KID FRIENDLY: Address: 226 Westbourne Grove, W11 2RH, London, GB Website: www.tomsdelilondon.co.uk Phone: +44 20 7221 8818 Group-friendly and bustling, this Notting Hill deli does it all—from all-day breakfast to chocolates, teas, and other specialty grocery items. And while the wall décor may seem more nostalgic than current, the food is always fresh. “We adore having a good …
Despite playing the least maternal character on HBO’s “Girls,” actress Jemima Kirke is expecting her second child Jemima Kirke may play an apathy-prone trouble-brewer on TV, but in the real world, the actress is shaping up to be quite the domestic goddess. The painter-cum-TV star, who is currently filming for Girls’ second season, admitted on Wednesday that …
Rosie Pope helps moms-to-be, yet again, with her expert, all-encompassing book Anyone who knows Rosie Pope—from Pregnant in Heels, MomPrep, or her maternity line—knows that she loves talking about pregnancy. (It’s not every woman who live tweets the birth of her daughter!) And just when it seems like she’s covered all the bases, Pope finds another void to …
KID FRIENDLY: Address: 12023 Ventura Boulevard, Studio City, US Website: www.artisancheesegallery.com Phone: 818 505 0207 This community cheese shop prides itself on offering hard-to-find varieties, thanks largely to its network of small producers. “Have to mention this Studio City spot,” says Jennifer Brandt, who goes for the cheeses, breads, and sandwiches. Cheese lovers will also adore such …
KID FRIENDLY: Address: 25 East 77th Street, New York, US Website: www.themarkhotel.com Phone: 212 744 4300 One step inside the lobby of The Mark, and its five-star rating rings true. Despite its iconic New York surroundings (think Central Park and The Met), global flair runs strong at this recently revamped hotel. Not only has French designer Jacques …
KID FRIENDLY: Address: 22878 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, US Website: www.malibubeachinn.com Phone: 310 456 6444 Located on exclusive Carbon Beach, also known as Billionaire’s Beach, this 60-room inn feels more like a private getaway than an ocean-side resort. Every detail has been thoughtfully considered, from in-room yoga instruction to the hand-selected California wines in your mini-fridge. RECOMMENDED …
OCCUPATION: Owner of wedding planning company Tuscania Events MY STYLE: Timeless, though I do love vintage. I often wear neutrals like beige, brown, and Armani “greige” together with a touch of red or another strong color. I LOVE ROME BECAUSE: It’s charming. I feel like I’m on vacation even when I go to work. The weather …
OCCUPATION: Art gallery director/owner MY STYLE: Colorful and creative. I LOVE LONDON BECAUSE: The green space. There are lots of parks. My kids’ school and friends are within easy walking distance, and there is a sense of community in our neighborhood. Galicia Tucked away in a quiet corner of Notting Hill, Galicia offers a mix …
KID FRIENDLY: Address: 8358 West Sunset Boulevard, West Hollywood, US Website: www.sunsettowerhotel.com Phone: 323 654 7100 Checking into this Art Deco landmark is the fastest way to feel like a Hollywood star. Each room has floor-to-ceiling windows, and the views are sure to make you feel like the tower’s original occupants: Marilyn Monroe, Elizabeth Taylor, and Frank …
KID FRIENDLY: Address: Via Sistina, 53 , Rome , IT Website: www.suitesistina.com Phone: +39 06 2036 8380 Venice may be Italy’s unofficial city of love, but that doesn’t mean Rome can’t be just as romantic. For a hotel that emanates intimacy—and inspires the same—Viviana Colombassi recommends the Suite Sistina in Trinità dei Monti. The building has nine …
