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Unforgettable Dining Experience at Restaurant DANIEL, NYC

NYC, New York

OK ya’ll, I’ve been so excited to feature Restaurant DANIEL for a while now. Our dining experience here has stayed in my mind since our visit and I would die to go back. Aside from being MICHELIN-starred (2*) and providing an amazing French culinary experience, this Upper East Side restaurant is gorgeous, grand and honestly so FUN. Not a typical word I would use to describe a lot of restaurants of this caliber, but I’ll explain why.

After making my way through the main entrance, we met the hostess who directed us to the front bar for drinks as we waited for our table. It’s a quaint area, richly decorated with, ofcourse, great cocktails. Dirty Martini for me, please.

After pre-dinner cocktails, we were seated in the grand dining room, and when I say grand, it is truly that (3,000 sq ft). Our table was located at the top of the room, where we could people-watch and really take in the full experience (and that we did!).

After enjoying several (large!) glasses of red wine and our 7-course meal, I can safely say this is an experience I will never forget. In total, we were there for about 3 hours and were sad to leave. All of the staff, including the waiters, were beyond accommodating and friendly; they brought us out so many extra items to try that were not including in the course.

Restaurant DANIEL has remained a staple in the NYC dining scene since 1993. Owner and Chef, Daniel Boulud, is considered one of the most revered chefs in New York. He works alongside Executive Chef, Eddy Leroux. You can take a look at the current course offering here. Visit the restaurant’s instagram for a peek into their culinary creations and updates on their rotating fine art program.

A truly elevated experience from arrival through dessert. Bon Appétit!

Yebo Beach Haus: South African Flavors and Coast-Cool Vibe in Atlanta

Atlanta, Georgia, USA

A longtime favorite of the Buckhead crowd, Yebo Beach Haus boasts an impressive menu influenced by South African flavors, including delicious cocktails and wine. Yebo stays busy and it’s coast-cool vibe keeps patrons returning. You’ll find the new location in the The Courtyard West Village located in Andrews Square with convenient parking and easy ride share access. During the colder seasons, Yebo transforms into the Ski Haus – fun!

If there’s one tip I can provide for a visit to Yebo, it’s to have the Dirty Martini. I love a Dirty Mar and let me say, this is one of the best I’ve had – trust me! What makes it so good?

beluga vodka, dry vermouth, olive brine, blue cheese olives **shaken

You can’t go wrong with this menu – my sister and I started with the Spicy Tuna Roll and both had the Pan Seared Scallop entrée – both were delish. Dinner and martini’s were followed by a glass of South African Cabernet (IMO, you can’t go wrong with any S.A. vino!).

BABYLONSTOREN cabernet sauvignon, stellenbosch, south africa 2019

If you’re looking for a consistently great spot for date night, after-work drinks or a group celebration – Yebo is a great option.

The Chastain: Buckhead’s Charming Dining Destination

Atlanta, Georgia, USA

Fairly new to the Atlanta food scene is The Chastain, and if you’re looking for a date night spot or a cute patio to sip your wine, this is a great option.

The Chastain Instagram

Fairly new to the Atlanta (Buckhead specifically) food scene is The Chastain, and if you’re looking for a date night spot or a cute patio to sip your wine, this is a great option. The restaurant is housed in a beautiful modern-rustic style building with ample outdoor space and a covered tent for cooler or rainy weather.

The Executive Chef, Christopher Grossman, has a impressive resume including previous Executive Chef of another acclaimed Atlanta restaurant, Atlas.

The menu consists of simple, and delicious, courses inspired by the best local ingredients and seasonal harvest, and a very nice wine selection. Everything we had was great (photos at left)! Items not to miss include the giant turkey wing appetizer and the chocolate chip cookie dessert.