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Planning your visit to Sonoma "County"? This might help.

Last post by Merrill Lindquist « July 25th, 2022, 9:09 am
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by Brian Tuite » March 26th, 2014, 2:38 pm
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Sonoma County, or Sonoma as it is regularly referred to on the wine boards, is a very large area spread over nearly 1,800 sq/mi and incorporating 16...
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Last post by Merrill Lindquist
July 25th, 2022, 9:09 am
Wine Shop Recommendations - Local

Last post by Giorgi Marshania « May 7th, 2022, 11:07 am
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by M. M c C a l l » April 21st, 2009, 5:22 pm
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When I travel, I always want to know two things: what's the BYO policy, and where can I stop in to pick up a nice bottle of wine?

Please use this...
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Last post by Giorgi Marshania
May 7th, 2022, 11:07 am
Seattle restaurant update needed.

Last post by bradkaplan « August 8th, 2022, 4:17 pm
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by alan weinberg » February 14th, 2022, 8:07 am

daughter visiting a friend. Wondering re restaurants. Need advice.

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Last post by bradkaplan
August 8th, 2022, 4:17 pm
Visit to Madeira

Last post by Eric Ifune « August 8th, 2022, 3:08 pm
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by Daniel Mattisson » November 13th, 2018, 5:34 pm

Our family will be in Madeira next week, and I would love some recommendations on wineries to visit as well as restaurants. I'm traveling with a 5...

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Last post by Eric Ifune
August 8th, 2022, 3:08 pm
Best Napa Restaurants now?

Last post by Mark Citrone « August 8th, 2022, 1:44 pm
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by Tom K. » July 29th, 2022, 8:22 pm

Ok, the king is TFL, but any others? I hear Meadowood is re-opening soon?

TFL was the best I have had, never got to the old Meadowood, I come from...

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Last post by Mark Citrone
August 8th, 2022, 1:44 pm
Berlin recommendations?

Last post by K N Haque « August 8th, 2022, 1:37 pm
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by Kevin Sidders » March 19th, 2019, 12:58 am

Heading to Berlin for a couple of days following ProWein. Have a few restaurant tips already, but would welcome the accumulated knowledge of the...

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Last post by K N Haque
August 8th, 2022, 1:37 pm
Where to stay in Mosel River Valley area

Last post by Joe Dulworth « August 8th, 2022, 7:25 am
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by Dave H. » January 2nd, 2020, 4:07 pm

Hi, I've got a trip coming up to Germany and Alsace in October. I have a couple of days planned in the Mosel Valley. My primary interests are wine,...

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Last post by Joe Dulworth
August 8th, 2022, 7:25 am
Eating and Drinking in Paris

Last post by Barry L i p t o n « August 8th, 2022, 1:07 am
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by Robert Dentice » July 1st, 2015, 1:35 am
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Boutique yam'Tcha - stopped by on our first day and had buns and tea. This is in the old space and only serves buns. Fantastic.

Miznon - Nice...
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Last post by Barry L i p t o n
August 8th, 2022, 1:07 am
Milan Restaurant Recco

Last post by IlkkaL « August 8th, 2022, 12:03 am
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by F.Daner » July 4th, 2022, 7:35 am

We've got one night in Milano this week. I've been through prior threads and looks like Ratana has been one of the board picks but they are booked....

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Last post by IlkkaL
August 8th, 2022, 12:03 am
New York City Restaurants

Last post by P. Dias « August 7th, 2022, 6:01 pm
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by Robert Dentice » February 5th, 2014, 1:50 pm
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I thought I would start a thread dedicated to NYC restaurants.

2013 has been the best year for restaurant openings since 2004. And this expansion...
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Last post by P. Dias
August 7th, 2022, 6:01 pm
Umbria and adriatic

Last post by Ian Sutton « August 7th, 2022, 5:23 pm
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by David T » August 7th, 2022, 8:38 am

Hi all,
Considering a week trip via flight to Rome. I’ve been to Orvieto and points north prior, since I don’t have a lot of time, I was considering...

