I have always loved eating out. The thrill of discovering something new or going back to satiate my cravings for comfort food favorites. What defines a good restaurant for me is when it gives you exactly what you’ve paid for. But what if you could
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Mixologist Alyona Vinodagrova shares her tips on making a great Gin Tonic and her favorite condiments and aromatic combinations. Contrary to what most people think, a good gin tonic should with a shot of gin in an empty glass. Then, take your desired mix of herbs,
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The long blades of grass dance in the wind, making waves of unified movement as their bases cling to the rock. Further inland, the weathered trees stand stately, gnarled from growth, resembling wise old men. Wild coasts and heather covered hills. Mysterious Lochs and unpredictable
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Between piling deadlines, school enrollment, groceries and countless meetings, the last thing I wanted to do was take off to go to Tagaytay on a weekday. Truth be told, it sounds so deliriously spoiled, but no I did not have the time nor the frame
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I am a self-confessed Cookie Monster. Even as a child my absolute favorite character from Sesame Street was Cookie Monster. "C is for cookie
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Yes. I'm a self-confessed plate hoarder. I love plates. I can never have enough. And I always want more and more and more. In general I love fun, unique, patterned plates usually hand made and hand carried from some exotic land. The big problem with
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Living in France for seven years was such an incredible experience and the wine! Oh the wine! Even just a 5 or 10 euro bottle would bring so much pleasure. We were definitely spoiled for choice. My student days in France always ended with an
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The birth of a second child is an incredible thing. Your first child fills your heart, your world and your every being in the most abundant and fulfilling way that before your second child is born, you have quite a bit of doubt. “How can
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I'll never forget when my mother took me to high tea at some really posh hotel in London. I was about 9 years old and for the life of me I can't remember where we were, but I do remember how magical it all was.
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My partner-in-wine, Juana Yupangco and I recently hosted a wine and cheese event at Crate and Barrel for our other blog, www.wine-lips.com. We had such a lovely boozy time! Check out our post here on the events that transpired. In the meantime I would like
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