We are passioned about travel, food and lifestyle. Since we met each other we travelled the world. We have visited all continents except Antarctic. We love luxurious hotels, great restaurants (Michelin star) and hot spots.
The Fairmont Empress in Victoria, British Columbia is a true gem of luxury and history. As soon as you arrive, you’re greeted by the imposing grandeur of this historic building, which majestically overlooks Victoria’s harbor. Often affectionately called “The Empress,”…
Continue readingIn Vancouver, there are a few Michelin-starred restaurants. We decide to go to Kissa tanto, which is within walking distance from our hotel. It’s a popular restaurant known for its innovative fusion of Italian and Japanese cuisine, offering a surprising…
Continue readingThe Fat Duck is Heston Blumenthal’s three-Michelin star restaurant. A few years ago, it was named the best restaurant in the world. There is no nameplate outside on the wall. The logo hangs on the façade and there is usually…
Continue readingFairmont Windsor Park is located at the foot of Windsor Park. The hotel is new, traditionally built. Arrival The arrival is undoubtedly spectacular. You drive along Bishopsgate Road, a residential area where the houses are behind high walls and very…
Continue readingThe former hunting lodge of Henry VIII dates from before 1550, this historic building houses the Great Fosters hotel and The Tudor Pass restaurant. The hotel is an SLH member. The entrance is spectacular, you come through a very small…
Continue readingMaking your own ice cream takes some time, but it is one of the best ways to get good ice cream. Here is a recipe that is not too complicated, you need an ice cream maker. Check in advance how…
Continue readingIn Amstelveen, a suburb of Amsterdam, is Stefan van Sprang’s restaurant. The restaurant has been operating since 2008. It has had two Michelin stars since 2012. It’s been a long time since I was last here, I went to aan…
Continue readingThis hidden gem Enchantment and Mii Amo is located against the red rocks, outside the village of Sedona. Both resorts belong to the same complex, Mii Amo is part of Relais & Chateaux while Enchantment has no partnership. Arrival The…
Continue readingA lighter hike than Munds Wagon & Hangover is Devil’s Bridge Trail. This hike is located near Enchantment Resort. From the parking lot it is recommended to follow the trail and not the road, even though the road is a…
Continue readingWhen we were at the Four Seasons Westlake Village we had dinner at a local Italian at Westlake. There we had classic spaghetti meatballs, this dish was very tasty after which I started making this dish myself. It’s a simple…
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