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Last post by Ian Sutton
August 7th, 2022, 5:23 pm
SW France Trip

Last post by John Osburn « August 7th, 2022, 2:58 pm
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by LoriMcLaughlin » March 20th, 2017, 12:04 pm

Planning a fall trip to the SW - have been to Bordeaux, Rocamadour, and Eugenie-les-Bains, but haven't explored the Perigord and Gascony to a greater...

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Last post by John Osburn
August 7th, 2022, 2:58 pm
Madrid, San Sebastián, Bordeaux

Last post by jordan whitehead « August 7th, 2022, 2:48 pm
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by jordan whitehead » July 30th, 2022, 12:41 am

Loved the trip so much last summer, repeating it now. Just arrived Madrid

3nt Madrid
4nt San Sebastián
4nt Bordeaux
1nt London on the way back...

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Last post by jordan whitehead
August 7th, 2022, 2:48 pm
ISO great itinerary for South of France -Provence - Aude - Languedoc

Last post by LoriMcLaughlin « August 7th, 2022, 10:35 am

by LoriMcLaughlin » August 7th, 2022, 10:35 am

Thinking about a trip for spring 2023 back to France. Trying to tie in a 10 night trip, fly in/out CDG, TGV to Aix or Marseilles, back to Paris for...

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Last post by LoriMcLaughlin
August 7th, 2022, 10:35 am
Hawaiian island to visit

Last post by Stan Y. « August 6th, 2022, 8:32 pm
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by Paul M c C 0 u r t » October 20th, 2019, 12:45 am
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Been to Oahu and Maui. Going to be back to Maui with a group of friends in July but looking to tack on a few days with just the wife. Would like to...
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Last post by Stan Y.
August 6th, 2022, 8:32 pm
Washington DC restaurant recommendations

Last post by Hank Victor « August 6th, 2022, 1:10 pm
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by Nate Simon » March 22nd, 2022, 11:25 am

Will be staying in DC for a few days. Looking for places with good wine selection (obviously food is important as well). Staying near the National...

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Last post by Hank Victor
August 6th, 2022, 1:10 pm
Restaurants near the Intercontinental in Montreal

Last post by SZZimmermann « August 6th, 2022, 10:19 am
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by Paul Flynn » July 29th, 2022, 12:30 pm

I've been to Montreal a bazillion times but not since Covid. We're going up at the beginning of September with another couple and I was wondering if...

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Last post by SZZimmermann
August 6th, 2022, 10:19 am
Southeast Phoenix Area Restaurants

Last post by Ryan A « August 5th, 2022, 11:23 pm
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by MMunger » August 3rd, 2022, 6:35 pm

Living in Seattle over the years we have traveled to the Phoenix/Scottsdale area somewhat frequently and have gone to most of the popular better...

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Last post by Ryan A
August 5th, 2022, 11:23 pm
Napa These Days - Been A While....

Last post by JL1u « August 5th, 2022, 11:13 pm
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by Tom K. » July 16th, 2022, 10:25 pm

It's been a while since I have been to Napa (2017) and that was just 1 day on a stopover as I was headed elsewhere. The last time for a few days was...

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Last post by JL1u
August 5th, 2022, 11:13 pm
Pergola *** Rome - wine list

Last post by Ian Sutton « August 5th, 2022, 11:01 am
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by Asger L a r s e n » August 3rd, 2020, 5:19 am

Hi all,

spend some time browsing the wine list before choosing. Just wanted to share my shortlist if you should find yourself in this amazing...

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Last post by Ian Sutton
August 5th, 2022, 11:01 am
A few nights Hudson Valley (Stone Ridge) - looking for dinner recs

Last post by ybarselah « August 4th, 2022, 8:49 am
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by ybarselah » June 23rd, 2022, 8:58 am

Staying at Hasbrouck House in Stone Ridge. Looking for 2 or 3 nice meals (not fancy, but ideally seasonal and decent cooking, byo obviously a huge...

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Last post by ybarselah
August 4th, 2022, 8:49 am
Duty Free

Last post by Chris S p i k e s « August 4th, 2022, 8:10 am
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by Michael Bowden » June 13th, 2016, 6:14 am

I as unsure on location to post this topic (here vs. Asylum).....but anyways...

