Photo: Cannizaro House

Wimbledon begins June 24th and this year’s famous tennis tournament is expected to be better than ever.

If you’re looking for a bit of British luxury during your stay, then consider the Cannizaro House, Wimbledon.

Cannizaro House, Wimbledon is London’s first boutique country house hotel and is offering several wonderful packages during the Wimbledon tennis tournament.

Located just a two short minute drive from the famous All England Club, Cannizaro House offers first class dining and impeccable service.

Start your special tennis viewing day with Champagne and canapés on the hotel’s terrace. Next enjoy a sumptuous four course lunch in the restaurant. Then be whisked away by a chauffeur driven transport to the tennis tournament.

Wimbledon Lunch package is priced from £200 (incl. VAT @ 20%) per person and includes:
• Coffee and pastries served on the terrace

• Alain Thienot champagne and a selection of canapés

• Four course lunch including unlimited superb red and white wines followed by coffee & something sweet

• Full bar until 2.00pm

• Official Wimbledon programme Aykhurst1042

• Chauffeur driven transport to and from the courts

• Free parking

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Cannizaro House can even offer lunches with a Wimbledon ticket package, which includes all of the above plus:

• Debenture tickets provided by Thomas Cook Sport or BAC Sport

• Prices subject to change and availability for preferred court

For more information about Cannizaro House, Wimbledon – or to make a reservation for the upcoming Wimbledon tennis tournament, please contact The Life of Luxury using the below form:

Photo: Sauza Tequila

Today is Memorial Day, a popular U.S. holiday and there’s nothing more refreshing than sipping an ice cold margarita on a hot day at the beach, at a park or BBQ’g in your backyard.

Sauza Tequila has cretaed several cocktail recipes that are perfect! They are quick and easy to make so you can get back to enjoying time with friends and family a little faster.

Sauza recently launched a new ready-to-serve for those moments you need a cocktail on short notice. Sauza
Sparkling Margarita features a Sauza Tequila base along with triple sec and delicious flavors like Mango Peach and Wild Berry paired with effervescent bubbles, which makes for a truly unique cocktail tasting experience.

Enjoy these great tasting cocktail recipes from Sauza Tequila:

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Sauza Cucumber Margarita
3Ž4 cup Sauza Blue Silver 100% Agave Tequila
2 parts JDK & Sons O3 Premium Orange Liqueur
1 medium Cucumber, peeled and sliced
6 parts Fresh Lime Juice
2 parts Simple Syrup

To Make: In a pint glass, muddle together sliced cucumber and Sauza® Blue
Tequila. Let sit in the refrigerator for one hour. Strain the cucumber
Tequila and combine with all ingredients in a pitcher. Stir and serve over
ice. Garnish with reserved cucumber slices and a wedge of lime. (serves 4)

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Sauza Perfect Pear Margarita
8 parts Sauza Blue 100% Silver tequila
8 parts Water
8 parts Pear Juice
1 can Frozen Limeade

To Make: Combine all ingredients in a pitcher and serve over ice with or
without a sugared rim. (serves 9)

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Frozen Cherry Lime Sauza®-Rita
1 can Sauza® Blue Silver 100% Agave Tequila
1 bottle Light Beer
1 bottle Cherry Soda
1 can Limeade
3 cups Ice

To Make:
Pour limeade, beer and cherry soda into blender filled with ice. Fill
limeade can with Sauza® Blue Silver Tequila and add to blender. Blend until
smooth and enjoy.

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Below is a video of the famous Sauza lifeguard, who serves up his favorite summer libation, the Sauza Sparkling Margarita.

Delmonico Steakhouse

Chef Emeril Lagasse has done it again – this time on the Las Vegas strip! Located in The Venetian Resort Hotel & Casino, Delmonico Steakhouse is a classic American steakhouse with Creole influences.

Emeril’s newest establishment takes its name from the legendary, century-old New Orleans institution, Delmonico Restaurant & Bar. Join us for lunch or dinner in one of our stylish, elegant dining rooms, or stop by for a cocktail in the lounge.

Remember the time when lunch was an event, cocktail hour was not to be missed & dinner with friends was a joy. At Delmonico Steakhouse, we remember. Although walk-ins can be accommodated, reservations are highly recommended.

Our dress policy is business casual with no tank tops for men. Dana D’Anzi, Chef de Cuisine, and Mike Olsen, General Manager, are dedicated to providing you with that memorable dining experience.

