Food & Recipes, Travel & Lifestyle, Everything New York City
I love a good Hot & Sour Soup and almost always order it when I get Chinese takeout, so I figured it was time to try making my own. It …
Mitzie Mee
Recipes
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Steve has this built-in sense for when meat is done. He’ll glance at a steak and somehow just know, and he always gets it spot on. I, on the other …
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A good grilled cheese sandwich is comfort food at its best. It works on its own but is also perfect alongside a bowl of tomato soup. The traditional version is …
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Frozen custard is a true American classic. It’s similar to ice cream, but made with egg yolks for a richer, silkier texture. Peaches are in season right now, and a …
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Fresh figs stuffed with creamy goat cheese and topped with pistachios look beautiful and taste even better. I still can’t decide whether they’re more of an appetizer, dessert, or snack, …
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The Citrus Fizz is part of Fizz by Loews Hotels, a new soda-centric beverage program that puts house-made sodas and spritzes in the spotlight. Designed for the modern guest, it …
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Kristian and AC live right by the fjord, and earlier that day, Kristian had been out diving and came back with the most beautiful scallops. They ended up as the …
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Affogato is one of those desserts that’s so simple, it almost doesn’t make sense how good it tastes. One scoop of Italian vanilla gelato and a shot of hot espresso. …
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Got some overripe bananas sitting around? Instead of baking yet another banana bread, make banana soft serve. It’s quick, creamy, and you only need a few basic ingredients. Once the …
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A mignonette sauce is the perfect match for oysters. The sharp acidity of the vinegar, the mild bite from the shallots, and just a touch of freshly ground pepper, it’s …
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In Denmark, we have this meringue-like ice cream topping called guf. It is really easy to make, and it tastes divine, so of course you have to try making it …
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The Burmese Banana Coconut Wraps are one of my favorite sweet treats from Tea Garden in Mae Sot. In Myanmar, the wraps with banana and coconut are typically enjoyed after …
Travel
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When I’m in Bangkok, I usually get a massage every day and through the years, I think I’ve had hundreds of massages in the city. I might have overdone it …
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Where to stay in Las Vegas? That’s one question I get a lot, so here are my recommendations: If you are only in Vegas for a couple of days and …
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One of the absolute highlights of visiting Ubud, is all the delicious food. Even though Ubud is a rather small town, the selection of restaurants is abundant, and there is …
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Are you traveling somewhere warm and sunny and don’t know what to pack? I have made a small guide with my best advice on what you should bring on your …
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I usually just walk around in Ubud, but the narrow pavements and the heavy motorbike traffic do not make the city particularly walkable. If you have difficulties walking, or if …
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At Ngurah Rai International Airport (also called Denpasar International Airport), you can book a car and a driver to take you to Ubud. There are several different companies to choose among, but …
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Bangkok is a great shopping destination, and almost everything is cheaper than back home, that is, if home is Europe or the US. Just steer clear of international brands and …
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Instagram is becoming more and more popular in Cambodia, and it shows at the Phnom Penh cafes, where photogenic food and beverages are competing for the attention from Phnom Penh …
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It is almost impossible to get bored in Tokyo as there are so many things to do and places to see. Here are some of my suggestions to really nice …
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I sometimes joke that I would be able to survive a nuclear war and another ice age, if I just have my handbag, but it is not far from the …
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I only rarely stay at the airport hotels in Bangkok, as I prefer to stay in the city even if it is only for a short layover. If you have …
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When it comes to free attractions in Las Vegas, I don’t think anything beats the Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas sign. Since 1959, the sign has been standing tall at …
New York City Guide
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New York might be one of the most expensive cities in the world to visit, but that doesn’t mean you have to spend money every time you leave the hotel. …
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The Staten Island Ferry is a free passenger ferry service that operates between Manhattan and Staten Island. The ferry ride offers spectacular views of the Statue of Liberty, and it’s …
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Korean food has been trending in NYC for quite a while, but which restaurants are the best? With so many choices, where do you start? I have asked my friend …
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New York City has so many great neighborhoods, all with their own amazing vibe, so how do you choose where to stay? If it is the first time you visit …