This week at Fine Dining Lovers we enjoyed a special celebration of Asia's 50 Best Restaurants which we live streamed from Macau.from Fine Dining Lovers
Saturday, March 31, 2018
The Week in Bites 01 April 2018
This week at Fine Dining Lovers we enjoyed a special celebration of Asia's 50 Best Restaurants which we live streamed from Macau.from Fine Dining Lovers
Princess: New Yacht For Classic Range
Princess fill out their Flybridge range with an exciting new 55-footer
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Breaking news: Alert at Papua New Guinea airport
A high school Mathematics teacher has been arrested at April River Airport (IATA code: APR) in Papua New Guinea. Officials were alerted when a scan of the suspected terrorist’s luggage detected a sharpened compass along with other items concealed in his case (including a protractor and other items), clearly designed to cause confusion and panic. […]
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8 reasons to visit Augrabies Fall National Park in South Africa
Don’t worry about lions, hippos, rhino and scorpions. This is one National Park where you can clamber down from the bakkie and explore independently, giving you’re the opportunity to bike and hike amongst the 54,000 hectares of this diverse National Park that borders Namibia. Augrabies is 800 km from both Capetown and Johannesburg. More conveniently […]
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Daily Dream Home: San Antonio
Today’s San Antonio estate was built in 1910 and isted on the National Register of Historic Places. This stately three-story home has a distinctive street presence with deep porches, a red brick exterior, a copper roof and many mature trees add to the impressive residence’s curb appeal.
Hardwood floors, high ceilings, detailed mouldings and exceptional millwork transform the versatile interior into a wonderful backdrop for day-to-day living and entertaining.
The living room with a fireplace opens to the formal dining room and the private study.
The kitchen features a commercial-grade gas range, two dishwashers and stainless steel counters.
Upstairs, the master suite has a sitting room. On the third floor, a large room with a bath could function as a bedroom suite or game room.
The detached three-car garage has a light-filled apartment above it with two bedrooms, two full baths, a modern kitchen and a living/dining area.
Situated on a beautiful street in a wonderful location, this home has easy access to Trinity University, Landa Library and The Pearl.
This historic home is listed for $1.25 million with Phyllis Browning Company and is showcased by Luxury Portfolio.
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Glamping Done Right: John Maniscalco Architecture Martis Camp, Lake Tahoe
Glamping is like regular camping minus the drudgery and discomfort and stocked with the creature comforts of home. In that sense, if you consider all definitions of the term, John Maniscalco Architecture Martis Camp, Lake Tahoe is glamping done right.
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This Massimo Bottura-Backed Project Empowers People with Special Needs Through Pasta
Learn more about Il Tortellante, a project that is giving hope to young people with special needs while keeping food traditions alive.from Fine Dining Lovers
Bottega Veneta’s New Home Collection During Salone Del Mobile 2018
As Milan’s Salone del Mobile draws near, Bottega Veneta will present its new Home collection in April, showcasing furniture and home accessories, featuring new styles, functions, materials and colours for both collections.
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Friday, March 30, 2018
Peanut Relish with Grilled Prawns.
Hummersalat & Kastanien-Trinkessig.
55' egg.
Tsubaki & Kouji.N.7 | Amber, China
Malaga strawberries over a sicilian pistachio panna cotta with milk jell & strawberry sorbet.from Fine Dining Lovers
Uv Food-Tomato Mozza and again.
Owan Soup Sakura Blooming.
Green Tiger Prawn,Duck and Oxalis.
Beetroot rose.
Hasu.5 star beds for the best sleep-outs in Africa
Sleeping out, under the African night sky is the insomniac’s dream. On safari the entertainment never stops and outside, all the channels are switched on at once. Between a heaven that is alive with satellites, stars, planets and planes and the bush that loudly goes about its gossip and business, the miracle of a great […]
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Maserati Levante Trofeo
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Chase Pocket Knife
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Aerin Lauder’s New Collection for Williams Sonoma Home
Aerin Lauder’s latest collection for Williams Sonoma Home has just launched and I think it might actually be better than her first. I love the addition of green to the blue and white mix and the new scalloped bedding. If you’re still trying to put your Easter table together or plan your spring and summer entertaining, you might want to take a look.
Bon Weekend and Happy Shopping!
