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November 16, 2014

Great Japanese Kaiseki at Kyo Ya (1* Michelin)

On a recent weekend, D and I had an excellent, multi-course, seasonal kaiseki dinner at Kyo Ya. This hidden gem, 1* Michelin Japanese restaurant is..
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November 14, 2014

Harbin Cultural Center

Influenced by both Chinese and Russian culture, Harbin is reputed as the music capital of the north. Different from other theater buildings that are normally located in the urban center
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November 13, 2014

Maison Kayser Opens in the Upper West Side

If you have been reading this site long enough, I am fans of Maison Kayser. I am excited that this amazing international, French-based patisserie and..
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November 12, 2014

New York Magazine’s Taste 2014

From top photo: Harvest Lady (left) and Prospect Park Sour (right) by Clover Club; Octopus pastrami by Bâtard New York magazine’s 16th annual signature event..
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November 11, 2014

Great Roman-Style Pizza at Marta

Union Square Hospitality Group’s Danny Meyer and Chef Nick Anderer (formerly of Maialino), recently started a rustic Roman pizzeria, Marta inside the Martha Washington Hotel...
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November 4, 2014

Afternoon Tea at Waldorf Astoria Shanghai

Since we were staying at Waldorf Astoria Shanghai, we might as well their legendary Red Velvet afternoon tea at the elegant, plush lounge on the..
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November 3, 2014

Old World Elegance and Luxury at Waldorf Astoria Shanghai (上海外滩华尔道夫酒店)

The Waldorf Astoria Shanghai is an elegant historic (the original portion opened in 1911) hotel has restored the heritage Shanghai gentleman’s club to its former..
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November 3, 2014

In Progress: Conrad Hotel by MAD

But far from the ambition of more than one hundred year ago, when people tried to challenge themselves with modern technology and future dreams, the contemporary CBD buildings are the concrete machines, copy of the copy in mass production.
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October 30, 2014

Fantastic Stay at Grand Hyatt Beijing (北京东方君悦大酒店)

When mt family and I were traveling in Beijing, we stayed at the fabulous and centrally located Grand Hyatt Beijing (北京东方君悦大酒店). This hotel has 825..
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October 28, 2014

All About the Hairy Crab at Wang Bao He Restaurant (王宝和酒家) in Shanghai, China

One of our most expensive dinners while we were in China was at Wang Bao He Restaurant (王宝和酒家) in Shanghai. What makes the place expensive?..
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October 26, 2014

NYC Wine & Food Festival 2014: Exploring Belgium’s Countryside hosted by Kobe Desramaults

One of the most special and unique dinners at NYC Wine & Food Festival was Exploring Belgium’s Countryside hosted by Kobe Desramaults of the 1*..
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October 26, 2014

NYC Wine & Food Festival 2014: Meatopia X

Celebrity chefs on deck – Paul Qui of Qui (Austin, TX); Seamus Mullen of Tertulia & El Comado (NYC); Jamie Bissonnette of Toro NYC; Matt..
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October 22, 2014

Very Good Omakase Dinner at Okra (Beijing, China)

Okra is one of those few restaurants in Beijing where you have to find your way to your meal. Not too far fetched like going..
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October 20, 2014

NYC Wine & Food Festival 2014: Thrillist BBQ & The Blues & Saturday Grand Tasting

Sweet Chick’s ribs at Thrillist BBQ & Exterior of the Grand Tasting This past weekend was the packed, food-packed weekend of the NYC Wine &..
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October 15, 2014

Dinner at Made in China at Grand Hyatt Beijing (Beijing, China)

Our other Peking duck-centered dinner (and it was our last meal in China) was at Made in China at the Grand Hyatt Beijing (where we..
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