The Bougie Foodie

08/20/2024

Chicago-Style Pizza Isn’t Deep Dish, Here’s Where to Find the Real Thing 🍕

In Chicago for the DNC? Here are my top 5 picks for authentic Chicago-style pizza. 👇🏼

06/25/2024

🔑🔑🔑The Michelin Key, a new hotel rating system from Michelin, has made its way to the United States after its initial launch in France.

Hotels in certain states, including California, New York, and Florida, were eligible for the distinction, and of the 124 Michelin Key hotels in the U.S., I can offer perks at 98.

Even if a Michelin Key hotel is not part of a larger preferred partner program, I can still book and level up your stay. Michelin is part of Tablet and Fora’s exclusive integration with Tablet unlocks VIP rates and perks at their one-of-a-kind properties worldwide.

Below, I’ve highlighted a few of my favorite Michelin Key hotels — from three-Key stunners to one-Key gems. Following the highlights, I’ve listed all of the hotels included in each Key category (I was spoiled for choice regarding which ones to spotlight!).

When you’re ready to book your Michelin-approved stay, reach out to plan, book, and get the most out of your trip.

05/14/2024

Planning a California Road Trip? 🚗🌅

This iconic route along Pacific Highway 1 is the ultimate road trip adventure! Here are some of the must-see stops along the way.

03/22/2024

Sometimes a meal is so good that you remember how it tastes long after the last bite. That’s what happened to me after a glorious meal at Chez Panisse on my 50th birthday last year.

This year, I spent time in the Zen Den creating meals that honor the great Alice Waters. See what I made and get the recipe for the best Brussels ever in the latest Food for Thought Newsletter.

My 51st birthday, a toast to Alice Waters, and the best damn Brussels sprouts ever.

02/28/2024

Have you ever made fougasse?

I recently learned how to make this traditional French bread so I could bring it to a party for my mom.

Read all about my semi-successful first attempt and get the recipe I used via the link in my bio or below.👇🏼

https://beacons.ai/joyschoeph

01/25/2024

The path of focaccia from start to finish.

How does this glop of flour, water, salt, and yeast turn into something so delicious?