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The 15 Best Restaurants in Savannah, Georgia (For Charming Southern Eats)

March 7, 2026 by Molly Beauchemin 3 Comments

This bespoke guide to the best restaurants in Savannah, Georgia features a mix of refined and casual eateries that showcase cool aspects of Savannah’s local culture.  In addition to serving delicious, one-of-a-kind cuisine, each of these Savannah hot spots tells a story about this unique region of the lowcountry South– as well as the heritage […]

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10 Cool New York City Workouts (According To Insiders & Locals)

March 5, 2026 by Molly Beauchemin 2 Comments

When I first moved to New York after college, one of the things I loved most about the city was the incredible array of boutique fitness offerings. Categories of gyms and fitness programs I had never even heard of before– like aquacycling and megaformer pilates– caught my interest. Previously, I was a runner, a yogi, […]

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The 8 Best Breakfast & Brunch Spots in Alexandria, Virginia

March 5, 2026 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

The best breakfast + brunch spots in Alexandria, Virginia reflect the locavore foodie ethos of this charming historic city. Whether you’re looking for a fancy new age restaurant, a healthy option, or a traditional greasy spoon, Alexandria can provide it– especially if you know where to look. Fortunately, like all of our bespoke restaurant guides, […]

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The 16 Best Asian Restaurants in NYC

March 4, 2026 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

Food lovers never had it so good– New York City is fast becoming one of the best cities in the world for Asian, Southeast Asian, and Pan-Asian cuisine. This is due in part to the cosmopolitan and ever-diversifying population of the city, and also because of Instagram, which has spotlighted so many of the best […]

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The 8 Best Coffee Shops in Savannah (& The Coolest, Quaintest Cafes)

March 2, 2026 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

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The best coffee shops in Savannah are about as charming as they come. Like Savannah’s incredible restaurant scene, the coffee culture here in one of the South’s most hospitable cities is wonderful, both taste-wise and aesthetically.    From charming, artsy cafes to upscale artisanal espresso houses, there’s a come-hither ease to the city’s best cafes […]

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The 8 Best Dumplings Spots in NYC

March 1, 2026 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

The best dumplings in NYC are found across a constellation of neighborhoods: there’s Chinatown, of course, but also the East Village, Flushing, Financial District, and even Midtown. So where can you go when you want a delicious helping of hot dim sum in the Big Apple? It depends on what neighborhood you want to explore. […]

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The 5 Best Breakfast & Brunch Spots in Savannah, Georgia

March 1, 2026 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

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Is there anything more charming than waking up in Savannah and searching for breakfast or brunch? I think not. Fortunately, Savannah is rife with hundreds of lovely restaurants that all produce amazing, decidedly local first meals– but which ones really capture the flavors of this charming southern city in their breakfast offerings? That’s a matter […]

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5 Cool Places to Try Mai Tais on O’ahu (+ The Origin of Hawaii’s Iconic Cocktail)

February 26, 2026 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

Looking for the perfect place to try one of Oahu’s best mai tais? This list details it all– but first, here’s a little bit about this special drink’s history:   Contrary to popular belief, the mai tai wasn’t even invented in Hawaii. Rather, in 1944, legendary San Francisco bartender Vic Bergeron (of Trader Vic’s fame) invented […]

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The 7 Best Restaurants in Maui For Unique, Sensational Meals

February 25, 2026 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

For all of its beauty and name recognition, Maui is also Hawaii’s most dynamic island. This is particularly true when it comes to Maui’s incredible restaurant scene. So many local destinations are so different from one another that disparate parts of the island might as well be located on another planet. Upcountry feels miles away […]

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An Insider’s Guide to The Big Island of Hawai’i (15 Amazing Bucket List Items)

February 21, 2026 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

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The biggest island of Hawai’i, also known as “Big Island”, is celebrated for its epic volcanoes, beautiful hiking, crystal-clear stargazing, world-class snorkeling, and of course: Kona Coffee. While most visitors to the Hawaiian islands head to O’ahu or Kaua’i (which are smaller and easier to navigate) the Big Island is a true gem for outdoor […]

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