The latest Culture stories on Tango Diva http://www.tangodiva.com/index.php?page=features&cat=1 Fri, 12 Jan 2007 03:02:00 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://www.tangodiva.com/index.php?page=features&j=1&cat=2&story_id=594 On most African safaris, the “Big Five” of African big game—including Lion, Elephant, Cape Buffalo, Leopard and Rhino—is the main attraction. http://www.tangodiva.com/index.php?page=features&j=1&cat=2&story_id=575 At first I wasn't sure if I was interviewing the director of the Michelin Guide or the next potential James Bond. Jean-Luc Naret is movie star handsome, suave, sophisticated, and as beautifully appointed as many of the restaurants the guides cover. http://www.tangodiva.com/index.php?page=features&j=1&cat=2&story_id=573 Mix one part small town bargirl and squeeze a slice of big city girl, shake it up with crushed ice and pour a frosted glass of—me. It’s like splashing a bit of beer with Vermouth and Gin for making the perfect martini—impossible and unadvised. http://www.tangodiva.com/index.php?page=features&j=1&cat=2&story_id=570 Looking for jewelry that is exotic and artistic? Consider Yemenite filigree. http://www.tangodiva.com/index.php?page=features&j=1&cat=2&story_id=552 Five must-see stops on the California coast! <p>Winding 90 miles through breathtaking Big Sur, Highway 1 is the quintessential California road trip and some of its most stunning scenery starts just south of the Monterey Peninsula. http://www.tangodiva.com/index.php?page=features&j=1&cat=2&story_id=535 In considering my first article for Tango Diva, I contemplated writing about my time spent abroad or perhaps in New York, but finally settled on a subject much closer to my heart—my home. I hail from New Mexico, the Land of Enchantment: home to aliens, nuclear test sites, and Georgia O’Keeffe. http://www.tangodiva.com/index.php?page=features&j=1&cat=2&story_id=533 Chiang Mai, Thailand... In my fantasy, I am Keeper of the Royal Elephants for his Majesty, The King of Thailand: <br>"Bring me a female White Elephant," my King commands. "Sacred and rare, they're not easily found. I hear they are charmed by purple orchids." http://www.tangodiva.com/index.php?page=features&j=1&cat=2&story_id=532 Picture yourself on a long stretch of white sand beach. You’re carrying your brand new Gucci tote and you’re enjoying an aperitif while watching the sun set over the ocean. Checking your watch, you realize you need to leave for your dinner reservation at a chic restaurant owned by a famous chef. No, you’re not in the south of France or on an island in Hawaii. You are a mere two and half hour drive south of Manhattan in Atlantic City, New Jersey. http://www.tangodiva.com/index.php?page=features&j=1&cat=2&story_id=523 “Ciao!” I shouted to the gondoliers as they glided past, their passengers waving up to me as I stood on the balcony of my room in a beautiful old hotel on the Grand Canal. I sang along with their romantic songs while I watched the many gondolas traverse from one bridge to another, some holding couples who were kissing as they passed my window. http://www.tangodiva.com/index.php?page=features&j=1&cat=2&story_id=516 Hi, my name is Lesley and I am addicted to Mate.