The Upgrade by SUITCASE Magazine

SUITCASE Magazine
The Upgrade by SUITCASE Magazine

Travel smarter with SUITCASE Magazine’s Editor Fleur Rollet-Manus and Contributing Editor Amira Hashish. We’re spotlighting up-and-coming destinations, sharing our best-kept secrets from around the world and checking in with the people who are shaking up the way we travel. Thought all trips went smoothly for our editors? We’ll let you in on some of our not-so postcard-worthy moments too.

  1. Now Playing: Our Inside Scoop to LA, California

    07/12/2022

    Now Playing: Our Inside Scoop to LA, California

    Calling upon Adam Burke – President & CEO of LA Tourism – and Francine Sheridan – Regional Vice president for Europe and the Middle East for LA Tourism – we’ll be spotlighting their go-to LA recommendations, sharing their insider stories and showcasing the places our audience should have on-radar in this conversation-starting podcast episode.  From world-class museums, world-class gastronomy and a whole host of red carpet-approved experiences, we’ll be giving our audience all the tools, tips and tricks to start planning their Los Angeles adventures. Whether they’re seasoned visitors or first-time travellers, we’re lifting the lid on the best spots for brunch, art exhibitions not to miss and the beaches locals want to keep a secret.  Throw in some editor-approved recommendations from our podcast co-hosts and you’ve got yourself a LA adventure where anything is possible.  Discover what’s playing at discoverlosangeles.com/ Adam’s & Francine’s Insider Recommendations to LA To Stay: Venice V Hotel  Short Stories Fairmont Century Plaza Dream Hotel Hollywood The Conrad Hotel  To Eat: La Cha Cha Cha Republique  Browse Dine LA roster of events  N/Naka  To Drink: Homebound Brewhaus (formerly Imperial Brewing Company) To Do: Academy Museum of Motion Pictures  Catch a Los Angeles Angels game Explore the Original Farmers Market LACMA  Visit the Arts District in DTLA Catch a live show at Hollywood Bowl Dogpound to get your sweat on To Shop Clae for eco-conscious kicks  The Grove Our Editor-Approved LA Hotspots The Peppermint Club for a celebrity-fuelled night out. Stay in the Silver Lake Pool and Inn  Amira’s foodie favourites: L&E Oyster Bar for seafood; Bowery Bungalow; Bacari for glam patio vibes; Mother Wolf for fine dining vibes; Causita for Puruvian Japanese fusion and All Day Baby for something casual And for fashionistas: Mohawk General Store, and for vintage Golden Age Fleur’s Culver City foodie picks: Lonzo’s Hatchet Hall Jackson Market Deli

    51 min
  2. Tacos, Tequila and Under-the-Radar Mexico with Michelin-Starred Chef Santiago Lastra

    13/07/2022

    Tacos, Tequila and Under-the-Radar Mexico with Michelin-Starred Chef Santiago Lastra

    This episode is proudly sponsored by away.  Follow @away on Instagram, Twitter & TikTok. Or to browse the full line-up and find your ideal travel companion, visit their website at awaytravel.com or IRL at their London store, located in vibey Seven Dials. Nicknamed the “nomadic chef,” Santiago Lastra has cooked the learnings of his international travels into the Michelin-star kitchen of his Mexican-British fusion restaurant, KOL. Taking inspiration from kitchens in the 27 countries he’s worked in, Lastra has presented London with new ways to use local ingredients, grounded in the flavours and techniques of Mexico, his home country. Listen in as the pioneer culinarian details his journey to not only success, but a sense of purpose.  On the heels of three family deaths, the then 15-year-old Santiago Lastra found solace in cooking for his mother and brother. Watching from the kitchen, the young chef witnessed the power of quality food to brighten the darkest of moments and has chased that feeling ever since.  After bouncing around the world, Lastra settled on London to open KOL, the first Mexican restaurant in the UK to have a Michelin star –– and within the first year of opening nonetheless. The once solo-mission has now granted him with a new, and thriving, community in a city where he’s most definitely made his mark. Plus, Lastra gives insider tips on exploring Mexico City, the origin place of his culinary career.  This episode was recorded at Soho Works, the members-only co-working space from Soho House with locations in Los Angeles, London and New York. Visit sohoworks.com. Keep up with our hosts’ travels and follow Fleur Rollet-Manus on @fleur_rm and Amira Hashish on @thedesigneditor.

    41 min
4.8
out of 5
31 Ratings

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Travel smarter with SUITCASE Magazine’s Editor Fleur Rollet-Manus and Contributing Editor Amira Hashish. We’re spotlighting up-and-coming destinations, sharing our best-kept secrets from around the world and checking in with the people who are shaking up the way we travel. Thought all trips went smoothly for our editors? We’ll let you in on some of our not-so postcard-worthy moments too.

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