Delmonico Steakhouse
3355 Las Vegas Blvd. South
at the Venetian Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV 89109

Hours of Operation:
Lunch – Daily from 11:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Dinner – Sun thru Thurs, 5 p.m.-10 pm.; Fri & Sat, 5 p.m.-10:30 p.m.

To make a dinner reservation at Delmonico Steakhouse in Las Vegas or to book a vacation to Sin City – Las Vegas, please use the below contact form:

This year, Cinco de Mayo will be on Sunday May 5th. Sauza® Tequila has you covered with a variety of cocktail ideas to make your Cinco de Mayo celebration a memorable one. Be sure to use Sauza Sparkling Margarita.

Consider starting your day off with a Sauza Sparkling Margarita at brunch, then try a delicious afternoon cocktail and sip on the Frozen Cherry Lime Sauza-Rita. For a great tasting drink to end your evening, enjoy the Honey Ginger Sauza-Rita.

Sauza Tequila is crafted at the renowned Sauza Distillery in Jalisco, Mexico. The agave plants are put into tequila production within 48 hours of being hand-picked, then milled and steeped prior to cooking in a process called “Fresh Pressed Agave,” resulting in the freshest, natural, crisp agave flavor.

Sauza Tequila just launched Sauza Sparkling Margarita, a refreshing new way to enjoy the authentic taste of a margarita with the unique addition of effervescent bubbles. Now available in three incredible flavors, including Original Lime, Mango Peach and Wild Berry, this fun, ready-to-serve cocktail truly captures the spirit of the traditional margarita paired with a unique twist of flavor.

Below are several great tasting cocktails to enjoy either on Cinco de Mayo or any other occasion.

Frozen Cherry Lime Sauza-Rita
1 can Sauza Blue Silver 100% Agave Tequila
1 bottle Light Beer
1 bottle Cherry Soda
1 can Limeade
3 cups Ice

To Make:
Pour limeade, beer and cherry soda into blender filled with ice. Fill limeade can with Sauza Blue Silver Tequila and add to blender. Blend until smooth and enjoy.

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Honey Ginger Sauza-Rita
Serves: 9

1 12 oz. can frozen Lemonade
1 12 oz. bottle of Ginger Beer
12 oz. Sauza Blue 100% Agave Silver Tequila
1 can of water
3 tbsp. honey
2 tbsp. Salt

To Make:
Combine lemonade, ginger beer, Sauza Tequila, water and 1 tablespoon of honey in a pitcher filled with ice. Stir well to combine. Rim your cocktail glasses by dipping in remaining 2 tablespoons of honey and then running them through a plate of salt. Serve over ice with a lemon wheel.

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Perfect for Cinco ­de Mayo, Sauza Tequila released their entertaining “Make It With a Lifeguard” video, which demonstrates out the Cherry Lime Sauza-rita. Enjoy!

Copain Wines

Copain Wines is a premium winery and tasting room located just two short miles from downtown Healdsburg, in the middle of Northern California’s world-famous wine country.

Specializing in vineyard-designated wines from the Anderson Valley and Mendocino County, Copain Wines features a tasting room that’s perched on a hill overlooking the serenely beautiful Russian River Valley.

Pack your own lunch and relax in their picnic tables and Adirondack chairs, and take in the gorgeous local wine country views.

Copain Wines has long been a favorite among both locals and Healdsburg/Sonoma area visitors who prefer its “off the beaten path” location. Patrons gather to enjoy winemaker Well Guthrie’s cool-climate Pinot Noir and Syrah, which have cultivated a cult following since Copain’s inception in 1999.

The winery’s professional staff is warm, welcoming, and knowledgeable. Open by appointment, the winery welcomes guests to join the ‘Farm Table Tasting’ tasting, featuring a selection of Copain’s hand-crafted wines, offered at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. daily in the hilltop tasting room.

A fee of $15 is waived with purchase. Members of the recently launched Copain Membership Program may request the ‘Farm Table Tasting,’ or a private appointment between the hours of 10:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Inspired by his time in Burgundy and the Northern Rhône Valley of France, Well Guthrie marries French stylistic sensibilities with the best organically-farmed California fruit to craft classically-styled wines that are well balanced and food-friendly.

To book a vacation to Northern California’s Sonoma or Napa wine-country, please contact us using the form below.

Duke’s Waikiki restaurant

Duke’s Waikiki on Oahu was named after legendary surfer Duke Kahanamoku. Duke’s is a fun restaurant and lively bar, ideally located on Waikiki Beach.

