by Christina Santos Don’t get me wrong—I’m a big fan of makeup… on other people. For me, less is more—especially when traveling. Who wants to use up valuable luggage space with hordes of eyeshadow pots, concealer and eyeliner—not to mention waste valuable time at the vanity table instead of going out? In addition, I have…
Enjoy a six day trip to Yukon, Canada where each day reveals the beauty of northern Canada. Each night, after a busy day, the night sky will reveal the beautiful and natural phenomena of the Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights). We visit places such as Yukon Brewing Company, Takhini Hot Springs, scenic South Klondike Highway and…
If you like sake or would like to learn more about Japan’s premium rice wines then join Nombe’s sake sommelier, Gil Payne, this Wednesday when he brings out the big guns. You’ll experience some exceptional sake from the Miyasaka Family of Suwa, Nagano, makers of the Miyasaka and Masumi Brand sakes. This 10th Generation sake…
I have an inexplicable fear of insects … to the extent I can barely dispose of one unless I am faced with the realization that if I don’t, it might very well crawl into my bed at night and take a bite. Contrast this to my Mother who has a “pet” spider who has taken…
In need of a reminder of what life was like before smart phones, Twitter and Google Maps dialed us into everyone, everything, everywhere all the time? When you need a break from technology and that constant info-stream, head to Santa Barbara for a good, old-fashioned getaway. From historic residences like Casa del Herrero and Stow…
Parents everywhere agree: traveling with children isn’t easy. Let the Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile add some excitement to your next family vacation and keep the kids entertained with their new package, Nickelodeon Your Stay. This package has everything you need to keep your young ones busy from check-in until bedtime. Here’s what’s included: Complimentary…
Chef Mourad Lahlou, Aziza Last night I attended a pre-kick-off Spice Party for SF CHEFS 2010, held at the Westin St. Francis Hotel and it certainly was “everything nice”. A room full of celeb chefs presented us with some delectable spice-up-your-buds bites. A few of my fave’s were Mourad Lahlou’s (Aziza) egg, charmoula,potato foam and…