FOOD + WINE


A review of a luxury holiday in FOOD + WINE. An insider’s guide to the best luxury hotels, resorts, and restaurants. Discover where to go, what to see and what to eat in FOOD + WINE, with Carmen Edelson.

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Uncorked Wine Tourism: Destinations Worth a Try

Uncorked Wine Tourism: Destinations Worth a Try

CALIFORNIA, EUROPE, FOOD + WINE, FRANCE, LIFESTYLE, LUXURY AFRICAN DESTINATIONS, LUXURY TRAVEL DESTINATIONS, LUXURY TRAVEL TO ITALY, SOUTH AMERICA, TRAVEL, UNITED STATES |
Wine tourism, or enotourism, first appeared in the late 1900s and has captured many hearts (and pallets) since then. Many places across the globe, from Napa Valley to South Africa, offer local wine tours, which include visiting vineyards, learning about…
Wine tourism, or enotourism, first appeared in the late 1900s and has captured many hearts (and pallets) since then. Many places across the globe, from Napa Valley to South Africa, offer local wine tours,…
How To Enjoy Peru From Home: Unboxing Souvenirs #DreamThenTravel

How To Enjoy Peru From Home: Unboxing Souvenirs #DreamThenTravel

FOOD + WINE, LIFESTYLE, PERU, SOUTH AMERICA |
It is important to stay safe at home in 2020, but one of my favorite countries will be there to welcome travelers once again when this is all over: Peru! I’ve been fortunate to travel twice to Peru in recent…
It is important to stay safe at home in 2020, but one of my favorite countries will be there to welcome travelers once again when this is all over: Peru! I’ve been fortunate to…
Top 12 Outdoor Dining Spots with Water Views in Fort Lauderdale

Top 12 Outdoor Dining Spots with Water Views in Fort Lauderdale

FLORIDA, FOOD + WINE, FORT LAUDERDALE, LIFESTYLE, TRAVEL, UNITED STATES |
During these challenging times, it is much safer to dine outdoors, and thankfully, Florida’s year-round sunshine will allow you to do just that! As a local, I certainly know some of the best places to eat in Fort Lauderdale. Below…
During these challenging times, it is much safer to dine outdoors, and thankfully, Florida’s year-round sunshine will allow you to do just that! As a local, I certainly know some of the best places…
Luxury Oceanfront Property in Fort Lauderdale: Pelican Grand Beach Resort

Luxury Oceanfront Property in Fort Lauderdale: Pelican Grand Beach Resort

FLORIDA, FOOD + WINE, FORT LAUDERDALE, LIFESTYLE, LUXURY AIRLINES & CRUISES TOURS, LUXURY HOTELS, LUXURY BOUTIQUE HOTELS, LUXURY HOTELS, LUXURY RESORTS, HOTELS & LUXURY SPAS, LUXURY TRAVEL DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL, UNITED STATES |
Summer 2020, or all of 2020 in fact, is the perfect time to enjoy a staycation! Being a tourist in your own city can be exciting, and everyone needs to recharge over the summer. I recently enjoyed a coastal-chic waterfront…
Summer 2020, or all of 2020 in fact, is the perfect time to enjoy a staycation! Being a tourist in your own city can be exciting, and everyone needs to recharge over the summer.…
5 Best Staycation & Road Trip Ideas Outside of Los Angeles

5 Best Staycation & Road Trip Ideas Outside of Los Angeles

CALIFORNIA, FOOD + WINE, LIFESTYLE, LUXURY AIRLINES & CRUISES TOURS, LUXURY HOTELS, LUXURY BOUTIQUE HOTELS, LUXURY HOTELS, TRAVEL, UNITED STATES |
With the COVID-19 pandemic still affecting most of the world and the travel industry, travel lovers need to get creative when it comes to satisfying their wanderlust! Staycations, otherwise known as an overnight trip within driving distance of your home,…
With the COVID-19 pandemic still affecting most of the world and the travel industry, travel lovers need to get creative when it comes to satisfying their wanderlust! Staycations, otherwise known as an overnight trip…
The Best Online Airbnb Experiences in 2020

The Best Online Airbnb Experiences in 2020

FOOD + WINE, LIFESTYLE, LUXURY TOURS, TECH, TRAVEL |
Since the COVID-19 pandemic changed the world back in March 2020, both big and small businesses have had to get creative in order to survive. Travel companies, like Airbnb, really stepped up and changed their platform for the time being.…
Since the COVID-19 pandemic changed the world back in March 2020, both big and small businesses have had to get creative in order to survive. Travel companies, like Airbnb, really stepped up and changed…
17 Quarantine Necessities: What To Buy For Your Home During Lockdown

