Very few hotels in the world have witnessed what the serene and peaceful corridors and gardens of the Saxon Hotel have witnessed – The majestic day to day presence of a true world leader  – Nelson Mandela. I am sorry I cannot help myself… This post is about the WONDERFUL Sunday Brunch at the Saxon, but there is no way I will not put the historical importance of this place into context. It was at the Saxon Hotel, the place where Mandela chose to peacefully finalise his biography called “Long Walk to Freedom”. A book that I read for the… Read more

I think I have already mentioned here that cooking was not always my cup of tea… I started learning how to cook quite late… after my thirties and by the influence of a very good friend of mine… To be honest I dont really appreciate cooking the day to day food… I like the exotic and complicated dishes… I like entertaining people, and so, for that,  I adore to prepare beautiful dishes and tables… When it comes to exotic, I think the Thai cuisine qualifies in the top 5. ( It may not be for Asians, but it definitely for… Read more

Mayfair is my favorite area in London… Well, it would be a surprise if I said it was not… full of boutiques and lively cafes, it is just an area where I know it well and I feel confortable to go around… Last week I was taken to the famous 34 Restaurant… or also known as 34 Mayfair… I must confess, I did not know the place… living and learning, right! Situated in the heart of Mayfair, at Grosvenor Square… the restaurant buzz with beautiful people… a place to see and be seen! Great food is important and the restaurant… Read more