tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-45648351296765381702024-02-22T02:16:22.726-08:00In Love with San DiegoNatasha Contrerashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07507691358965809482noreply@blogger.comBlogger410125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4564835129676538170.post-17617172711416913542016-12-04T08:14:00.001-08:002016-12-04T08:14:29.163-08:00Pali Wine Co. <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Little Italy has really morphed into a culinary mecca in San Diego over the past few years. </div>
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But it's not just food that brings the natives and the visitors down to this cute little neighborhood.</div>
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There's something for everyone - </div>
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from top chef restaurants, to cute little cafes,</div>
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adorable boutiques and a weekly farmers market,</div>
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bars that are cracking' till 2 am and craft tasting rooms that are perfect for a mid afternoon treat.</div>
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One of the newest additions to the block is <a href="http://www.paliwineco.com/?method=pages.showPage&PageID=0B470CCD-F7FC-C6E5-DDD4-8A5AF9867BFB&originalMarketingURL=Tasting-Rooms/San-Diego-Little-Italy">Pali Wine Co.</a>,</div>
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a Central Coast winery known for its premium Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from California and Oregon and its newer label, </div>
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Tower 15, which features Bordeaux and Rhone from the Paso Robles region. </div>
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I consider all varieties to be the elixir of the gods,</div>
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so when Pali invited me to check out their brand new San Diego tasting room a few weeks ago,</div>
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I said... wine not?!</div>
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First of all, let me tell you about the space.</div>
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Location is perfectly situated near the heart of Little Italy, </div>
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making it a practical location for a pre-dinner drink, or two (or five, if you're having a flight). </div>
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The tasting room itself is very modern, light and airy. </div>
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Very insta worthy, if you know what I mean. </div>
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As for the wine itself,</div>
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having tried pretty much every variety they offer,</div>
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<i>(my friend and I opted to share a flight each, one of Pali, and one of Tower 15)</i>,</div>
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I, like many others before me, fell in love with the <a href="http://www.paliwineco.com/product/2014-Fiddlestix-Vineyard-Pinot-Noir-Magnum?pageID=E4AAD0FB-E85C-3175-6830-103482F37AB6&sortBy=DisplayOrder&maxRows=10&">Fiddlestix</a>. </div>
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With that being said, there's something for everyone. </div>
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The Little Italy tasting room offers all of its bottled wine inventory,</div>
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and houses an 8-keg wine on tap system for a refillable growler program!</div>
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Come by, and stay a while. </div>
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A small plate food menu will be available to pair with your wine selections in the very near future. </div>
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2130 India St. </div>
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Little Italy, San Diego</div>
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Natasha Contrerashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07507691358965809482noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4564835129676538170.post-74130227623164443882016-11-20T22:05:00.003-08:002016-11-20T22:05:56.511-08:00In Love With..<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A beautiful <i>farmer's market salad</i> from <a href="http://www.florentsd.com/dine-drink/dining-menu">Florent</a></td></tr>
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I think it's officially fall in San Diego now. </div>
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It happened overnight..</div>
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literally, it was 85 degrees two days ago, and now it's raining.</div>
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But I'm not complaining. </div>
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I've been counting down the days till I could wear some of my favorite cozy knits and boots,</div>
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and the time is finally here!</div>
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Besides the appropriate wardrobe updates,</div>
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I've also been loving the seasonal happenings all around San Diego lately. </div>
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Pumpkin spice lattes aren’t the only thing popping up all over town. </div>
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So are brand new fall menus, and Chef Brad Hightow from <a href="http://www.florentsd.com/">Florent</a> </div>
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has launched a lineup of fall-inspired eats with savory proteins, </div>
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sweet seasonal fruits and unique carbohydrates to get downtown ready for the colder weather. </div>
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The restaurant invited me in to try a few of their seasonal favorites a couple of weeks ago,</div>
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and I jumped at the opportunity to start building up my "winter coat". </div>
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The <i>Nashville Hot Quail</i> and the <i>Pork Chop with Maple Brine</i> were my personal favorites.</div>
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Filled with flavor from seasonal ingredients, </div>
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each entree perfectly fit into the category of comfort food. </div>
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Ahhh does anyone else feel like they're already behind on their holiday shopping? </div>
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Luckily, the kind folks at Fashion Valley helped me out by inviting me to an exclusive holiday preview event. </div>
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I got a chance to mingle with other influencers over happy hour, </div>
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then see top trending gift ideas from the mall’s luxury retailers including </div>
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<a href="http://www.bloomingdales.com/">Bloomingdales</a>, <a href="http://www.louisvuitton.com/">Louis Vuitton</a> and <a href="http://kendrascott.com/">Kendra Scott</a>. </div>
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I had a few revelations that night,</div>
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and wanted to share some best kept secrets about the beloved shopping center with you all!</div>
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1. Did you know that there is a restaurant inside of Bloomingdales Fashion Valley?!</div>
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Yes. </div>
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It's called <a href="http://www.simon.com/mall/fashion-valley/stores/59th-lex">59th & Lex</a>.</div>
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It's on the 3rd floor, it's chic and fuck*n legit. </div>
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2. Another hidden gem inside of Bloomingdales Fashion Valley!</div>
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Did you know they housed a <a href="https://int.clarins.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-clrintl-Site/en/Stores-Details?StoreID=SPAUS3">Clarins Spa</a>?!</div>
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Yes, boys and girls. </div>
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Mind blown!</div>
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Okay, so when I first heard about it, I'm not going to lie, I had my doubts. </div>
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How good can a "spa" be inside a department store?</div>
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But I was in dire need, and with a nice referral discount I decided to try it out anyway. </div>
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Best decision I made all month!</div>
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After a 50 minute facial that was customized specifically for me, </div>
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I walked out GLOWING. </div>
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Seriously, I've been getting compliments on my skin all week. </div>
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Love.</div>
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3. Santa Baby.. <a href="http://us.louisvuitton.com/eng-us/search/twist">I found what I want</a> for Christmas. </div>
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4. Okay so this last one is not really a secret or a hidden gem,</div>
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but it was a revelation for me. </div>
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It was my first time inside a <a href="http://kendrascott.com/">Kendra Scott </a>store,</div>
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and I. Fell. In. Love. </div>
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Definitely know what I'm getting all my girlfriends for the holidays. </div>
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With the options to completely customize what you want at the Color Bar,</div>
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the options are limitless,</div>
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which is perfect when shopping for ladies who seem to have it all!</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Karubi Short Rib</i> from the last <a href="https://chefstevebrown.com/cosecha/">Cosecha</a> dinner</td></tr>
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Remember when I went to <a href="http://inlovewithsandiego.blogspot.com/2016/09/kaaboo.html">Kaboo</a> a few months ago?</div>
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Not to veer off topic too much, </div>
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one of my personal discoveries was the talent of <a href="https://chefstevebrown.com/">Chef Steve Brown</a>,</div>
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who showed off his culinary skills and won the 2016 Kaaboo Rock’n Chef Competition.</div>
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He's been a busy man since then,</div>
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doing things like launching Harvest, his very own catering company, </div>
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as well as a series of pop-up restaurants, called <a href="https://chefstevebrown.com/cosecha/">Cosecha</a>. </div>
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“Cosecha”, meaning harvest in Spanish, has quickly become a popular event among the southern California crowd.</div>
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The "crowd" including myself and some of my dearest friends since we attended the latest event. </div>
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The five-course dinner, which showcased produce grown at local <a href="http://www.sandiegoroots.org/farm/index.php">Wild Willow Farms</a>, </div>
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included pumpkin ravioli, beets and bone marrow, and a 72-hr Karubi short rib </div>
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paired with beers from <a href="http://ironfirebrewing.com/">Temecula’s Ironfire Brewing Company</a>. </div>
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Save the date!</div>
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The next event will take place on December 17th,</div>
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and will feature Satsuma Wagyu beef straight from Japan</div>
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with your choice of whiskey pairings or Baja wine pairings.</div>
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Tickets will be on sale soon, so keep your eyes out!</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sampling some Harvest Wine at <a href="http://www.seasons52.com/locations/ca/san-diego/san-diego-seaport-district/4541?cmpid=br:S52_ag:ogv_ch:ppc_ca:S52-San-Diego---The-Headquarters-CA-BR_dt:09-02-2014_gt:S52---Headquarters_sn:goo_kw:+seasons-+52_ct:text">Seasons 52 San Diego Seaport</a></td></tr>
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The last happening I wanted to share with you is taking place at <a href="http://www.seasons52.com/locations/ca/san-diego/san-diego-seaport-district/4541?cmpid=br:S52_ag:ogv_ch:ppc_ca:S52-San-Diego---The-Headquarters-CA-BR_dt:09-02-2014_gt:S52---Headquarters_sn:goo_kw:+seasons-+52_ct:text">Seasons 52 San Diego Seaport</a> location.</div>
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The restaurant invited me in to sample Harvest Wine,</div>