XOXO,
HC
AERIN Ardsley Mixed Salad Plates, Set of 4
AERIN Ardsley Platter
AERIN Scalloped Rim Dinner Plates in Blue
AERIN Embroidered Floral Napkins, Set of 4
AERIN Ardsley Champagne Bucket with Woven Handle
AERIN Sea Blue Appetizer Plates, Set of 4
AERIN Fairfield Melamine Salad Plates, Set of 4
AERIN White Basketweave Pitcher
AERIN Fairfield Organic Printed Bedding
AERIN Scalloped Organic Bedding
AERIN Blue Blossom Embroidered Pillow Cover
AERIN Outdoor Printed Fairfield Lumbar Pillow and Other Pillows
AERIN Printed Trade Winds Beach Towel, Green
AERIN Wicker Hurricanes
AERIN Wave Gallery Frames
AERIN Handpainted Tile Cachepots
AERIN White Raffia and Shell Tray
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2019 Jaguar F-PACE SVR
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Crow’s Nest Extended Rooftop Tent
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Daily Dream Home: Golden, Colorado
Today’s beautifully renovated home is situated on two stunning private acres.
The house is situated to offer panoramic views from the Evergreen valley to the lakes in Littleton then west to Mt. Evans.
Enjoy and relax with family and friends in the abundant amount of gathering spaces.
Great room features a wall of windows that perfectly frame the view or move the party outside to the stone patio or the wrap around deck.
The kitchen boosts a granite island for gatherings. The centrally located dining room with huge picture window so your guests can be wowed by the food and the view.
The home also includes, a greenhouse, private wine cellar, fabulous home office and two laundry locations.
The master suite captures stunning views, has vaulted ceilings sheathed in wood and spa like bathroom.
Additional bedrooms are smartly placed throughout the home for just enough privacy.
Genesee offers 11 miles of hiking trails, 1200 acres of open space, two pools, four tennis courts and award-winning schools.
This home is listed for $1.499 million with Kentwood Real Estate and is showcased by Luxury Portfolio
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Delicious Michelin-Starred Food Porn from Austria and Hungary
Take a look at dishes from two newly two-Michelin-starred restaurants in Budapest and Vienna.from Fine Dining Lovers
Sumosan Twiga – London’s Coolest Italian Sushi Restaurant & Nightclub
Sumosan Twiga – London’s Coolest Italian Sushi Restaurant & Nightclub
Where? Sumosan Twiga, Knightsbridge, West London
When? March 2018
Why? I live in London, a city that I adore. And I’m very proud to say it’s one of the best cities in the world when it comes restaurants, bars and clubs. So the bar is set very high, excuse the pun :) I don’t often do restaurant reviews, but when a venue comes along that I genuinely love, I want to share the news.
Eating sushi and partying are two activities that I love, but I wouldn’t normally do together. Which is why one of my new favourite restaurants in town is Sumosan Twiga – London’s Coolest Italian Sushi Restaurant & Nightclub – where the chic set eat, drink and party. And it just so happens the guys at Sumosan Twiga invited Charlie and I for dinner in order to review the fantastic food and great atmosphere! How could I resist.
Location, Location, Location
Tucked away on a quiet passageway just off London’s luxurious Sloane Street, Sumosan Twiga invites diners to exceptional cocktails and a split menu of Japanese and Italian specialities, all set in an ultra chic environment with a chilled house music soundtrack.
The brain child of Flavio Briatore; of Formula One fame, who also owns a string of exclusive, international, hospitality offerings under the name Billionaires Club; and Janina Wolkow, one of London’s ‘young gun restaurateurs’ as named by the Evening Standard, when she pioneered the luxury Sumosan brand. After the success of Wolkow’s Sumosan pop up at Briatore’s Monte Carlo Restaurant Twiga, they decided to join forces and create Sumosan Twiga in London’s exclusive Knightsbridge area.
Combining the Italian spirit and traditional culinary flavours of Monaco’s famed Twiga restaurant with the reputation of Mayfair’s legendary Japanese favourite ‘Sumosan’, Sumosan Twiga offers an elegant three floor gastronomic residence with the energy of a private club.
Two menus pack a sophisticated punch, where Venetian-inspired Italian classics sit along side an innovative Japanese menu. The glamourous clientele can enjoy the very best dishes from east to west.
Sushi Theatre
For pure sushi theatre, the open kitchen takes a corner of the first-floor restaurant, where its show-stopping signature plates are created, from Truffle Hamachi Tiradito, New Style Sashimi to its delicious ‘Billionaire Rolls’.
The Decor
Super sleek, seductive interiors are designed by Italian architect Michele Bonan, renowned for his work with the Ferragamo fashion family.
