
Bollywood Parks Dubai Reveals Attractions and Ticket Prices The world’s 1st Bollywood-themed park will open in October 2016 Bollywood Parks Dubai, a part of the upcoming theme park complex Dubai Parks and Resorts has revealed details about the attractions and rides that it will host. The world’s 1st Bollywood themed park, it will open along […]