The views from Duke’s Waikiki are amazing. Enjoy seeing surfers and the rolling waves of the Pacific Ocean, plus possibly the best views of world-famous Diamond Head.

Duke Paoa Kahanamoku was born in 1890 and died in 1968. To this day, the legendary surfer and swimmer, Duke Kahanamoku, is still considered as the greatest athlete in the history of the Hawaiian islands.

Duke is often called the “Father of Modern Surfing” and we reported in a recent article that Duke Kahanamoku Beach was rated the #3 Best Beach in the United States.

Duke’s Waikiki is truly a Hawaiian icon. The beachfront location offers ones of the most popular meeting places in all of Waikiki.

You can find Duke’s in the lobby of the Outrigger Waikiki Hotel, between the Royal Hawaiian and Royal Hawaiian hotels on Waikiki Beach. Duke’s provides an atmosphere that is fun and lively, serving up a whole lot of Hawaiian culture.

Fresh fish, and juicy steaks have made Duke’s one of the most popular restaurants anywhere in Hawaii.

Duke’s restaurant guests can enjoy numerous, delicious dishes of original Hawaiian-influenced cuisine. Duke’s Waikiki is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Duke’s Waikiki restaurant

Just a few popular appetizers include Crab and Mac Nut Wontons, Maui Onion Soup, or Crispy Coconut Shrimp with a Spicy Lilikoi Sauce.

Entrees choices are endless, including fish, steak, huli huli grilled chicken and BBQ ribs.
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So experience the true Aloha spirit ay Duke’s Waikiki restaurant and don’t forget to have at least one dinner there, and take in one of the unforgettable sunsets you will ever see.

Duke’s Waikiki
2335 Kalakaua Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96815
808.922.2268

Please use the Contact Form below to submit your Hawaii travel request. We will promptly get back to you.

Gordon Ramsay at The London

Valentine’s Day is the one special day to confess your true love with cards, flowers and candy. Better yet, why not plan a romantic dining experience for you and your sweetheart.

That experience is waiting to happen when you dine at The London West Hollywood hotel where you will enjoy exquisite food and drinks by celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay.

Now you can enjoy a perfect dinner with Valentine’s Day options that will make you fall in love all over again. Choose from different romantic settings and make your special valentine smile on this magical day.

Valentine’s Day Gordon Ramsay Package – $95 per Person

From 5:00-10:00pm, couples can enjoy a 3-course meal, paired with the best in bubbly, at Gordon Ramsay at The London West Hollywood. This package includes an exclusive invitation for pre or post cocktails on the rooftop boasting breathtaking, panoramic views of the city.

Valentine’s Day Rooftop Package – $500 per Couple (Cabana accommodates up to 2 couples)

This Valentine’s Day, the sky’s the limit – literally – with a delectable dinner in a rooftop pool deck cabana, overlooking the city skylines. With seating available from 5:00-10:00pm, this package features a candlelit 3-course dinner and wine pairing for 2-4 guests, a bottle of champagne, and a private server in a private rooftop cabana. The Rooftop Package offers unparalleled views, the perfect romantic menu, and elegant Valentine’s Day decor.

Valentine’s Day Proposal Package – Price Upon Request

Finally, for the ultimate in Valentine’s Day extravagance, let The London host a night to remember with their first annual Valentine’s Day Proposal Package. Space reserved for one lucky couple!

This exquisite package includes the following:

Overnight accommodations in a 1-bedroom suite
A dozen white roses in the suite upon arrival
A vintage bottle of champagne in the room
3-course dinner and wine pairing on the rooftop
Personalized dessert course
Personal serenade during dinner by jazz singer Jill Lemoureux
Decorated private proposal site
On-site personal photographer
“She said Yes!” Gobo lighting at time of proposal
Personal transportation accommodations via limousine or sedan
Customized luxury embroidered “His & Hers” robes
Couples breakfast in bed

Please use the Contact Form below to submit your travel request and experience a fantastic meal at  Gordon Ramsay at The London West Hollywood. We will promptly get back to you.

For reservations, visit www.thelondonwesthollywood.com or call 310-358-7788.

John Dekuyper & Sons – Crave Chocolate Liqueur

Mark your calendar … January 3 is National Chocolate Covered Cherry Day. Yum ! Chocolate covered cherries are a big hit during the holidays, and a common gift, to those that “Crave” the smooth, rich chocolate cherry flavor.

