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24/08/2015

Great, interactive travel insights from Think with Google.

Wherever travelers go, they're online. Whether planning a trip, navigating a new city, or sharing vacation memories, they turn to the web, using whatever device is at hand. This has completely reshaped the path to purchase, creating many moments of intent. The Google data in this dashboard, updated…

28/07/2015

Another happy couple in Italy! Message us so we can help you plan a custom honeymoon today! www.leisir.com

01/06/2015

Congrats to El Celler de Can Roca and the Roca brothers for reclaiming the #1 spot on San Pellegrino and Acqua Panna's World's 50 Best Restaurants list!

The Spanish El Celler de Can Roca is once again the Best Restaurant in the World. Second place for Massimo Bottura's Osteria Francescana, Noma at third place.

20/05/2015

Which is your favorite farecasting app: KAYAK, Hopper or FLYR?

Searching for airfare online is a special kind of torment. According to a recent study by Google, the average person visits 15 websites, does seven research sessions, and takes three weeks to book a single flight.

30/03/2015

We couldn't agree more, Fast Company. Experiences > Things.

You don't have infinite money. Spend it on stuff that research tells you makes you happy.

20/02/2015

Recently engaged? Let us plan your honeymoon!

Visit our website to learn more about our customizable experiences and start planning with a Leisir travel expert today.

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03/02/2015

We are excited to announce our NEW website! Please click over to www.leisir.com and check out our upcoming tours. Don't see a destination you've been dying to travel to? Let us know and we will plan a customized experience just for you!

At leisir, we believe the best way to experience the world is through regional food and culture. That’s why we carefully curate every travel experience we offer, putting together itineraries that effortlessly lead you from one local treasure to another. From beginning to end, every trip features onl…

27/01/2015

Check out this great tour with our partner Jetvacations! All inclusive 7 night river cruise throughout the Netherlands and Belgium during Tulip Time. For reservations and more information email:[email protected] or call: 855.JET.0999. Mention *leisir* for this special offer. Happy cruising!

13/01/2015

Interesting perspective from David Chang and Lucky Peach on the dish we all love to love. Are we nearing the noodly end?

And now, a public service announcement: RAMEN IS DEAD.

31/12/2014

This article made us seriously ponder our favorite dishes of 2014-- Uni and truffles at Brooklyn Fare? Pigeon Foie at El Celler de can Roca? Or the Bolognese in Bologna?

From a food truck in Hawaii to an at-home Sunday sauce, these are the best meals we ate all year.

16/12/2014

Last year the ladies of leisir spent the holidays in San Miguel de Allende. The bohemian, ex-pat culture made it clear to see why this place was named the #1 city in the world as voted by Conde Nast Traveler readers. Where will you be spending the holidays this year?

From New Mexico to New Zealand, a world of Christmas celebrations awaits.

25/11/2014

Great advice from Bon Appétit Magazine on sipping the night away. We suggest following these tips for your upcoming holiday soirées and keeping your guests' taste buds intrigued!

The guests can bring the wine. It’s what you pour before and after the meal that they’ll really remember. Here, five ace strategies to keep the party going from start to finish.

24/11/2014

To turkey or not to turkey? What out-of-the-norm dishes does your family bring to the table? We are definitely trying David Chang's mom's braised short ribs!

Dont cook a turkey, and other tips for upgrading boring holiday food

07/11/2014

One of our absolute favorite chefs, René Redzepi, discusses losing his #1 spot and the "avalanche of disaster" that consumed 2013 for his noma team, as well as his constant struggle to innovate and inspire.

After the loss of his restaurant’s best-in-the-world title in 2013, Danish chef René Redzepi is back on top with 90 new avant-garde recipes and a pop-up eatery in Japan.

04/11/2014

Check out leisir in the November issue of JEZEBEL Magazine!

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26/10/2014

Still dreaming of these truffle clouds at El Celler De Can Roca, Girona

16/09/2014

We would love to be in the kitchen with David Chang, not to mention a secret Momofuku Test Kitchen! If only we could all fail like Dave.

Ten years after launching Momofuku Noodle Bar, chef David Chang has a restaurant empire in three countries, his own magazine and dreams of a national chain. What's the secret ingredient for his success? Failure. And it all begins inside his secret test kitchen. An exclusive tour of the mad genius' C…

25/08/2014

We couldn't agree more, Conde Nast Traveler! Join us next April to explore Emilia Romagna and the cities listed in this article.

Forget Rome and Tuscany. Some of the most delicious Italian food staples can be found in the less-trafficked Emilia-Romagna region.

20/08/2014

It takes time to develop a refined palate, but sometimes you just know what you like and what you don't like.

Reviewing notable restaurants via the simple yet extremely judgmental palate of a four-year-old has kind of become a “thing” here at the Bold Italic. Back since our second restaurant,…

14/08/2014

We love truffles here at leisir and tend to lean towards the "wild-caught", non-disrupted varieties discussed in this article. Which do you prefer? Don't forget you can come truffle hunting with us next June on our Umbria & Tuscany experience!

Now that truffles are grown everywhere from Oregon to Namibia, what does it mean for American chefs, not to mention European truffle barons?

12/08/2014

So many tomatoes, so little time. As we get close to the end of Summer, we decided to celebrate our favorite Summertime vegetable with a little !! What's your favorite way to eat this Summer staple?

24/07/2014

Three reasons why we love : 1- its architecture and Medieval charm, 2- its colorful frescoes and sculptures, 3- well, its balsamic, of course!

16/07/2014

Did you know that the tallest leaning tower is not in Pisa? That's right. The title goes to the Tower of Asinelli in Bologna, Italy.

11/07/2014

Get ready for Summer movies with these exotic snacks from around the globe!

Watching a movie would not be complete without popcorn and soda—but have you ever wondered what people around the world snack on when they...

10/07/2014

Check out this video of our favorite US based salt harvester, Jacobsen Salt Co.!

Salt is one of man's oldest, most-used and most important ingredients. But do you have any idea where your salt comes from? See how Jacobsen Salt is producin...