The V&A absolutely slays fashion exhibits and the Schiaparelli one was no different. A veritable display of art meets fashion, I couldn’t help but read every word and snap pic after pic. While some of the creations are more than haute couture, veering more toward art installation on the human form canvas, others are classic…
Category: solo travel
Health Benefits of Pinsa: A Must-Try at Mia Trattoria
Recently I spent a week in Munich for a tradeshow and as always, I am excited to discover a new place, but this was a weird one for me. The hotel designated by work was in a rough area. Think ladies of the night buying cheap gold jewelry, or gambling, or hitting a kebab shop….
Bancone: A Solo Diners’ Paradise in London
On a recent solo jaunt, I tailored my lady’s day out around a stop for Bancone. On my list for years, Bancone appears to be professional pasta connoisseurs but within a reasonable budget – something we all need these days! Solo diners are popped at one of the many bars and I was glad to…
A Taste for Travel: London
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Cedric Grolet at The Berkeley- London
My cabbie brainwashed me into visiting this bakery that I knew, but didn’t exatly know I needed. That makes sense, right? He was asking if I knew of Mr. Cedric, I said, ‘mais oui!’ The luxe patisserie king who concocts sweet delights well disguised as fruit or anything else. I suppose I had this conversation…
The Selkie- Dundee
A quick trip to Dundee warranted a warm lunch to stave off the absolutely frigid temperatures. On a solo afternoon I opted for top-rated, “The Selkie, “ to discover whatever Scottish tapas were. A prix-set lunch brought a choice of two tapas and some very hearty bread to keep you warm. For the small plates…
Knightsbridge Spots- London
If you have a moment to yourself in London as a solo traveler, it’s always a fun idea to stick your head into Harrod’s for the ultimate window shop. Or, find a squat at the Moet champagne bar for a glass of fizz and people watching. Had enough of the above ground location and seeking…
Red Squirrel- Edinburgh
Think cozy pub, but traditional with a femmine vibe that comes from a mint green colored outside, and you have the Red Squirrel pub in Edinburgh. A rain and wind storm basically demanded that a signature steak burger and massive glass of red wine accompany me after a long day. While the chips and garlic…
The Outsider- Edinburgh
Well-situated at the top of Victoria Street in Edinburgh is The Outsider. Offering nice food options at a fair price, and perhaps the world’s funniest wine list, it’s a real gem. Views of the castle attract tourists in the early evening and couples in the later hours. With lit, tapered candles that seem like a…
The Virgin Hotel- Edinburgh
The Virgin Hotel is new-ish or at least new to me thanks to its Covid timed opening. Perched at the top of Victoria Street in a stately building, quintessential to the Edinburgh landscape, it seemed like the perfect location for an apero and new hotel investigation. The lounge was a heady combo of tres chic…
Maceo- Paris
A long walk through my new-to-me local neighborhood yielded tons of options for wine bars and restaurants- I was sad I wasn’t staying longer to try them all! Maceo looked like an excellent combination of wine bar and restaurant, so it’s where I secured my reservation for one. The restaurant is old school pretty and…