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In The Oeno File: At a recent tasting at Il Gattopardo restaurant on Manhattan’s 54 Street, we had a chance to taste some white and red libations from Irpinia, an Italian region that produces exceptional wines. By Manos Angelakis   Read More...

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In the Arts & Culture: The artistic programs held at the performance center at Lehman College draw an eclectic crowd of all races and cultures… sporting all manners of formal, antique, contemporary or just plain weird dress. By B. Angelakis  Read More...

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Also in The Oeno File: An ancient clay container dating back to 8000 BC has been revived and found a new use in modern winemaking; to vinify and age wines. Amphorae were used to ship wine to  Mediterranean markets.  By Manos Angelakis    Read More...

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Also in Arts and Culture: The Rubin Museum has a new exhibition entitled “Death Is Not the End”.  This exhibition assembled from the Rubin’s own collection and contributions from collectors, is an examination of humanity's burning questions surrounding life and death. By Barbara Angelakis   Read More...

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In Restaurants: Champor-Champor is a restaurant located in South East London: I find it irresistible as it makes me feel transported to exotic locations through a cuisine that I like. The food is Malaysian with a pronounced Thai influence. The dishes are of the East Asian variety. By N. Ross   Read More..

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In the Oeno File: Cider is a beverage almost as old as civilization itself. The Thracians made the earliest wines and declared Dionysus the “god of wine” and the Egyptians made beer 5,000 years ago. The first recorded reference to cider dates to Julius Caesar's Britain. By M. Angelakis    Read More...

 

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In the Spa section: Located in the heart of Old Quebec City, just steps away from all the activities in this delightful Ville, is the UNESCO Heritage site of Le Monastère des Augustines; a wellness retreat with a story to tell. By B. Angelakis  Read More...

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In Destinations: Geneva is a major European cosmopolitan city and is the second largest city in Switzerland on the shores of the eponymous lake. It is the base for some of the world's largest international organizations. By M. Angelakis Read More...

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In Hotels & Resorts: During a recent press trip to Switzerland we were lucky enough to spend a few days at the landmark Hôtel Bristol in Geneva. For a hotel, location is paramount and the Bristol is perfectly located. By Manos Angelakis   Read More...

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Also in Destinations: Lucerne, a city in Central Switzerland, is an interesting destination to explore. The Aldstadt (Old Town) is known for its stunning and well preserved medieval architecture, murals on buildings, churches, waterfront walkways, and more. By M. & B. Angelakis   Read More...

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In Arts and Culture:  Your Poop has a tale to tell... and other innovative offerings at the Musée de la Civilization in Quebec, Canada. The museum has taken this scintillating topic and mounted an exhibition that is amusing, educational and interactive. By Barbara Angelakis                   Read More...

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In Mother’s Day Gift Guide: May is the month when we honor our Mother and other cherished women in our lives. This year we have searched out a few gift suggestions, admittedly a bit off the beaten track, to add to the de rigueur delivery of flowers and candy. By the staff.                     Read More...

 

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