The first-floor dining room is a light open space, predominantly monochrome with traditional, elegant touches. Chic black-wood floors are accented by classic European stucco details, Japanese hand painted screens are juxtaposed with beautifully crafted Italian furnishings in cool greys mixed with pops of bronze. Guests dine amongst oriental orchids and a beautifully curated art collection including African photography pieces by Blu Bonan.
After Dark
Taking the Sumosan Twiga experience in to the night, the restaurant’s underground lounge is inspired by the Twiga Late Night Lounge born in Monaco by Briatore’s ‘Billionaire Life’ hospitality brand. The London lounge, an intimate space designed with references to Briatore’s love affair with Africa, regularly hosts bespoke events as part of its private events’ schedule and post dinner party revelry too.
Image above is the chic masculine second floor bar and below the basement club.
Cocktail O’clock
Dario Ciaramella is the head mixologist at Sumosan Twiga. Born in Naples Ciaramella has worked in his home city, London and Rome. You can indulge in some seriously fun cocktails at the upstairs bar and the basement club.
I had the Wasabi Margherita which came with it’s own cone filled with fiery wasabi peas clipped to the side of the glass. This one is not for the faint hearted.
That’s all from me in London. Thank you Sumosan Twiga for a wonderful dinner and experience. Next stop Marbella…
Sumosan Twiga is open for lunch from 12.00 to 15.00 and for dinner from 18.30 to 02.00. Price £££.
165 Sloane Street, London, SW1X 9QB E: www.sumosantwigalondon.com T: 0203 096 0222.
Bon voyage xx
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5 of the most seductive stays on Mallorca
Mallorca’s effortless sophistication and seductive Mediterranean charms have been enchanting travelers for decades, and continue to entice even the most seasoned traveler with a swoon worthy lullaby of sun, sea and serenity. From luxury stays with soul and hilltop villages that glow golden in the sun to hidden coves of shimmering aquamarine and a symphony […]
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How to Cut Cheese Like a Pro
Want to create the perfect cheese board? Learn how to cut cheese like a pro with this handy infographic.from Fine Dining Lovers
This & That: March 30, 2018
Books —Am I There Yet?: The Loop-de-loop, Zigzagging Journey to Adulthood by Mari Andrew One of the artists I follow in Instagram is water color illustrator Mari Andrew. With her thoughtful insights about life and making it through the everyday with relationships, career and daily routines, I continue to appreciate her vulnerability to share what […]
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How To Cook Scallops in a Pan: 3 Chef-Approved Recipes and Tips
You'll love these exquisite recipes from acclaimed chefs who show you their special way of cooking scallops in a pan. Must-try recipes perfect for entertaining!from Fine Dining Lovers
Thursday, March 29, 2018
Genesis Essentia GT Concept
from Men's Gear
3 Paris Restaurants with a View of the Eiffel Tower
For a dinner with breath taking views of Paris' iconic landmark, here are 3 of our favourites where you'll be just as enchanted with the menu as the view.from Fine Dining Lovers
Moment Anamorphic Smartphone Lens
from Men's Gear
Bosch Easycut Nanoblade Mini Chainsaw
from Men's Gear
This Tuna Cuts Like Iberico!
Take a look at some of the incredible things chef Quique Dacosta is doing with cured products at his three-Michelin-star restaurant.from Fine Dining Lovers
Modul GO Houseboat Concept
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Top Strategies For Saving Money On Your RV Trip
Even if traveling makes your life more rich, just the opposite can be said for your bank account. While RV trips are certainly cheaper in comparison to flying to exotic locations and staying in hotels, they are still rather costly. The good news, however, is that there are a variety of ways you can save money while traveling in an RV. Once you’ve found an RV to rent through a resource like Outdoorsy.com, you’ll be ready to put these money saving tips into action.
Here are the top strategies for saving money on your RV trip:
Travel During Shoulder Season
The first money saving tip is to travel during what is called ‘shoulder season.’ Shoulder season is simply the time of year where there are the fewest number of travelers or tourists but when the weather is still suitable for traveling. This means that prices are lower for just about everything. Plus, you’ll have less of a crowd when you arrive at your destination. So in that regard, it’s a win-win.
There are specifically two shoulder seasons in the year: April through early June and then September through October. Off season is during the winter, and peak season is during the summer. While you may experience a little rain during shoulder season, you shouldn’t have to deal with snow or incredibly cold weather or anything like that. Even if it’s not in the middle of summer, the lower cost of travel and fewer travelers definitely makes it worth it.
