Travel, life, loves and laughs.
An impromptu catch up with friends takes me to The Pointe for an evening at the Italian restaurant, Mura.
The maitre’d hands me a menu as she shows me our table. A waiter promptly appears eager to take my drink order.… Read the rest
Wow! Wow, wow and wow! An evening brunch at Sola Jazz Lounge packs a punch with the showy entrance at Raffles, The Palm. This is an outstandingly spectacular hotel foyer in a city of impressive hotels with impressive foyers.… Read the rest
It has been a while since I have had a night out with friends so I’m excited about La Carnita and a Ladies Night catch up.
La Carnita, located within the Intercontinental Hotel at Dubai Marina, is a great place for a drink and dinner.… Read the rest
Looking for a special night out? Date night, friends night, any night is a good night for Atelier M. Located at Pier 7 on Dubai Marina, this is a picture perfect location for any occasion.
Rebecca and I didn’t really need an occasion, the promise of a night out was enough.… Read the rest
It has been a rough few years. COVID, jobs lost, friends leaving and lives changing without really moving forwards. Such is the nature of an expat life at the best of times. Yet despite all of it, there is still life and friendship to celebrate.… Read the rest
Lunch at Mimi Kakushi’s is the best I have ever had.
Some meals are memorable for different reasons. It might be the atmosphere, the service, view, a particular ingredient or indeed an entire dish that stands out. Mimi Kakushi brings all of these elements together to provide a very, very memorable meal for all the right reasons.… Read the rest
Why choose just 5 best restaurants when one could, and to some extent I have (literally), eaten my way around Crete? One of the delights of travel is the opportunity to discover new things and flavors could very well be at the top of this list.… Read the rest
After a chilled morning and a snorkel tour this afternoon, we are looking for something with a good menu as well as that special cuteness factor for an intimate evening meal. It is finally Ela Taverna that wins out.… Read the rest
It is a golden day if not yet a golden sunset. We have spent the morning at Ancient Falasarna and are now ready for some lunch and a rest in the shade. Golden Sunset Taverna catches our eye – with spectacular views and a great menu.… Read the rest
We discover Almyriki, Stavros Beach, after a morning exploring monasteries on the Akrotiri Peninsula east of Chania. Hot and hungry we stumble in and are instantly cooled and calmed by this little beachside gem of a restaurant.
The view is stunning.… Read the rest