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Feb 05

Art Filled All Inclusive Hotel Xcaret Arte Resort in Riviera Maya

Posted by Inspiring Kitchen | Travel | 4 Comments

A luxury, all-inclusive resort where you are surrounded by Mexican art designed by local and national artisans, award winning chefs creating menus at more than 9 diverse restaurants, scenery that envelopes you in its tropical beauty, cenotes, infinity and rooftop pools and a spa that is built in to the natural rock caves. This is Hotel Xcaret Arte.

Opened in 2021, Xcaret Arte is the second of three properties in the Grupo Xcaret family. Located just 45 minutes from Cancun in Riviera Maya, each of the hotels are designed to welcome guests looking for a family (Xcaret Mexico), adults only (Xcaret Arte) or boutique (La Casa de la Playa) vacation experience.… Read more

Jan 09

A Staycation at the Swissotel Chicago Offers Rest, Relaxation & Stunning Views

Posted by Inspiring Kitchen | Chicago, Hotel, Travel | 10 Comments

The start of the new year isn’t so much about resolutions for me as it is about the need for a refresh. You know what I mean. A getaway to clear your mind even if just for a few days. The reason why a Swissotel Chicago staycation with the beauty of the city architecture seen from every window, relaxing environment and close proximity to all things Chicago is just the remedy to welcome in 2022.

A Swissotel Chicago Staycation

If you haven’t considered a staycation before, I highly recommend it. Whether you reside in Chicago or live in close proximity (driving distance if air travel is not being considered), you must book a stay at the Swissotel.… Read more

Feb 06

10 Reasons to Stay at the Luxurious Fairmont Mayakoba Resort

Posted by Inspiring Kitchen | Luxury, Travel | No Comments

When nature, design and luxury intersect, you have arrived at the Fairmont Mayakoba resort.

Just 40 miles from Cancun is a stunning nature-infused haven complete with 240 acres of tropical forest known as Mayakoba. Within this gated community is the AAA-Five Diamond Fairmont Mayakoba resort surrounded by lush mangroves, white sand beaches and crystal clear waterways all designed to create a sense of peace, tranquility and well being.

Located on the Caribbean Sea in Riviera Maya, Mexico, this luxurious resort is south of Cancun in close proximity to Playa del Carmen and Cozumel. Mayakoba means “village of water” which describes this piece of paradise perfectly.… Read more

Oct 01

A Visit to the Florida Riviera: Sunny Isles Beach

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The City of the Sun and Sea welcomes you to Sunny Isles Beach. An aptly named city that showcases South Florida’s glorious weather, pristine white sand beaches and mesmerizing turquoise blue waters. Located just 30 minutes north of Miami International Airport and a quick 10 minutes from Fort Lauderdale, this barrier island sits between the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway.

Sunny Isles Beach stretches 2.5 miles along the oceanfront, offering a destination for couples, families and singles alike. What was once home to two story budget motels is now filled with sleek, contemporary high rises and luxury resorts that line the Atlantic Ocean beachfront.… Read more

Aug 06

Adults Only Vacation to Pueblo Bonita Pacifica in Los Cabos

Posted by Inspiring Kitchen | Travel | 9 Comments

When you are searching for the perfect place to go on your luxury vacation and your expectations include white sand beaches, stunning views, a Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, innovative dining and your very own butler, then Pueblo Bonito Pacifica in Los Cabos is your destination.

At the tip of the Baja Peninsula where the Pacific Ocean and Sea of Cortez meet is an exclusive residential community known as Quivira Los Cabos. Within the gates of this secluded area is a luxury property known as Pueblo Bonito Pacifica Golf and Spa Resort and The Towers at Pacifica.

Pueblo Bonito Pacifica Los Cabos

The natural beauty of the area makes an impression on you instantly.… Read more

Jul 11

Food Network Invades Villa Del Palmar Kitchens

Posted by Inspiring Kitchen | Education, Entertainment, Travel | 21 Comments

Food Network Invades Villa Del Palmar Kitchens – Celebrating Celebrity Chef Week as they take over the kitchens of luxury resort, Villa del Palmar, Loreto, Mexico.

When you are a food blogger and you receive an invitation to attend Food Network Chefs’ Week at the beautiful and luxurious Villa Del Palmar resort at the Islands of Loreto, you grab your bag and go. No second thoughts. Just anticipation of what will be a week of delicious food and gorgeous scenery. Food Network Invades Villa Del Palmar Kitchens Our first meal welcoming us to the resort included these shrimp tacos that were so good, I ordered them several days in a row!… Read more

Jan 09

Experience The Peninsula Hotel’s Chocolate at the Pen

Posted by Inspiring Kitchen | Dessert, Hotel, Travel | 21 Comments

For most people, there is nothing better in this world when it comes to sweet treats than chocolate. In any form. Rich, decadent chocolate made from only the finest cacao beans.So, it should be no surprise that the elegant Peninsula Hotel Chicago is offering an adventure in to the world of chocolate from the eyes of a world-class pastry chef. Chocolate at the Pen is a chocolate bar like no other. Executive Pastry Chef and Chocolate Sommelier, Dimitri Fayard, sets the stage for an evening of sweet indulgences that range from desserts to chocolate truffles to a hot chocolate station to homemade ice cream all presented to appeal to your eyes first.… Read more

Oct 18

Abt Electronics Launches Luxury Kitchen Design Studio

Posted by Inspiring Kitchen | Appliances, Home Design, Kitchen Design, Retailer, Technology | 8 Comments

The kitchen is the heart of the home. No matter how beautiful your living room is, it’s the kitchen where everyone will congregate. If you are fortunate to be able to design your dream kitchen, then there is a new place for you to visit before making any purchases. Abt Electronics and Appliances launched their Inspiration Studio this past Thursday evening to a thrilled and in awe audience of media and interior designers.

If you are not familiar with this retailer, they are recognized throughout the country for their outstanding customer service. This family owned company first launched in 1936 by Jewel and David Abt and has remained in the family all these years later.… Read more

Sep 10

A New Way To Remember Your Vacation

Posted by Inspiring Kitchen | Favorite Finds, Tourism, Travel, Vacation, Wedding | 22 Comments

The moment I begin planning a vacation is when the anticipation of escaping reality begins. And if I am honest, when the countdown begins! So, when I finally get to my vacation spot, I am just brimming with happiness. There is no way I will think of my return home until the very last second of the vacation. All those days of carefree lounging on the beautiful sandy beaches of wherever I am with the waves crashing peacefully in the distance will not go wasted by a reminder of the traffic, work and chaos of everyday life.

And yet, within the deep recesses of my mind, I know that day is going to come.… Read more

Jan 27

Escape to Sunny Puerto Vallarta

Posted by Inspiring Kitchen | Luxury, Mexico, Puerto Vallarta, Tourism, Travel | 28 Comments

The best part of winter in Chicago is escaping to a place where the sun shines bright, warms you all the way through, the water shimmers while the waves crash on the beach and you are welcomed by the locals who want to share their home with you. For me, that is found within the beauty of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.

As someone who has been fortunate to travel for both work and pleasure, finding a warm weather vacation spot is always a bonus. And Puerto Vallarta, or P.V. to those frequent visitors, is a small piece of heaven.

Traveling from Chicago to PV is relatively easy if you are able to grab the one or two airlines that offer direct flights.… Read more

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