Sirocco at Lebua State, Restaurant (Bangkok)

After having watched "Hangover 2" I feel travel-sick. Especially the scenes shot at Sirocco restaurant on top of the Lebua State Tower reminded me of the time I dined there in 2007.

Bangkok offers tons of rooftop restaurant/bars but Sirocco claims to be the "world's highest al fresco restaurant". I totally believe it. To me the place is magical. I have been to various high buildings but I remember when I stepped out into Sirocco I suddenly realized they were never outdoor. What a difference that makes!!

What impressed me most was the sheer size of the space. I remember there was a piano/live singer, the golden dome was nicely lit and tables were set nicely leaving generous space in between. As we went there late we missed the sun set but were mesmerized by the views of Bangkok. (The quality of my pictures is not so amazing, check the official webpage for better impressions).





We did not think about temperature when planning our outfits so we actually got chilly on this 63rd floor. Unsurprisingly we were not the only ones and the staff had pashminas in place for everyone in need to wrap oneself up.

Food was five-star-excellent. For sure not an inexpensive night but good value for money.

Enjoy!

Cassai, Café & Restaurant (Mallorca)

Having spent last weekend on the Balearic island of Mallorca, I started this week very relaxed. When exploring the south-east part of the island we drove thru the little village of Ses Salinas and simply had to stop at Cassai because it looked so beautiful from outside.

The restaurant has inside and outside areas, some roofed some open-air. The interior design is very charming, colors are mainly white and cream. It feels very much elegant shabby chic.



We just came for a quick stop and had some delicious desserts. I especially liked the traditional Mallorquin almond tarte as well as the Creme Brulée with foamed apples.

Enjoy!

Cortiina, Bar & Hotel (Munich)

Perfect afternoon tea with a friend in the little hotel bar of Cortiina hotel!

heart, Restaurant/Bar/Club (Munich)

There are some dates in a calender that are set in stone such as Christmas, birthdays and- Oktoberfest in Munich!

Apart from deciding when to go, with whom, in which tent the question remains what to do after the evening at Oktoberfest finishes around 11pm. This year we decided to try h-e-a-r-t, a club/restaurant/bar that just opened in May and came highly recommended. The club's name is actually only the logo of a heart, it does not have a written name.

h-e-a-r-t is located in the old stock exchange building at Lenbachplatz 2a close to Karlsplatz/Stachus. The former Deutsche Bank branch was tranformed into a very stylish bar/restaurant/club.

Upon entering coats can be checked and even the coat tags spot a cute heart.
The first room to enter is where the restaurant is located at. The light is dimmed, the colors palette is brown, golden including wooden flooring. Furniture is sleek. The atmosphere is therefore elegant and mysterious but welcoming.

A huge golden door gives access to the bar/club area which used to be a vault. I was surprised by the size of the room as the bar and the tables in the corners almost fill the room. There is no particular dance area. The ceiling is completely mirrored so the room appears larger. Also it is fun to people-watch.

The colors and materials are the same as in the restaurant. There was still a nice smell of wood from the flooring in the air when we entered early at h-e-a-r-t. Don't know how long that will stay though.

The crowd was very mixed, everybody very much enjoyed themselves and danced the night away to 80ies and 90ies mixed music. Since it was Oktoberfest the dresscode was mainly Dirndl&Lederhosen, it seemed that dressing is mixed on other occasions.

Another thing to mention are the restrooms in the basement: they are very dark, partially unisex and huge. Btw- Entry to h-e-a-r-t is free.

Enjoy!

Gold, Restaurant (Milan)

In Milano every designer has a place to experience the brand such as a bar, restaurant or nightclub.

Dolce & Gabbana opened in 2007 their "concept restaurant" Gold, being in line with their overall brand identity. The restaurant has 3 areas: bar, bistrot and restaurant.

The interior design is just drop-dead gorgeous. There is of course a lot of gold but nicely put next to natural stone material such as marble and also crystal/glass and leather. Service is one of the best I have experienced in Milano.
I have dined only in the bistrot section so far but loved the food. The menu is made up of mainly Italian dishes and won't leave you hungry.



Check out the bathrooms as they are the most glamourous in Milano being golden with marble.

Enjoy!