Is there any reason for duty free? More so in the traveling from...

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Last post by Chris S p i k e s
August 4th, 2022, 8:10 am
Eating and Drinking in Los Angeles

Last post by Adam G « August 2nd, 2022, 6:36 pm
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by Robert Dentice » January 4th, 2016, 11:46 am
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I go to Los Angeles 4 or 5 times per year and admittedly I have been hyper-critical of the food scene. Keep in mind I live in NYC and dine there...
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Last post by Adam G
August 2nd, 2022, 6:36 pm
Willamette Valley Tasting Trip in Fall

Last post by Charles P. « August 2nd, 2022, 9:50 am

by Charles P. » August 2nd, 2022, 9:50 am

My wife and I are planning our first trip to Willamette Valley this fall. We’re planning to stay in McMinnville for three days. No tastings have been...

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Last post by Charles P.
August 2nd, 2022, 9:50 am
Wine bars and nightlife in Barcelona?

Last post by TR Barry « August 1st, 2022, 1:23 pm
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by jprusack » July 12th, 2022, 8:58 pm

will be in town for a quick trip after some days of cycling and beach in costa brava. i have reservations at besta which came recommended but can any...

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Last post by TR Barry
August 1st, 2022, 1:23 pm
Copenhagen and Amsterdam recommendations

Last post by L. Bryant « July 31st, 2022, 5:04 pm
Replies: 13
by J. Galang » March 9th, 2022, 11:29 pm

Did a search but most entries are 4 to 5 years old. Looking for current restaurant, wine bar, wine shop and bakery recommendations. Would also...

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Last post by L. Bryant
July 31st, 2022, 5:04 pm
Trip Report - Rome June 2022

Last post by Faryan Amir-Ghassemi « July 31st, 2022, 12:17 pm
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by JackW e i s s b e r g » July 17th, 2022, 4:27 pm

I've really benefitted from all of the knowledge and travel experience over the many years of posts on the board, so I hope some words on our recent...

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Last post by Faryan Amir-Ghassemi
July 31st, 2022, 12:17 pm
Private Burgundy Wine Tour

Last post by Mike Reff « July 31st, 2022, 8:27 am
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by Don C » February 12th, 2019, 3:31 pm

I am looking for a private Burgundy tour guide that may have connections to get into some better wineries. Any recommendations?

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Last post by Mike Reff
July 31st, 2022, 8:27 am
Hiring a driver/car for one day trip in Tuscany

Last post by Lonnie F. « July 30th, 2022, 11:51 am

by Lonnie F. » July 30th, 2022, 11:51 am

I am taking my family to Italy. While in Florence, I would like to hire a driver to take us on the following itinerary.

Leave Florence
Late-ish...

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Last post by Lonnie F.
July 30th, 2022, 11:51 am
Freddy’s Steakburger > In-N-Out, and it ain’t close!

Last post by Tom G l a s g o w « July 30th, 2022, 6:49 am
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by Glenn L e v i n e » July 25th, 2022, 6:21 pm

That is all.

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Last post by Tom G l a s g o w
July 30th, 2022, 6:49 am
winery visits in Vancouver

Last post by Tom G l a s g o w « July 28th, 2022, 8:36 pm
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by stewart lancaster » July 25th, 2022, 1:02 pm

Going on an Alaskan cruise in about 10 days. Finishing in Vancouver where we will have two days. Any recs on dining and wineries or tasting rooms in...

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Last post by Tom G l a s g o w
July 28th, 2022, 8:36 pm
London Special Occasion Restaurant

Last post by Mikko Tuomi « July 28th, 2022, 6:48 pm
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by Jud Reis » April 29th, 2022, 2:26 pm
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Last post by Mikko Tuomi
July 28th, 2022, 6:48 pm
Business Dinner in Boston?

Last post by Mike Cohen « July 28th, 2022, 8:20 am
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by Sarah Kirschbaum » June 17th, 2022, 8:08 am

I have a last minute business dinner in Boston this coming Monday. 5 of us, preferably in the Seaport area. Someplace not challenging, but good food,...