Take Your Time Shopping For Fuel
If there’s one expense that all RV owners and renters dread, it’s the cost of fuel, which can reach into the hundreds or even thousands of dollars in a single road trip. And even the smaller sized motorhomes are still hardly fuel efficient. This is why you should definitely take your time to shop for fuel on your motorhome trip versus stopping into the first gas station that you visit. Considering that some RVs can hold over a hundred and fifty gallons of fuel, a station that offers only one to two cents less a gallon for fuel will still save you a lot of money.
The most efficient way to shop for fuel will be with an app such as GasBuddy that will show you all the stations and their fuel prices in the surrounding area.
Join An RV Club
There are a large number of RV discount memberships and clubs that you can join, and joining these clubs will be well worth it to safe on money. Certain clubs or memberships will either grant you access or discounts to several RV parks across the country, RV insurance, emergency towing services, the ability to park at certain golf courses and resorts for free, or a combination of those things. Most of the clubs are also inexpensive and cost less than fifty dollars a year to join.
Who Says You Have To Stay At An RV Park?
Last but not least, who exactly says you must spend overnight at an RV park? RV parks can cost anywhere from $15 to $50 or so a night, with the more expensive parks usually having better space and superior amenities. That being said, staying at a park is most certainly not required for traveling in an RV. Instead, you can park at a private camping area, at the parking lot to a grocery store such as Wal-Mart, off the side of a road (where legal), and so on.
RV travelers call this ‘boondocking,’ and it’s certainly a more inexpensive way to travel. There are also certain RV camps as well that will allow you to park and stay for a period of time either for free or for a very cheap fee, so those options would certainly be worth exploring too. The one negative aspect of boondocking is you won’t have access to utilities and water, so be careful that you conserve what you have.
Saving Money On Your RV Trip
While an RV road trip is going to be costly no matter how you slice it, the tips you have learned in this article can still help you to save a significant amount of money. In the end, saving money on RV trips really comes down to the simple concept of being responsible for your finances and not spending money you don’t have.
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A Dozen Easter Table Inspirations
If like me, you’re scrambling to get your Easter festivities together (no egg pun intended!), then I thought you might appreciate the Easter table inspiration I’ve been frantically amassing. There a variety of directions in which you could go, but I’ve narrowed my options down to four key styles. I’m having a hard time picking a favorite. I’m curious to hear which look you like the best.
Sweet pastel hues are kind of a no-brainer at Easter. Light pinks, dusty blues, pale greens, and touches of mauve or lilac offer a pretty, soft palette.
Another fail-safe Easter route is pink. Whether you go with a pink linen tablecloth, some pink plates or the combination of both, you’ll definitely set a light, airy spring mood.
In true Apt34 fashion, I’m always drawn to a neutral look. Going really simple, understated and color-free might feel a bit unexpected this time of year, but by keeping your tablescape calm, you’ll let all your yummy Easter recipes take center stage.
If you’re feeling more adventurous, why not go for big, bold color! Vibrant greens, saturated navy blue, bold oranges, yellows, and magenta all mix together in a bright beautiful way. You’ll definitely set a table to remember.
What kind of style do you prefer for your spring celebrations? I’d love to know!
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Daily Dream Home: Thousand Oaks
Today’s home in the Thousand Oaks near Los Angeles has a charmingly angular profile.
Built in 1979, the Scandinavian inspired single story home is positioned for panoramic views of the city and mountains from sunrise to sunset, plus spectacular city lights views at night.
If you are into a bright modern style, this completely re-modeled/updated home is your dream come true.
The home offers clean and uncluttered design with smooth polished concrete floors.
The modern kitchen has Caesarstone countertops and stainless steel appliances.
Detail is evident at every turn, from the lines of the built-in cabinets throughout the house to the gorgeous succulent and flower garden outside.
This home offers the best of indoor/outdoor living. It is listed for $999,900 with Pinnacle Estate Properties and is showcased by Luxury Portfolio.
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Top 5 Greek island destinations in 2018
From heart-stopping adventures to the perfect Mediterranean dish, Greece has a variety of destinations to discover. In 2018, we handpicked five island destinations which already enjoy some of the limelight and will attract some international discerning travelers looking for crystal clear waters, authentic cuisine and the well-known Greek philoxenia (φιλοξενία). Paros Island Located close to […]
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