Singita’s Executive Chef Loraine Pienaar at Singita Ebony Lodge is talented, creative and passionate about being an executive chef. Fortunately for us, Chef Pienaar has agreed to answer some questions about working in this exotic luxury safari lodge, among the African “Big Five,” rated one of the world’s best dream destinations. Hope you enjoy the interview.  What is […]

Singita Game Reserve’s Executive Chef Loraine Plenaar shares the signature recipe for herb vinaigrette recipe from Singita’s Ebony Lodge.   HERB DRESSING VINAIGRETTE RECIPE     1 clove of garlic crushed, peeled and chopped   Generous bunch of mixed fresh herbs: flat leaf parsley, basil, chives, tarragon   1.6 fluid ounces red wine vinegar   1 […]

Four Seasons Resort Hualalai always goes the extra mile for making its guests comfortable. And so it was that our trip to this dream destination came to an end. We had an extraordinary Thai dinner our last evening, prepared just for us by Executive Chef James Babian.  You’re probably wondering what was so special about […]

Executive Chef Nick Mastrascusa is Chef de Cuisine at Four Seasons Resort Hualalai’s Beach Tree. This casual beach restaurant is a long way from the more urban Four Season’s 57 Restaurant in New York City, where Chef Nick worked before moving to Hawaii. His knack of knowing what people like for both casual and elegant […]

  Leave it to Executive Chef David Walzog to add add a creative spin to the traditional chopped salad at SW Restaurant at the Wynn Resort in Las Vegas. With an exquisite presentation,  Chef David’s commitment to fresh ingredients is spotlighted with this colorful, delicious salad.   INGREDIENTS Lettuces Romaine Lettuce Mixed greens Butter lettuce […]

Executive Chef David Walzog makes the art of overseeing the kitchen at SW Restaurant at Wynn Resort in Las Vegas look like child’s play. He exudes passion for his craft. You can feel it in the kitchen and see it on every plate before leaving the kitchen. Chef David was kind enough to give my […]

If steaks broiled to perfection are your passion, then Executive Chef David Walzog is sure to please your palate at Wynn’s SW Restaurant. Chef Walzog’s steaks melt in your mouth. Well, not literally, but pretty close. Chef Walzog oversees a kitchen that lovingly prepares a wide variety of dishes, including many seafood and poultry specials, […]

Anytime is a great time to head to Las Vegas. That is, if you love world class dining at elegant restaurants, fun entertainment and perhaps the occasional gambling if you are inclined to feeling lucky. I absolutely love the Wynn Resort. It’s elegant, yet intimate – not at all what you might expect on the […]

Leave it to the Four Seasons George V,  Paris to become a winter wonderland of white lights, exquisite flowers and a showcase for Swarovski crystals. Jeff Leatham, perhaps the most talented artistic director/floral genius anywhere, has transformed the hotel lobby into a forest of Christmas trees hung with crystal curtains made to order for the George […]

Sommelier Paolo Vaninetti oversees the wines served at The Verandah Restaurant, the Grill Room and even the bottle of champagne opened with great flair at the Canova Bar. It doesn’t matter, the sommelier at Villa d’Este knows his wines.  Sommelier Paolo was kind enough to share some of his personal experiences and background.   Q  […]