There’s a warm golden glow emanating from the tall windows of Tempo restaurant on to the dark Mayfair streets of London. Inside, emerald colored green chairs add a touch of elegance to their cream and pine-style surroundings.... Read More
It's been nearly 20 years since I stayed at the Jefferson Hotel in Richmond, Virginia, the never-to-be-forgotten capital of the Confederacy.... Read More
You know spring and summer are right around the corner in Boston when the Pops announce their lineup for the season. For the past 125 years, they have been bringing classical music to Symphony Hall. Since their inception, they have expanded to other locations, including Hyannis, Nantucket.... Read More
Every so often, we love to treat ourselves to an afternoon snack of caviar and Champagne - you know, if we're feeling down or we're hanging out with a long-lost friend, or if it's Tuesday. Much as we like to eat the stuff, though, we don't actually know much about it, other than that it's usually quite expensive and it tends to impress our friends.... Read More
Somewhere between the beginning of time and the Book of Genesis, the invention of wine came to fruition. Ancient Greeks offered it during celebrations, the Catholic Church utilized it during Mass and Egyptians used it for funerary rituals. And while many historians believe that its discovery was actually an accident, wine has played a fascinating role in many cultures over a span of thousands of years.... Read More
Boston's Fan Pier is the hottest new location in the city with restaurants, shops and now salons popping up all over the area. Salon Mario Russo recently opened a second location at the Fan Pier and offers the same services that the Newbury Street location does but in a sleek brand new space.... Read More
With the countdown to the royal wedding already underway, the city of London is gearing up as it prepares to welcome an estimated 600,000 international travelers.... Read More
Eight months ago, I ventured into Rancho Coastal Humane Society and came home with a loveable, snuggable, short and stubby, four-year-old Chow/Corgi mix named Hank. It's more than safe to say that out of all the things I've ever purchased in my entire life, he is the best investment I have ever made.... Read More
AIRR Supper Club is one of the newest restaurants to open in Downtown San Diego, with Consulting Chef Scott Leibfried. In the space formerly known as the Witherby, just above Sidebar, AIRR is both a high-class restaurant and nightlife spot boasting great food, innovative craft cocktails and a chic atmosphere.... Read More
The Ventanas Community, with its prime position in the hills overlooking the Sea of Cortez, is the perfect location to own a home. Approximately four kilometers from downtown, Ventanas rests between family and city life.... Read More
Armani Exchange has relocated the A|X Store previously housed in the upscale Phipps Plaza Mall to a new location in the prestige Lenox Square Mall, in Atlanta Georgia.... Read More
We already know that pretty much every Irish Bar (and there are a lot) in San Francisco will be overcrowded, somewhat barbaric and contain too much green beer. So for those of you who wish to opt out of the chaos, there are a few great alternatives:... Read More
Sharpen your knives and whet your appetites, because BLT Steak on Sunset is launching a cooking class series for enthusiastic regulars and foodies desperate to learn how to cook one of their signature steaks just right.... Read More
With Awards Season looming in Hollywood, a trip to my favorite little neighborhood, West Hollywood, sounded enticing. While others flock to this 1.9 mile square regal region of Los Angeles with hopes of spotting gaggles of celebrities, I go for the indulgences: pamper, feast, delight. Here are my choice finds on this visit.... Read More
Awards season is over and it's time for Hollywood to relax. Thank goodness a slew of new watering holes have opened recently where celebrities and nobodies alike can kick back, cocktails in hand, and toast to upcoming projects.... Read More
Laurie Santoro and Cristina Viselli had always known they wanted to open their own salon together but taking a risk and opening one in a down economy was not something they planned. Last year, the two friends, and hairstylists, decided it was time, albeit a risky one, and opened Viselli Santoro Salon on Newbury Street.... Read More
Project Ethos, self-described as "the incubator for emerging artists in fashion, music and art," makes it their mission to expose new and budding talent to the world through fun red carpet events. I can’t think of anywhere more fitting for an exciting soiree here in San Diego than nightclub FLUXX, downtown’s hottest venue of the moment.... Read More
If you haven't gotten your ticket to one of the hottest music festivals in the country yet, you are running out of time to solidify a place in the crowd! Ultra Music Festival has added heavy-hitters Duran Duran, Moby, Kaskade, will.i.am and more to the bill.... Read More
Ever wanted to shake hands with Bill Clinton or stare eye to eye with Ronald Reagan? At Madame Tussauds Washington location you can step right up to any President in our country's history at a recently opened exhibit featuring all 44 U.S. Presidents in an interactive and educational showcase.... Read More
If you step foot in Chinatown you will instantly notice the abundance of tea shops that seem to line the streets. With each shop promising to deliver the best in loose leaf teas, it can be somewhat of a daunting task to find the best and most charming spot.... Read More
When you first pull up to the valet attendant (service is complimentary) at the Chart House restaurant on Boston's Long Wharf, you will be immediately taken with not only the historic location but its breathtaking water views.... Read More
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater continues its inaugural season this spring with an unparalleled tribute to one of the nation's greatest living playwrights, Edward Albee.... Read More
An ember smolders and glows. No wonder celebrity chefs Todd English and Ian Chalermkittichai decided to name their new Manhattan eatery the Ember Room.... Read More
