How to create the perfect world
When the world outside is spinning uncontrollably in unfavorable directions, Eastern philosophers say the trick is to go...
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Afternoon tea in the time of COVID-19
The coronavirus pandemic has presented all kinds of challenges for luxury hotels. Those who have managed to stay...
Suite with a royal view in Tokyo
Some hotels are just made for staying in, and the corner suite of The Peninsula Tokyo is one...
Peter serves the best steaks in Tokyo
To tell you the truth, my expectations for dinner at Peter, the fine dining restaurant of The Peninsula...
The best head and shoulder massage in Tokyo
Too much typing on my computer and texting on my phone had brought about a severe case of...
Chinese lunches that soothe the soul
Some kinds of food are the types you turn to because they brighten your day. Chinese dim sum...
The hotel and restaurant that changed the world
At its peak, the New York Grill of the Park Hyatt Tokyo was easily one of the best...
Breakfast by a Michelin two star chef with a view of the Imperial Palace in Tokyo
During my week-long stay at the Peninsula Tokyo, breakfast became the highlight of each day. I had ordered...
Afternoon tea in Hakone
What began as the thought of a simple snack soon turned into one of the most elegant surprises...
The best artisans of Kyoto
The Park Hyatt Kyoto is a wonderful blend of modern and traditional. It’s located in one of the...
