One of the highlights of the Food Network South Beach Wine and Food Festival (SOBEWFF) was the wine seminars presented by Wine Spectator and hosted by Bruce Sanderson, the magazine’s Senior Editor. I attended three seminars during the festival, including one examining the Burgundy Terroirs and wines of Maison Louis Latour. Our gracious host was Louis-Fabrice Latour, general managing director of the winery and the eleventh generation to run the company. It was a magnificent tasting of six 2009 Louis Latour Pinot Noir offerings.

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My husband and I have passed by Indianapolis numerous times over the years as we traveled north from Lexington, Kentucky to ski resorts in Michigan or getaways to Chicago. We often remarked how we were passing a city that looked very intriguing, was only three hours away from our home, and that we should make time to visit the city affectionately known as the Crossroad of American because it is the hub for several major interstate highways which crisscross the state. We finally made plans to visit on our way back home from a trip to Wisconsin in the summer.

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Whenever I visit New York City, I have to see a Broadway show, usually several. I’m a consummate theatergoer and love both musicals and plays and will attend performances wherever and whenever I can. But Broadway’s special and there’s nothing more exciting than being amid its bright lights. I’m always giddy with anticipation sitting in the audience waiting for the curtain to rise, then being treated to a few immersive hours of topnotch, inspiring entertainment.  You can imagine my joy when I heard that the Great White Way is now home to the Museum of Broadway. And you can bet that I made a beeline for it on my recent trip to the Big Apple. Opened over a year ago, it’s the first-ever permanent museum dedicated to showcasing the rich history of Broadway. Conceived to honor its storied past and the legendary artistry of Broadway musicals, plays and theaters, the museum was built for the fans and community as a place to celebrate all things that make Broadway magical.

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Table settings are something that many of us grew up with and many did not. They used to be taught in schools and summer camps, but it seems they have been dropped from many. They are so different around the world, I simply cannot cover them all in one column, so this month we will focus on the U.S. and Europe. In general, I will stay focused on settings. But I may toss in some manners along the way, like not talking when your mouth is full. Let’s get on to table settings.

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Wake-up calls sound harsh in any language. But, they ring hideous when you’ve gone to bed just a few hours earlier, following a 24-hour flight. However groggy I was, dawn beckoned and I had little time to waste. I’d traveled thousands of miles and was scheduled for a full day of touring. I glanced out the floor-to-ceiling windows, and then stood, agog at the glistening new city rising from the sea. The vista of downtown Dubai from the 33rd floor of Jumeirah Emirates Hotel Towers presented itself like none I’d ever seen before.

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Jack Nicklaus created quite a stir with his Quivira Golf Club design in 2014. The Golden Bear’s 7,000-yard, 18-hole masterpiece immediately gained international attention and awards. The course’s dramatic features on the south end of Quivira Los Cabos’ master-planned community sparked interest from major players in the hospitality industry. These hotel and residential luxury brands began exploring the potential of Quivira’s 1,850 acres and stunning oceanfront.

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A sanctuary is a refuge of peace and tranquility. Some seek sanctuary from the stress of daily life, cold winters, or reconnecting with loved ones. The Amara Sanctuary Resort Sentosa in Singapore is such a place, far removed from the worries of the world in a park-like haven of Sentosa Island, a short drive from downtown Singapore.Amara Sanctuary Resort Sentosa is built on the site of a former British military barracks from the 1930s.  It has accomplished a successful pairing of restored colonial architecture and contemporary luxury accommodation. The resort is set over 10 acres and is a short walk to the white sands and blue waters of Palawan Beach.

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Having raised two sons who were very active in sports, I’ve attended many games and matches over the years; soccer, basketball, football, baseball, tennis, wrestling, etc. Of these activities, basketball was my favorite and continues to be so today. The sport is quick, exciting and easy to follow. And it’s held inside, which rules out any issues with weather.  On a recent trip to Boston for a family event, my husband and I took a side excursion to check out the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, MA, the birthplace of the game. We’d already visited the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, OH, as well as the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, NY., so with this trip to Springfield we would be able to complete the Hall of Fame trifecta.  The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame is “dedicated to promoting, preserving and celebrating the game of basketball at every level.” It occupies a 40,000 square-foot, state-of-the-art building that’s chock full of basketball history to wow even the most avid sports fans. 

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What do piped-in jazz music, a dog’s water dish, and the deliciously soft scent of green tea fragrance have in common? They are the first impressions at the entrance to the Sonesta Irvine. When I pulled under the portico at Sonesta Irvine, I noticed the catchy jazz music playing as I exited my car. When the doors parted, I saw the water dish for dogs along the side wall and knew that would be the first place a dog guest would go.

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The first thing I noticed while entering the luxury dude ranch, Rancho de los Caballeros in Wickenburg, Arizona is a corral of horses, tennis courts, pickleball courts and a swimming pool. Walking into the Western-style lobby, one immediately feels at home. Its colorful gingerbread molding, cozy fireplace, pool table, a shelf filled with books, and friendly staff make a great first impression.

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