Visiting New Braunfels is like going back in time, without sacrificing modern comforts. This small Texas city embraces its long-standing German roots while offering a taste of true Texan culture. Here, you might just feel like you’re in a Hallmark movie, one with a really sweet plot. Need more? Read more: Round Top: Where to […]
For more than a decade, Chef Gio Osso has welcomed guests into his intimate Old Town Scottsdale restaurant. As chef and owner of Virtù Honest Craft and Pizzeria Virtù, Osso draws from his Italian heritage while embracing seasonal ingredients and flavors from around the world. His work has helped establish him as an enduring culinary […]
At Ladyhawk in West Hollywood, Chef Charbel Hayek translates the flavors of his Lebanese upbringing into an Eastern Mediterranean dining experience shaped by classical technique and Southern California’s seasonal ingredients. His cooking honors familiar preparations while leaving room for creativity, bringing fresh perspective to everything from house-baked breads and vibrant mezze to wood-fired specialties. 2026 […]
Old Hollywood glamour gets a spooky twist this October at The Culver Hotel. The historic 1924 hotel in downtown Culver City is celebrating Halloween with a Mr. Bones Pumpkin Patch, family trick-or-treating, classic scary movies and a one-day Spooky Tea experience. Set in a vibrant, walkable Los Angeles neighborhood, the hotel pairs vintage-inspired guest rooms […]
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Meet 41 chefs and culinary leaders shaping the future of dining across the Southwest. The Southwest’s culinary identity cannot be defined by a single flavor, ingredient or tradition. It’s shaped by family recipes, Indigenous foodways, borderlands influences, global perspectives, local agriculture and the chefs who transform those stories into memorable dining experiences. The inaugural 2026 […]
At Champagne Tiger in Denver, Chef Josh Hood’s French-American cooking matches the personality of the restaurant: spirited, inviting and comfortable. Behind the diner exterior, Hood’s menu brings together breakfast pasta, classic omelets and caviar (the caviar is served in a keepsake ashtray!). It’s food that complements a lively dining room, giving guests a little something […]
Chef Marc Quiñones has built his career in kitchens across New Mexico, bringing more than 15 years of experience to his role as executive outlet chef at La Fonda on the Plaza in Santa Fe. His work combines traditional Southwestern flavors with contemporary techniques and thoughtful presentation, giving guests a taste of the state through […]
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