A Modern Twist to the Intoxicating Flavors of Morocco

Looking for inspiration for my upcoming Moroccan themed party, I booked us for dinner at Mourad Lahlou’s restaurant; Mourad in San Francisco. A native of Marrakesh, Mourad opened his first San Francisco restaurant called Aziza, earning him a Michelin star. His newest restaurant, Mourad is a modern interpretation of a cuisine deeply rooted in the past. Their food showcases the rich and vibrant flavors of Morocco with a modern twist … Read more A Modern Twist to the Intoxicating Flavors of Morocco

Rancho Pinot in Scottsdale Stands the Test of Time

For 22+ years, Rancho Pinot has been serving the community of Scottsdale gourmet American comfort food. Chef Chrysa Robertson combines her love of food with her Northern Italian heritage to create a satisfying dining experience for her guests. Her resume includes working with some of the greats such as Nancy Silverton and Mark Peel in Napa Valley, California. In 2011, Chrysa won the “Chef Extraordinaire” award from the Arizona Culinary Hall … Read more Rancho Pinot in Scottsdale Stands the Test of Time

I’m a Fan – Citizen Public House in Old Town Scottsdale!

We lucked out hitting Arizona Restaurant Week during our stay while helping our son move into his new house in Scottsdale. I asked him to select a few restaurants on the list for us to try and I’m pleased to say, he hit a couple of home runs! Our first endeavor was in Old Town Scottsdale at a classic American fare restaurant called “Citizen Public House.” … Read more I’m a Fan – Citizen Public House in Old Town Scottsdale!

Casual and Friendly, this Ranks as one of my Favorite Cabo trip Meals!

If you’re looking to venture out a bit when visiting Cabo, you can rent a car and take about an hour drive over to Todos Santos. It is a small coastal town at the foothills of the Sierra de la Laguna Mountains, on the Pacific coast side of the Baja California Peninsula. The village of Todos Santos was initially founded as a Mission in 1724, and later became a major sugar-cane producer. Handicraft shops, … Read more Casual and Friendly, this Ranks as one of my Favorite Cabo trip Meals!

Exquisite Ocean View Dining in Cabo

There’s a new place called Manta—a restaurant at The Cape hotel in Mexico’s Los Cabos. It was created by Star chef Enrique Olvera. Known as one of the best chefs in the world, Enrique Olvera’s restaurant Pujol was ranked best in Mexico and 16th best in the world at the World’s 50 Best Restaurant Awards. His restaurant Cosme, opened in 2014 in New York, has built a considerable following among … Read more Exquisite Ocean View Dining in Cabo

Off the Beaten Path at 25 Lusk in SoMa, San Francisco you’ll find a Great Restaurant!

I spent my birthday in San Francisco this year, one of my favorite cities! A cadre of great dining, shopping and sight seeing that exists in a town without pretense. It’s always lively with all sorts of people walking everywhere. It’s electric! I could go to new restaurants every time I visit without ever trying them all. This creates a certain amount of stress for me with … Read more Off the Beaten Path at 25 Lusk in SoMa, San Francisco you’ll find a Great Restaurant!

Among all of the “Bigger than Life” Restaurants in Las Vegas is a Small Italian Gem!

One can become immediately overwhelmed at the enormous selection of dining options in Las Vegas. How do you ever chose where to go? The buzz around town was that there was a revitalization going on in downtown Vegas on Fremont Street. So off we went… Nighttime is definitely hopping there, filled with oodles of people, bright lights and activity, but it is different glitz than what you … Read more Among all of the “Bigger than Life” Restaurants in Las Vegas is a Small Italian Gem!

World Class Hospitality and Superb Food for your most Special Occasion!

It’s Christmas Eve, your family of four have all traveled from afar so you can be together, and you want to select the most enjoyable venue for sharing this magical moment. The perfect location for the occasion; Brandywine. This most unassuming restaurant hidden in a strip of buildings on Ventura Boulevard in Woodland Hills is a diamond in the rough. One might easily pass it by … Read more World Class Hospitality and Superb Food for your most Special Occasion!

Ayres Hotels opens a Magnificent Resort in Paso and they’re Welcoming Locals!

You might not ordinarily think of going to a local hotel for your meals and entertainment, but think twice when it comes to the new Allegretto Vineyard Resort Paso Robles. It is a stunning display of architecture and design with amazing decor and artwork throughout. Although they offer accommodations for travelers in their 171 guest rooms, they also encourage locals to enjoy their amenities and grounds … Read more Ayres Hotels opens a Magnificent Resort in Paso and they’re Welcoming Locals!

A Design and Ambiance Winner in Dallas has Great Food Too!

McKinney, one of the fastest growing cities in Texas is located about 37 miles north of Dallas. In September 2014, Money magazine ranked it 1st place among the Best Places to live in the United States. It has an adorable downtown with plenty of great shops and restaurants, and it is there that we found Harvest. They specialize in farm to table cuisine with a seasonal … Read more A Design and Ambiance Winner in Dallas has Great Food Too!