Redondo Beach, CA

I was lucky enough to spend the weekend researching an article in the cute little beach side town of Redondo Beach, CA. I stayed at the Portofino Hotel and Yacht Club, a quiet, top-notch boutique hotel located on a private…

Categories: california, food, life

Sunset Magazine

What a nice surprise! A part of my blog was reprinted in the “Buzz from Bloggers” section of the magazine. =) Thanks Sunset!

Categories: events, writing

Istanbul, Turkey

The view from The Kempinski Ciragon Palace of the Bosphorus River. The Blue Mosque. Aya Sophia. Basilica Cistern. The spice market. Turkish ice cream. The whirling dervishes.

Categories: life, pictures, travel

Paris, France

I love the romance of Paris…the beautiful architecture, strong lines and picture-perfect monuments. Even ordinary signs have appeal to me in French. I have an obsession with Laduree. This classy, elegant pastry shop on the Champs Elysses has been around…

Categories: food, france, life

One Bag, One World

I am nonchalantly packing for my 20 day trip. 12 cities, 5 different countries. In one bag. 1 overnight bag. 1 makeup bag. 1 accessory bag. 1 travel journal. 1 mini-laptop. 2 pairs of flip-flops. 2 pairs of heels. 2…

Categories: travel

Caffe Pinguini

One thing the South Bay is not known for is its restaurants. Sure, we have hidden gems scattered throughout the cities, but very rarely does something come around that qualifies as top notch dining. Enter Caffe Pinguini. This small, out-of-the-way…

Categories: food, pictures