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Passalacqua: A New Lake Como Hotel

What happens when what’s arguably the most luxurious hotel in Italy’s Lake Como opens a sister property? High expectations, for sure. Passalacqua is the sibling of the famed Grand Hotel Tremezzo and, by all accounts so far, she’s the Pippa to Kate Middleton. Here’s a look at the buzziest opening this year on the Lake. Overview Once a historic private villa built in 1787 by the Odescalchi family of Como, Passalacqua certainly isn’t new. It’s been around awhile and has…

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Destinations

Villa Treville Positano

Everyone knows that Il San Pietro is exquisite. And Le Sirenuse offers some of the best meals you’ll taste in all of the Amalfi. But, surprisingly, it’s still insider knowledge that Positano’s Villa Treville is the place to stay on the Amalfi Coast. Here’s a look at the hotel. Overview If the Amalfi Coast isn’t already on your list of life goals, it’s time to add it. There is nothing like the views here, and Positano, while touristy, is iconic.…

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New York City

Hancock St. Review

The American bistro Hancock St. arrived this past winter, and it wants to be your cozy neighborhood spot. Hancock St. seems to be gunning for classic NYC status, à la Waverly Inn. It has a good shot, as it’s by the team behind long-established restaurants Lure and River Café. But does it measure up? Here’s the review. Overview Hancock St. is the new-ish American bistro to take over El Toro Bianco’s old space in the West Village. It still has…

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Reviews

Mírame Beverly Hills Review

At some point, you’re going to find yourself in Los Angeles. And, from there, you’re more likely than not going to have a reason to be in Beverly Hills. So that’s where the new-ish Mexican spot Mírame comes into play, which opened during the pandemic right on North Canon Drive. Is it worthy of being on your list? Here’s our take on Mírame Beverly Hills. Overview We give major props to all the restaurants that survived the pandemic, and Mírame…

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Destinations

A Villa Fit for a CIA Agent – Finca Pascualete

Sometimes truth really is stranger than fiction. About an hour and a half outside of Madrid is one of the world’s most exclusive and unique places to stay. It’s the family estate of a NYC model turned CIA agent, who fell in love with a Spanish count around the time of World War II. Yes, Aline Quintanilla, nee Griffith, defined trailblazer and is #goals for how to live a big, full, exceptional life. And we have the inside track for…

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Recipes, FOOD, Main Dishes

Pizza on the Grill

There’s something about pizza Fridays in the Hamptons that just feels like summer. Gather your kids, your friends, and your dog, and make it a tradition to cook up some za. While optimally you would have the perfect outdoor pizza oven, any grill will do. Try these pizza recipes for your next dinner rotations. Peach Caprese Pizza Yields 1 pizza While we love a classic combination (we’re looking at you, Ms. Margherita!) sometimes you just feel like taking it to…

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Reviews

The Review: Le Train Bleu

When you think of classic Paris, do singing waiters, frescoed ceilings depicting war and love, and ornate gold gilding come to mind? If so, Le Train Bleu has you covered on all accounts. What makes it even more unique is that it’s located in the Gare de Lyon train station — the ideal place for hellos, goodbyes, and feeling like your life has suddenly transformed into a romantic movie. What else makes Le Train Bleu completely irresistible, even by Parisian…

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New York City

The Review: Mollusca NYC

Sometimes it takes a global pandemic for a rebirth to happen. New York’s Meatpacking District is on its second, maybe third rebirth since it was defined by S&M clubs and things you just can’t unsee. The seafood-forward spot Mollusca is part of this renaissance,. We have the review. Overview Mollusca NYC is a collaboration between Alpina Hospitality Group and Eric Agababayev. If the menu and concept look familiar, it’s because Mollusca originally hails from Moscow. Mollusca NYC restaurant is in…

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Travel Buzz

Aman Opens in NYC

It’s official: New York City’s most luxurious and exclusive hotel has arrived. No surprise that it’s the flagship property of Aman, whose hotels have created “Aman Junkies,” For junkies, it’s essentially a “Have Aman? Will travel” situation. Well Aman junkies, here’s reason one million and one to come to New York City. This way for the first look at Aman New York. Aman New York Arrives Aman indisputably defines luxury, and places itself in the most glamorous cities and most…

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Destinations

A Georgian Food and Wine Trip

Sometimes our purpose is to make sure you’re ready for that Jeopardy Daily Double: The French set the standard for winemaking around the world, sure. But France wasn’t the first place where wine was cultivated. That distinction goes to Georgia (the country, and we don’t mean peach country). Here’s a knockout itinerary for the Georgian food and wine scene. Georgia the Country, Not the Peaches The country of Georgia is firmly among the top five in the world for hospitality.…

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