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Last post by Mike Cohen
July 28th, 2022, 8:20 am
La tache cheaper in restaurant than retail why?

Last post by Gary Fordyce « July 27th, 2022, 10:18 pm
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by Yao Xing » October 30th, 2021, 8:03 am

Bump into a restaurant with 2014 DRC La Tache for $2600 and WS for $5000
Why sometime restaurants price are cheaper than retail ,even in auction la...

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Last post by Gary Fordyce
July 27th, 2022, 10:18 pm
Chicago Restaurant Thread

Last post by PatrickW « July 27th, 2022, 6:18 pm
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I thought it made sense to have a catchall thread to post about interesting restaurants in town, whether or not they BYO.

Speaking of...

I was able...
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Last post by PatrickW
July 27th, 2022, 6:18 pm
Rome Restaurants with outdoor seating

Last post by JackW e i s s b e r g « July 26th, 2022, 8:27 pm
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by ndogwill » May 30th, 2022, 6:55 pm

We'll be in Rome at the end of June and looking for great restaurants that have outdoor seating. Any recommendations? Thank you!

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Last post by JackW e i s s b e r g
July 26th, 2022, 8:27 pm
Trip Report: Unusual Itinerary in Napa

Last post by Rick Allen « July 26th, 2022, 3:01 pm
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by Sean T. » June 21st, 2022, 7:15 am

A few weeks behind on this one, but I’m just getting settled back in. This was an unusual itinerary for me as I wouldn’t normally choose to taste at...

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Last post by Rick Allen
July 26th, 2022, 3:01 pm
European Concert Ticket Broker?

Last post by David Pope « July 26th, 2022, 1:41 pm
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by A. Mishaan » July 26th, 2022, 8:42 am

Seems like a weird request in the internet age, but we're curious about doing a trip to Northern Europe next summer, including going to see...

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Last post by David Pope
July 26th, 2022, 1:41 pm
Airport reports (Global

Last post by Jay $$ Winton « July 26th, 2022, 10:40 am
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by Ramon C » June 21st, 2022, 7:34 am

Travelled to Lisbon (Jan), LHR and Dublin (Mar), and Geneva/Madrid (Jun); returned to NYC/JFK.

All immigration and security lines have gotten much,...

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Last post by Jay $$ Winton
July 26th, 2022, 10:40 am
Mexico City?

Last post by Pete Vungoc « July 25th, 2022, 8:21 pm
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by Glenn L e v i n e » June 23rd, 2015, 6:22 pm

Recommendations anyone? We are kicking around a few days end of Feb 2016 for anniversary as we never get enough city time, and yet can't really leave...

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Last post by Pete Vungoc
July 25th, 2022, 8:21 pm
Any suggestions for Portland, Maine?

Last post by Dan Kravitz « July 25th, 2022, 9:52 am
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by B. Davies » July 22nd, 2022, 10:57 am

Maybe a wine store as well to pick up a bottle of champagne.

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Last post by Dan Kravitz
July 25th, 2022, 9:52 am
East End (Long Island) restaurant recommendations

Last post by Stan Y. « July 24th, 2022, 7:16 pm
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by Stan Y. » July 23rd, 2022, 6:28 am

My daughter is in a music program on Shelter Island this summer. We're thinking about going up to visit; are there any places out that way to eat at...

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Last post by Stan Y.
July 24th, 2022, 7:16 pm
Anyone Flown to Portugal Recently?

Last post by Sarah Kirschbaum « July 24th, 2022, 5:29 pm
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by Sarah Kirschbaum » June 8th, 2022, 4:45 pm

I'm heading to Spain, but entering through Portugal. The COVID entry requirements are not clear. The CDC and Travel Sherpa seem to indicate that the...

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Last post by Sarah Kirschbaum
July 24th, 2022, 5:29 pm
Need Charleston SC restaurant ideas

Last post by Tom K. « July 23rd, 2022, 1:09 pm
Replies: 35
by Dave McCloskey » February 19th, 2022, 6:52 am

My wife and are heading to Charleston on Thursday for a four day stay and need lunch an dinner restaurant recommendations. We appreciate fine dining...

