The Northwest Pacific region is highly revered for its lush surroundings sprinkled generously with volcanic mountain peaks and waterfalls in Oregon and Washington states. But little did I know that there is a city known for its fragrant blooming roses and it is none other than Portland, Oregon. I visited Portland, OR to kick offContinue reading "Weekend In Rose City of Portland, OR"
Cherry Blossom Walks of America
The arrival of spring is only rivalled by glorious days of summer owing to its balmy, sometimes sultry temperatures. Besides thawing out from the frigidity of winter, spring offers spectacular viewing of its bloom, be it the tulips, daffodils or the stars of the season - Cherry Blossom. The epitome of tender hues, these delicateContinue reading "Cherry Blossom Walks of America"
Pretty Cities of Europe – A Photo Gallery
Paris Strasbourg, France Bernkastel-Kues, Germany Boppard, Germany Salzburg, Austria Vienna, Austria
Home Decor Inspirations For Spring
March is a strange month especially if you are living on the East Coast - the month that’s suppose to thaw out the frost around us, ends up with Nor’easters or atleast a snow spell followed by a bone chilling week. How are we - the generation of social media that posts mandatory ‘Welcome SpringContinue reading "Home Decor Inspirations For Spring"
A Romantic Weekend In Paris
The unrequited love, the unshattered glass ceiling, the invite-only soiree - Paris is well defined as the relationship adolescents pine for and the debauchery to which adults surrender. But no matter how the visuals play in the mind before that maiden visit - the experience leaves everyone feeling surreal while navigating the city. When myContinue reading "A Romantic Weekend In Paris"
Discovering Baroque and Historic Salzburg
Salzburg - a version of unattainable utopia removed from our dystopian bustling cities has had its square deal in the books of history. Before there was Hollywood or The Sound of Music there was Salzburg steeped in history of art, culture and music. Contrary to the popular recommendation (and belief) my visit to Salzburg wasContinue reading "Discovering Baroque and Historic Salzburg"
Road Trip & Rieslings Along The Meandering Mosel
Gliding steadily across borders from France to Luxembourg into Germany where it takes a meandering course and eases the valley into an luxurious pace of life is the Mosel. The Mosel river or Moselle (depending on the language of the country it runs through ) transfuses through the valley a sense of calm and tranquilityContinue reading "Road Trip & Rieslings Along The Meandering Mosel"
European Wine Trails To Visit in 2019
The idea of bespoke experiences equates to a sensory experience customized to your needs. One of the few complete sensory experiences, in my opinion, is enjoying a glass of wine. From the audible tug of the cork, to the gurgling pour, the aromatic bouquet swirling in the olfactory to the taste of the vintage, wineContinue reading "European Wine Trails To Visit in 2019"
Timeless Tale of The von Trapps
A few of my favorite things include watching that aerial shot high above the Alpine range panning closer to the ground with a crescendo that transitions to gently twirling Julie Andrews singing “the hills are alive with the sound of music”. Lets press pause on that for a moment and establish the fact that TheContinue reading "Timeless Tale of The von Trapps"
Holiday Wine Hampers
Gathering for the holidays is one of the best way to unwind the year slowly but steadily. However the unwinding gets most people wound up with all the preparation that goes into the celebrations. The heightened sense of expectations thanks to social media doesn’t help the situation an ounce bit. From decorating to gifting toContinue reading "Holiday Wine Hampers"
European Christmas Hampers
Oh it’s certainly beginning to look a lot like Christmas as we draw closer to November end and in a blink it will be time to gather around with friends and family for Christmas gatherings either on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day lunch or even earlier. When we gather together to celebrate Christmas the joyContinue reading "European Christmas Hampers"
Fall Decorations : Soft Tones For The Sweater Weather
My seasonal decorations and decor are usually centered around a theme and it helps me create a focal point to stay within framework but decorate with flowing creativity. When you decorate for any season you could use material such as fabrics, color scheme, patterns as your theme. Alternatively you can draw up a theme fromContinue reading "Fall Decorations : Soft Tones For The Sweater Weather"
Fashion Meister Julia Comil On First Chanel Acquisition
Legends are immortalised through their legacy of creation and reputation for being a path breaker. Coco Chanel changed the fashion industry in an era when elite fashion meant avian decorated hats, layered gowns and parasols. She single handedly brought sleeker silhouette, power jackets, leaner hats and statement bags. Her first perfume was anything but aContinue reading "Fashion Meister Julia Comil On First Chanel Acquisition"
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