Of the whole islands I have been in Mediterranean, Menorca has this something that impressed me beyond it’s natural beauty. What I mean is not a tangible thing but rather a feeling you get after you spend couple of days. Yes it has one of the finest selection of beaches. Yes it is easily accessible […]
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The Cholmondeley Arms, Cheshire Countryside
The Cholmondeley Arms is a unique experience in many ways . The decor is charming and cosy. Attention to detail is noteworthy. It is a fine example of how an authentic pub should be . There is a very nice cottage right next door to the pub. There are 6 unique rooms in the so called […]
Gin Tonic: The Drink of Appreciation & why I am impressed by how Madrid embraces it.
Gin tonic is without a doubt one of my favourite cocktails. As simple it is to prepare it yet it has to be done just right. Complementary ingredients such as lime, satsuma or cucumber all adds a different twist. The ultimate outcome however relies heavily on the brand of gin that has been used and […]
Antibes, French Riviera
Antibes is one of the iconic places to visit in the riviera. It has a very lively town centre and an interesting terrain, coupled with nice restaurants. You have to be careful though. Let me tell you why: When we first arrived to Antibes, we parked our car to hotels garage and let ourselves directly […]
Beaujolais Region, France
A visit to the wine making region of Beaujolais is a meditative activity. The landscape here at the hills of Beaujolais is so wonderful, so peaceful that you can spend hours looking to those lovely vineyards and the shadows they create. Not to mention the vast number of vineyards you can visit. Just in the […]
Hotel Restaurant Chez La Rose, Beaujolais Region
After a drive of an hour or so from Lyon we were in the wine-making village of Juliénas in the Beaujolais Region. We parked our car to look for somewhere to eat and we ended up in the Hotel / Restaurant Chez la Rose. We had no reservation and it was a bit late but the lady […]