Category: Restaurants

Sushi night at W San Diego

Sushi night at W San Diego

By on Feb 20, 2006 in Accommodation, Bars, California, Going Out, Hotels, North America, Regions, Restaurants, USA
Come to the Magnet Bar at  W San Diego and learn the zen of sushi making from Mineko Moreno, co-author of Sushi For Dummies, and learn how sushi and martinis pair up while sipping on saketinis. By the end of the evening you will be able to taste the difference between Junmai-shu and Daigingo-shu sake.
Jumeirah restaurants

Jumeirah restaurants

By on Feb 19, 2006 in Bars, Going Out, Middle East, Regions, Restaurants, United Arab Emirates
Jumeirah – luxury hotel group and  operator of the famous  Burj Al Arab hotel in Dubai – is looking to franchice its restaurant brands in order to expand internationally. Plans are expected to focus on pizza and pasta outlet Toscana, which currently has one outlet, and wine bar The Agency. Its Noodle House chain also
New luxury hotels in Abu Dhabi, UAE

New luxury hotels in Abu Dhabi, UAE

By on Feb 17, 2006 in Accommodation, Going Out, Hotels, Middle East, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, United Arab Emirates
Three new luxury hotels are to be built in Abu Dhabi on the Gulf within the next two years. The  Al-Gurm Resort, scheduled to open in 2007,  will be created on an offshore island and  will have 161 suites and 59 luxury apartments, along with three restaurants, a lounge bar and several swimming pools. Secondly,

Norwegian Cruise Line leads the way in on-board dining

By on Feb 13, 2006 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Going Out, Restaurants, Speciality Travel
It used to be the case on cruise ships that strangers were thrown together randomly at dinner times in a huge dining room and were expected to make do with one another’s company. This has now changed – markedly. Not only is there flexibility in dining times, but the variety of quality of dining is
Valentine's Day in Bangkok

Valentine's Day in Bangkok

By on Feb 09, 2006 in Accommodation, Asia, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Thailand
A seductive gastronomic experience billed as the ‘Language of Love’ is being served on Valentine’s Day at the fashionable Metropolitan Bangkok. At signature restaurant Cy’an, chefs Amanda Gale and Daniel Moran have designed a uniquely passionate menu for couples on the most romantic night of the year on 14th February. The six-course ‘Language of Love’
Special Valentine menu at Salish Lodge & Spa, Seattle

Special Valentine menu at Salish Lodge & Spa, Seattle

By on Feb 08, 2006 in Accommodation, Going Out, Hotels, North America, Regions, Restaurants, USA, Washington
Salish Lodge & Spa, situated 30 minutes east of downtown Seattle,  has a special Valentine’s weekend celebration menu from 10th-13th February 2006. The exclusive 5-course menu for The Dining Room is available for $125 per person, and includes a choice of seared hand-selected diver’s scallops, honey and thyme glazed rack of lamb, or roasted tenderloin
Villa Didon, Carthage, Tunisia

Villa Didon, Carthage, Tunisia

By on Feb 07, 2006 in Accommodation, Africa, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Tunisia
On top of a hill that overlooks the Bay of Tunis, Villa Didon has ten suites in an mipressive setting. The accommodation is also home to Tunisia’s best restaurant – Alain Ducasse’s Spoon Tunis. The best time to visit is in May and June, or September and October.   Villa Didon sadly doesn’t have its
The best of Bangkok dining

The best of Bangkok dining

By on Feb 06, 2006 in Asia, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Thailand
If you’re looking for great Thai food and good value, try Lemon Grass in Bangkok.   This restaurant can be found on Sukhumvit Road.   It’s been around for some years now but continues to get good reviews from local restaurant critics. Try the minced chicken and ginger served in cabbage leaves and the signature
The Vineyard At Stockcross extends January Sale