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available for a limited time (until it runs out!).</div>
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Extremely popular in Europe, half-fermented Harvest Wine lies between a fully fermented wine and grape juice. </div>
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During the process, in this case with a Sauvignon Blanc from the Mauritson vineyards in California,</div>
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the wine loses some of the acidity it’s known for. </div>
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The acidity maintained makes this wine great for pairing with dishes such as seafood and spicy or salty dishes. </div>
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Due to its sweet flavor and low alcohol content (about 5%), </div>
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this wine is refreshing and makes for a great daytime beverage as an accompaniment to shrimp scampi and the scallops. </div>
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Natasha Contrerashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07507691358965809482noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4564835129676538170.post-19120388558958928672016-11-11T16:39:00.001-08:002016-11-11T16:39:24.301-08:00Nicky Rottens Coronado<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Well.. America had a busy week, didn't she?</div>
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This is definitely not a political blog,</div>
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so I'm not even going to go there. </div>
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But since it's Veterans Day and all, I feel like we need to regroup as a country. </div>
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And what's more American than a nice juicy burger as big as my head?</div>
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Nothing. </div>
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Last week I was invited to stop by <a href="http://www.nickyrottensoncoronado.com/">Nicky Rottens</a> in Coronado to check out their menu and hang out for a bit. </div>
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As soon as I walked in, I felt right at home. </div>
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The world championships were on multiple big screens, </div>
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the scent of sizzling burgers filled the air,</div>
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and as I looked around, I felt like I was an extra on an episode of Cheers.</div>
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Nicky Rottens is a family owned bar located on Coronado Island. </div>
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There's a certain sense of pride that the island locals have,</div>
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and I think a lot of it has to do with the ownership of belonging to a small town community. </div>
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Coronado also happens to be one of only two Navy SEAL headquarters in the US,</div>
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<i>(ladies, take note),</i></div>
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and this neighborhood restaurant definitely pays tribute to this fact. </div>
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They even have a special cocktail, the <i>Cavner Mule</i>, that honors SOC Brad Cavner Navy Seal.</div>
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$1 of every drink sold goes to the Navy Seal Foundation in Brad’s Name,</div>
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and if that's not a reason to order up this delicious cocktail, I don't know what is!</div>
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The <a href="http://www.nickyrottensoncoronado.com/menu/starters/">menu </a>is sweet and simple. </div>
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Although the famous burgers are front and center,</div>
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there's plenty of options for everyone. </div>
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And perhaps... if you're feeling extra bold (or extra hungry),</div>
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you might opt to take the Ultimate Burger Challenge!</div>
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Weighing in at a whopping 2 1/2 pounds, </div>
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this friggin’ huge burger will leave any grown man crying for mercy!!! </div>
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You have one hour to clean your plate, and if you finish in 30 minutes, the burger is on the house.</div>
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Why?</div>
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Because there's nothing like having your name engraved in a neighborhood restaurant to feel like you truly fit in. </div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Cavner Mule</i> - Jameson, Fresh Lime Juice, and Angostura Bitters, Topped with Ginger Beer.<br />
*In Honor of SOC Brad Cavner Navy Seal. $1 of every drink sold goes to the Navy Seal Foundation in Brad’s Name. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Buffalo Wings</i> - I like 'em HOT</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Bacavo Burger</i> and a side of tots! Cause.. who doesn't love tots?</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I wasn't lying.. burgers as big as my head. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Orange Ave. Michelada</i> - Rotating Lager, Lime Juice, Hot Sauce, Clamato, Tajin Rim and Cucumber </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Peppercorn Burger</i> and more tots tots tots!</td></tr>
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There aren't many things that I love more than being a tourist.</div>
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Not like an obvious one.. with a giant camera strapped around my neck and a Fodors guide in hand. </div>
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But the sense of adventure that comes along with exploring a new destination is pretty spectacular.</div>
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When my friend and I were in <a href="http://inlovewithsandiego.blogspot.com/2016/10/sleepless-in-seattle.html">Seattle </a>a few weeks ago,</div>
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we decided to expand our boundaries and take a day trip to <a href="http://visitbainbridge.com/">Bainbridge Island</a>. </div>
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Highly recommend it!</div>
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We had the best time, breathing in fresh air and gawking and the beautiful surroundings. </div>
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Bainbridge Island is located west of Seattle, is entirely surrounded by salt water, and is known for its outstanding natural beauty and rustic character. </div>
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Catch a quick ride from Pier 52 on one of the Washington State Ferries, and get there in less than an hour. </div>
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I recommend bringing your vehicle across the pond, so you can have the convenience of navigating as you deem fit. </div>
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We didn't really have a set itinerary for the day.. </div>
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instead we googled a few "must see destinations" while we sat back on the ferry,</div>
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and the first thing that caught our attention was the <a href="http://bloedelreserve.org/">Bloedel Reserve</a>. </div>
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Oh em geeeeeee! </div>
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Best pleasant surprise ever!! </div>
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The Bloedel Reserve is an internationally renowned public garden and forest preserve.</div>
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It was created by Prentice and Virginia Bloedel, who resided on the property from 1951 until 1986,</div>
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with a vision to provide refreshment and tranquility in the presence of natural beauty.</div>
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Let me just tell you, it did not disappoint!</div>
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It took us about two hours to make our way around the woodland trails at the most leisurely pace.</div>
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The grounds are absolutely stunning,</div>
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and we found ourselves oohing and ahhing every few minutes as we came across the gorgeous sweeping vistas, formal gardens and soothing water features. </div>
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Their home, which is now open to the public,</div>
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is my dream come true.</div>
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The pictures just don't do it justice. </div>
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Anyway, to say that we were not disappointed is an understatement.</div>
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We truly did leave the reserve feeling relaxed and inspired.</div>
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We spent a few more hours on the island,</div>
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perusing the adorable boutiques (<a href="https://www.facebook.com/salthousemercantile">this one</a> was my favorite),</div>
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before making our way back to Seattle to catch our flights home. </div>
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Perfect way to end our trip!</div>
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Do you trust the restaurant recommendations you read on this blog?</div>
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If so, I have a new treat for you!</div>
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After hearing so many great reviews about <a href="http://www.trustrestaurantsd.com/">Trust Restaurant</a>,</div>
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I finally made my way over to Hillcrest last weekend to check it out for myself. </div>
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My first impression as I walked through the large outdoor patio filled with chic patrons gathered around the fire pits, </div>
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cocktails in hand,</div>
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is that it's very European-esque. </div>
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I loved the unassuming decor of this place - </div>
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large open windows, art deco gold bar stools, and an open kitchen accentuated with a wood fire oven are all spot on. </div>
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As we sat down, the first thing that caught my attention was the Pental Quartz communal bar.</div>
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Before I could even dive into the menu, I needed a cocktail. </div>
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Stat!</div>
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The friendly waiter educated me about some ingredients that I've never even heard of, </div>
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and promised that adding a whole egg would make my selection taste like apple pie. </div>
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I believed him, and he was right. </div>
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He was quickly gaining my <u>trust</u>. </div>
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<i>See what I did there? </i></div>
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Next, I requested a few recommendations from the food menu. </div>
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The hardest part for me was making a selection,</div>
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since so many options made me drool on the spot. </div>
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He suggested that a combination of 4-5 plates from the Farm, Ocean and Ranch sections </div>
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would be perfect for sharing between two people.</div>
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Right again. </div>
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I'm a big fan of the small plate concept, since it allows to taste different dishes without being committed to a single option. </div>
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The standouts for me were the <i>Wood Grilled Octopus</i> and the <i>Uni Pasta, </i></div>
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but I can't wait to go back and try out more options. </div>
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The menu is constantly evolving to keep up with the locally sourced, seasonal ingredients,</div>
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so I trust that my next visit will be just as good as the first.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Bone Marrow </i>- beet pickled pearl onions, cauliflower, chimichurri, pain de mie </td></tr>
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Natasha Contrerashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07507691358965809482noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4564835129676538170.post-44880128991818503262016-10-18T15:20:00.000-07:002016-10-18T15:23:02.256-07:00Sleepless in Seattle<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I love documenting my personal trips on my blog, </div>
