Category: Restaurants

8 great reasons to visit Courchevel this Winter

8 great reasons to visit Courchevel this Winter

By on Dec 20, 2016 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

If I had to choose any ski resort it would be Courchevel. This world-famous ski resort in the Three Valleys region of France – the largest ski area in the world – was the first to be ‘purpose built’. That was in 1946 – meaning that this prestigious resort celebrates its 70th anniversary this winter. […]

Top 8 things to do in Malta for luxury travellers

Top 8 things to do in Malta for luxury travellers

By on Dec 10, 2016 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Malta, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Malta can best be described as a hidden paradise tucked in the heart of the Mediterranean. This amazing island is blessed with amazing views of the surrounding waters, the impressive yachts and temples from yesteryears. The island lays claim to a rich history and this is evident in the 17th century buildings that adorn the […]

The ultimate foodie checklist for Dubai

The ultimate foodie checklist for Dubai

By on Dec 09, 2016 in Food and Drink, Going Out, Middle East, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates

While undoubtedly Dubai is home to many amazing and iconic sights, attractions, not to mention a growing list of Guinness World Records, there are also many fantastic restaurants across the city, with cuisines from all over the world represented. With venues covering a large range of fine dining options, where does one begin? Read ahead […]

7 top tips for a weekend trip to Rome

7 top tips for a weekend trip to Rome

By on Dec 08, 2016 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Italy, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

Rome wasn’t built in a day, and it can’t be seen in one either. Many tourists find it frustrating only having a day or two at their disposal, but if that’s all you’ve got, here’s how to make the most of your time during a quick trip to Rome. Stay centrally You could choose to […]

The world's best curry: 6 unmissable Indian restaurants

The world’s best curry: 6 unmissable Indian restaurants

By on Dec 07, 2016 in Asia, Food and Drink, Going Out, India, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany

India is a country that is best enjoyed when the traveller makes full use of all his senses. The kaleidoscopic colours of a Hindu temple, the hot sugar smell of jabeli being fried at a roadside stall, the laughter and shouts of a billion people busying about their lives. More than anything, India is a […]

Eating fresh and local in Rome: the city's 5 best slow food restaurants

Eating fresh and local in Rome: the city’s 5 best slow food restaurants

By on Nov 25, 2016 in Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Italy, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Perhaps no other aspect of Italian culture has been exported throughout the world more than its culinary traditions. Italian cooking, and eating for that matter, embodies a simple elegance and restaurants in the country’s capital are packed with diners exuberantly taking in and projecting that spirit. Even in a city such as Rome with the […]

6 top tips for a perfect weekend in Washington, DC

6 top tips for a perfect weekend in Washington, DC

By on Nov 19, 2016 in Accommodation, Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, USA, Washington DC

Washington, DC may be best known to international visitors as the capital of the U.S. and home of the White House, which will soon have a new occupant, but its many museums and memorials make it a popular destination for U.S. residents as well. Since the city is often hot and humid during the summer […]

Short stay: The Cavendish, Mayfair, London, UK

Short stay: The Cavendish, Mayfair, London, UK

By on Nov 14, 2016 in Accommodation, Europe, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

I recently had the pleasure of staying at The Cavendish, a four-star hotel in London which can be found on Mayfair’s Jermyn Street which runs parallel to Piccadilly, and is close to West End shopping and theatres. Built as a hotel in the 1830s, it has served as a hotel for most of the last 200 years and was […]

24 hours of fabulous food in Florence!

24 hours of fabulous food in Florence!

By on Nov 14, 2016 in Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Italy, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Florence, the capital of Tuscany and the cradle of the Renaissance, is renown for its remarkable art, culture, and architecture, but I was really there for the food! While others queued up to see Michelangelo’s statue of David, the Duomo, and the Uffizi Gallery, my mission was to search out the finest gelato, lampredetto, pizza, […]

4 sublime vegan meals in Hong Kong

4 sublime vegan meals in Hong Kong

By on Nov 14, 2016 in Asia, China, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hong Kong, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany

Hong Kong is a foodies’ paradise, there’s no doubt about it. Every twist and turn through this densely populated international travel and business hub unveils a new place to eat, whether it’s street food or Michelin starred dining. It seems that every cuisine is represented here too with Italian, Mexican, Indian, American, and Japanese restaurants […]

Short stay: Macdonald Ansty Hall, Ansty, near Coventry, UK

Short stay: Macdonald Ansty Hall, Ansty, near Coventry, UK

By on Nov 13, 2016 in Accommodation, Europe, Family Travel, Featured, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Ansty Hall lies in the village of Ansty, which despite being just 300 feet above sea level, is one of the highest points in Warwickshire. It was built in the 17th Century for Richard Taylor, a supporter of Oliver Cromwell during the English Civil War, and passed to the Adams family in the late 18th […]

5 great restaurants in Lilongwe, Malawi

5 great restaurants in Lilongwe, Malawi

By on Nov 10, 2016 in Africa, Going Out, Malawi, Regions, Restaurants

Not exactly known as being a bustling or a beautiful city, the spirit of luxury Malawi lies in the thriving and incredibly fun ex-pat community. Regular events are organized: beer festivals, pub quiz nights, 5 and 10K races and even polo matches. People who call the capital home are friendly and likely to share their […]

The 10 best pizzerias in Rome

The 10 best pizzerias in Rome

By on Nov 08, 2016 in Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Italy, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

When you think of Italy, and especially Italian food, there is a good chance the word “pizza” will be the first thing that pops to mind. Why wouldn’t it? It’s delicious and you can get it anywhere from New York City to Tokyo. If you are traveling to Rome and want to get a local […]

Kayaking combined with a little luxury in the Lake District

Kayaking combined with a little luxury in the Lake District

By on Nov 03, 2016 in Accommodation, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Featured, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Videos, Western Europe

We recently tested two Sevylor kayaks on a luxury stay in the English Lake District, arriving at one of Cumbria’s finest lakeside hotels in style… by kayak! Before we get started, the first thing to mention about Sevylor kayaks is how portable they are.  Despite being quite large and robust vessels, once they’re fully inflated, […]

6 awesome experiences to enjoy in Wichita before it goes mainstream

6 awesome experiences to enjoy in Wichita before it goes mainstream

By on Oct 20, 2016 in Accommodation, Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Kansas, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany

Quick! What comes to mind when you think of Kansas? Amber grains of wheat, deadly tornados, Dorothy and Toto and that’s often the extent of it. After returning from an all-to-brief, thoroughly delightful trip there, I’m making it my mission to promote Wichita, Kansas, as one of the underrated cultural gems in the US. I […]

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24 hours in Colombo…

By on Oct 19, 2016 in Accommodation, Asia, Attractions, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Sri Lanka, Travel Miscellany

Colombo is Sri Lanka’s ocean city. Stretching 14 kilometres along the island’s western shore, the commercial capital is rapidly emerging as a must-see destination in its own right. Once just a sprawling city you had to endure at the beginning or end of your Sri Lankan adventures, this exciting city now encompasses stylish eateries, galleries, […]