Hotel Bellevue Syrene, Sorrento, Italy

 

 

Living La Dolce Vita... that's what everybody wants, right? Preferably every day, but definitely during your holidays. Hotel Bellevue Syrene in Sorrento offers you exactly that, La Dolce Vita, trust me.

The surroundings and the views are absolutely stunning. Just pick a table under the pergola, sit back and relax. Enjoy drinks, lunch or dinner overlooking the Gulf of Naples and the Vesuvius... You can either relax in the garden, hang out by the pool, read a book in one of the lovely sitting rooms or book a beauty treatment in the hotel spa... there's too much to mention really!

Hotel Bellevue Syrene used to be a private residence. That's probably why you feel right at home. I love the way the rooms, the lounges and the restaurants are decorated! Antique chandeliers, mirrors and furniture is mixed with modern art and local sculptures, giving the place a very refined touch.

Besides the chic interiors, the exquisite service provides that home-away-from-home feeling! The staff is very kind, always there to help you. Oh and the food.... Don't get me started on the food... I had one of the best clubsandwiches ever! I know, not the first thing you'd expect in Italy. But actually everything was delicious (pasta, starters, entrées, desserts, wine, cocktails, etc.)! I can't wait to go back!

For more information, please visit:
http://www.bellevue.it

Dreaming in Blue...

My favourite jeans brand (7 for all mankind) inspired me to make a totally blue post: "Dreaming in Blue"! I love blue jeans and I love almost anything blue. All shades of blue. All kinds of blue. By the way... I also love the blues!

All jeans by 7 for all mankind.
Raincoat by Massimo Dutti.
Baseball cap by Baci e Abbracci.
First two hats by Borsalino.
Sunglasses by Ray Ban.
Blue metallic clutch by Unisa.
Peach bag by Smaak.
Floral dress by H&M.

Photos taken in various locations in Cuba, Italy and The Netherlands.

Paladar San Cristóbal, Havana, Cuba

'Paladar' San Cristóbal is one of the privately owned restaurants that have popped up in recent years in Havana, Cuba. The most famous one is of course La Guarida, but San Cristóbal is gaining fame in its own right. The restaurant is named after its owner and chef, Cristóbal Márquez Valdés. The place really feels like you're having dinner in someone's (his) home.

You won't believe your eyes when you walk into the various dining rooms....! Time has stood still. There are chandeliers, antiques, a vintage zebra skin rug (...) on the wall, statues, paintings, baseball memorabilia, vintage photos of famous Cubans; anything that was part of Cuban history, you'll find it at San Cristóbal.

The menu is officially Cuban-Creole, however they also serve a wide variety of international dishes, such as steak, grilled chicken, lobster, salads and more. Even vegetarians will find something to their liking. I would definitely recommend the mixed appetizer platter.

The service was exquisite, the waiters were extremely kind and the menu offered something to fit everyone’s taste. The heavily decorated interiors however might be a little overwhelming for some people (more is definitely more), but that’s a matter of personal taste. In case you’re a minimalist, you should probably opt for a table in the garden area.

Last but not least, after dinner ladies are given a vintage brooch.... and the gents can choose a cigar! This was such a lovely surprise, I won't forget it anytime soon.

San Cristóbal
San Rafael No 469 (between Lealtad and Campanario),
Havana, Cuba
Tel. +537 860 1705