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not only as a means to record my memories,</div>
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but also to share some recommendations for things that I truly loved about my experience.</div>
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I know that when I'm planning a trip I draw a lot of inspiration from other bloggers out there,</div>
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so I like to pay it forward. </div>
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This wasn't my first time to Seattle, and I hope it won't be my last. </div>
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My girlfriend and I spent a solid 48 hours in this lovely city,</div>
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and honestly had the best time. </div>
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<u><i>STAY:</i></u></div>
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We fell in love with the <a href="http://www.thompsonhotels.com/hotels/thompson-seattle">Thompson Seattle</a>,</div>
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which was just so refined and perfectly chic. </div>
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It's located just a block from Pike Place Market, </div>
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which was convenient for morning walks to grab some coffee and <a href="https://www.piroshkybakery.com/">piroshki</a>.</div>
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<i><u>SEE:</u></i></div>
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We got extremely lucky with the weather (not a drop of rain during our October visit!),</div>
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so we took advantage and did a lot of sightseeing by foot. </div>
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~Of course the first thing we did was wander through <a href="http://pikeplacemarket.org/">Pike Place Market</a>,</div>
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checking out the produce and seafood,</div>
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trying to blend in with the locals to avoid having a fish tossed at us. </div>
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~Strolled through Post Alley and found the Gum Wall,</div>
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gross but entertaining. </div>
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~One of my favorite attractions was the <a href="http://www.chihulygardenandglass.com/events/white-venetians/?promocode=daily&gclid=Cj0KEQjwp4fABRCer93Klpaki94BEiQAsXJMGpucnMtkmsQLDEpbo0FnAD0Lr_CvTSflOX8JwwsNLpsaAvcl8P8HAQ">Chihuly Garden & Glass</a> museum,</div>
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which was just very different. </div>
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Perfect for selfie ops and visual stimulation. </div>
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~Although we didn't go to the top of the <a href="https://www.spaceneedle.com/home/">Space Needle,</a></div>
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the landmark can be seen from all around the city, </div>
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including my favorite vista point - <a href="http://www.seattle.gov/parks/find/parks/kerry-park">Kerry Park</a>.</div>
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~Obviously I couldn't say no to checking out the <a href="http://fremont.com/about/fremonttroll-html/">Fremont Troll</a>,</div>
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just so I can say we went trollin in Seattle. </div>
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~Last but not least, we took a ferry to <a href="https://www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g58342-Bainbridge_Island_Washington-Vacations.html">Bainbridge Island</a> and had such a good time that I decided to dedicate a whole separate post to it. </div>
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<i><u>EAT:</u></i></div>
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You already know... my favorite part about planning a trip is deciding which restaurants we're going to eat at. </div>
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Seattle gave me a run for my money with its plethora of options,</div>
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but I think we chose wisely, </div>
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because every single place we visited did not disappoint our high foodie expectations.</div>
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~First, a trip to the Pacific Northwest wouldn't be complete without some oysters,</div>
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so we got right into it with a traditional happy hour at <a href="http://www.elliottsoysterhouse.com/">Elliot's Oyster House</a>.</div>
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It's a classic, my friends, so slurp up.</div>
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I like my oysters topped with some lemon, mignonette and a dash of tabasco,</div>
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chased by a sip of chilled crisp Prosecco. </div>
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Makes my mouth water just thinking about it!</div>
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One of my go-to sources for restaurant recommendations is <i>Bon Appetit</i> magazine,</div>
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so when I saw that there were TWO Seattle restaurants on their <a href="http://www.bonappetit.com/best-new-restaurants">50 Best New Restaurants List</a>,</div>
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I was beyond excited. </div>
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~We made reservations at <a href="http://www.restaurantbateau.com/">Bateau</a> weeks in advance,</div>
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knowing it would be worth the wait. </div>
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I've been borrowing recipes from <a href="https://eatseacreatures.com/shop/a-boat-a-whale-a-walrus-menus-and-stories">Renee Erickson's cookbook</a> for months,</div>
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so it's no surprise to me that the newest member of the <i>Sea Creatures</i> family would offer a smooth sailing experience. </div>
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If you don't eat red meat, I'm sorry, this place probably isn't for you. </div>
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The "boeuf", butchered and dry aged in house, </div>
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comes directly from Erickson's Whidbey Island farm to your plate, </div>
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served alongside inventive sides, thrice fried frites, iconic cocktails, and a smart bottle list. </div>
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My friend and I kicked the evening off with some veal sweetbreads, </div>
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which were tender and delicious, </div>
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but the real star of the evening was the 28-day-aged ribeye, </div>
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topped with bone marrow butter, of course.</div>
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So rich that I just wanted to slather myself in all the fatty goodness. </div>
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Is that weird?</div>
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~You know what makes me smile?</div>
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When tiny, hole in the wall establishments receive accolades for serving up damn good food. </div>
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Isn't that what's most important?</div>
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Yes, the ambiance is key to an overall dining experience, </div>
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but sometimes, all I need is a hot bowl of noodles that is infused with so much flavor that my taste buds nearly buckle. </div>
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<a href="http://www.littleuncleseattle.com/">Little Uncle </a>is not the first Thai restaurant that has received accolades despite its casual demeanor (Pok Pok anyone?),</div>
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setting a new standard for the term "fine dining".</div>
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Again, sharing is caring when my friend and I try new places,</div>
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so we decided to split the <i>Khao Soi Gai</i> and the <i>Beef Noodles</i>. </div>
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~<i>The Seattle Times</i> described the <a href="http://www.brimmerandheeltap.com/">Brimmer & Heeltap </a>as a cheery bistro and bar in Ballard,</div>
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that "is as comfortable to slip into as your favorite jeans". </div>
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I couldn't agree more. </div>
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You can't go wrong with a restaurant that seeks to celebrate the moments that exist between the first sip of one’s libation and the last drops lingering at the bottom of the glass. </div>
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The cocktails are great, but honestly, the food is even better. </div>
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Teasing the concept of Asian fusion, the menu offers something for everyone. </div>
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We were pleasantly surprised by how tender the <i>charred octopus</i> was when it arrived,</div>
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and blissfully happy while we alternated between bites of the <i>grilled pork shoulder</i> and the <i>duck fried rice</i>. </div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Khao Soi Gai</i> from <a href="http://www.littleuncleseattle.com/home.html">Little Uncle</a>. Just LOOK at that bowl!! You can almost taste the flavor through the picture.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The happiest of hours at <a href="http://www.elliottsoysterhouse.com/">Elliot's Oyster House</a>. The only downside? They cut you off after a dozen!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Oh just a perfectly cooked, 28-day-aged ribeye, bathing in bone marrow butter. Boeuf boner at <a href="http://www.restaurantbateau.com/">Bateau</a>. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Views from our hotels rooftop bar, the <a href="http://www.thompsonhotels.com/hotels/thompson-seattle/eat-drink">Nest</a>.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Picking up little treats to go along with some fresh brewed coffee at <a href="http://www.amandineseattle.com/">Amandine Bakeshop</a>.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Shareable options at Brimmer & Heeltap:<i> duck fried rice</i> and <i>grilled pork shoulder.</i></td></tr>
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Natasha Contrerashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07507691358965809482noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4564835129676538170.post-75658392155084057912016-10-05T09:14:00.002-07:002016-10-05T09:14:53.092-07:00Barbusa<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Hey guys, just stopping in to tell you about a new Italian restaurant that recently opened... in Little Italy. </div>
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But it's not <i>just</i> an Italian restaurant.</div>
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It's an homage to the Busalacchi family's Sicilian heritage,</div>
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and if I've learned anything about Sicily, it's that they play in a league of their own.</div>
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I stopped by <a href="http://barbusa.com/">Barbusa</a> for lunch a couple of weeks ago, </div>
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and mentally bookmarked the place as a new go-to restaurant whenever I need a carb fix.</div>
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The pasta is all housemate, and tastes incredible!</div>
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I tried out the daily special, thin cut spaghetti doused with crab and vodka sauce, and was not disappointed. </div>
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Of course if you are disciplined with your diet, there's options for everyone.</div>
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Seafood is plentiful, and if you like it straight from the ocean,</div>
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If you're in a pinch, or don't feel like stuffing your face with a full course meal,</div>
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this place has an awesome bar area, and quite a selection of small apps. </div>
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The ambiance is lovely.. modern and romantic at the same time. </div>
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Next time you're planning a date night, or want to impress someone with a business lunch,</div>
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request a table by the window. </div>
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I love me a green wall, and Barbusa knows how to swoon me. </div>
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Natasha Contrerashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07507691358965809482noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4564835129676538170.post-78401367045176400022016-09-17T17:55:00.001-07:002016-09-17T17:55:51.100-07:00KAABOO<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Have you heard of <a href="https://www.kaaboodelmar.com/schedule/">KAABOO</a>? </div>
