Our evening at Per Se, French Laundry’s Thomas Keller’s three-Michelin-starred Manhattan restaurant, may be one of the finest dining experiences we’ve ever had. (A brief glance at the menu below and you’ll no doubt begin to see why…) From the phenomenal food and its artistic presentation, to the outstanding service, to the spectacular view – […]
A review of Nobhill Tavern Las Vegas, a Michael Mina restaurant bringing San Francisco style to the MGM Grand Hotel.
Review of Joël Robuchon at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, by Small Barrels magazine.
There is no more breathtaking setting than the dazzling, turquoise mountain lake, Lake Louise. Nestled between a glacier and towering Rocky Mountain peaks, the lake is a pool of serenity that sends any onlooker into deep contemplation about nature and its creation. Even the constant bustle of people milling around at the lake side, having […]
A review of the Fairmont Queen Elizabeth Hotel in Montreal, Canada by Small Barrels.
A Review of Four Seasons Whistler – A Ski Resort in Autumn The Olympics are coming to Vancouver / Whistler B.C. in 2010. Even as you drive to the Rocky Mountain ski resort town of Whistler, you can feel the buzz. First, there is the massive construction endeavor underway to transform the slow, treacherous, two-way […]
The Four Seasons George V, lauded in books and films for decades, meets and surpasses the imagination. From its stunning lobby, richly and elegantly appointed rooms, and unparalled service, George V ensures that the romance of Paris is rendered indelible. Located in Paris’ prestigious 8th arrondissement amid some of the world’s finest shops and restaurants, George V lives up to its reputation of luxury and elegance from the moment you step through the revolving doors.
Review of accommodations at Les Sources de Caudalie in Bordeaux, France by Small Barrels.
The Hostellerie de Plaisance is located at the top of St. Emilion, which is also its heart. It is adjacent to a grand, carved stone cathedral that inspires awe in its visitors. The inn, once a monastery, is owned and operated (since 2001) by Madame and Monsieur Perse, also the owners of the renowned Chateau Pavie (Premier Grand Cru Classe), and of Chateau Monbousquet, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru. The interior is beautifully refurbished, offering elegance and modern amenities.
Review of Alan Wong’s in Honolulu Hawaii by Small Barrels, a fusion of Asian, Hawaiin, and French influences.