No one likes a flaky date. But flaky biscuits? That's a different story. If you're in the mood for some of the best biscuits and brunch in Austin, Texas, then head on over to Irene's for the Biscuits & Booze brunch. Read on for five reasons why you should consider Irene's for your next indulgence … Continue reading 5 Reasons To Try Irene’s Biscuits & Booze Brunch
The holidays already seem like a distant dream. I was frolicking across the French Riviera just a week ago, but it feels like an eternity. Perhaps the freezing Washington, DC air is to blame... At least I have fond and fresh memories to keep me afloat as I settle back into reality. This is the … Continue reading Discovering the French Riviera, Part One: Nice, France
A few weeks ago, I brunched at Central Michel Richard – ‘twas a sunny and warm Sunday afternoon, apparently a rarity for Washington, D.C., in early May. The restaurant’s name alone evokes a sense of sophistication – an ode to French cuisine in the heart of our nation’s capital. Lured by an exquisite prix-fixe menu … Continue reading Brunch at Central Michel Richard
Some people consider Paris the fashion capital of the world, others say it's New York...and others believe Milan deserves the title. When it comes to gourmet and casual food, however, Paris takes the cake (or macaron, in France's case). Although I only visited for four days, nearly each meal I devoured left me hungry for … Continue reading Feasting Parisian-Style, sans Caviar
Back in Texas, people often meet with friends for Sunday brunch to catch up on their weeks (especially in Austin, where tangerine-tinged mimosas flow in abundance). In Germany, however, brunch is a foreign concept. While practically every retail store is closed as if on holiday, several restaurants don't open on the "day of rest" until … Continue reading Sunday Brunch with Mannequins at Der Maldaner
Style Over Stress 