To celebrate National Chocolate Covered Cherry Day hopefully you were one of the lucky ones and received a bottle of Crave Chocolate Cherry Liqueur that unveiled in October. Beam Inc. launched John DeKuyper & Sons™ Crave Chocolate Liqueurs featuring three tempting flavors – Chocolate Cherry, Chocolate Mint and Chocolate Chili.

This premium chocolate liqueur with its sweet cherry taste takes center stage complimented by hints of cocoa … leaving a delectable taste of fruit, vanilla and bittersweet chocolate. Crave Chocolate Cherry Liqueur is delicious when served over ice, with a splash of milk or as a yummy addition to any cocktail.

Crave Chocolate Cherry Liqueur

Bring in the New Year right and celebrate National Chocolate Covered Cherry Day and try anyone of the tasty cocktail recipes listed below. Additional recipes and information can be found at http://www.dekuyperusa.com/crave.

BOOZY CHERRY CHOCOLATE MILK

Ingredients:

· 2-3 parts JDK & Sons ™ Crave Chocolate Cherry Liqueur

· Milk

Instructions:
· Pour liqueur in a collins glass and add ice-cold milk to taste
· Stir & enjoy

CHOCOLATE CHERRY MARTINI

Ingredients:
· 1 1/2 partS JDK & Sons ™ Crave Chocolate Cherry Liqueur
· 1 part Premium Vodka (regular or vanilla)

Instructions:
· Combine all ingredients in a shaker filled with ice
· Shake vigorously and strain into a martini glass
· Garnish with Maraschino Cherry (optional)

GROWN-UP CHERRY HOT CHOCOLATE

Ingredients:
· 2-3 parts of JDK & Sons ™ Crave Chocolate Cherry Liqueur
· Hot Chocolate

Instructions:
· Pour liqueur in a warmed coffee mug and add hot chocolate ot taste
· Top with whipped cream

LUSCIOUS CHERRY RUSSIAN

Ingredients:
· 1 part JDK & Sons ™ Crave Chocolate Cherry Liqueur
· 1 part Premium Vodka (Effen recommended)
· Milk or Half & Half

Instructions:
· Build ingredients over ice in an old fashioned glass
· Add a splash of milk (or half & half) to make it even more luscious

CHERRY MACAROON MARTINI

Ingredients:
· 1 part JDK & Sons ™ Crave Chocolate Cherry Liqueur
· 1 part Cruzan Coconut Rum
· Soda Water

Instructions:
· Shake all ingredients (except Soda Water) with ice
· Strain into a martini glass and top with a splash of soda water
· Garnish with Maraschino Cherry (optional)

DESSERT MANHATTAN

Ingredients:
· 1 1/2 parts JDK & Sons™ Crave Chocolate Cherry Liqueur
· 1 part Jim Beam® Bourbon

Instructions:
· Build over ice, stir gently, and serve

Food University at Caesars Palace – Las Vegas

Are you a creative cook with the makings of becoming a chef but you lack the experience, or maybe you just need a little training; regardless, before entering the world as a professional cook you need both experience and education. Here is the answer to your problem, and who knows, you could end up being a future “Top Chef” star.

Food University is offering a new inaugural class scheduled for March 27-29, 2013 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. Join the fun-loving foodies from across the country and in just 72 hours you may go from a cook wannabe to a competition-ready chef.

The Food University classes range in topics from wine and cheese pairing to classic Italian to mixology will be offered. Every essential cooking technique from knife skills to Mastering Beef to Seafood 101 and beyond will be covered, plus you will be given a private VIP behind-the-scenes tour of the brand new Gordon Ramsay Pub & Grill at Caesars Palace, as well as the Southern Wine and Spirits Hospitality Mixology program with Mixologist Francesco LaFranconi, usually available only to hotel and restaurant executives.

Among those attending will be philanthropist and hospitality industry leader Larry Ruvo, Food Network co-founder Robin Leach and veteran culinary entertainment producer Richard Gore. Also in attendance will be high-profile chefs along with Food University’s culinary faculty. Other special guest appearances will be named in coming weeks. The prestigious hospitality school from the University of Nevada Las Vegas will provide student volunteers to assist with preparations for this event.

This festive event will accommodate up to 80 culinary scholars in what will be Food U’s first graduating class. Each student will receive the Food University “Enlightened Palate” diploma, and if you enroll in the first classes, you will receive a private VIP invitation to tour some of Napa Valley’s never-before-seen prominent wineries.

