2+ hour, 30+ min ago (761+ words) Metro Checks In to a landmark seafront villa in the "English Med" that serves delicious food alongside stylish accommodation. It"s 5pm on an autumnal Friday and I"ve swapped the village pub for a library. Sliding ladders lean against floor-to-ceiling shelves. Through an elegant arched window, I have a clear view of the ocean. Only, instead of books, I"m surrounded by 1,100 bottles of wine: the carefully curated collection of Ashley and Tom Fahey, proprietors of The Terrace Rooms & Wine Hotel. It is, without a shadow of a doubt, the most beautiful boutique hotel I"ve ever stayed in." The design and vibe make this place feel like a high-end corner of London. But I"m in Ventnor, on the Isle of Wight, a charming seaside town that"s fast emerging as a culinary hotspot. It"s also known as…...

5+ hour ago (126+ words) Delhi's SARAS Food Festival at Sunder Nursery is a vibrant celebration of India's culinary and cultural diversity, featuring authentic flavors from ov Have been wondering what to do on the weekend? Delhi has something new to offer The SARAS Food Festival is already open at Sunder Nursery, transforming the heritage park into a vibrant celebration of India's culinary and cultural diversity Set against Mughal-era architecture and winter gardens, the festival is all about bringing together authentic flavours from more than 25 states, prepared by SHG didis who carry generations of traditional recipes and craftsmanship.Visitors can expect a cross-country food trail in one place, from the flavours of the Northeast and the coastal dishes of Kerala to Rajasthan's royal fare and Bengal's classic sweets...

6+ hour, 7+ min ago (180+ words) The Hamilton Princess & Beach Club has unveiled a larger-than-life gingerbread house in its main lobby as part of its annual Gingerbread Display and Tree Lighting ceremony. The annual festive project required several months of preparation and hundreds of kilograms of ingredients. Designed to resemble a traditional Bermuda cottage, the structure was built using about 420 kg of gingerbread, 108 pounds of molasses and 200 kg of icing sugar, according to the hotel's sugar chef JJ Hauser. He said planning for the display began in August, followed by construction of the internal frame by the hotel's carpenters in October. The culinary team spent two and a half weeks baking the gingerbread panels, with at least one staff member working daily for a total of roughly 100 hours. Hauser said the curved, shingle-style rooftop tiles were a new technique for the team and helped create a…...

7+ hour, 53+ min ago (1323+ words) For Thanksgiving, my wife, son, and I went to a Brazilian steakhouse. It was one of those all-you-can-eat setups where waiters bring around meat on skewers, carving it into your plate. That's a labor-heavy model, and the service was top-notch. Staff members regularly checked in to see how we were doing, and the owner visited our table twice. I was mildly annoyed, however, when our bill arrived, and it came with an already-included 20% gratuity. Usually, when a restaurant has an automatic gratuity added, it states this on the menu or on a little card on the table. One local chain we go to not only has a card on the table sharing that it adds an 18% gratuity to every check, but it also explains where the money goes. That's full transparency, and I've never eaten at one of that chain's…...

11+ hour, 16+ min ago (410+ words) Life&Culture Louis Vuitton opens six-story Seoul venue blending retail, culture and dining Published : Nov. 30, 2025 - 12:13:45 Visitors entering the building find interiors marked by reinterpretations of saekdong, the traditional Korean pattern of colorful, vertical stripes used in clothing and textiles. On the staircase from the fifth floor down to the fourth, they encounter an atrium anchored by towering trunklike columns crafted from monogrammed hanji. Higher floors shift the focus from shopping to atmosphere. On the fourth floor, a gift shop leads into a home objects section featuring Objets Nomades pieces. The cultural exhibition begins on the fifth floor, with scenography developed with architect Shohei Shigematsu of OMA. The narrative moves through rooms themed around the brand's history, from early trunk-making and personalization workshops to watches, music collaborations and fashion. Food anchors the upper levels. On the fourth floor, Le Cafe Louis…...

18+ hour, 35+ min ago (179+ words) GLEN ALLEN, Va. " Artists are showcasing handmade treasures at the Christmas at the Inn arts and craft show hosted at the Virginia Cliffe Inn through Tuesday. Central Virginia crafters have displayed their unique creations throughout the historic home, offering visitors a variety of handmade items, including clothing and Christmas gifts. The event also features the Butler's Pantry's Brunswick stew, which returned this year due to popular demand from previous years. Nicole Biecker with the Chocolate Moonshine Company said the event provides an important opportunity for local businesses during the holiday season. "It's a really awesome chance to just get out there and let people shop for the holidays," Biecker said. "They do a senior day where the senior citizens come in and we all offer them a discount because they're all shopping on a budget for their people, so it's…...

19+ hour, 30+ min ago (411+ words) The good news is that there are plenty of small towns that are emerging as secret hotspots for wine and beer lovers, and we have identified a few of them so that you can get a chance to wet your whistle the next time you're traveling. Wine lovers may already know that California is a great place to visit when your vacation includes visions of sipping on vino. In fact, there is a portion of the state known as Wine Country, and the region is a veritable who's who of wineries and must-see vineyards. However, if you want to ditch the crowds, you may want to skip Napa Valley and head to Paso Robles instead. Speaking of wine, the town is home to 200+ wineries, which means it will be easy to find a bottle of your favorite red or white…...

20+ hour, 53+ min ago (33+ words) We're back in San Diego County exploring Little Italy. Joining us live this morning is the Auto Club's Anlleyn Venegas to tell us all about it! Exploring Little Italy | Westways Weekender...

22+ hour, 13+ min ago (394+ words) Paris at Christmas is a symphony of sparkle and sentiment. With the sounds, and all the sensory delights, this trip captures the timeless romance of a Parisian holiday'where every corner looked and felt like a scene out of a romantic movie. Why Paris at Christmas? Adding to the magic, the store's rooftop terrace transforms into an open-air ice rink, offering skaters breathtaking views of the Eiffel Tower and the Palais Garnier Opera House. Gliding across the ice with Paris glittering below is an unforgettable romantic moment. The Eiffel Tower: Dining & Dazzling Lights The Eiffel Tower, already a symbol of romance, becomes even more dazzling at Christmas. Each evening, its golden lattice sparkles with extra twinkle lights, and every hour on the hour, the tower bursts into a grand light show'thousands of shimmering bulbs dancing across its iron frame in a…...

23+ hour, 30+ min ago (467+ words) Most travellers think they know Tuscany: rolling hills, Renaissance towns, and country roads lined with cypress trees. Very few realise that Tuscany also has one of the most important and beautiful coastlines in Italy, stretching along the Tyrrhenian Sea and opening onto an extraordinary archipelago of seven islands, including the famous Island of Elba. This is the largest protected marine area in Europe, yet still a secret for many visitors. Oops, something went wrong Poggio ai Santi Luxury Boutique Hotel - Where the Tuscan Coast Meets the Mediterranean Light FLORENCE, Italy, Nov. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Most travellers think they know Tuscany: rolling hills, Renaissance towns, and country roads lined with cypress trees. Very few realise that Tuscany also has one of the most important and beautiful coastlines in Italy, stretching along the Tyrrhenian Sea and opening onto an extraordinary archipelago of seven islands,…...