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If not, you're missing out!</div>
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KAABOO is a three-day “mix-perience” curated as a fully immersive live music experience without the rough qualities of a traditional outdoor event. </div>
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<i>Ahem, I'm looking at you Coachella, Lolla and Burning Man. </i></div>
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It combines a diverse mix of music, high quality culinary offerings, the very best craft libations,</div>
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visually inspiring art exhibitions, hilarious comedy, dancing and all of the indulgent amenities you could hope for, </div>
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together in one place. </div>
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KAABOO takes place at the historic Del Mar Racetrack + Fairgrounds, </div>
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and it's going on NOW (October 16th-18th). </div>
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I was invited to kick the party off on Thursday,</div>
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at the <i>Meet Me at the Spa Indulgences VIP event.</i></div>
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I got to enjoy complementary beauty spa services from some of the best brands in the beauty industry such as Pave Nails, Paul Mitchel, and Ritz Carlton Spas (just to name a few). </div>
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It was a perfect way to relax and prepare for the festival.</div>
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After the event, I got to check out the grounds and even take in a private performance by Chris Isaak and Macy Gray. </div>
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So fun!</div>
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The lineup of artists for this weekend is incredible, </div>
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and I'm sure it's only going to get better each year. </div>
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So if you didn't make it to KAABOO this year,</div>
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make sure you add it to your "must do" list for 2018!</div>
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I have always loved experimenting with beauty products, </div>
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constantly on the hunt for something to make my skin look brighter, smoother, firmer. </div>
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since most professionals (which I am nowhere close to),</div>
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recommend sticking to the same skin care regimen for at least two to three months for the products to adjust and behave to their full potential. </div>
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But I get antsy, you see?</div>
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I want results, and I want them now!</div>
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That being said, I have found a few products that live up to the hype and deliver results.. QUICKLY.</div>
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These five products have done wonders for my skin,</div>
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so I wanted to share them with anyone that may be seeking that butterfly-crown snapchat filter effect in real life. </div>
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Please keep in mind that we're all different, </div>
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so just because these products worked for me, does not mean that you'll get the same results. </div>
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But if you're willing to experiment, I would highly recommend for you to add these products to your skin care regimen.</div>
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<a href="http://www.ulta.com/facial-cleansing-oil-with-coconut-argan-oils?productId=xlsImpprod12681133">One</a>: <i>Burt's Bees Cleansing Oil</i>. I am pretty much the opposite of granola when it comes to skin care. <i>If it doesn't burn, it's not working. </i>At least that was my mentality for years! But after trying this natural cleansing oil, I'm that much closer to joining green peace. Kidding. But seriously, have you tried washing your face with oil before? It defies all logic, and sucks up all the grime and grease from your face in seconds. And call me crazy, but I feel like my skin has gotten LESS oily since I've started using this stuff? It must be magic. </div>
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<a href="http://www.ulta.com/super-collagen-mask?productId=xlsImpprod6200745">Two</a>: <i>Mario Badescu Super Collagen Mask</i>. Collagen. Let's talk about it. As we age, our skin loses some of its elasticity and firmness. Some of this is due to the loss and breakdown of collagen in the dermal layer of your skin. Maybe it's the fact that I turned 30 this year, but for some reason, I have started paying extra attention to these features of my skin lately. Obviously, prevention is key, and this Mario Badescu collagen mask is money, honey. I use it once a week, leaving it on for about 40 minutes. I swear each time is like a mini at home facial. It smells like a high-end spa, and the best part is that my skin gets a little oomph after I wash it off.<br />
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<a href="http://www.sephora.com/martian-mattifying-melting-water-gel-toner-P410243">Three</a>: <i>Sunday Riley Martian Mattifying Melting Water-Gel Toner</i>. I'm not gonna lie, I had to use my expert google techniques to figure out how to use this product when I first bought it. The reviews are killer for this stuff! The instructions? Not so much. Is it a gel? A toner? Do I use it alone or under a moisturizer? Huh?! So here's what I do, and whether it's right or not, I don't really care because I feel like my skin stays grease-free for hours when I use this toner. After washing my face in the morning, simply pump a nickel sized amount into your hand and massage onto your face. This may take a little while to get used to, since this stuff is quite liquid-y, but you'll get the hang of it after a few tries. Let it dry and then apply moisturizer if needed. I go directly to a tinted moisturizer and then a light dust of powder to set it all in place, and voila! Shiny forehead be gone!<br />
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<a href="http://www.sephora.com/u-f-o-ultra-clarifying-face-oil-P410400">Four</a>: <i>Sunday Riley U.F.O. Ultra Clarifying Face Oil</i>. Okaaayyyy so two things: 1) clearly I'm on an oil kick lately, but the hype is real!! This one in particular is seriously the best I have tried to date. It's a quick-absorbing, medicated dry oil that clears congested pores, treats and prevents acne, all while smoothing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Um, yes please? I've been using it for about a month, and I am obsessed! 2) I am sucker for packaging, so while this stuff is not exactly cheap, it goes a long way and looks so chic on my vanity. A+ for boxed luxury.<br />
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<a href="http://www.ulta.com/plastic-bottle-drying-lotion?productId=xlsImpprod6200681">Five</a>: <i>Mario Badescu Drying Lotion</i>. Unfortunately, no matter how diligent I am with my skin care routine, every once in a while I still get those pesky blemishes. My go to cure has been this drying lotion. I swear by it! Spot treat with a q-tip before bed, and wake up with a clear face. I'm all about that overnight action, you know what I mean?</div>
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Natasha Contrerashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07507691358965809482noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4564835129676538170.post-55632898065139637272016-08-09T22:34:00.000-07:002016-08-09T22:34:05.630-07:00In Love With.. <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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~Want to have a posh camping experience in the city? Then hike your way over to <a href="http://www.onedoornorthsd.com/">One Door North</a>, a new American bar and eatery with decor and cuisine that pays homage to the outdoors and the spirit of adventure. Perfect for summer, which may I remind you, is all year round in San Diego. This is not your typical "camping food" though. No <i>Chef Boyardee</i> around here! I personally inhaled the <i>Pan Seared Seabass </i>that was served with the most buttery sweet corn succotash in less time than it would take to set up a tent. They even serve smores for dessert. I'm telling you, legit camping in heels. </div>
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~<a href="http://parcbb.com/">Parc Bistro-Brasserie </a>and the <a href="http://thecornerdrafthouse.com/">Corner Draft House </a>are only two blocks apart, but the two restaurants couldn't be more different. Here's how I would depict the two: the first is Charlotte Gainsbourg eating oysters ($1 each during HH) and sipping rosé, while the latter is Jennifer Lawrence eating truffle fries and drinking an amber ale. Both are wonderful. </div>
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~I have a crush on <a href="http://www.madisononpark.com/">Madison</a>. I feel like she's a lady on the streets but a freak in the sheets. At first glance, it seems like you're walking into a small neighborhood bar. But as you progress through the 3k square foot indoor/outdoor space, it turns into a dining room, complete with a sky-high vaulted ceiling made of wood joinery and cedar walls in colorful geometric patterns and shapes. And she knows that the way to my heart is through my stomach. She charms me with Mediterranean inspired dishes like the <i>Belgian Salad with Ahi </i>and the <i>Gnocchi with Jumbo Shrimp. </i>Trust me, you have to meet this girl.</div>
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~I know I'm throwing a lot of feminine references at you today, and I may have been listening to Beyonce for hours, but this next place I want to tell you about is my version of Baby from <i>Dirty Dancing.</i> <a href="http://www.piaceremiosd.com/">Piacere Mio</a> is the little sister to the wildly popular <a href="http://buonaforchettasd.com/">Buona Forchetta</a>, but she sure lets loose once you give her a chance. I met Baby by accident, while on a hunt to try a new place on my lunch break. I fell in love quickly.. with each item that was set in front of me. From the steaming hot doughy bread served alongside an herbal infused olive oil, to the lightly fried calamari, and of course the freshly cooked <i>Ravioli di Carne ai Fungi, </i>everything was so delicious. I'm not even kidding, even my iced tea was on point. You know why? Because nobody puts baby in the corner!!! </div>
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-We're well through my birthday month, and it has been the best one in decades. Three decades to be exact... Yes kids, I am officially thirty. How wild! With that being said, the past few weeks have been jam-packed with amazing activities, and if you're interesting in hearing about what I've been up to, please, read on..</div>
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-Kicked this month off by spending Memorial Day weekend relaxing in the desert. We stayed at the <a href="http://www.laquintaresort.com/?wt.srch=1">La Quinta Resort</a>, which embodies every ounce of fabulousness that is associated with being a Waldorf property. It was absolutely relaxing. I indulged in a facial at the spa, noshed on some delicate scallops at <a href="http://www.laquintaresort.com/dine/morgans-desert/">Morgan's in the Desert</a>, and kept cool with a few vodka lemonades by the adult pool. </div>
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-After two days of soaking up the sunshine by the pool, I decided to liven it up a bit and drive two hours northwest to LA. The highlights of spending 24 hours in the city of Angels was definitely our stay at the posh <a href="http://www.beverlyhilton.com/">Beverly Hilton</a>, and brunch at <a href="http://republiquela.com/">Republique</a>. Thank gawd for those yelp tips, because it urged us to get to the popular restaurant a little earlier and miss the outrageous line that circles around the corner after 9 am. </div>
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-The following weekend the girls and I jetted off to Vancouver! What a stunning city. We got extremely lucky with the weather, so plenty of outdoorsy activities ensued. It's so lush and green up there that I just wanted to be outside. Always. Since it was everyone's first time to Canada, we willingly partook in all the touristy musts: conquered the <a href="https://www.capbridge.com/">Capilano Suspension Bridge</a>, biked around Stanley Park, and wandered around Granville Island. Some of my recommendations? The <a href="http://www.rosewoodhotels.com/en/hotel-georgia-vancouver">Rosewood Hotel Georgia</a> is just stunning! We loved the convenience of having a rooftop bar, a speakeasy and one of the best restaurants in the city right there on the property. I have nothing but great things to say about our dinner at <a href="http://www.hawksworthrestaurant.com/">Hawksworth</a>, which exudes excellence in every criteria - ambiance, food and service. Also had great meals (and then some) at <a href="http://www.labattoir.ca/">L'Abattoir</a> and <a href="http://www.westoakvancouver.com/">west OAK</a>. </div>
