Author: Yolanda Edwards
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Just Back From… Maremma, Tuscany
Far from the overrun towns with idling tour buses is a part of Tuscany that’s still the real deal. Think villages with just a restaurant or two filled with locals, medieval towns offering a glimpse of traditional agrarian life, and an intimate guesthouse known for its warm, family-run atmosphere and attention to detail.
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Hotel Fouquet’s, New York
A chic, intimate hideaway in Tribeca that has a great restaurant and bar and attracts a cool crowd
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Just Back From… Sardinia
A quick visit to check out a very dal cuore (from the heart) family-owned hotel in the wild mountains of Barbagia, and the still perfectly old-school Romazzino on the Costa Smeralda, a more subdued but still chic version of its ‘70s jetset scene. Yolanda shares all the notes she took for the return trip she’s…
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The Souvenir: A Sardinian Engagement Ring
After a decade-long search for a fede sarda—the delicately filigreed ring whose technique goes back centuries on the island—Yolanda finally found this souvenir in the mountains of eastern Sardinia. But you can order one online!
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The Emory, London
Maybourne’s newest hotel in the city, overlooking Hyde Park, is high on design, wellness, service and total privacy, with the best urban wellness experience
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Hotel de la Plage, Cap Ferret
A charming 19th century hotel which just reopened after a brilliant two-year restoration and renovation, and is open year-round.
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Late Summer Caponata
Late summer in a bowl! The Cheval Blanc St-Barth shared their recipe which uses all the fresh market bounty you probably have too much of right now.
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The Souvenir: Rondini Sandals
A pair from this century-old, family-owned maker of Tropezienne footwear still feels great when you get them home. (Oui, you can order them online.)
