Category: Food and Drink

Dining at the top 3 restaurants in Spain by private jet

Dining at the top 3 restaurants in Spain by private jet

By on Nov 21, 2014 in Air Travel, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Spain, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
Connoisseurs of grand cuisine and timeless culture can taste the difference on Spanish shores with a private jet vacation to a land of flamenco and flavor. Spain can boast some of the planet’s most awarded restaurants and their laid-back midnight dining, old world and modern fusion, and pure passion for exceptional tapas plates, makes for
Recipe of the week: Back of sea bass, green asparagus, crispy vegetable marinade with virgin olive oil and aged balsamic vinegar

Recipe of the week: Back of sea bass, green asparagus, crispy vegetable marinade with virgin olive oil and aged balsamic vinegar

By on Nov 21, 2014 in Accommodation, Africa, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Morocco, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany
When in Morocco earlier this month, attending PURE Life Experiences, I had the honour of also participating in a cooking workshop with 2 Michelin star chef Philippe Jourdin who oversees the four restaurants at the beautiful Royal Palm Marrakech. Philippe is a winner of the much-coveted ‘Meilleur Ouvrier de France’ and in the workshop he
3 luxury resorts in Krabi that will make you very happy (even as a vegan)

3 luxury resorts in Krabi that will make you very happy (even as a vegan)

By on Nov 20, 2014 in Accommodation, Asia, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Thailand, Travel Miscellany
Looking for a little more happiness in life? Check in to one of these 3 luxury resorts in Krabi that will make you very happy (even as a vegan) and you’ll be sure to enjoy amazing luxury accommodation, superb service and fabulous vegan food – a combination like that will surely make you happier? The
New York City in 10 exciting tours

New York City in 10 exciting tours

By on Nov 17, 2014 in Air Travel, Attractions, Cruises & Boat Travel, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, New York, North America, Regions, Road Travel, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA
As the song made famous by Gerard Kenny goes – ‘New York, New York, so good they named it twice’, New York is truly a city that is unique in so many ways and there really is no other like it in the world! A city that has many a song written about it.  This
10 top tips for a dream honeymoon in Santorini

10 top tips for a dream honeymoon in Santorini

By on Nov 16, 2014 in Europe, Food and Drink, Greece, Health & Safety, Honeymoons, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
With the blue of the sky, the aquamarine of the sea, and the white of traditional stone buildings, Santorini really is a picture perfect island of the most sophisticated proportions. This classic Greek island sits in the southern Aegean Sea, and the largest of its archipelago, it bears the same name as the volcano which
How to spend a free day in Santiago, Chile

How to spend a free day in Santiago, Chile

By on Nov 16, 2014 in Attractions, Chile, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, South America, Travel Miscellany
Santiago is one of South America’s most enchanting destinations. Nestled beside the Andes mountains, the city features a striking blend of history and modern culture. Its streets hum with a youth-like energy, bustling at all hours against a backdrop of neoclassical architecture. The city’s perpetual motion testifies to its rapid evolution. Government investments have accelerated
Top 10 highlights in St. Petersburg, the captivating City of the Czars

Top 10 highlights in St. Petersburg, the captivating City of the Czars

By on Nov 09, 2014 in Accommodation, Attractions, Eastern Europe, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Russia, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany
St. Petersburg is a beautiful city filled with extravagant historical palaces, cathedrals and royal gardens. Long recognized as the intellectual and cultural center of Russia, this former capital has been spiffing things up with a growing number of luxury hotels and a vibrant restaurant scene truly befitting this City of the Czars. Below are my
Recipe of the week: Carinthian blueberry 'datschi' with vanilla-thyme foam

Recipe of the week: Carinthian blueberry 'datschi' with vanilla-thyme foam

By on Nov 07, 2014 in Austria, Europe, Food and Drink, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
Carinthian blueberry ‘datschi’ is inspired by local and seasonal ingredients of the Carinthian mountain and lake area with its flora and fauna. It uses blueberries, a seasonal fruit. Furthermore it contains thyme, a herb which grows in Carinthia. The dish combines the tradition of Austrian flour based pastries and the Mediterranean influence of Carinthia –
10 fun things to do in Santa Fe, New Mexico

10 fun things to do in Santa Fe, New Mexico

By on Nov 03, 2014 in Accommodation, Attractions, Family Travel, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, New Mexico, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA
Santa Fe is a city for art lovers.  They call it the “City Different” because it’s quirky and eclectic. It has a strong personality distinct from any other city. Outdoorsy people and foodies will love it too, but there is a strong emphasis on art with over 250 galleries and a ranking as the third
Delicious group meals in South Africa

Delicious group meals in South Africa

By on Oct 31, 2014 in Africa, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, South Africa, Travel Miscellany
For many, an unforgettable holiday can be measured in good meals shared with good friends. After all, there’s nothing quite like feasting upon exotic game as the sun slowly sinks over the horizon, or enjoying dinner in an establishment where the waiters aren’t just serving food, they’re serving time. However you choose to whet your
Gin: the new trendy drink of choice

Gin: the new trendy drink of choice

By on Oct 31, 2014 in Food and Drink, Travel Miscellany
From Bristol to Brisbane, and Manila to Madrid, gin has become one of the trendiest drinks at cocktail bars around the world. Long considered a drink for ‘mature drinkers’, while vodka was the trendy cocktail spirit of choice, gin has experienced a rebirth, going through a contemporary makeover and winning over young drinkers who are
10 of the most luxurious London experiences

10 of the most luxurious London experiences

By on Oct 29, 2014 in Accommodation, Attractions, Bars, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Road Travel, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Ah, London. One of the world’s most exciting, cosmopolitan, culture-rich and diverse cities. If you’ve never been, this sprawling mass of fun, fashion, food and high living should definitely be on your bucket list. But what to do when you arrive? Well, luckily for you, there are plenty of luxurious experiences to immerse yourself in.
A taste of luxury: 6 tips for chocolate lovers in Barcelona

A taste of luxury: 6 tips for chocolate lovers in Barcelona

By on Oct 28, 2014 in Europe, Food and Drink, Regions, Spain, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
Chocolate is perhaps one of the oldest pleasures known to mankind, dating back to 1900BC. The Aztecs believed that cacao was the food of the Gods, and even today many would agree. If you’d like to truly savour some luxury in Barcelona, and not just see it in the windows of Passeig de Gràcia, we
The top 5 places to eat game in Britain

The top 5 places to eat game in Britain

By on Oct 23, 2014 in Bars, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe
Britain has always boasted a rich hunting heritage – one filled with tales of Kings chasing stags through swathes of ancient forests and across brooding heather moors – and each year the game season is eagerly awaited by British gastronomes who hunger after the sublime earthy flavours of partridge and grouse or rich succulent venison.
A first-timer's guide to Southern Australia

A first-timer's guide to Southern Australia

By on Oct 22, 2014 in Attractions, Australia, Food and Drink, Going Out, Oceania, Regions, Travel Miscellany
Even with a month to play with, seeing the many marvels of Oz would be almost impossible. Fear not, our bite-sized southern Australia itinerary is designed to give you a big taste of Down Under in just two weeks. Such is the size of Australia, trying to join up the countless highlights can be exhausting.
7 of the best quirky things to do in Dublin

7 of the best quirky things to do in Dublin

By on Oct 19, 2014 in Attractions, Bars, Clubs, Europe, Events, Food and Drink, Going Out, Ireland, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
Am I proud to be Irish? The answer is that I most definitely am. As a nation we’re known to be one of the friendliest in the world, and most of us have a great sense of humour. We also love to embrace characters and experiences that are a bit different and quirky. I recently