Last night, I had the chance to visit Cuba… right in downtown Paris! Hotel Eminente has opened itsdoors for a limited time, transporting guests to a casa particular in the jungles of Isla del Cocodrilo. This exclusive experience awakens the senses and immerses guests into the world of Eminente, anew Cuban luxury rum within the…
A Weekend Guide for Cannes
Cannes is a resort town along the French Riviera. World renown for the Cannes Film Festival, it has so much more to offer. I was…
Life in Champagne: Season of Vendages
Over here in Champagne, the first sign of autumn is the announcement of the vendages — otherwise known as the grape harvest. It is a…
Private Hennessy Visit and Lunch at Château de Bagnolet
Hennessy is an icon of pop culture. It is the biggest producer of cognac, located in Cognac, France. Literally the H in LVMH, it is,…
Private Lunch at the Louis Vuitton Family Home
Nestled in the unassuming suburb of Asnières-sur-Seine, just a few kilometers north-west of downtown Paris, is one of the most exclusive locations in France: the…
Visiting Moët & Chandon: A Journey Through History and Excellence
Épernay, a picturesque town nestled in the heart of the Champagne region in France, holds a special place in the world of fine wines and…
RECIPE: Duck Breast with Lavender Port Sauce + Wine Pairing
My mead-pairing adventures continue with this latest recipe! ICYMI, I was intrigued by the different mead cuvées offered by Bulles de Ruche. Each honey wine…
RECIPE: Easy Homemade Ceviche + Wine Pairing
Continuing from my last post, I was intrigued by the different mead cuvées offered by Bulles de Ruche. Each one derives its unique flavours and…
Bulles de Ruche: the Nectar of the Gods gets a Modern Twist
Known as the nectar of the gods, mead is a drink that dates back to antiquity and may actually be the oldest alcoholic drink in…
RECIPE: Easy Tomato + Leek + Garlic Confit
Confit is a traditional French method of cooking food in fat, oil, or a water syrup at a low temperature. It was traditionally used as a…