17 Quarantine Necessities: What To Buy For Your Home During Lockdown

BEAUTY + FASHION, FOOD + WINE, LIFESTYLE, TECH, TRAVEL |
Over the past few weeks, most of us have been working from home or spending more time at home during this unprecedented quarantine. I’ve rounded up the best items that you can find online now to make your home a…
Over the past few weeks, most of us have been working from home or spending more time at home during this unprecedented quarantine. I’ve rounded up the best items that you can find online…
The Best Lunch Spots in Miami, Florida

The Best Lunch Spots in Miami, Florida

FLORIDA, FOOD + WINE, LIFESTYLE, MIAMI, TRAVEL, UNITED STATES |
Miami’s food scene is very impressive, with no shortage of fabulous fine dining restaurants to enjoy. Living nearby in Fort Lauderdale, I’ve been lucky to discover so many restaurants that are perfect for every occasion. If you’re looking for the…
Miami’s food scene is very impressive, with no shortage of fabulous fine dining restaurants to enjoy. Living nearby in Fort Lauderdale, I’ve been lucky to discover so many restaurants that are perfect for every…
A Weekend Guide to Santa Fe, New Mexico

A Weekend Guide to Santa Fe, New Mexico

ARTS, FOOD + WINE, LIFESTYLE, TRAVEL, UNITED STATES |
Sante Fe, known as “The City Different”, is a wonderful place for the senses. It is both rich in culture, history, and architecture, all set at the foothills of the beautiful Sangre de Cristo Mountains. With over 320 days of…
Sante Fe, known as “The City Different”, is a wonderful place for the senses. It is both rich in culture, history, and architecture, all set at the foothills of the beautiful Sangre de Cristo…
The Best Fine Dining in Ubud: Apéritif at Viceroy Bali

The Best Fine Dining in Ubud: Apéritif at Viceroy Bali

FOOD + WINE, INDONESIA, LUXURY TRAVEL ASIA |
Travel and food go hand in hand for me; some of my most memorable travel experiences are also foodie experiences. On my recent trip to Bali, I stayed at the incredible Viceroy Resort in Ubud, which you can read more…
Travel and food go hand in hand for me; some of my most memorable travel experiences are also foodie experiences. On my recent trip to Bali, I stayed at the incredible Viceroy Resort in…
Best Restaurants Accessible With a Yacht in the Med

Best Restaurants Accessible With a Yacht in the Med

EUROPE, FOOD + WINE, LIFESTYLE, LUXURY AIRLINES & CRUISES TOURS, LUXURY HOTELS, LUXURY CRUISES, TRAVEL |
It’s no secret that a luxury yacht charter in the Mediterranean provides unparalleled access to some of the world’s best restaurants. Accessible with a yacht, Mediterranean restaurants near berths and popular anchorage spots offer a chance to taste everything from…
It’s no secret that a luxury yacht charter in the Mediterranean provides unparalleled access to some of the world’s best restaurants. Accessible with a yacht, Mediterranean restaurants near berths and popular anchorage spots offer…
How Michelin-Starred Swiss Chef Stefan Wiesner Is Changing The Culinary Game

How Michelin-Starred Swiss Chef Stefan Wiesner Is Changing The Culinary Game

FOOD + WINE, LIFESTYLE, TRAVEL |
The Forest Chef, the Kitchen Alchemist, and the Sorcerer are just a few nicknames given to Swiss Chef Stefan Wiesner. At his Michelin Star restaurant, Gasthaus Rössli, located in the beautiful town of Escholzmatt, he is serving up Swiss nature…
The Forest Chef, the Kitchen Alchemist, and the Sorcerer are just a few nicknames given to Swiss Chef Stefan Wiesner. At his Michelin Star restaurant, Gasthaus Rössli, located in the beautiful town of Escholzmatt,…
Taste The Best Of Mediterranean Food On A Sailing Holiday This Summer

Taste The Best Of Mediterranean Food On A Sailing Holiday This Summer

EUROPE, FOOD + WINE, GREECE, LIFESTYLE, TRAVEL |
Are you trying to figure out your holiday destination for this summer? I highly recommend a sailing holiday where you can taste the best of Mediterranean food. If you’re a foodie and love tasting different kinds of cuisines, exploring cultures…
Are you trying to figure out your holiday destination for this summer? I highly recommend a sailing holiday where you can taste the best of Mediterranean food. If you’re a foodie and love tasting…
Top 5 Restaurants in Miami Beach for a Night Out

Top 5 Restaurants in Miami Beach for a Night Out

FLORIDA, FOOD + WINE, LIFESTYLE, MIAMI, TRAVEL, UNITED STATES |
Miami is a white-hot international locale that’s known for its gorgeous weather, beaches, architecture, and people. As the only major tropical city in the United States, it definitely swings to its own Caribbean and Latin-inspired beat. The same goes for…
Miami is a white-hot international locale that’s known for its gorgeous weather, beaches, architecture, and people. As the only major tropical city in the United States, it definitely swings to its own Caribbean and…
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