What: Oktoberfest, otherwise known as the "World's Biggest Beer Festival" Oktoberfest is an annual autumn festival that is associated with the consumption of large amounts of beer and traditional German foods. It's also a chance for men (Lederhosen) and women (Dirndl)...
is without a doubt, Ain't Nothin' But A Blues Bar. In fact, it's probably one of the best bars in Soho, with a low-key atmosphere and interesting people. In operation since 1993, Ain't Nothin' But A Blues Bar is a mecca for blues enthusiasts, resembling something of a...
Love fashion and macarons? Yah, silly question, who doesn't?! International fashion house Lanvin has teamed up with French confectioner Ladurée for a special edition box of macarons. Designed by Lanvin’s creative director Alber Elbaz, the whimsical, playful images of...
Why is it that we can't forget our phone for the duration of just one meal? Just one measly hour. Has our sense of self-worth become so inflated that we think someone is writing on our wall, tweeting, texting, or emailing us every minute of the day? Even after doing...
The movie Julie and Julia was just on TV, and naturally, I sat down to watch for the 100th time. Every single time, it gives me inspiration, makes me laugh, and reminds me that it's never too late to pursue your passions. If she were alive today, she would have been...
When I was planning a dinner party some time ago, I wanted to get my table setting just right. I know it probably didn't matter to my guests, but it mattered to me. So of course, I turned to the omnipotent and omniscient Google and found a wealth of literature on...
Followers of the vegetarian diet probably do not look to Berlin, or Germany in general as a provider of vegetarian restaurants, as the German cuisine is largely meat-based. But in recent years, the capital city has seen a refreshing change in its dining scene—more...
Berlin's nightlife is as diverse as the city itself, and due to the influx of international residents and visitors in the past few years, the city now features a nightlife scene that can certainly rival any other European metropolis. It’s much more than a watering...
“There are few hours in life more agreeable than the hour dedicated to the ceremony known as afternoon tea…from five o’clock to eight is on certain occasions a little eternity; but on such an occasion as this the interval could be only an eternity of pleasure.” —Henry...
What: La Tomatina, otherwise known as the “World’s Biggest Food Fight” Love tomatoes? Then, you may want to check out Spain’s annual tomato-throwing festival called La Tomatina. On this particular day, the streets of the town of Buñol become the scene for what may...
is at La Maison Angelina, a tearoom on the famous Rue de Rivoli, near the Louvre Museum. Established in 1903, this quaint cafe is a favorite among local Parisians and tourists alike. It literally is the best and richest cup of hot chocolate you will ever try. It's...
are from Noah's New York Bagels. Although it's caused more of a stir in northern California, southern California hasn't been deprived completely of Noah's. They're just so fluffy and soft; they're hard to resist! And the freshly-made cream cheeses, or schmears, are...