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-In between the weekend trips I've been trying to get caught up with the evolving restaurant scene right here in San Diego. Let's see.... here are the places that stand out in my mind: <a href="https://www.cohnrestaurants.com/coasterra">Coasterra</a> offers some of the most stunning views of the downtown skyline with a side of guac. <a href="http://www.jaynesgastropub.com/">Jayne's Gastropub</a> is my new favorite hidden gem, serving an eclectic menu full of traditional English favorites, in the confines of a charming cafe setting. I opted to have my actual birthday dinner at <a href="http://www.herbandwood.com/">Herb & Wood</a>, and it was honestly the most perfect way to celebrate. Malarkey's new place is breathtakingly beautiful. From the second I walked in, I was instantly transported back to 1903, circa Picasso's blue period.. feeling like I was joining him for a chilled glass of white wine in his house in Spain, while we munch on some freshly caught seafood, blissfully unaware that the hustle and bustle of Little Italy is just outside the door. </div>
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-This latest weekend was spent with some of my best girlfriends that came into town for the birthday festivities. We decided to get a room at the <a href="http://www.ranchobernardoinn.com/">Rancho Bernardo Inn</a>, so we could catch up at a cabana by the pool, sneaking off only to enjoy some treatments at the spa, before getting ready for dinner at <a href="http://www.ranchobernardoinn.com/dine/avant/">Avant</a>. It is such a beautiful property that really made our staycation feel like we were far, far away from responsibilities of real life. </div>
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Natasha Contrerashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07507691358965809482noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4564835129676538170.post-14452385686506382472016-04-09T12:41:00.001-07:002016-04-09T12:41:55.260-07:00Copenhagen, Denmark - Part III<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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It's actually the way I've always pictured Scandinavia.. just really effin cool.</div>
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Later that day, we decided to check out the self-declared free state of Christiania.</div>
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I'm not even sure how to begin telling you about it, because it kind of blows my mind.</div>
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First of all... what is it exactly?</div>
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Christiania is a neighborhood that spans about 84 acres, and houses nearly 850 residents. </div>
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What started out as a "social experiment", is now considered by many as a giant hippie commune.</div>
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Known as the free town, Christiania is regulated by special law,</div>
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which transfers parts of the supervision of the area from the municipality of Copenhagen to the state. </div>
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I wasn't quite sure what to expect when I walked through the gates, but I quickly fell in love with the culture.</div>
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I highly respect the residents of Christiania for marching to the beat of their own drum.</div>
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They use their own currency, and wave their own flag.</div>
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They eat organic food, smoke weed, and love the arts in all forms.</div>
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And they are absolutely, positively worth a visit.</div>
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In true form, we had to salute our Scandinavian adventure with an amazing meal. </div>
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We selected <a href="http://fiskebaren.dk/en/fiskebaren/">Kødbyens Fiskebar</a> as it has quickly build a reputation as one of the top ten seafood restaurants in Europe. </div>
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They always say that looks can be deceiving, and the fish bar is no exception.</div>
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Hidden in the midst of the edgy former meatpacking district, </div>
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the restaurant looks like a simple fish shop from the outside.</div>
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But true beauty exudes from the inside, </div>
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where the former protégé of Noma's René Redzepi, Anders Selmer gives ordinarily hum-drum dishes </div>
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a "New Nordic Cuisine"-style twist. </div>
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We managed to snag a seat around the dramatic cylinder-shaped aquarium in the centre that doubles as a raw bar, </div>
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and proceeded to nosh on the most gorgeous dishes that protruded out of the minimalistic kitchen.</div>
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It was the perfect way to end our trip, and if you find yourself in Copenhagen anytime soon,</div>
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I highly recommend for you to stop by and try this place for yourself!</div>
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Natasha Contrerashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07507691358965809482noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4564835129676538170.post-81158742022646627132016-01-30T14:11:00.000-08:002016-01-30T14:12:19.056-08:00Copenhagen, Denmark - Part II<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Our first day in Copenhagen was a bit of a whirlwind. </div>
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After circling around the city center and seeing some of the major touristy sites,</div>
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we opted to be a bit more concentrated on the second day.</div>
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We kicked our adventure off with a visit to the <a href="http://www.carlsberggroup.com/Pages/default.aspx">Carlsberg brewery</a>,</div>
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one of Denmark's most famous companies. </div>
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We took a tour, saw a collection of over 22k unopened beer bottles, played with the horses,</div>
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and of course, tasted some beer. </div>
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A well spent couple of hours, I'd say. </div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">How cute is my mom? Life goals.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">His name was Marko.. and I fell in love.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The Swastika is an ancient symbol of prosperity and goodness in Sanskrit.<br />
In 1881 Carl Jacobsen made it the symbol of the beer produced in his brewery 'Ny Carlsberg' which was a competitor to his father's 'Old Carlsberg' brewery.<br />
Carl had a profound interest in ancient Greece and Rome where the symbol was also often used.<br />
In 1940 Carlsberg stopped using the swastika symbol for good.<br />
The symbol can still be seen on the four life-sized stone elephants that stand as the foundation of Carlsberg's iconic Elephant Gates built in 1902. </td></tr>
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From there we stopped by our hotel for a quick lunch at <a href="http://www.sticksnsushi.com/">Sticks'n'Sushi</a>,</div>
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The sushi was alright.. (I'm a bit of a snob, having access to some of the freshest fish in San Diego),</div>
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but the museum and the botanical garden that we checked out was spectacular! </div>
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The Rundetårn is a 17th century tower filled with a variety of exhibitions.</div>
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We happened to stumble upon the history of tattoo artistry, </div>
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The Botanical Garden is located in the centre of Copenhagen and spans an area of 10 hectares.</div>
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It is particularly noted for its extensive complex of historical glasshouses dating from 1874,</div>
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There she is!</div>
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Am I referring to the little mermaid or to myself?</div>
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The signature statue to kick off my overdue post about my visit to Copenhagen last year,</div>
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and myself since I haven't posted anything on this blog in several months.</div>
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Guess life just got in the way. </div>
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Let's talk about Denmark though.</div>
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This country has been on my wanderlist since I realized just how many incredible culinary endeavors are available. </div>
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Ever heard of <i>Nomanomics</i>?</div>
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<a href="http://world.time.com/2013/02/14/nomanomics-how-one-restaurant-is-changing-denmarks-economy/">This article </a>is an oldie but goodie, and is definitely worth a read if you've never heard of <a href="http://noma.dk/">Noma</a>.</div>
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Food aside, (I'll get back to this important topic in my next post),</div>
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Denmark has always intrigued me.</div>
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The country has been ranked at the top of nearly every quality of life survey taken over the past decade.</div>
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What is it about this place that makes everyone so happy?</div>
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After spending a few days there I could definitely see why everyone loves it.</div>
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Copenhagen is straight out of a fairy tale written by Hans Christian Andersen. </div>
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Natasha Contrerashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07507691358965809482noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4564835129676538170.post-71223510973438126912015-10-03T08:23:00.000-07:002015-10-03T08:23:38.869-07:00Painting & Vino<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I never really considered myself a very artistic person...</div>
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But hey, there's this thing called wine,</div>
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and it magically makes everything seem... easier? </div>
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A couple of weeks ago I was invited to try out a <a href="http://paintingandvino.com/">Painting & Vino</a> class,</div>
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and I figured, why not, it would be a fun way to catch up with some girlfriends. </div>
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The concept is pretty straight forward - </div>
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pick a picture of your choice and attend a session that offers it. </div>
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The price of the class includes a step-by-step lesson and all your materials. </div>
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Locations vary, but one thing is constant - wine is plentiful, and typically, there are other great deals on appetizers to keep your strength up while you work on your version of the Sistine Chapel. </div>
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My girlfriends and I opted to paint "<i>Africa at Night</i>" at <a href="http://www.caffebellaitalia.com/">Caffe Bella Italia</a>, when we went. </div>
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The results were honestly a lot better than I expected!</div>
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I painted giraffes you guys! Not one, but two! In the moonlight, no less!</div>
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It was such a fun night - laughing, painting and drinking wine with my friends. </div>
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Want to try it?! I've partnered with <a href="http://paintingandvino.com/">Painting & Vino</a> to offer you a promotion code!</div>
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<b>Use code LOVESD15 for a $20 discount off your next class.</b></div>
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The company also offers private events for a minimum of 15 people,</div>
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so keep that in mind next time you go to plan a birthday party, bridal shower or maybe a corporate event. </div>
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in a blink of an eye, </div>
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autumn is here. </div>
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The temps were in the upper 90s today, </div>
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and it's only supposed to get hotter before the weather starts cooling off. </div>
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But hey, </div>
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I don't mind sipping on my <i>Pumpkin Pisco Sour</i> in a sundress!</div>
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Last week I was invited to sample the flavorful and bountiful flavors of the season at <a href="https://www.seasons52.com/">Seasons 52</a>,</div>
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a fresh grill and wine bar that offers a seasonal menu inspired by the appeal of a local farmer’s market and what’s good now. </div>