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Last post by Tom K.
July 23rd, 2022, 1:09 pm
Train FL to SC

Last post by leslie renaud « July 22nd, 2022, 3:38 pm
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by leslie renaud » July 20th, 2022, 9:01 am

I'm going from Daytona Beach to Charleston the first week of December, and am contemplating taking Amtrak. Any experiences positive or negative?

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Last post by leslie renaud
July 22nd, 2022, 3:38 pm
Lotus of Siam

Last post by Glenn C McMillen « July 22nd, 2022, 9:06 am
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by David Kaufman » July 20th, 2022, 6:55 pm

Will be having dinner at LoS (Flamingo) in a couple weeks. Will be my first time; any can't miss dishes or recent experiences with their wine list? I...

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Last post by Glenn C McMillen
July 22nd, 2022, 9:06 am
Sunday lunch in Reims?

Last post by Ian Sutton « July 21st, 2022, 4:13 am
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by Zac M » July 20th, 2022, 10:08 am

It looks like we'll be spending some time in Reims on a Sunday, and unfortunately it appears that the city nearly shuts down. Thankfully we can still...

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Last post by Ian Sutton
July 21st, 2022, 4:13 am
Napa Blue Note Jazz Fest

Last post by A. Tzikas « July 20th, 2022, 1:37 pm
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by Robert Dentice » July 20th, 2022, 12:19 pm

Any one going next weekend? Curious what the wine situation will be?

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Last post by A. Tzikas
July 20th, 2022, 1:37 pm
Nashville - Restaurants/Bars/Breweries/Music

Last post by Nick Gangas « July 20th, 2022, 7:11 am
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by larry schaffer » June 18th, 2021, 6:41 am

Heading there in a few weeks.

Any and all help would be much appreciated.

Cheers

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Last post by Nick Gangas
July 20th, 2022, 7:11 am
Any Chicago area Berserkers and recommendations?

Last post by Clayton Wai-Poi « July 19th, 2022, 2:40 pm
Replies: 13
by JoelD » July 18th, 2022, 8:31 am

I'm heading to Chicago on Thursday for a 4 day wedding weekend and I thought I'd see if there are any Chicago area Berserkers that might be around...

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Last post by Clayton Wai-Poi
July 19th, 2022, 2:40 pm
PSA 40% off with ubereats

Last post by Arv R « July 18th, 2022, 1:00 pm
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by Barry L i p t o n » July 17th, 2022, 11:19 pm

Use a Mastercard yo pay and get 40% off using vode MCJULY, max $15.

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Last post by Arv R
July 18th, 2022, 1:00 pm
Tuscan Winery(ies) - Day Trip from Florence

Last post by Andrew M « July 18th, 2022, 7:26 am
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by David Kaufman » April 4th, 2022, 10:20 am

Wife and I will be visiting Florence in June, and while the trip does not include any stays in broader Tuscany, we are interested in a day trip out...

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Last post by Andrew M
July 18th, 2022, 7:26 am
Moving daughter to NYC, need dining recs

Last post by MaiMadigan « July 18th, 2022, 4:48 am
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by John Walter » June 13th, 2022, 9:31 pm

My wife and I are moving our daughter to NYC (Peter Cooper area) and I need help with restaurants in the area. Thanks!

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Last post by MaiMadigan
July 18th, 2022, 4:48 am
TOCK and other prepay reservations!!!!

Last post by Rodrigo B « July 17th, 2022, 10:26 am
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by Robert Dentice » July 15th, 2022, 8:10 am

I absolutely hate them. I have zero problem guaranteeing a bill in advance. I don't understand why restaurants don't allow you to reverse the charges...

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Last post by Rodrigo B
July 17th, 2022, 10:26 am
Venice and Bologna/Modena in early November

Last post by Ian Sutton « July 17th, 2022, 8:59 am
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by A. Mishaan » July 12th, 2022, 11:08 am

Just getting going on planning this trip and I'm only posting a new thread to thank everyone for the enormous amount of information in recent (and...

