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Oliver Maki was a case of low food expectations. I had read very few positive things about the restaurant and days before the dinner, I started reading very negative comments… Read More
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I hate admitting it, but a raving review can influence my decision to move the restaurant to the top of my “must visit” spots list. The Dairy in Clapham had been… Read More
How to indulge on a Dukan Diet I started the diet a few weeks ago and I have to admit the first week was a terror. I had to eat only proteins and because I don’t eat meat except… Read More
I’m like a lot of Americans.
For most of my adult life, I have been overweight. While I struggled to eat well, my weight slowly climbed until I was firmly entrenched in the realm of ob… Read More
Barcelona Girls Trip | One of the Premier Holiday Destinations in Europe |
Barcelona is one of the premier holiday destinations in Europe, a bustling and… Read More
I love giving presents. Whether a little something or a more important gift, I like it to be special and carefully chosen, with the special person in mind.
Whether a book, a piece o… Read More
A popular beach resort on the Adriatic sea, there’s much more to Rimini holidays than just sunbathing. From Rimini old town to charming villages nearby, from a day hiking or biking to… Read More
Being named The Sunday Times’ Hotel of the Year, which The Painswick was just last year, can be a double-edged sword. On the upside, the phone didn’t stop ringing once the… Read More
The wonderful thing about writing the ALadyofLeisure.com blog is that I’ve discovered so many new places which I would never in a million years have come across otherwise, and the awar… Read More
Note: my article about the Las Vegas food festival Vegas Uncork’d was first published in 2015 so some of the details might now be out of date
Mention Las Vegas and most people would im… Read More
[Editor’s note: This review of the Swan at Lavenham was first published in 2014. For a more up to date review of this hotel click here or go to https://aladyofleisure.com/the-swan-at-l… Read More
We, Chicagoans, sure do love our alcohol. We also love our sweets. But what we love the most is when those desserts are spiked harder than the punch at a high school dance.
There are plenty… Read More
We’ve just talked about the best places to order pizza in Lincoln Park, and Voila! The beloved neighborhood now welcomes a new pizzeria this week. With a unique atmosphere and authenti… Read More
Several must-see sights in Boston showcase the city’s nearly four centuries of history. You can begin your tour on the Freedom Trail, which includes landmarks like the Paul Revere Hous… Read More
Once known as the Place Royale, Place des Vosges stands on the dividing lines of the 3rd and 4th arrondissements in Paris. The square is the oldest planned square in Paris and of the Marais… Read More
On Greece’s western coast are the Ionian islands. Greece and Italy are separated by this collection of Greek islands. Their name in Greek is Heptanisa, which translates to “seven… Read More
You can’t go to Italy and not visit the capital, Rome. With its impressive monuments and archaeological sites there are plenty of things to do when in Rome.
From its beautiful lands… Read More
It is no surprise that Italy features the most impressive city breaks in Europe. It is one of the most visited countries in Europe, given the stunning green rolling hills of Tuscany and the… Read More
Who doesn't love a warm slice of pie with a flaky crust and sweet, gooey filling? From coast to coast, the US is home to some of the best pie shops in the world. Whether you're a fan of clas… Read More