The Rabbit Place- La Lapin Sauté
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The Rabbit Place- La Lapin Sauté

You may not fall down the rabbit hole, but upon entering Le Lapin Sauté, you will find yourself in a Beatrix Potter-meets-Disney-themed establishment. A medley of flower pots are transformed into bell-like ornaments to welcome passer-byes into the warmth of this cozy restaurant. Decorative eggs strung from old vines twist across the walls and around…

Foie Gras and Carnivore Lovers Dine at Au Pied de Cochon
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Foie Gras and Carnivore Lovers Dine at Au Pied de Cochon

Tom is the ultimate foodie, and I usually just tag along and eat everything he orders. A few years ago, Tom raved about Au Pied de Cochon and the 20 courses of foie gras, pig, and organ meat he consumed. It sounded absolutely disgusting to me, and a heart attack in the making. But he took his…

About Us

About Us

Welcome to Epicurean Expats!   A Little About Us We are not 20-somethings trying to hit 30 countries before we are 30, and we are not retirees with a fixed income and time on our hands. We are a working couple who found a way to live our dream in other countries before retirement age….

Valley Ho- Scottsdale’s Premiere Boutique Hotel
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Valley Ho- Scottsdale’s Premiere Boutique Hotel

Hollywood hipsters, drive-in theaters, and rock’n’roll defined the 1950s.  Even before Scottsdale had a downtown of big name shops, upscale dining, and artsy galleries, Valley Ho was the private retreat for the rich and famous. Today, it’s a glimpse into the past with the modern luxury of today. Designed by Edward L. Varney in 1956,…

Momofuku’s Comfort Korean Fusion Cuisine
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Momofuku’s Comfort Korean Fusion Cuisine

Momofuku Ssäm Bar’s Korean fusion cuisine never ceases to amaze us. The food is tremendous, and the artistic presentation and creative preparation really make you forget where you are and what’s around you. The conversational drone and blaring music fade away and you devote every fiber of your being to enjoying these edible masterpieces. The…