Lisa E Freedman, My Journal Through Life, is the Home Base & Blog for LF Media Ink, a Boutique PR/Marketing Company specialized in the Arts, Entertainment & Travel Industries. Enjoy!
Lisa E Freedman, My Journal Through Life, is the Home Base & Blog for LF Media Ink, a Boutique PR/Marketing Company specialized in the Arts, Entertainment & Travel Industries. Enjoy!
Morning Rituals at The Cafe: Breakfast and Brunch at The Durham Hotel There’s something about breakfast at a great hotel that feels inherently optimistic—the promise of a new day paired with excellent coffee and thoughtfully prepared food. The Cafe at The Durham Hotel delivers on this promise beautifully, offering breakfast and brunch that feel special without being fussy, elevated without losing approachability. Whether you’re a hotel...
There’s a certain kind of weekend morning that calls for more than just grabbing coffee and a pastry to go. When you want to linger over breakfast, sip something special, and truly ease into your day, Press Coffee Crepes Cocktails in Durham delivers that kind of experience, although you could just as easily order a coffee & pastry to go here as well. This charming spot has mastered the art of the leisurely brunch—and become a beloved...
There’s something magical about dining in a space where money was once counted and now memories are made. Counting House, the signature restaurant at 21c Museum Hotel Durham, transforms the grand hall of a historic bank into one of Durham’s most distinctive dining destinations—a place where architectural heritage, contemporary art, and inventive Southern cuisine come together in perfect harmony. A Room with HistoryStep into Counting House...
This past weekend brought us to Durham, North Carolina, where the daughter of my partner’s friends got married. Like many weddings these days, especially destination weddings, the bride and groom set up a wedding website, where they offered a schedule of events for the weekend along with area attractions and hotel recommendations. We chose the 21c Museum Hotel from their recommendations, and arranged the flight, car rental and hired car to...
Nestled in the heart of Cape Cod, Fairway Restaurant & Pizzeria has been serving the North Eastham community and visitors alike as a reliable dining destination for over 20 years. Located on Route 6, this casual eatery offers the kind of straightforward, satisfying meals that keep locals coming back and tourists discovering it year after year. A Menu for EveryoneFairway lives up to its name by offering a diverse menu that goes well beyond...
When you’re looking for the perfect breakfast spot on Cape Cod, there’s one place that locals and visitors alike keep coming back to: The Hole-in-One in Orleans, Massachusetts. This family-run bakery and eatery has been a beloved fixture in the heart of Orleans for over 29 years, and once you visit, you’ll understand why. More Than Just Donuts (But the Donuts Are Amazing) While The Hole-in-One is famous for their hand-cut, oversized...
Back on the Cape, our neighbors tipped us off about the Cuffy’s of Cape Cod clearance sale. If you already love Cuffy’s at full price and in full season, you’ll love it even more during their clearance events. These sales aren’t advertised—the locals just seem to know when they’re running. Even the employees can’t say when they’ll end if you ask. You simply need to take your chances and go. Or call ahead to confirm. We thought...
Following our road trip through Connecticut and Rhode Island, we flew down to Florida for a long weekend, which included a dental procedure, dinner with friends and a look at the real estate market in and around Sarasota. No time for sightseeing, but plenty of time for dining in and out. One of the restaurants we find ourselves returning to often while in the area: Columbia Restaurant on St. Armands Circle In the heart of St. Armands Circle,...
For the occasion of my son’s 40th Birthday, we made the 5-hour drive from Cape Cod, Mass to New Rochelle, NY where my son now lives. We broke the 5-hour trip up by stopping for lunch in Old Lyme, Connecticut at a lovely restaurant by the name of The Hangry Goose. It was a beautiful day for dining al fresco on the restaurant’s patio overlooking the Lieutenant River. After picking Ben up at his apartment building, we enjoyed a lovely,...
When it comes to unforgettable dining experiences on Cape Cod, few establishments can match the breathtaking combination of culinary excellence and stunning ocean views offered at The Rooftop Restaurant at Pelham House Resort in Dennis Port, Massachusetts. Perched high above Nantucket Sound, this heated rooftop dining destination has become a must-visit spot for both resort guests and discerning food lovers from across the Cape. A Room with a...
