This famous rolled ice cream shop might be small on the inside, but its portions are huge, its flavors are exotic, and its ice cream is smooth, rich, and light!…
The new abcV is the latest from Chef Jean-Georges‘s Flatiron district empire, and it is a true vegetarian paradise! Lunch here included roasted cauliflower with turmeric-tahini dipping sauce; ancient grain…
A little slice of Italy on the mountain right next to Riffelalp Resort, Al Bosco serves dishes like their wonderful vegan salad and a super-flavorful vegan tomato soup with basil…
Located on the eastern edge of Midtown, Aquavit is a Scandinavian restaurant that caters (no pun intended) to the high-powered executive crowd. All of their colorful dishes are stunning and…
One of many coffee shops in a sea of businesses near London’s Diamond District, Attendant is known for their amazing breakfast and lunch and roasting their coffee beans. Pictured here…
Only in New Orleans could you have a little wine and cheese shop with a glorious backyard from which to enjoy that wine and cheese, accompanied by live music and…
A lovely wine bar in the heart of Uptown Hoboken, Bin 14 offers a beautiful array of wines and small plates, many of which are vegetarian-friendly. One of their specialties…
There’s nothing quite looks like a good hen-of-the-woods dish; they are just the best kind of mushrooms. Black Barn, located at the north end of New York City’s Madison Square…
Even a classic barbecue joint like Blue Smoke, one of Danny Meyer‘s many Union Square Hospitality Group restaurants in the broader Flatiron neighborhood of New York City, knows how to…
Regarded as one of the best Italian restaurants in the Napa Valley area, Bottega was a must on a recent trip to wine country. They are known for their gnocchi,…
A true Mediterranean delight on the Upper West Side, Bustan is always packed with hungry customers. I had green shakshouka (taboon-baked eggs with creamed spinach, fior di latte, and white…
On my family’s recent holiday trip to Hawaii, we were delighted to find this all-vegan Indian food truck in Hanalei. We feasted on this curry made with fresh coconut, plus…
A meal at Cervo Puro is never disappointing; it’s definitely my family’s favorite restaurant in Zermatt. This time we started our meal with amazing whole grain bread served with assortments…
A true gastronomic institution on the mountain, Chez Vrony has the best salads on the slopes. They actually call them “colorful bowls” instead of salads, and rightfully so because they…
Ever since this upscale Mexican restaurant started serving lunch, it’s been a go-to for me and my friends. Everything on their menu is extremely fresh and delicious, and they offer…
You have to ski down the slopes and walk down a tight little alley surrounded by traditional Swiss huts to get to this charming restaurant with an amazing view of…
A plant-based vegan restaurant — it couldn’t be more perfect for me if it tried! Gracias Madre in the West Hollywood neighborhood of Los Angeles is the latest hotspot, popular…
The Hofbräuhaus Kunstmühle, a historical gem hidden behind the façade of a 19th-century apartment house, is a tiny mill that grinds 6,000 tons of grain per year and Munich’s only…
It’s not technically a restaurant, but I did enjoy an amazing meal at this popular cooking school, and it just so happens that I helped make it! Their “Vegetarian BBQ”…
If I had to describe Husk in three words/phrases, I would say “delicious,” “southern charm,” and “attention to detail.” Located in a central, historic house, Husk is an institution in…
A popular Lebanese restaurant in the heart of the Flatiron district, Ilili is stunning, from the decor to the cocktails to the dishes themselves. I like their unique combination of…
True to its name, this popular Midtown restaurant serves delicious Indian fusion food. Chefs Manish Mehrota and Vivek Rana serve delicate, flavor-balancing Indian food with unique ingredients and a modern…
During a recent trip to St. Louis, I had the pleasure of visiting the lovely neighborhood of Central West End. The area is packed with good restaurants, including Jeni’s, which…
When my son told me he wanted to try this place, I rolled my eyes and thought, “No, not another ramen restaurant!” But, much to my surprise, this particular ramen…