The Vineyard At Stockcross extends January Sale

By on Feb 05, 2006 in Accommodation, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Special Offers & Packages, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Looking for a UK hotel outside of London where you can enjoy exceptional food?   Then look no further than The Vineyard At Stockcross.   It’s situated in Newbury, Berkshire, just 45 minutes from Heathrow Airport and has a Michelin-starred restaurant serving delicacies such as roast Anjou squab with treacle, and turbot with oxtail. What’s
Fine dining in Launceston, Tasmania

Fine dining in Launceston, Tasmania

By on Feb 04, 2006 in Australia, Going Out, Oceania, Regions, Restaurants
If you’re seeking one of Tasmania’s best dining experiences, look no further than Fee & Me. The restaurant has accrued a number of awards over the years, including Gourmet Traveller Best Restaurant in Tasmania, Tucker Seabrook Best Wine List in Tasmania, and the Restaurant and Caterers Association Best Restaurant in Tasmania.
Orchid Restaurant in Torquay (UK) awarded third AA rosette

Orchid Restaurant in Torquay (UK) awarded third AA rosette

By on Feb 03, 2006 in Accommodation, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, United Kingdom, Western Europe
The Orchid Restaurant at the Corbyn Head Hotel has just received a highly coveted 3 AA rosette rating, making it Torbay’s highest rated restaurant and within the top 10% of all restaurants in the UK. Situated on the first floor of the hotel, with spectacular views across the bay, the 25-cover  restaurant was first awarded

Valentine's brunch at Gaylord Springs

By on Feb 03, 2006 in Going Out, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Tennessee, USA
Celebrate with more than just a box of chocolates! Enjoy a fabulous brunch including made-to-order omelettes, waffles, a variety of entrées and delicious desserts, plus a complimentary glass of Champagne, at Gaylord Springs Golf Links, Tennessee. Also, why not ask about golf gift certificates for the golf lover in your life? The brunch is available
Heston Blumenthal OBE

Heston Blumenthal OBE

By on Feb 03, 2006 in Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Heston Blumenthal, Chef Patron of The Fat Duck in Bray, Berkshire, one of just a handful of restaurants worldwide to have three Michelin stars, has been awarded an OBE by Her Majesty The Queen, in the New Years Honours List. After a tremendous year of accolades culminating in the Fat Duck being voted The Best
Colombia's Hilton Cartagena 25th anniversary

Colombia's Hilton Cartagena 25th anniversary

By on Feb 03, 2006 in Accommodation, Business Travel, Colombia, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, South America, Special Offers & Packages, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany
Celebrating its  25th anniversary with a $2 million makeover, the Hilton Cartagena in Colombia is offering special discounts  to guests. The silver anniversary offer includes a 25% (25, get it?)  discount on room rates,  as well as 25%  discount on hotel dining, not to mention a commemorative souvenir. It  is valid until 31st May 2006.
Valentine's dinner show at Sea World Nara Resort, Gold Coast

Valentine's dinner show at Sea World Nara Resort, Gold Coast

By on Feb 03, 2006 in Accommodation, Australia, Events, Going Out, Oceania, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Special Offers & Packages, Travel Miscellany
Spoil your loved one this Valentine’s Day with a fabulous dinner show at Sea World Nara Resort‘s Ocean Room. You will be treated to a gourmet 3 course meal (including selected beer, wine and Champagne) as the world-renowned performing artist  Rhonda Burchmore delivers a dazzling Valentine’s Day program especially for you. All for $165 per
Wedding proposal at La Samanna?

Wedding proposal at La Samanna?

By on Feb 02, 2006 in Accommodation, Caribbean, Going Out, Netherlands Antilles, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants
This Valentine’s Day,  La Samanna in the French West Indies is helping romantics do the expected, unexpectedly, with a creative idea for a wedding proposal packaged with a romantic getaway. Imagine the surprise of your beloved as they are lead past the restaurant seating and are instead taken to the exclusive cellar. Here, the sommelier