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L'Appartement 4F in New York City
Between the Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookie and the Pistachio Rose Croissant, there can only be one winner...
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The Rockaways in New York City
The great beach cities of the US: Miami, San Diego, Charleston...and New York!? Kind of?!
4 min read


Los Tacos No. 1 in New York City
Places I like to eat standing up: in front of the fridge, two feet from the TV, and here.
4 min read


Chez Nous in Charleston, South Carolina
Not invited to a lush Charleston mansion to dine al fresco under the stars? Meet the next best thing.
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Bennett's Sandwich Shop in Kennebunkport, Maine
A no-frills local institution perfecting the art of The Beach Sandwich.
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Vern's in Charleston, South Carolina
Is Vern's the perfect restaurant? The NYT, Michelin Guide, and I all have thoughts.
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Bar Mario in New York City
Careful, the infectious air of summer will sweep you into Bar Mario and not release you until you eat the tomatoes!!
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The Scandinave Spa in Whistler, British Columbia
Finally, a great scapegoat for not wanting to ski the third day.
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Circa 1886 in Charleston, South Carolina
Fine dining, but without the foam, pop rocks, and mist.
3 min read


DIY Bike Tour: Lourmarin, France
Bike through Provence on your own - and end up at a quaint cafe! Beware of the pastis.
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I Sodi in New York City
Come hungry, because who knows when Taylor Swift will drop in next and create a Resy-storm for the next year?
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Le Moulin Hotel in Lourmarin, France
In life, I think we're supposed to spend much more time drinking coffee and wine in the sun. Go here to do that.
4 min read


Petit Tapas in Barcelona, Spain
Someone please bottle up the energy of wandering the streets, eating dinner at 10pm, and having too many peppery Riojas.
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Brunch and Cake in Barcelona, Spain
They say their food is served "just like Grandma would" to which I say - who was your grandmother!? She's crazy - but fun.
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Melozhori Private Game Reserve in Cape Town, South Africa
Go here when you're going to throw your phone into a garbage disposal if you get another notification.
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Sendero Hotel in Nosara, Costa Rica
Every time I plan a trip I ask myself: But would it be better than going back to the Sendero?
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Red's Ice House in Charleston, South Carolina
There's something about being at Red's on a Sunday afternoon that makes you forget that you have a job to go to tomorrow.
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Alma in Cartagena, Colombia
It always feels good to discover a hidden gem, but sometimes an amazing spot is simply the one everyone is talking about.
3 min read


Alquímico in Cartagena, Colombia
Does the 2024 World's Best Bar still have it's magic? IMHO: Yes.
3 min read
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