Index

Experiences

The vermillion shine gateways of Fushimi Inari Taisha are visually iconic symbols of Kyoto and all of Japan.

Art Exhibits

The “Infinite Love” art exhibit showcased results of an artistic inspiration contest between the Ace Hotel in Kyoto and The Louvre in Paris

Eat

Loreto, located in the Frogtown district of Los Angeles, is an visually stunning restaurant, offering fresh, inspired Mexican cuisine

Breakfast

Breakfast at Mr Maurice’s Restaurant at the Ace Hotel Kyoto offered a culturally rich, deliciously prepared start to the day

Eat

Sitting at the sushi bar at Sushi Shigetomi in Kyoto, Japan was an experience in authentic, outstanding, fresh sushi in a relaxed environment

Independent Hotel

Ace Hotel Kyoto in Kyoto, Japan was the perfect location, design and vibe of a hotel for a short stay in Kyoto.

Experiences

The JR Shinkansen is an testimony to functional infrastructure – connecting distant cities with ease and comfort

Coffee & Tea

Owl Café Oz in the Taito City area of Tokyo in Japan is a lovely little animal cafe specializing in – wait for it – owls!

Eat

Dunsmoor – in Glassell Park – is a delicious testimony to the best of Southern heritage cuisine, right here in Los Angeles

Eat

A light Italian dinner at Wood in Silverlake was exactly what I needed for a friend hang out over a delicious meal