Food & Spirits: As the literally translated “jewel” of San Diego, La Jolla is a seaside community rife with fine dining. Among the most popular with both residents and tourists alike is George’s at the Cove, which boasts fully three oceanfront eateries in one locale: George’s Bar and Ocean Terrace, both offering a casual bistro lunch […]
Luxury Resorts: My loyal Luxe List readers know there’s nothing I enjoy more than a weekend getaway with my friends, when we leave our over-stuffed schedules and worries behind if even for a day. I recently took another such power vacation with three of my gal pals — this time at San Diego’s famed La Jolla […]
Fashion & Style: Whether lounging beach-side, pool-side or yacht-side this season, sizzling haute swimwear is a must. Given the surge of designers that have infiltrated the swim and resort wear category, there’s certainly no shortage of sexy and sophisticated collections to ensure you look glamorous and feel confident while having fun in the sun. Here […]
News & Trends: Finding fabulous gifts for those who seemingly have it all can be a challenge at best — even if the gift recipient is your self. Each month I scour the luxury marketplace to uncover new, innovative and otherwise exemplary must haves — the best-of-the-best across a range of product categories. The gift-and-get-worthy […]
Luxury Travel: Hotels: On occasion my friends and I like to leave our husbands, children, jobs, housework and worries behind and get away for some “girl time.” You know, those quick but ever-so-necessary power vacations when the most difficult decision you’ll make is what to order on the menu, which spa treatment to choose (first), […]
Fine Living: Food & Spirits: A recent trip to Santa Monica led me to one of the region’s newest and, dare I say, most impressive restaurants – FIG. While the location within the Fairmont Miramar Hotel and Bungalows may not presage the free spirited ways of this socially responsible, evolutionary eatery, one step in the door […]
Food & Spirits: Santa Monica’s famed Loews Hotel is known for many things: a prime beachfront location, luxe accommodations, fabulous amenities like its full-service, eco-conscious spa and fitness center, and an extremely high caliber of customer service. All of that said, among my favorite reasons to hit the Loews is to dine at Ocean and Vine […]
Luxury Spas As Los Angeles’s first oceanfront hotel established in 1989, The Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel is a true landmark – and a favorite among locals and visitors alike seeking to relax, unwind and enjoy ocean-side. This is exactly what drew me to Loews during a recent trip to Santa Monica. I received word […]
News & Trends: With Father’s Day looming up ahead, it’s crunch time. There are a precious few weeks left to find a unique and thoughtful gift that duly imparts just how much you love and appreciate the Dads in your life – the one who created, raised, comforted and supported you and/or the one with […]
Food & Spirits: Help Dad relax, unwind and enjoy this Father’s Day with a luxe libation. Whether he’s a wine or liquor aficionado or simply appreciates a tasty cocktail on occasion, I’ve found some splendid spirits that will not disappoint. VooDoo Tiki Private Family Reserve Collection Tequila – $1,099 Nothing exudes luxury like exclusivity, which […]
