The Black Dress Traveler

Tastebud Travels: Cellar 6 in St. Augustine

Looking for a new place to wine and dine in America's oldest city? Simply ease on down the ancient bricks of Aviles, St. Augustine's oldest street, to sexy Cellar 6 Wine & Sangria Bar. Elegant and easy-going, Cellar 6 offers an impressive selection of wine, cocktails, and cuisine. The welcoming ambiance is further enhanced by live music several nights a week.

Located in a 100 year old building, Cellar 6's charming interior showcases recycled wood, high ceilings and an eye catching glass wine cellar located above the bar. Co-owners Craig Colee and Valerie Shubert have curated a thoughtful wine list that offers about 50 different vinos by the bottle and also by the glass. Organic and biodynamic wines are also available. Chef Eric Barrett's menu masterfully melds simple and sophisticated flavors that complement the wine and cocktail offerings. I thoroughly enjoyed my Parmesan Crusted Mahi Caesar Salad ($12.95) paired with a glass of Layer Cake Shiraz ($12, Australia). Cheers!

To learn more about Cellar 6, visit www.cellar6.net.

So Chic and Fun: Riviera Rendezvous at Allegretti

Thank you to all of the gorgeous bon vivants who attended my Riviera Rendezvous at Allegretti restaurant in New York City. Not even a pesky rainstorm could dampen our spirits!  For 2 hours the hustle and bustle of the Big Apple disappeared as we enjoyed Chef Alain Allegretti's delicious hors d'oeuvres, sipped Riviera Rum Splash cocktails & Rose wine, and were pampered with mini facial and hand treatments courtesy of Lierac Paris skincare. Merci to Allegretti for hosting this very special evening.

  

 

 

 

  

 

Real Deal: $89 Hotel Rooms at San Francisco's 4 Star Hotel Adagio

Darlings, leave your heart in San Francisco but not all of your hard earned money!

Hotel Adagio, a luxury boutique hotel with 171 guest rooms in San Francisco’s theater district, is offering special spring time rates starting at $89. Conveniently located just off Union Square, the Adagio is also home to Cortez Restaurant and Bar. Cortez's creative Mediterranean cuisine was recognized in the 2008 Michelin Guide, recently received a Three Star review from San Francisco restaurant critic Michael Bauer (San Francisco Chronicle) and was named one of the "66 Hottest New Restaurants in the World" in the May 2007 edition of Condé Nast Traveler Magazine. 

Hotel Adagio is located at 550 Geary Street. 

This package can be booked online by visiting the website at www.jdvhotels.com/adagio, using the code 89RATE.