The Allison Inn and Spa When you tell an Oregon resident you’re staying at the Allison Inn, the response will always include a deep sigh and a “that place is amazing.” Because it is. About an hour from Portland, the resort sits among picturesque mountains, rolling hillsides and working ... More

It’s virtually impossible to describe the beauty of Queenstown, New Zealand to anyone who hasn’t visited, but all I can say is this: it is truly one of the most magnificent places on earth. The breathtaking experience begins from the moment you fly into Queenstown Airport, which recently ... More

Le Grand Café de la Poste Corner of Boulevard el-Mansour Eddahbi and Avenue Imam Malik, Marrakech On any trip to Marrakech, you’re going to eat your fill of couscous and meat cooked in a tagine. It’s what people do. Still, make the time to enjoy the top-notch French-Moroccan fare at this popular, ... More

The most exciting thing to happen to salad bowls this year isn’t exactly new—in fact, it’s about as close to an American classic as roughage gets. But to a certain set of creative chefs, iceberg lettuce has opened up a world of possibilities that are freeing plates and palates from ... More

San Francisco  Hotels: Fairmont San Francisco Where luxury meets history. Sitting atop Nob Hill, the hotel’s gilded lobby features a grand staircase, marble floors and crystal chandeliers that feel fit for an English castle. But the best feature might just be the expansive view of the bay. St. Regis San ... More

As a dinner guest, embarking upon a multi-course tasting menu at a well-regarded restaurant can be an intimidating experience. What’s the appropriate protocol if there’s something being served that you don’t like? How do you politely leave a course untouched if your pants are bursting at the seams? And ... More

1. GELATI E SORBETTI – Osteria Morini (New York) Bursts of color and flavor come together at Osteria Morini in NYC with their Gelati e Sorbetti in flavors like stracciatella, olive oil lemon, espresso vanilla, salted caramel strawberry and lemon basil. 2. NECTARINE SORBET- The Perennial ... More

Lisa and Johann Pepin’s relationship started with elements of a romantic comedy: A bubbly blonde from suburban Milwaukee meets a charming Frenchman working on his master’s degree in Wisconsin. The pair marry and move to Chicago to start their careers, she in public relations and he in finance. But in ... More

45 seconds: The Nespresso VertuoLine Pop a domed capsule into the chamber, press a button and voilà! An insanely rich cup of coffee (or shot of espresso) in under a minute. For those in a time crunch, it’s a no-brainer.   $199, nespresso.com 7 minutes: Chemex Glass Coffee Maker Coffee connoisseurs have long preferred ... More