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The menu is paired with an ever-changing collection of more than 100 wines, with 52 available by the glass, </div>
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along with exceptional signature handcrafted cocktails. </div>
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Some of my standout favorites were the <i>Organic Sunshine Martini</i> and the <i>Perfect Storm </i>cocktails. </div>
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All the dishes I tried were bursting with flavor, </div>
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but I really liked the <i>Kabocha Squash Ravioli</i>, the <i>Lump Crab Cake</i>,</div>
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and the <i>Lobster & Fresh Mozzarella Flatbread</i>. </div>
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The menu is updated <u>every</u> <u>week</u>, </div>
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so no guarantees that my recommendations will be available when you undoubtedly decide to stop by a location near you.</div>
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there’s always something new and flavorful to discover at <a href="https://www.seasons52.com/">Seasons 52</a>.</div>
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You won't be dissapointed!</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The restaurant features live music at the bar every night! Don't see that very often nowadays. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Kabocha Squash Ravioli - </i>brown butter, walnuts, crispy sage</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Lump Crab Cake - </i>Maryland-style, mustard sauce.<br />You guys, this was ALL MEAT. No funny business with these cakes. So good!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Oak-Grilled Rack of Lamb - </i>caramelized root vegetables, Yukon mash, pomegranate sauce,<br />with an accompaniment of <i>Caramelized Sea Scallops</i></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Oh and the dessert part is fun, and I'm not even a sweets person!<br />They bring out everything at once and go through every option until you're frantically searching for your napkin to wipe the drool off your face.<br />I opted for the cannoli, which was so creamy I almost DIED.<br />The portions are all squeezed into a shot glass so although filling,<br />these little guys are not big enough to make you feel guilty about indulging. </td></tr>
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Have you seen that meme that goes a little something like this:</div>
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"*eats a salad one time* I am honestly the most pure being on this earth. I can feel the toxins escaping my body right in this moment. health is a lifestyle."</div>
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Or better yet, all the vegan jokes going around social media for the past... idk, decade?</div>
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I like this one:</div>
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*someone starts having a heart attack*</div>
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person: is anyone here a doctor?</div>
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vegan: I'm a vegan.</div>
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Whhyyyyyyyyy? </div>
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I know why. </div>
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Because you go to a place like <a href="http://cafegratitude.com/">Café Gratitude</a>,</div>
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eat the most amazing vegan dishes,</div>
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and feel pure af. </div>
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I'm a carnivore, by the way. </div>
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Did I mention that?</div>
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So when I got invited to a media dinner at the newly opened <a href="http://cafegratitude.com/">Café Gratitude,</a></div>
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I was like... wait.. so no meat? </div>
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Okay. But what if I don't like it? </div>
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Well. I went. I tasted. And I LOVED it. </div>
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The charismatic head chef Dreux Ellis brought out dish after dish of raw, delicious goodness. </div>
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I am abundant.</div>
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I am flourishing. </div>
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I am transformed!</div>
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All dishes are always plant-based and 100% organic. </div>
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I'm talking even the spices.</div>
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It's pretty incredible, and, no pun intended,</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>I am celebrating</i> - two collard spring rolls, daikon and wakame filling, carrots, sunflower sprouts, avocado, Japanese pickled vegetables, wasabi and thai almond dipping sauces</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>I am abundant</i> - sicilian antipasto plate, cultured cashew academia cheese with saffron, preserved lemon and sundries tomato, eggplant caponata, bistro pickled vegetables with germinate, fennel salad with green olives, toasted almonds and smoked salt, toasted gluten-free sourdough baguette & gluten-free crackers. Wowza!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>I am flourishing </i>- braised asparagus arancine, arborio rice, braised asparagus, cashew mozzarella, gremolata, basil hempseed pesto oil, arugula.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>I am dynamic -</i> yam cauliflower chaat, two whole wheat samosas, roasted garnet yam and cauliflower filling, kale, chana masala, tomato, housemate beagle gram masala, coconut mint chutney, spicy tomato jam</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Owner Ryland Engelhart sharing with us the story behind the restaurant. So inspiring!<br />Really makes you think... is the glass half empty or half full?</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>I am bountiful -</i> quinoa pasta, braised cherry tomatoes, roasted marinated eggplant, green olives, capers, raisins, brazil nut parmesan, wild arugula, fresh basil. This was AMAZING!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">BEST LEMONADE I'VE EVER TRIED: <i>elevated</i> - rose water lemonade</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>I am warm-hearted</i> - grilled polenta, braised summer squash, sautéed kale, roasted tomatillo sauce, salsa verde, cashed queso fresco, spicy pipits, chopped scallions, cilantro</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">And dessert! Explain how they made raw food taste like key lime pie? Avocados?<br />Mind. Blown. </td></tr>
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Natasha Contrerashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07507691358965809482noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4564835129676538170.post-925293922829125912015-08-05T21:16:00.000-07:002015-08-05T21:16:07.747-07:00Riga, Latvia - Part II<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Although I was only in Latvia for a few days,</div>
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I was able to squeeze in plenty of amazing experiences. </div>
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Logistically speaking, it's really easy to get around. </div>
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City center is a quick 15 minute drive from the airport. </div>
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We opted to stay at the <a href="http://www.radissonblu.com/ridzenehotel-riga">Radisson Blu Ridzene Hotel</a> in Riga,</div>
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and honestly, it was perfect for our needs.</div>
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Walking distance to all the major attractions,</div>
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this five star hotel is not only affordable (by american standards), but also comfortable,</div>
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and as a bonus, it offers a delectable breakfast buffet. </div>
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Highly recommend!</div>
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After checking out Riga's city center on the first day, </div>
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we decided to head out of town. </div>
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Destination: Jūrmala.</div>
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Located 25 kilometers west of Riga, </div>
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this seaside town is a popular getaway for most locals. </div>
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We wandered the beaches and checked out the romantic Art Nouveau architecture before heading back for dinner. </div>
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Speaking of dinner... every meal we had in Latvia was SO good!</div>
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From pickled herring, to lamb shanks to suckling pork knuckles,</div>
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every dish left us stuffed yet drooling for more. </div>
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In fact I'm drooling just thinking about it now. </div>
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Natasha Contrerashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07507691358965809482noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4564835129676538170.post-88281442013060018682015-08-02T13:02:00.000-07:002015-08-02T13:02:02.790-07:00Bracero Cocina De Raiz<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I love Mexican food. </div>
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It has saved my life plenty of times.. </div>
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Seriously, is there anything better than carne asada fries after a night full of bad decisions? </div>
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No. </div>
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The selection of taco shops around San Diego is plentiful,</div>
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and I'd be happy to list out my top five picks for burrito providers if anyone is interested. </div>
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But Mexican food is not all about California burritos. </div>
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There has been a tremendous amount of culinary talent rising up in Baja,</div>
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and luckily, many of those Latin chefs are bringing their gifts across the border.</div>
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San Diego has been eagerly waiting for chef Javier Plascencia to unveil <a href="http://bracerococina.com/">Bracero Cocina De Raiz</a>,</div>
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since his first local eatery, <a href="http://romescomexmed.com/">Romesco</a>, has been filling our bellies with yummy tapas for the past 10 years.</div>
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Bracero opened its doors in Little Italy last month,</div>
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and has been getting rave reviews since. </div>
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I stopped by yesterday to commemorate the first day of lunch service. </div>
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Really loved the vibe - the focus of the first level is definitely on the bar,</div>
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offering craft beer from Mexico and San Diego,</div>
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as well as some spirited cocktails, such as the <i>Agua Chile</i>, my personal favorite. </div>
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The food is outstanding! </div>
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I really appreciated the large emphasis on seafood for the small plates. </div>
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The <i>Albacore Two Ways </i>seems to be one of the most popular choices,</div>
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and for good reason. </div>
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The texture and flavor combos were just perfect for a nice summer lunch on the patio. </div>
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And let me tell you, that <i>"Sabina Bandera" Tostada </i>pictured above is loaded with amazing fresh ingredients, </div>
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including but not limited to uni (!!!) and corvina ceviche. </div>
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Can we say YUM?</div>
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All in all, Bracero is definitely making a statement, </div>
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and I'm looking forward to coming back as soon as the second floor opens to the public in a few weeks. </div>
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So here's a fun game to play...</div>
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next time someone asks you where you're going for vacation, </div>
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tell them - Riga... Latvia. </div>
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Pause for reaction. </div>
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My guess is that more than half of the people you say this to will be confused. </div>
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I can't blame them. </div>
