Quick Look: Bruny Island, Tasmania
This is Bruny Island in Tasmania. Bruny sits off the southern tip of Tasmania, Australia, and is accessible only by ferry and home to some of the world’s best oysters.
Dish of the Week: Bistec Encebollado at Isla, La Palma
Southern California has never had a shortage of Cuban restaurants, but we’ve never had a truly great Cuban restaurant, either. And, yes, I know the ones you’re thinking of right now — and they’re not as good as you think they are. Want proof? Go to the new Isla in La Palma.
10-Second Review: El Tizoncito, Mexico City
El Tizoncito has been making charcoal-fired tacos al pastor in Mexico City since 1966. Here’s a quick look.
Hotel Review: Cala de Mar, Ixtapa, Mexico
When Cala de Mar debuted in 2008, it bore a different name, Capella Ixtapa. But Capella pulled out last year and the resort changed its name to Cala de Mar. Same owner, but new name and management. I returned to see how things have changed, if at all.
Quick Look: Hao, Zihuatanejo
Miguel Baltazar is one of Mexico’s brightest rising-star chefs. Here’s a quick look at Hao, one of the restaurants he oversees at the new Thompson Zihuatanejo.
Where to Eat in Mexico City, part 2
Mexico’s dining scene is on fire right now. And has been for awhile. This is easily one of the hottest fine-dining restaurant cultures in all of the Americas.
Quick Look: Biblioteca Vasconcelos, Mexico City
Mexico City’s mind-boggling Biblioteca Vasconcelos is where mid-century Brutalism and futuristic dystopian fantasies collide.
Hotel Review: Pug Seal Allan Poe, Mexico City
Pug Seal Allan Poe is a residential-style boutique hotel in the heart of Mexico City’s Polanco neighborhood, a short stroll from many of the city’s best restaurants and most exclusive shops.
