Outdoor Living

One of my fantasies is to have a beautiful outdoor space to entertain in. This amazing garden area by Brazilian designer Antonio Martins is breath-taking. It is intimate, lush and perfect for throwing extravagant summer parties or curling up with the morning paper and an espresso. Pictures from New Zealand Trends magazine.

Paperie

Kate's Paperie in NYC has the most amazing selection of all things paper! I really like the selection of travel-related journals and accessories. Such beautiful designs and textures.

My favourite hotel

This boutique hotel nestled in the majestic neighborhood of San Telmo, Buenos Aires is completely ethereal. I love that there are only 4 suites and each one is completely private from the others. The owners did a magnificent job of restoring this beautiful old mansion and have incorporated lots of cozy nooks and outdoor space to relax in. www.thecocker.com




It is also just minutes away from El Britanico- a great cafe where a scene in the Motorcycle Diaries was filmed.I could (and did!) spend hours there.

I love good, fresh espresso. I am always on the lookout for great espresso beans to try. Dean & Deluca's espresso sounds decadent! From their website: "Upon your first sip, you'll note and enjoy the especially rich crema: the flavorful foam that floats upon the surface of a quality espresso. Ours finishes with deep notes of chocolate, spice and caramel... one cup is not enough." AMEN Dean & Deluca!
PS- Why won't they ship internationally? Sigh, I must get thee to NYC!