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There are 195 countries in the world. I don't expect people to be able to name them all. I certainly couldn't. </div>
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<i>I had to google that by the way. <insert wide-eyed emoji here> For some reason I thought there were more than that. </i></div>
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The point is, that I spent a few days in Riga, Latvia last month, </div>
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and it was amazing. </div>
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And I want to tell everyone about it so that you don't have to be startled the next time someone tells you they're going there,</div>
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or better yet,</div>
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so you can get it on your radar and eventually visit it yourself.</div>
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So a couple of fun facts about this place:</div>
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-Latvia declared independence from the Soviet Union in 1991.</div>
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-Riga is the capital, and dates back to at least the 12th century.</div>
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-Latvia is one of the three Baltic States, and has land borders with Estonia, Russia, Belarus and Lithuania. </div>
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-The official language is Latvian, however a lot of people speak Russian and English.</div>
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My other impressions of my time spent in Riga?</div>
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This place is absolutely gorgeous!</div>
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The city is well known for its Art Nouveau architecture. </div>
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Its old town is filled with such buildings, and has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its architecture, </div>
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much of which dates back to the late 1800s and early 1900s.</div>
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I honestly just loved everything about this place.</div>
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The pictures just don't do it justice.. you really need to check it out with your own eyeballs. And nose. And mouth. </div>
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Natasha Contrerashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07507691358965809482noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4564835129676538170.post-84145448365262770522015-07-16T22:36:00.000-07:002015-07-16T22:36:53.323-07:00Patron Secret Society Dinner <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I often get asked if I get paid to blog,</div>
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and my answer typically confuses people. </div>
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"No? Then why do you do it?"</div>
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Hmmm... tougher question. </div>
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Yet I've thought about it enough over the past couple of years that I think I know the answer. </div>
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My blog is my creative outlet, but that's not the only reason why I do it. </div>
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This site has opened so many doors for me and introduced me to numerous amazing people. </div>
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It has given me the opportunity to document all the things that I love to do:</div>
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eating, traveling and partaking in experiences that I'll look back on years from now and smile about.</div>
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Last week I got the chance to attend an event that set the bar pretty high. </div>
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It all started with a simple email titled "Join Us: Exclusive Patrón Tequila Secret Dining Society Event". </div>
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My eyes lit up and my heart started beating a little faster as I clicked through to read the rest of the message. </div>
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It just kept getting better. </div>
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Inside was a note inviting me to an event from a series of exclusive Patrón-sponsored dinners that were held in "unforgettable locations" and featured top culinary and mixologist talent. </div>
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While majority of the details were to remain a secret until the day of the event,</div>
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I was pleased to read that the hosts for the evening were two of my favorite industry leaders in San Diego. </div>
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You probably already guessed it, but it's true,</div>
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I was among 40 lucky foodies that would get to experience a stunning multi-course dinner prepared by none other than </div>
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Chef Brian Malarkey and Mixologist Lucien Conner. </div>
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SOLD. </div>
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The event was scheduled for a night during Comicon weekend,</div>
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one of the busiest times of the year in San Diego. </div>
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It was also appropriately themed, featuring the super heroes of the secret dining society.</div>
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With little more than a meeting location and time, </div>
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I showed up ready to be surprised and delighted by night full off twists, turns and lots of tequila. </div>
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After a quick scavenger hunt around the Santa Fe train station, </div>
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my dining companions and I gathered inside the lobby of the <a href="https://www.mcasd.org/visit/hours-admissions">Museum of Contemporary Art,</a></div>
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where the cocktails started flowing and didn't stop till much, much later. </div>
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A quick meet and greet with the other guests was interrupted by a fairy that proceeded to lead the eager group across the rails to board the Patrón Express. </div>
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The next several hours float by like a dream. </div>
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As I step aboard the gorgeous private railcar, I'm greeted with yet another cocktail and a platter of uni. </div>
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Stop. It's already too good. </div>
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Yeah right. By this time I'm wishing this experience would never have to end!</div>
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I feel breathless as I take in the opulence of my surroundings. </div>
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The train has three staterooms, a master suite, a dining room, a vast kitchen and an observation room,</div>
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and all of it is dripping in velvet and gold. </div>
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I feel right at home.</div>
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As everyone finds their seats along the beautifully decorated table,</div>
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I still can't believe that I'm part of this company. </div>
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Our hosts welcome us as we get comfortable, </div>
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and proceed to present course after course of beautifully crafted dishes that are paired with extraordinary Patrón cocktails. </div>
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Everything was so perfect,</div>
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and the chef coming around and personally shaving truffles onto our final course was just the cherry on top. </div>
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after feasting for hours, our plump (and buzzed) group is escorted back to solid ground for a dessert & cocktail party. </div>
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And there under the cover of darkness, while the DJ plays sultry music and tequila continues to flow down my throat,</div>
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Natasha Contrerashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07507691358965809482noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4564835129676538170.post-65149801727153156962015-07-05T10:03:00.000-07:002015-07-05T10:03:12.383-07:00Stockholm, Sweden - Part II<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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As promised, </div>
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here's part two of my Swedish photo diary. </div>
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This time, we circled around central Stockholm,</div>
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stopping by the market to grab some picnic necessities, </div>
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and checking out the gym where Crown Princess Victoria met her now husband Daniel Westling.</div>
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Are you familiar with the story?</div>
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Vic was apparently bored with the workout facilities at the royal palace,</div>
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so she joined <a href="http://www.balancetraining.se/">Balance gym</a>, enlisted her future husband as her personal trainer, and the rest is history. </div>
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Well if that's not motivation to work out more, I don't know what is. </div>
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We also stopped by the Stockholm concert hall,</div>
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which is where the Nobel Prize awards for physics, chemistry, medicine, literature, and economic sciences are handed out every year on December 10th.</div>
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Have you ever wondered why there is no prize for mathematics?</div>
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To be honest the thought never crossed my mind, </div>
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but I'd like to share the reason with you anyway, since I found it to be quite amusing. </div>
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You see, Alfred Nobel was married once... </div>
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He was a smart man, and he knew how to hold a grudge. </div>
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Poor thing was so heartbroken when his wife left him for another man, that he never fully recovered. </div>
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Never remarried either, and instead put his life into his work. </div>
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So what does this all have to do with mathematics? </div>
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Well it just so happens that the man who stole Alfred's wife happened to be a mathematician,</div>
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so you do the math. </div>
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That afternoon we decided to take the ferry over from Slussen to Djurgården,</div>
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an island that's home to historical buildings and monuments, museums, galleries, the amusement park <a href="http://www.gronalund.com/en/">Gröna Lund</a>, the open-air museum <a href="http://www.skansen.se/sv">Skansen</a>, the small residential area Djurgårdsstaden, yacht harbours, and extensive stretches of forest and meadows.</div>
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It must have been the kid in me, but one of my favorite museums we visited there is the <a href="http://www.junibacken.se/lang/english">Junibacken</a>,</div>
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a children's museum that is devoted to children's literature, but especially to Astrid Lindgren, </div>
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who is best known for writing <i>Pippi Longstocking</i>, <i>Karlsson-on-the-Roof</i>, and the <i>Six Bullerby Children</i>.</div>
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After all that walking I was extremely excited for our dinner reservations at <a href="http://ekstedt.nu/">Ekstedt</a>,</div>
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a Michelin star restaurant owned by the inventive and laid-back top TV Swedish Chef Niklas Ekstedt. </div>
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The young chef takes it back to basics by ditching electricity and gas in favor of burning wood as the only heat source in the kitchen. </div>
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All food is cooked directly over the flames of a fire pit, </div>
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and in fact, the only thing powered by electricity in the kitchen is the ice cream machine. </div>
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Diners choose between a four or a seven course tasting menu,</div>
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and to be honest, I was slightly hesitant at first...</div>
