Dining in London with kids: the Mad Hatter’s tea, our Marriott breakfast, Aqua Shard, and Indigo at One Aldwych, with what we ordered and what it cost.
Getting around London with kids: how we used black cabs, the Tube, Uber, and walking, plus what we spent and how we got to Southampton for our cruise.
Our relaxed 3-night London with kids itinerary: Mad Hatter’s tea, the British Museum, Buckingham Palace, Mamma Mia!, costs, and what we skipped.
Our London Marriott County Hall review after three nights with kids: the Deluxe Double Family Room, breakfast in The Library, and the free VIK program.
Our honest Virgin Atlantic review after flying LAX to London with our kids: Economy Delight, the food, a two-hour tarmac delay, and tips for families.
We gave La Monique, the 14-table French brasserie at the Oceana in Santa Monica, a second chance after Valentine's Day. Here's what to order, from escargot poppers to the chocolate soufflé.
An honest Muse Santa Monica review after three visits: how to get a reservation, what to order, what to skip, and the dessert we get every time.
Our Cafe Landwer Brentwood review: great hummus, a $24 schnitzel for two, plenty for my vegan brother, and frozen yogurt downstairs at Go Greek.
Our honest review of Bad Roman Beverly Hills: the must-order garlic babka, fun cocktails, the secret menu, what to skip, and why dessert is the highlight.
We took a rare kid-free trip to Telefèric Barcelona for tapas and cocktails, then walked down San Vicente to Bacio di Latte for gelato. Here's our honest take on both, including the one dish we won't order again.