Hello my little cherubs! This week I have made a list of my top romantic restaurants in five of the most visited cities in the United States! Here they are.
Malibu, CA
Geoffrey’s
Located on the site of the former Holiday House, a resort/hotel/watering hole to the stars for decades, it was designed by world-famous architect Richard Neutra. It opened its doors in 1948, and immediately established itself as the ultimate destination, hosting the gods and goddesses of its day, including Frank Sinatra, Shirley MacLaine, and Lana Turner. Holiday House attracted more than just the crème de la crème of Hollywood, though-it also was the place where a then-unknown senator from Massachusetts by the name of John F. Kennedy began a lengthy affair with Hollywood legend Marilyn Monroe.
As one classic died, though, a new one was born. In 1983, Holiday House ended its glorious run when Harvey Baskin, a financier/gourmand/nature lover, purchased it and created what is known today as Geoffrey’s Malibu.
Baskin proved to be a genius at cultivating the natural beauty that came to be the calling card at Geoffrey’s Malibu. He redesigned the space so that every seat in the house had a panoramic view of the ocean, one in which there were no boundaries between the restaurant and the splendor in which it was surrounded.
San Francisco, CA
BIX
BIX’s elegant, two-story interior is distinguished by a graceful mahogany bar, fluted columns with ornate capitals, stunning original art, plush banquettes, cozy booths, starched linens, glittering glasses and polished flatware.
Through the years, BIX has been featured in movies, magazines, books and commercials as the quintessential San Francisco restaurant.The ambiance is pure 1930s and ’40s — tasteful art moderne reminiscent of the glory days of Cunard and French Line ships. Fashionable and glamorous are the hallmarks. Trendy is simply not a part of the BIX culture.
Orlando, FL
Norman’s
Tantalize your tastebuds at NORMAN’S, the award-winning restaurant featuring celebrity Chef Norman Van Aken’s acclaimed New World Cuisine as the culinary centerpiece. Fusion of Latin, Caribbean and Asian recipes with traditional European technique. Large windows and outdoor terrace feature breathtaking views of the lake, golf course and gardens.
Legendary chef Norman Van Aken is known internationally as “the founding father of New World Cuisine”. This fusion of Latin, Caribbean, Asian, African and American flavors initially came into prominence in the mid-1980s, when Van Aken led a quartet of top South Florida chefs, referred to as the “Mango Gang,” and they placed South Florida’s New World Cuisine on the international culinary map. He is also known as the man who introduced the term “Fusion Cooking” to the world.
New York, NY
Salon de Ning
Salon de Ning- a stylish bar and lounge in Midtown Manhattan- with stunning views over fifth avenue. Located on the rooftop terrace of the Penninsula New York. East meets West in Salon de Ning, where Chinese and international influences fuse into a stylish melange of cultures, reflecting the glamor and style of 1930′s Shanghai- “The Paris of the East”.The dramatic rooftop terraces provide the perfect venue for private events.
Salon de Ning is a seamless cobination of a clubby lounge and bar venue, with a unique collection of travel mementos, art and “objects”.
Washington DC
Marcel’s
Chef and owner Robert Wiedmaier opened Marcel’s restaurant in 1999 and has recieved significant and wide acclaim for his exxceptional cuisine. Marcel’s is an elegant restaurant that consistently wins top awards and ratings for fine dining in Washington, and is named after Robert’s first born son.
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Hugs and kisses,
