EuropeThings to Do in Ortigia, Sicily in 24 hours

With its old and restored baroque architecture, Southern Sicilian food - a unique blend of ancient Greek and Arabic cuisine – and legendary Sicilian culture steeped in over 2,700 years of art and history, it's no surprise Ortigia is one of Sicily's most popular destinations. From its tight-knit medieval lanes pleasant for strolling, the abandoned palazzi, seafront churches and picturesque alleys, here I share where to go, what to see, and how to most enjoy the colorful and vibrant destination.

TravelWhere to Eat in Modica

Dine on traditional Southern Sicilian cuisine, savor a cold coffee granita alongside a sweet ricotta brioche, and uncover the best chocolate in Modica at these restaurants, caffés, and dolcerias.

TravelWeekend Getaway: Mont-Royal, Montréal

The first week of October, the beginning of Fall–boots, wind, the orange, yellow and red of the trees and leaves, hot chocolates, crisp apple tarts and weekend getaways. After a 6 hour drive through the breath-taking fall foliage of New York state, we arrive in the french speaking city of Montréal, Québec, Canada. The city can be divided into four different sections: Downtown, Old Montréal, Mont-Royal Parc and Le Plateau-Mont-Royal and Mile End. In this article, we explore Mont-Royal.

TravelWeekend Getaway: Vieux-Montréal

The first week of October, the beginning of Fall–boots, wind, the orange, yellow and red of the trees and leaves, hot chocolates, crisp apple tarts and weekend getaways. After a 6 hour drive through the breath-taking fall foliage of New York state, we arrive in the french speaking city of Montréal, Québec, Canada. The city can be divided into four different sections: Downtown, Old Montréal, Mont-Royal Parc and Le Plateau-Mont-Royal and Mile End. In this article, we explore Vieux-Montréal.

TravelWeekend Getaway: Downtown Montréal

The first week of October, the beginning of Fall–boots, wind, the orange, yellow and red of the trees and leaves, hot chocolates, crisp apple tarts and weekend getaways. After a 6 hour drive through the breath-taking fall foliage of New York state, we arrive in the french speaking city of Montréal, Québec, Canada. The city can be divided into four different sections: Downtown, Old Montréal, Mont-Royal Parc and Le Plateau-Mont-Royal and Mile End. In this article, we explore Downtown Montréal.

FashionWalking Manhattan: From Orchid to Carroll Gardens

Fall is in the air throughout all of Manhattan–a walk down Orchid Street in the East Village, a walk across Manhattan Bridge, a stroll through Brooklyn Heights and Montague Street, and a trip to Cobble Hill and Carroll Gardens. Pumpkins, salted caramel, brisk air and warm drinks are just a few things that come to mind as fall approaches! Boots, leather jacket, fur vest and leather gloves are must-haves for cool outdoor walks.

TravelA Crisp Fall in Montréal

300 miles, 6 hours, 2 stops and a drive through the gorgeous foliage of New York State later we arrived in Montréal, Canada. A quaint, french-speaking city with a perfect balance of history and up and coming alternative neighborhoods. The crisp fall weather had me bundling up in my favorite fall accessories as we strolled along Mont-Royal Parc.

TravelLuxury Stay in Montréal: Le Méridien Versailles

Our stay at Le Méridien Versailles was a true Montréal experience, from the mix of contemporary and history, to the French speaking staff and complimentary Illy cappuccino’s. When visiting Montréal, Le Méridien Versailles is the perfect place to stay for its luxury services, friendly staff, close proximity to Rue St. Catherine and Mont Royal Parc, and its authentic Montréal experience.

FashionWalking Manhattan, NYC: 57th Street

The best time to walk around New York City in the Fall is 7PM–my walk back home from work. When the sun sets and reflects off of all the skyscrapers in midtown, the sky turns to a subdued hue of purple and pink and all of Midtown's stores light up the streets.

FashionCinq à Sept: Best of NYFW 2016

Jane Siskin, formerly a key partner at Seven for All Mankind and Elizabeth and James, launched Cinq à Sept in 2015. The Spring 2017 ready to wear show took place at Dirty French, where croissants where served alongside flowing silk, ruffles, and leopard-prints. The collection resembled a certain '60s and '70s look with archival French prints.