My first thought when writing this post is that I don’t want to. This place is so special, I almost hate to let this little secret out of the bag… but I will. Looking for a wine themed long weekend in driving distance of Geneva, we stumbled upon Hotel Spinerola in Moncalvo. This only three…
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Pizzeria Weekend- Moncalvo
After a few nights of upscale meals that were good , but not great, we wanted something simple. So, on a whim we found Pizzeria Weekend. The staff seemed enamored by the gentleman so allowed us a last minute reservation at a prime table outside. Oh la la! We opted to share a sausage pizza…
Al Gatto Negro- Torino
On the doorstep of a long weekend in the Piedmont region, we drove to Torino for one evening to see a new city, even if it was a bit worse for wear, and try the famed Al Gatto Negro restaurant. Al Gatto Negro was known for having a couple Michelin stars but then lost them…
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…
Jose Carlos Garcia- Malaga
After reading that Jose Carlos Garcia was a Michelin starred restaurant on the waterfront in Malaga, I knew it was the perfect location for my anniversary dinner, celebrating a year in remission. I’d booked in advance thinking I’d enjoy a cozy, indulgent one as I do. Lucky, me it turns out I’d have a partner-in-crime,…
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…
Hotel Miramar- Malaga
For a truly special occasion, it was beach front or bust. I need something easily accessible from the airport with a few good restaurants nearby. Malaga’s grand Hotel Miramar it would have to be. And just look at the place; it’s spectacular. The lobby has a Moorish lean to it, which is something new to…
KGB- Malaga
Everyone tells you to be sure to eat late in Spain so we went rogue one evening, with no dinner reservation, determined to just turn up somewhere around 21:00 – really not even so late, is it? The only place who seemed to have room for us was KGB and we were very glad they…
Bibo Dani Garci- Puente Romano
Wow. This name alone reminds me I’m working in a different universe! One Michelin star, many laughs, long looks over the Puente Romano courtyard below…Amazing that this place even exists. Tuna tartare, always here for it! Is there anything a spot of rioja and brisket sandwich won’t fix? Answer: hell, no… Was Bibo Dani Garcia,…