Author: kristyalpert

AFAR: 5 Must-Eat Things in Goa

Thali is a delicious South Indian meal made up of a rainbow of dips and toppings PHOTO BY FLICKR.COM/RUTH HARTNUP 5 Things You Must Eat in Goa, India Locals’ tips on the best restaurants (and dishes) in Goa, India KRISTY ALPERT 12.14.2015 The Indian state of Goa may be most famous for its  many seaside resorts, but to my mind,…

American Way: Kid Food Grown Up

Kid Food Grown Up THERE’S NO REASON to be ashamed of your cravings for cheesy mac or your penchant for Pop-Tarts. In fact, playful chefs around the world are encouraging patrons to eat like a kid by putting a sophisticated spin on childhood staples. Here are four of our favorites:…

Van Winkles: Sleep Spas

Seven Spas Worldwide that Specialize in Revitalizing the Sleepless By Kristy Alpert  Neither the plushest of duvets nor the darkest of blackout shades can lull a jet-lagged guest to sleep. In fact, the American Sleep Association found that nearly 93 percent of all travellers experience the time-zone twist at some point in their lifetimes. Passing through…

Men’s Health: Beef Bourguignon

Is This the Best Recipe for Beef Stew Ever? Slow-cook the meat to tender perfection. Then feast on the delicious high-protein meal BY  KRISTY ALPERT PHOTO BY DANIEL DAVEY Some call it “sauté de boeuf à la Bourguignonne.” Others just call it “beef stew.” Julia Child famously referred to it as…