New Zealand, it’s got everything an outdoor enthusiast could ever want: wild beaches, majestic peaks, vast wildernesses, and lush green forests. Each region boasts a unique combination of nature, culture, modernity and experiences to suit every interest. The land of the long white cloud is also blessed with some of the most exquisite luxury accommodation. […]
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Chinese cities are backing a record three yachts in the 12th Clipper Race, with the Sanya entry looking to defend its title from 2017-18.
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Zhang Minghao has some unfinished business to complete in the Clipper 2019-20 Race, which features record Chinese participation with 48 Ambassador Crew
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Sure, there are some amazing spas out there, but are they actually worth getting on a plane to visit? Here are a few which actually ARE worth getting on a long airplane ride to experience first-hand. 1. Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Dorado, Puerto Rico, US The exquisite spa at Dorado Beach rests on 5 […]
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This duplex penthouse offering at 153 Bowery Street is in one of the most sought-after neighborhoods in Manhattan, the crossroads of the Lower East Side and Nolita. This two-bedroom residence also includes a media room or den which can be converted into a third bedroom. This stylish home is in excellent condition and features over […]
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Garmin gives us the Fenix 6X Pro Solar -- a GPS-enabled smartwatch that can recharge its batteries under sunlight to extend your usage.
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Nike adds another self-lacing shoe to its lineup with the Adapt Huarache and it seems that there might be others on the way soon.
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The first Sanlorenzo SL102 Asymmetric into Singapore will be followed by the arrival of an SX88 crossover yacht later this year.
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Now that I have my house, can see the walls, the rooms and know what the clay I have the opportunity to mold actually is, I am scooping up deals on items I have long saved in my shopping cart or in my email files. Never one to want to pay full price as I […]
The Amazon rainforest has been in the news recently because of massive fires which have been destroying forest and killing the fauna living there. So how can we contribute to the conservation of nature and protect the way of life of the people who has been there for generations? Along the Amazon rainforest, there are some […]
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When most people plan a trip to England, they tend to make London their home base. But there is so much more to the country than its capital, such as the beautiful Roman-influenced Bath in Somerset, which is why when I found myself with a long layover ...
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In the heart of the Great Barrier Reef, located in one of only four of Australia’s Whitsunday Islands, the InterContinental Hayman Island Resort recently reopened it’s doors to guests, after a cyclone damaged the island two years ago.
...The last time I played golf at Stoke Park, I was only able to play four of the middle nine holes dues to a visiting party following behind us. On a recent visit I was therefore able to rectify this and played the full 1 to 18 holes. Stoke Park has 27 holes made up […]
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The Canadian resort of Whistler is best known for its icy peaks and legendary ski slopes, but this vibrant part of British Columbia has something to offer visitors at any time of year. If you’re looking to visit in style, Whistler has luxury hote...
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Nicknamed Cbus, Columbus is the fastest growing city in the Midwest and fourth fastest in the country. Home to Ohio's second-largest metropolitan area, Columbus encompasses ten counties which has seen massive growth and construction throughou
...Enjoying afternoon tea is one of the most popular things to do in London. There are lots of different London …
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This stunning contemporary home in Mountain Village, Colorado is being sold through SparkOffer, a new platform for sellers. The seller is accepting offers ranging from $3.75 million to $4.195 million by September 27. Set within a mature stand of shimmering Aspen trees, this newly completed custom residence is located slope-side along the groomed Sundance Trail. […]
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Segway is adding another platform to its lineup with a reverse-trike model called the KickScooter T60, which boasts cloud control capabilities and AI.
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Featuring an intricately carved crystalline dragon, the RM 57-03 is masterfully executed using a combination of traditional and high tech engraving techniques, produced in a limited edition of 55 pieces, 5 of which have a sapphire case.
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The Sabi Sands Game Reserve is one of the most famous safari destinations in Africa. Renowned for the highest standard of game viewing and its exceptional leopard sightings, you would think that a trip here would be all you need when going on safari in South Africa. I decided to challenge that notion. After recently […]
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In a 20 year study of 850,000 automobile accidents, researchers found black cars 47% more prone to incidents, is this Vantablack BMW SUV the brand's most dangerous car?
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Striking harbour views and top-notch amenities make One Barangaroo, Crown Residence a property gem to own.
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Delivering a blend of contemporary sound and theatrics, Adam Lambert’s style has propelled him from an American Idol superstar singer-songwriter into an international celebrity. The house he bought in 2009 that overlooks the Su...
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We’ve heard it all before: “farm-to-table,” “from scratch” the newest being “farm-to-fork” but often these lines get blurred. Of course food comes from a farm to where you consume in a restaurant, generall
...With Labor Day approaching this weekend, the end is summer is almost here. Don’t miss out on end of summer barbecues around the world, with a luxe spin. Jet settera can skip the typical burgers and hot dogs and try a Michelin-star BBQ in the French wine region, an Arabic barbecue and an Abu Dhabi […]
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A big auction from Prop Store is heading our way and will feature awesome movie items that will become prized items in any collection
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This stunning 16th– century English manor is set on 18 private acres in Chestnut Hill, Pennsylvania, 25 minutes from Central Philadelphia has a fascinating backstory. The original owner of the land, George Elkins, was an Anglophile and had the resources to create whatever residence he wanted thanks to his father’s success in the oil, gas, […]
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The 2019 IAA Frankfurt International Motor Show will feature innovative new EVs such as the Audi AI:TRAIL Quattro among others.
