Kontentsu Ramen
Kontentsu Ramen in South Pasadena, CA, offers a delightful selection of ramen dishes, crafted with mouthwatering rich broths and fresh ingredients
Food + Dining
Secret Bao
Dining at Secret Bao was a lovely introduction to modern Korean bao with a delicious seafood selection – in Santa Barbara, California.
Monkish Brewing
Monkish Brewing in Torrance, CA, offers a renowned selection of hazy IPAs and Belgian-style ales, making it a must-visit destination for craft beer lovers in Southern California.
Tanner’s Coffee Co
Tanner’s Coffee Co in Playa Del Rey, CA, is a cozy neighborhood café known for its freshly roasted coffee, laid-back atmosphere, and local community vibe.
Cerveceria Del Pueblo
Cerveceria Del Pueblo in Pasadena, CA, is a craft brewery specializing in Latin-inspired beers, offering a unique cultural experience for beer enthusiasts.
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Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center in Austin is a stunning botanical garden dedicated to native Texas plants and wildflowers.
Comedy Mothership
Comedy Mothership serves as a hub for stand-up performances, attracting comedians and fans alike – in Austin, Texas
Exploring the Natural Caves of Longhorn Caverns State Park
Longhorn Cavern State Park in Texas is a fascinating geological site featuring stunning underground rock formations shaped by centuries of natural forces.
My Flying Dress Photoshoot Experience with Brittany Colt & Shawn Reeder
My photoshoot with The Flying Dress Experience was an intimate communication with nature and a profound expression of self love – in Yosemite National Park
River Tubing the Clear Creek River with Adventure West
River tubing on Clear Creek with Adventure West in Golden, Colorado, was an exhilarating ride filled with exciting rapids and beautiful vistas
Garden of the Gods
Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs is a stunning natural landmark, known for its towering red sandstone formations set against the backdrop of Pikes Peak.
Best of EclecticKim
The French Laundry
Dinner at The French Laundry. Table for one. Culinary Excellence.
Providence
Dinner at Providence was my first foray into the world of Michelin starred restaurants, in Los Angeles, California
Noma
Noma. Table of four. Casual perfection, defined.
La Paix
Having my birthday dinner at La Paix, a Michelin starred restaurant in Tokyo, Japan, was a bespoke experience in French and Japanese cuisine
Pasta Bar Los Angeles by Scratch Restaurants
Dinner at Pasta Bar Los Angeles by Scratch Restaurants was a creative, curious and - above all else - delicious affair in Encino, California
Citrin x Mélisse
Dinner at Citrin x Mélisse was a delicious experience of gastronomic pleasure, in Santa Monica, California
Whiskey & Seaweed by Clare Smyth
Light bites and drinks at Whiskey & Seaweed, crafted by the kitchen of Core by Clare Smyth, served a delicious procession of pretty plates - in London, England
The Duchess Restaurant at the W Hotel Amsterdam
Dinner at The Duchess restaurant at the W Hotel Amsterdam was a delicious, Michelin star delight - in Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Per Se
Overlooking Central Park, Per Se in New York offers a luxurious culinary experience with artfully presented dishes that blend French technique with seasonal ingredients.
Citrin
A group dinner at Citrin for DineLA Restaurant Week was a great backdrop for conversation and delicious bites in Santa Monica
45 Grill & Health
Lunch at 45 Grill & Health offered me life giving views of Lake Geneva while enjoying mouth watering cuisine and wine of the region
Sushi by Scratch Restaurants – Cedar Creek
Sushi by Scratch Restaurants in Cedar Creek outside of Austin is everything I love about omakase: decadence, deliciousness - and fun
Beckon
Beckon in Denver, Colorado, is an intimate, chef-driven restaurant offering a seasonal tasting menu that highlights meticulously crafted dishes.
HA’ by Carlos Gaytan
Dinner at HA’ restaurant was the perfect way to celebrate my birthday at Hotel Xcaret México in Tulum, Mexico
Jont DC
Dinner at Jont in Washington DC firmly placed the cuisine of the restaurant as one of my favorite dining experiences in the United States
Mizumi
Mizumi restaurant, in Wynn Las Vegas offers a decadent Japanese menu within a refined and beautiful environment in Las Vegas, Nevada
Sushi by Scratch Restaurants – Los Angeles
Dinner at Sushi by Scratch Restaurants - Los Angeles proved to be - yet again - one of the best, unique and delicious omakase sushi experiences in Encino, California
The Restaurant at Meadowood Napa Valley
Before it burned down, The Restaurant at Meadowood Napa Valley gave me an absolutely incredible, stunning night of service and food
Montreux Jazz Café
Dinner after listening to jazz at Montreux Jazz Café was the quintessential Montreux experience, in Montreux, Switzerland
20,000 Leagues Under the Sea Dining at Lost Spirits Distillery
Dinner at 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea at Lost Spirits Distillery was - to get to the point - absolutely, deliciously, bat shit wild. Which is gloriously fitting for a dining experience in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Smyth
My dinner at Smyth was an incredible experience of relaxed culinary refinement through cuisine and service in Chicago, Illinois
SingleThread Restaurant
Dinner at SingleThread Restaurant was an experience in decadent perfection - from service to presentation to taste - in Healdsburg, California
Orsa & Winston
Dinner at Orsa & Winston is a delicious journey into the culinary mind of Chef Josef Centeno, pairing Italian and Japanese inspiration in DTLA
Meanderings + Travels
Hilton Austin
The Hilton Austin hotel in Austin, Texas, is a contemporary hotel situated in downtown Austin, near the city’s vibrant nightlife and entertainment venues.
Lorenzo Hotel Dallas, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Lorenzo Hotel Dallas, part of the Tapestry Collection by Hilton, is a trendy, art-filled boutique hotel located in the heart of downtown Dallas, Texas
Thompson Denver
The Thompson Hotel in Denver, Colorado, is a stylish boutique hotel that blends modern luxury with a nod to the city’s historic charm.
The Dove Inn
The Dove Inn in Golden, Colorado, is a charming, boutique bed-and-breakfast offering a cozy and welcoming atmosphere with vintage-inspired décor.
The Hoffmann Hotel Basalt Aspen, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
My stay at the The Hoffmann Hotel Basalt Aspen was well designed, just outside of Aspen and priced right in Basalt, Colorado.
Outbound Mammoth
A weekend stay at Outbound Mammoth was a lovely way explore Mammoth Lakes while staying near Mammoth Village
Tours + Itineraries
Spotlight: Santa Monica
Chelsea
Dinner at Chelsea was a delicious affair of well designed Californian cuisine in an alluring atmosphere – in Santa Monica, California
Giorgio Baldi
Dinner at Giorgio Baldi was a decadent affair of delicious Italian food – just steps from the beach – in Pacific Palisades, California
The Penthouse at the Huntley Hotel
With sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean, dinner at The Penthouse transports you into another world – above Santa Monica, California
Tartine Santa Monica
Tartine Santa Monica, located in a former church, is a scene – to be sure. But, come here for decent food and conversation with a friend – and you’ll be happy
Fia Steak
Fia Steak is a delicious revelation of what’s possible in a modern Los Angeles steakhouse in Santa Monica.
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