New Orleans is a city where you never have to grow up, where your childhood dreams can bleed into your grown-up life, where there’s a little bit of magic waiting for you at every turn. This city is enchanting, intoxicating, and consuming. When you fall for New Orleans, you fall hard; and once you’re hooked,…

The Brunch You Didn’t Know You Needed at Mister Mao
We haven’t been in New Orleans long, but we found the awesomeness that is Mister Mao pretty early in our tenure here. I came across it during one of my deep dives into the local restaurant scene, and I knew as soon as I saw the menu that it was something both my husband and…

Luvi – I Love You! A Review of One of Uptown’s Most Unique Dining Spots
I found Luvi almost by accident. I was attempting to make a reservation at another restaurant my husband had told me about. But they didn’t have options available at the time I wanted to dine, so I scrolled the list of other recommendations given by Resy, and up popped Luvi. I knew right away it…

Vincent’s Italian Cuisine: A Review and a Return to Food Writing
The first time my husband ever pointed out Vincent’s to me, I just knew that I’d like it. There’s nothing particularly alluring or grand about the look of it; it’s unassuming — but for some reason, it immediately evoked a desire in me to dine there. It’s been on my radar for months, and last…

Where to Eat (and Where to Stay!) on Your Next Trip to Downtown Seattle
Located on the corner of Eighth and Pine, The Paramount Hotel is conveniently just a couple moments walk from both the heart of downtown Seattle and Capitol Hill. It’s also a mere block away from Pacific Place for fabulous shopping (and Din Tai Fung), and a moment or two’s walk to the light rail or…
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Things I’ll Be Eating in Seattle for the Rest of Summer
All the Salmon Sushi at Nijo Fresh Berries from Pike Place Market The Little Summer Heirloom Panzanella Salad at Von's 1000Spirits Fresh Dungeness Crab and Sparkling Rosé at Place Pigalle Oysters & White Wine at Taylor Shellfish ...