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Restaurant The Kitchin Review

Restaurant Kitchin Misses the Mark. The Kitchin topped our list of must-visit restaurants in Scotland, drawn by the reputation of its celebrated chef, Tom Kitchin, ...
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The Balmoral

The Balmoral Hotel in Edinburgh

Magical Stay at The Balmoral Without a shred of doubt, The Balmoral Hotel, under Rocco Forte’s wings, is the crown jewel of Edinburgh. It has ...
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Dining room at Lyla

Lyla Review: Chef Stuart’s Latest in Royal Terrace

Did Lyla Live Up to the Hype? Lyla had been open for about five to six months. It is Chef Stuart Ralston’s fourth restaurant, and ...
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Inverlochy Castle Hotel

Inverlochy Castle Hotel

Inverlochy Castel Hotel – First Impressions and Last Impressions! These are the paramount key elements of every hotel in the world. Fail this, and the ...
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Dessert trolley at Kong Hans.

Return to Kong Hans Kaelder in Copenhagen

Fourth Visit to “Kongen”. Was it still as romantic as the first time we were there in November 2021? Yes. But was it as good ...
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Restaurant Frog

Frog by Adam Handling

Dinner at Frog by Adam Handling in London. Strong Start, Shaky Finish. Scottish-born chef Adam Handling began his culinary career as an apprentice chef at ...
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Entrance The Ledbury

The Ledbury Review: A 3-Star Michelin Experience in London

Aussie Aussie Aussie, Oi Oi Oi! Brett Graham’s restaurant, The Ledbury in Notting Hill has just received 3 Michelin stars after 13 years of holding ...
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Roof top pool at The Berkeley in London.

The Berkeley London Hotel Review

The Berkeley – Unforgettable Staff, Forgettable Stay. We all have different hotel preferences; some favor large hotels with hundreds of rooms, while others prefer intimate ...
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Valentine Dinner at Petrus

Petrus Restaurant Review

Valentine Dinner at Petrus – A Toast to Love. We chose Petrus for our Valentine’s dinner because it was very close to our hotel, and ...
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Bar at Studio Frantzen

Restaurant Studio Frantzén at Harrods

Star Chef, Average Experience. We stayed at The Berkeley, and since Harrods was conveniently on our way back from visiting the Wildlife Photography exhibition at ...
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Mere Restaurant

Mere Restaurant in London

Update, April 17, 2024: Mere closed down yesterday. We will truly miss it but wish the best for the Galettis in the future. Restaurant Mere: ...
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Restaurant Trivet a restaurant in London.

Review: Restaurant Trivet in London

Review Update: Trivet, Now Boasting Two Michelin Stars Trivet, a Michelin-starred restaurant located in Bermondsey, London, is renowned for its contemporary approach to fine dining. ...
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Kitchen restaurant Kong Hans Kaelder.

Kong Hans Kaelder: A Pre-New Year’s Eve Delight – 2024

Kong Hans Kaelder: Where History Meets Fine Dining Nestled in the heart of Copenhagen, Kong Hans Kaelder isn’t just a restaurant; it is a culinary ...
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Walking man in San Francisco.

San Francisco: A City in Transition

San Francisco – A City of Beauty and Realities. Our visit to San Francisco in late October was a surreal experience. We had always heard ...
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Lounge at Restaurant Signum where guests enjoy Champagne and snacks before dinner

Review: Restaurant Signum

Updated June 2025 – Signum now holds two Michelin stars and a Green Star for sustainability. Restaurant Signum – A Bumpy Ride to Michelin-Star Magic. ...
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Hotel Dorsia

Review: Dorsia Hotel

Dorsia Hotel: Classic Boutique Hotel in the Heart of Gothenburg. Checking in at Dorsia Hotel  in Gothenburg is like stepping into a decadent hotel in Paris ...
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Restaurant Äng , Ästad Winery

Review: Restaurant Äng

From Architectural Elegance to Culinary Disappointment. Restaurant Äng, nestled within a stunning greenhouse amid the picturesque fields of Ästad Vingård. We have read since the ...
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Room at Vyn Hotel

Review: Vyn Hotel

Second Visit Update to Vyn – June 2024 During our second visit to Vyn Hotel, we noticed several new details. The surroundings have come together ...
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