“Far away there in the sunshine are my highest aspirations. I may not reach them, but I can look up and see their beauty, believe in them, and try to follow where they lead.” – Louisa May Alcott
Another full round of recommends from the continual stream of new openings (I hit them all), forgotten (or never discovered) classics and notable drinks, from Napa to the East Bay, and around Manhattan.
This issue:
Top Tastes – My Top Food Articles, August 1-15: 16 of my latest Zagat articles on new restaurants, underrated spots, weekend escapes and noteworthy events.
Imbiber – My Top Drink Articles, August 1-15: 6 of my latest Zagat articles on cocktail menus, quality drinks around the Bay Area, highlights in wine and beer.
Wandering Traveler: My 10 Best Meals in NYC 2014: In one of my second homes, my best from this year’s return visits to NYC.
As your personal concierge who tells it like a good friend would, I also create personalized itineraries: trips, meals, explorations (under “Services“).
Virginia
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