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Margaritas on the Hills is a super casual restaurant owned by Hector and Patricia situated on a hill overlooking the Bay of Banderas. I felt like I was dining in a tree house that serves great food! Hector and Patricia greet guests and take care of all aspects of the restaurant themselves except for the cooking. The ambience is super …

I just returned from a business trip to Mexico, one of my favorite countries because of the warmth I receive on arrival. The culture, people and food are just mesmerizing and always brightening my soul. Through the years traveling to Mexico I have noticed that the food scene has truly evolved. In the coastal towns the fish and produce are …

There have been so many changes to the dining scene in Washington, DC in the last few years. New areas have popped up and so much urban revitalization has occurred. I adore when a city comes alive and people are moving about and enjoying the city after work hours. I am not a huge fan of pizza but I have …

One of the advantages of living in Washington, DC is having access to so many great ethnic restaurants. I adore kabob and Afghan food so multiple friends suggested I try Bistro Aracosia, an authentic Afghan restaurant. Bistro Aracosia serves an assortment of kabobs, stews, dumplings, roasted eggplant and a variety of rice to accompany the kabobs and stews. Located in …

Last Friday I met a group of female business colleagues for dinner at St. Anselm. I adore exploring different parts of DC and seeing people go out and enjoy this fabulous city! I have lived in Washington, DC many years on and off and the city has been transformed with new innovative dining venues and revitalized neighborhoods. I love to …

Swan is a beautifully appointed restaurant in the design district of Miami. With a luscious interior and a tropical exterior patio, you can’t go wrong. We sat outside to dine because the weather was stunning, and we wanted to enjoy the calming breezes after a hectic day of business meetings. The restaurant is co-owned by the artist Pharrell and one …

On a recent business trip to Florida my friend and business colleague Carolyn selected Steak 954 for dinner. I was a bit hesitant of the venue because I don’t eat red meat and I am not a big fan of restaurants in a large hotel. I was pleasantly surprised because Steak 954 has a large selection of fresh seafood and …

The new Hudson Yards in New York City just opened as a multi-use living, working dining, shopping and recreational destination. With a bevy of retail therapy, one needs nourishment. While visiting my sister in New York City we had to take a quick trip to explore the new development. After walking around the multiple floors, we were fatigued and had …

When I am in lower Manhattan and need to take a client or friend to eat out, I ask my sister Sherry the uber interior stylist for her advice. She knows what I am looking for and directs me to the right dining venue with the best food and ambience! Such is the case with Frenchette in Tribeca. Last Saturday …