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Would multiple courses filled with smokey flavor be too much?</div>
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It definitely was <u>not</u> too much, and I am so glad that we checked it out. </div>
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The menu changes rather frequently to keep up with the seasonal favorites,</div>
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but one thing remains constant - every course is delicious. </div>
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My personal favorites of the night were the <i>hay flamed sweetbreads</i> and the <i>flambeéd peach, doughnut and salt caramel ice-cream.</i> </div>
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Highly recommend a visit next time you're in Stockholm!</div>
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Natasha Contrerashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07507691358965809482noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4564835129676538170.post-49406957316576075902015-06-26T22:21:00.000-07:002015-06-26T22:21:06.881-07:00Stockholm, Sweden - Part I<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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It's been nearly a month since my mom and I departed to explore around Scandinavia.</div>
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Out first destination?</div>
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Stockholm, Sweden. </div>
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To be honest, I wasn't sure what to expect..</div>
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Beautiful blonde people of viking descent? Lisbeth Salander? Ikea on every corner?</div>
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All I know is that Stockholm exceeded my expectations,</div>
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and I couldn't help but fall in love with this beautiful city. </div>
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We stayed at the <a href="http://www.sheratonstockholm.com/?PS=LGEN_AA_DEMA_CGGL_TPRP&SWAQ=7M96">Sheraton Stockholm hotel</a>, </div>
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which was a standard business hotel, but it was situated in the perfect location - </div>
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right between the entrance to the Old Town (Gamla Stan), and the rest of the city center. </div>
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As expected, our first day was kind of a wash.. </div>
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the older I get, the harder it is to bounce back from an 11 hour flight and hit the town running. </div>
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So we settled for a leisurely stroll around our hotel to scope out the surroundings. </div>
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First impression?</div>
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I have to admit, the climate kind of threw me off.</div>
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We were in Stockholm during the first week of June, </div>
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and the weather felt more like... winter, by San Diego standards at least. </div>
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Windy and drizzly throughout most of the day,</div>
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which seemed to last for-ev-er, </div>
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considering that the sun rose around 4 am, and set no earlier than 11 pm. </div>
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Midsummer is celebrated for a reason here, </div>
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since at least half of the year is spent in darkness,</div>
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and it's truly a perfect time to be a tourist in this part of the world. </div>
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Another impression? </div>
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The food is so delicious! </div>
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Of course I had to try out the traditional Swedish meatballs as one of my first meals,</div>
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accompanied by an assortment of delicious side salads that are included for free during lunchtime at <a href="http://www.restaurangagaton.se/en">Agaton</a>. </div>
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Oh and the bread! Oh my the bread. </div>
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You must try Swedish rye bread,</div>
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because it's really not bread, but rather thinly sliced carrot cake. Drool.</div>
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On our second day in Stockholm, we woke up to a rather gloomy morning,</div>
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so we decided to hideout inside <a href="http://fotografiska.eu/en/">Fotografiska</a>, </div>
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Stockholm's museum of photography.</div>
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Again, I wasn't sure what to expect... a history of film development? 50 generations of the Canon camera?</div>
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I was pleasantly surprised at the lighthearted, and sometimes comedic aspect of the exhibitions offered. </div>
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Also, there is a restaurant upstairs that offers stunning views of Stockholm,</div>
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and in my mind, is the perfect representation of Swedish style. </div>
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Luckily the weather cleared up in the early afternoon, </div>
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and we were able to join the <a href="http://freetourstockholm.com/">Stockholm free walking tour</a>,</div>
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which took us all around the Old Town for about 2.5 hours. </div>
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I've mentioned my love for walking tours in some of my previous travel posts,</div>
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and this one was no exception. </div>
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I feel like it's a great way to learn about the city that you're visiting and meet some new people!</div>
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One of the "must-do" attractions in Stockholm is the <a href="http://www.icebarstockholm.se/">Ice Bar</a>. </div>
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A total tourist trap, I admit, </div>
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but nevertheless, something that I've been waiting to check off my bucket list.</div>
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It's a little funny to me that this place is so popular,</div>
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considering that drinking in Sweden is not.. alcohol is NOT cheap or easily to come by in this country,</div>
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something to take note off and mitigate at the duty free if you're heading over there any time soon. </div>
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Anyway, the Ice Bar was pretty awesome, and I'm really glad we went. </div>
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The purchase of a ticket includes entry into the bar, along with rental of a cozy parka <i>(seriously necessary)</i>, </div>
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and a signature Absolut cocktail made by a Swedish hunk. </div>
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Okay.. that last part may not be included depending on who's working.. we just happened to get lucky. </div>
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I know this is photo overkill,</div>
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Natasha Contrerashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07507691358965809482noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4564835129676538170.post-15967067123637540252015-06-14T10:56:00.000-07:002015-06-14T10:56:46.681-07:00In Love With..<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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-just got back from Europe and I can't wait to share some travel photos and tips from the places I visited. It was a quickie this time... my mom and I explored around Sweden, Latvia and Denmark in a period of 8 days. Now that's what I call fast and furious. </div>
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-I turned 29 this week, and although I've been pretty jet-lagged, I still managed to try out some new restaurants and bars that I highly recommend:</div>
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-<a href="http://wnlhosp.com/our-restaurants/catania/">Catania</a> is the newest member of the Whisknladle Hospitality Group, and offers yummy Coastal Italian cuisine in the heart of La Jolla. My bestie and I enjoyed a bottle of rosé and the Margherita pizza on their patio, and it was quite a pleasant experience. </div>
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-Also stopped by to play some games and ingest some cocktails at <a href="http://parkandrecsd.com/">Park & Rec</a>, an indoor/outdoor bar that took over the space abandoned by <i>Bourbon Street</i> in University Heights. It's totally hipster, meaning it's super cute, and it may just be my new favorite place for craft cocktails. </div>
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-spent the day at the <a href="http://www.oysterfestsd.com/">Oysterfest</a> yesterday which consisted of beer, music, oysters and some more beer right on the Embarcadero. All in all a shucking good time. Speaking of which, I walked away with a new hoodie made by <a href="http://www.awshucksapparel.com/#top">Aw Shucks Apparel</a>, and it's seriously the softest thing ever! I'm kind of obsessed, and consider myself a lucky mother shucker for finding it. </div>
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-have you guys been watching <i>Game of Thrones </i>this season? I feel like it dragged ooooonnnnn for 7 whole episodes and then BAM! The last two have been crazy action packed. I don't even know if I can handle the finale tonight.. but I am super excited for <i>True Detective </i>to start. What other shows are you guys watching? Tell me! It's been a long time since I binged on something GOOD.</div>
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You know why I love instagram?</div>
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It's for very similar reasons as to why I took up blogging - </div>
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it's nice to have a record of some of my favorite times in life, </div>
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nicely organized in chronological order.</div>
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Every once in a while I scroll through my feed and smirk at how much has changed over the past several years, </div>
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I may not be into club hopping every weekend any more, </div>
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but I still cherish nights out with my ladies.</div>
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Nowadays, we'd much rather go out to a nice dinner and enjoy a few glasses of wine than get crazy on the dance floor,</div>
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and it seems like some of the industry leaders in San Diego are heading in a similar direction.</div>
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A few weeks ago we checked out <a href="http://www.rusticroot.com/">Rustic Root</a>,</div>
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a new Gaslamp staple, brought to you by the <a href="http://rmdgroupsd.com/">RMD Group</a>.</div>
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The company, which owns some of the biggest night spots in San Diego <i>(Fluxx & Sidebar)</i>,</div>
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has recently opened <a href="http://www.donchido.com/">Don Chido</a> <i>(mentioned in <a href="http://www.inlovewithsandiego.com/2015/05/in-love-with.html">this post</a>)</i> and says they don't plan to open more clubs in San Diego,</div>
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Something I can really get behind, because if the first two restaurants tell us anything,</div>
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there are only good things to come. </div>
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Rustic Root showcases a dynamic menu of rustic American cuisine, </div>
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with a spotlight on locally sourced meats, produce, seafood, and house-made ingredients. </div>
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In other words, it's a smorgasbord of great flavors. </div>
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We ordered a bunch of dishes and shared them family style,</div>
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which worked out great for a group of six girls. </div>
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My favorites of the night were the <i>Carnitas Bao Bao Sliders</i> - so much flavor with each bite!!</div>
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The decor is quirky and modern,</div>
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and I'm so excited to check out the rooftop patio that will be unveiled in June!</div>
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It will be perfect for the summer,</div>
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and for that matter, all year round, since San Diego continues to spoil us with glorious weather no matter the season. </div>
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