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Last post by Ian Sutton
July 17th, 2022, 8:59 am
Dining and lodging in Piemonte, Portovenere, Florence, Bologna, Venice, Verona, and Lake Garda

Last post by Ian Sutton « July 17th, 2022, 4:58 am
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by An_drew_Gelb » May 29th, 2022, 2:16 pm

Here are our thoughts on our dining, lodging, and a few other hopefully relevant experiences during our recent more than five-week (April-May 2022)...

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Last post by Ian Sutton
July 17th, 2022, 4:58 am
Florence, Tuscany late June early July; advice please

Last post by An_drew_Gelb « July 16th, 2022, 9:39 am
Replies: 33
by Warren Taranow » June 4th, 2022, 4:54 pm

My niece and her husband will be in Italy at the end of the month for their honeymoon. Any must see wineries, restaurants, sites, museums? I told...

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Last post by An_drew_Gelb
July 16th, 2022, 9:39 am
Trip to Paris & Champagne in Jan... can I fit in Chablis?

Last post by J. D Antonio « July 16th, 2022, 8:37 am
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by Zac M » July 15th, 2022, 9:17 am

I'm blocking out a trip to France in late January/early February -- my first since 2019. I know it's going to be quite cold, but unfortunately this...

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Last post by J. D Antonio
July 16th, 2022, 8:37 am
Switzerland Recs

Last post by TimF « July 15th, 2022, 5:49 am
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by RyanC » July 14th, 2019, 7:28 pm

Next month we're going to be in Switzerland for a week before heading to the Amalfi Coast. We're flying into Zurich and then going to Lucerne, Wengen...

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Last post by TimF
July 15th, 2022, 5:49 am
Restaurants in Portland Maine

Last post by Rich Salsano « July 14th, 2022, 10:54 am
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by Leonard Taylor » June 18th, 2022, 2:46 pm

Headed to Maine, Portland and need restaurant recomendations.

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Last post by Rich Salsano
July 14th, 2022, 10:54 am
Family Trip to Rome and Venice-Advice Needed

Last post by Ian Sutton « July 13th, 2022, 2:07 am
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by AdamK » July 10th, 2022, 11:43 am

Hey All,

Need some advice. Looking to travel to Rome and Venice next spring. It is going to be me, my wife and 2 kids (10, 3). Going to fly into FCO...

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Last post by Ian Sutton
July 13th, 2022, 2:07 am
Outdoor Charlotte dining?

Last post by James Lyon « July 12th, 2022, 10:56 am
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by slada » July 7th, 2022, 4:59 pm

Any recs for outdoor charlotte dining? More than beer garden or bar food tia

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Last post by James Lyon
July 12th, 2022, 10:56 am
Hi! Thinking about a quick visit to Champagne when we visit Paris in May. Any thoughts on Épernay vs. Reims/

Last post by Mark Y « July 11th, 2022, 9:08 pm
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by Kim Caldwell » February 15th, 2022, 10:47 am

Not looking to visit a ton of producers….but perhaps one special visit…and then time to see the vineyards or enjoy a great lunch.

in a dream, I’d...

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Last post by Mark Y
July 11th, 2022, 9:08 pm
Lake Como restaurant recs

Last post by F.Daner « July 10th, 2022, 8:21 am
Replies: 21
by Scott Goodwin » February 3rd, 2019, 9:32 am

My family and I will be visiting Italy in July. I've found lots of great info on WB. But we'll be spending a few days on Lake Como in Bellagio and...

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Last post by F.Daner
July 10th, 2022, 8:21 am
Dinner at Rathfinney

Last post by robert creth « July 9th, 2022, 12:47 pm

by robert creth » July 9th, 2022, 12:47 pm

Returned to a favorite spot for English sparkling wine and a glorious kitchen. A real bargain for 35pounds per for three courses. The British seem to...

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Headed out there this summer in that order.

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36 years since I tricked HRH into saying, “I does.”
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Hi guys,

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by anayalt » June 26th, 2022, 5:33 pm

newhere

My first post! :)
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My passport expires in three years, giving me some room. Check yours before planning overseas trips.
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