by lareine | Mar 9, 2026 | Greece, Stories
Two grill houses sit opposite each other in the same area—so which do you choose? I wandered over to Steaky Grill House, but something in my gut told me to walk away. So, I turned back and walked up to Gyronostimies. A young man with great enthusiasm called me over:...
by lareine | Mar 2, 2026 | Stories, Greece
Ermioni—what a beautiful place this is. Wherever you turn, there is a little nook or cranny to discover, each offering sublime views. As we walked, I used my common sense to choose our lunch. I noticed a place with huge octopus hanging outside, drying in the sun. It...
by lareine | Feb 23, 2026 | Stories, Greece, Take2Test
Having previously had a quick lunch here, returning for a proper dinner was going to give us a better sense of Tarsanas in Spetses. Tonight, we had the opportunity to really enjoy a long evening with cherished company, taking our time. Dinners do not start early in...
by lareine | Feb 16, 2026 | Stories, Paris
A good start at Hemicycle. After eating at bistros for a few days and then returning to the stars, it was immediately clear just how much sophistication is present. Lime and white melon lured us in with a confident introduction to Hemicycle’s snacks. The butter for...
by lareine | Dec 25, 2025 | Musings
