Situated in the Mayfair area of Central London is one of only four Alfred Dunhill “Home” locations in the world. Located in a centuries-old former residence of the Duke of Westminster, this lifestyle temple of all things Dunhill is both indulgent and tasteful at first sight. The ultimate in masculine luxury can be found here [...]
There are countless ways to over indulge in Las Vegas, with my personal favorite being the quintessential bottomless champagne brunch (is there any other kind?). Having experienced a number of these gastronomic glutton-fests, I’ve discovered a “system of eating” at Vegas buffets that’s sure to lend a sense of value, as well as assist you [...]
During what was only my second visit to Santa Fe as an adult, I arrived at the home of artist Max Lehman, a sizeable property just a short drive north of town. Here again, I was struck by visual contradictions found throughout Santa Fe. The artist’s home is a beautiful mid-century… adobe. Two-foot thick mud [...]
Cunard While the golden era of trans-Atlantic crossings began a steady decline decades ago, Cunard has been steadfast in its mission to maintain its upscale, iconic brand, most notably with the launch of the Queen Mary 2 in 2004. Featuring the prerequisite opulent public rooms and a distinctive red funnel, her extra-thick steel hull was [...]
Where to breakfast, lunch and dinner in palm springs with Joseph Schmitt
By Alesha Vanata I’ll never forget the day a bottle of wine changed my life. The exact moment I realized that the fermented grape juice I was drinking was much more than just a teeth-staining, delicious libation. It was the evening that I realized that the opening of a bottle of wine, had as much [...]
An integral destination in your cultural explorations of Santa Fe will be Museum Hill, a short drive or shuttle ride from Santa Fe’s downtown Plaza. Here you’ll find four distinct museums that beautifully chronicle the last 400 years in Santa Fe’s history from different perspectives. Located on this hilltop overlooking Santa Fe, The Museum of [...]
During what was only my second visit to Santa Fe as an adult, I arrived at the home of artist Max Lehman, a sizeable property just a short drive north of town. Here again, I was struck by visual contradictions found throughout Santa Fe. The artist’s home is a beautiful mid-century… adobe. Two-foot thick mud [...]
An integral destination in your cultural explorations of Santa Fe will be Museum Hill, a short drive or shuttle ride from Santa Fe’s downtown Plaza. Here you’ll find four distinct museums that beautifully chronicle the last 400 years in Santa Fe’s history from different perspectives. Located on this hilltop overlooking Santa Fe, The Museum of [...]
The Basic Ingredients: There are many ingredients that typify New Mexican cuisine, such as goat cheese, pine nuts, squash, avocados, black and pinto beans. You will find these ingredients in almost every restaurant in Santa Fe, in some dish or another. But there are two food items that instantly come to mind when I think [...]
New Mexico has become a spa enthusiast’s go-to destination for treatments and spas that utilize the regions natural beauty and indigenous products, in settings that range from unique and quirky to downright luxurious. And at the heart of this growing spa culture across the state are a few noteworthy places that should be on your spa [...]
Welcome to the Southwest- Welcome to vonSchmitt.com. Whether you are a resident of the picturesque American Southwest, a frequent visitor, or someone who has always dreamt of exploring our pristine beaches, snow-packed mountains, magnificent deserts, and multi-cultural communities, you have found an online magazine devoted to showcasing our signature Southwest lifestyles. vonSchmitt.com is the culmination of a lifetime of [...]
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