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Stoke Park – the wonderful luxury 5-star hotel in Buckinghamshire, UK – has recently introduced two padel courts to extend their leisure facilities. For the uninitiated like myself, padel is similar to a combination of tennis and squash played outdoors on astroturf. Although first introduced to the UK in 1992, padel has been played for […]
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The Canvas OLED Soundbar is a phenomenal complementary add-on to add sonic oomph to the visual beast that is your TV.
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As wine festivals go, the Downtown Aquarium Wine Festival in Denver just might be the best combination of activities, great wine, and stellar food in Denver Summer festivals. And, since it occurs on a Saturday afternoon in August, you still have time to see other sights or diversions in the downtown Denver area. Critter central […]
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The McLaren 720S Spider gets an awesome tuning package from Novitec that pushes its performance number beyond what the stock configuration can deliver.
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The Laundromat, a dramatisation of the infamous Panama Papers, follows a group of journalists who uncover illicit money networks which help multi-millionaires avoid tax all over the world
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New Zealand’s landscapes are nothing short of spectacular, especially when explored on foot. Whether you would prefer a short easy walk of half an hour through native bush to a deserted waterfall or a day walk on one of New Zealand’s most famous tracks, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to explore the great outdoors. Abel […]
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I was invited to review Bar Boulud and our food was complimentary. I was not paid to visit and was not under contractual obligation to write this blog post or create content on any platform. Neither was Oscar…
Before we had Oscar, Mr S and I firmly decided that we would fit him into our usual lives as we didn’t want to stop going out to restaurants or travelling. This has meant that since he was born we’ve got him used to being around people and noise, he doesn’t flinch when the TV is turned on and he’s perfectly fine in big groups of people. With this in mind we’ve been very happy to take him out with us and enjoy a meal the three of us. Yes it does mean sometimes we have to eat one at a time or I need to stop my lunch to top him up with a feed but it seems to be working so far. Though experienced parents may be reading this and laughing at my naivety as I’m still very much in the early days! When I was invited to review Bar Boulud at the Mandarin Oriental in Hyde Park, it seemed the perfect opportunity to take Oscar for his first blogging restaurant review.
We were supposed to be enjoying the new terrace at Mandarin Oriental but bad weather took us inside to enjoy the stylish interiors of Bar Boulud, the hotel’s gorgeous French Brasserie.
My gorgeous lunch dates and I would be enjoying the food of world-renowned chef Daniel Boulud who has restaurants across the globe in the USA, Canada and Singapore as well as here, his only European restaurant. The most famous of his restaurants is the eponymous Daniel in New York City which boasts three Michelin stars. Here in the London restaurant, the food is inspired by Chef Boulud’s childhood growing up in the countryside in Lyon, France. There are French classics, charcuterie platters and delicious dessert along the way. Think l’escargot and French onion soup but with the option to have a Yankee burger (the classic beef patty, iceberg lettuce, tomato, onions, pickles and sesame bun) if that’s what you fancy. I actually met Chef Boulud myself, right here, a couple of years ago.
I always think that good bread sets the precedent for a good meal, and the chewy baguette slices serves with creamy butter here are just divine.
Our starters were basically everything that I’d had to avoid when pregnant; an absolutely perfectly seasoned hand-cut beef tartar with baby gem lettuce, cornichons, capers and mustard, served with criss cross chips. My favourite starter was petites fritures or crispy white baits, mussels and squid served with aïoli – food fit for the riviera. And finally a zesty and refreshing ceviche of cured seabass, watermelon, jalapeno shiso and verjus.
Main courses followed the seafood theme and we had two of our favourite dishes to share – moules a la creme or steamed Cornish mussels, white wine, parsley & crème fraîche with a side of fries. Mr S particularly like the way the mussels were served, there’s a pool of sauce at the side to really dip those shells into. Tagliatelle aux fruits de mer or squid ink pasta, market seafood confit lemon, cherry tomato fennel cress was my favoured main course. It was just so perfectly assembled in terms or textures and flavour notes seriously a dish of dreams.
Little O behaved like an absolute super star and was very well-behaved throughout. We had to break so he could eat himself but fortunately I’m getting braver about feeding him in public and I’ve got this nifty apron thing to cover myself up when in restaurants etc.
That day we’d registered little O’s birth and the day before had been his one month birthday so we had plenty to celebrate. And the team at Bar Boulud thought so too! Presenting Oscar with his name in sugar, a fruit platter and a super cute Paddington bar. Oscar was actually born at the Lindo Wing at St Mary’s hospital, right next to Paddington Station so it was a rather fitting present.
For mum and dad there was a trio of desserts including an assortment of macarons (caramel, chocolate and pistachio), ice cream and sorbet (vanilla, raspberry and chocolate). Finally was the vanilla mille-feuille with the most perfectly made puff pastry and crème pâtissière with hot caramel sauce drizzled on top and a side of vanilla ice cream.
All in all, a successful trip. The food was dreamy and the service is incredible, it was a big thumbs up from Oscar too!
Bar Boulud
Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park
66 Knightsbridge
London
SW1X 7LA
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After cannibalizing the engine and transmission from a Zanella ZB 125, Patricio Castelli crafts this stunning aerodynamic aluminum-clad custom motorcycle.
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Yes, barrique art is a thing, and French glassmaker Lalique has made it crystal clear.
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No price for this Lamborghini Miura P400 S Millechiodi yet. But don't expect it to come cheap.
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