Tuition is $1,995 per person for the three day sessions which includes all food, beverages, and course instruction. For more information visit www.FoodUniversityLasVegas.com

Proceeds from Food University “admissions” will go to Keep Memory Alive, committed to finding cures for brain disorders such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Huntington’s and ALS.

St. Regis Punta Mita Resort – Presidential Suite

The luxurious The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort is honoring the Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta’s 2012 International Gourmet Festival, by offering an incredible gastronomic package.

This amazing celebration offers guests an unforgettable 10-day experience that is filled with exclusive culinary offerings. The 2012 International Gourmet Festival to be held in Riviera Nayarit and this extraordinary culinary event will feature 30 international master chefs, who will be crafting special dishes designed to delight every pallet.

Resort guests will have the opportunity to visit various local restaurants and hotels and truly immerse themselves in the rich culture and natural beauty of Riviera Nayarit and Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.

Between November 8-18, 2012, The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort offers The International Gourmet Festival Celebration Package which includes:

· A five-course gourmet dinner for two at Sea Breeze Restaurant by Chef Ian Gresik, head chef at the premier Drago Centro Restaurant in Los Angeles

· A five-course sample menu at Café des Artistes del Mar Punta Mita by Chef Corey Fuller, head chef at Café Puck at the Contemporary Art Museum of Chicago

· Deluxe garden or ocean view accommodations

· Signature St. Regis Butler Service

· Daily breakfast for two at Las Marietas

· A 20 percent discount on 60 minute massages at Remède Spa, a 10,000 square foot oasis boasting nine treatment rooms; a perfect sanctuary to relax and rejuvenate.

· 24-hour access to The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort’s state-of-the-art exercise room.

The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort is delighted to welcome the Each night of this 10-day celebration is hosted at

Rates for the International Gourmet Festival Celebration package begin at $516 USD per room, per night for a Deluxe Garden View Room and $636 USD per room, per night for a Deluxe Ocean View Room for two guests in addition to 19 percent tax and 10 percent service fees.

To learn more or make a reservation, please contact us at:

Now is your chance to experience the best of California’s Napa Valley wine country with this ultimate luxury package.

To celebrate of the second annual Flavor! Napa Valley, event organizers of the popular wine and food festival partnered with private jet industry leader Magellan Jets and Meadowood Napa Valley resort to create the most exclusive and prestigious Napa wine tasting travel package in the region’s history!

The 2012 five-day Flavor! Napa Valley Celebration of Wine, Food & Fun is a five-day annual event that features world-class Napa Valley wines alongside Napa Valley’s master chefs and graduates of The Culinary Institute of America’s culinary education programs.

The Legends of Napa Valley: A Definitive Tasting has a starting price tag of US $50,000. This incredible package includes –
– Tickets for two to the $3,500-per-ticket marquee event of the festival, “The Legends of Napa Valley: A – – Tickets for two to “Definitive Tasting Appellation Trail: Tasting Napa Valley”
– Tickets for two to “Conservatory Dinner with Larry Forgione”
– Tickets for two round-trip flights on one of – Magellan’s exemplary jets
– Luxurious accommodations at Meadowood Napa Valley resort

Meadowood is settled among two-hundred-fifty private acres in the heart of this scenic valley, America’s premier wine growing region.

Flavor! Napa Valley

Only 32 people will have the unique opportunity to taste more than 60 wines that tell the story of the Napa Valley including the oldest wine tasted will be a Louis M. Martini 1957 Pinot Noir.

One of the most notable wines to be poured is a Chateau Montelena 1976 Chardonnay; its 1973 counterpart was ranked #1 in the 1976 Judgment of Paris. It was a win that stunned the wine establishment and placed the Napa Valley and entire California wine industry on the map.

Here’s a summary of what you will experience over two days – Friday 16th and Saturday 17th of November.

. Day One: Tasters will experience rare wines from founding wineries and wineries that led the post-Prohibition renaissance, such as Schramsberg, Stony Hill and Robert Mondavi.

. Day Two: Devoted to the new pioneers, the second day features vintages from the likes of Staglin Family and Harlan Estate vineyards. In addition, two of the Napa Valley’s legendary figures, Andy Beckstoffer and Heidi Peterson Barrett, will be honored with a comprehensive tasting of their signature wines, including cult favorite Screaming Eagle.

For additional information or to book a reservation at the Flavor! Napa Valley Celebration of Wine, Food & Fun event, please complete the below form: