Barb Harmon

Barb Harmon is a freelance travel writer, and blogger with a yen for food, wine, and fashion. As hopeless Francophiles, she and her husband are planning to move to France; spring 2019. Barb's articles have appeared in a variety of publications including The Good Life France Magazine, International Living, Fund Your Life Overseas, and more. She's a member of The International Travel Writers Alliance (ITWA). Visit her blog at; Chasingthenextchapter.com

Hamburger and fries at Biglari Café in Saint-Tropez

Biglari Café: Port Side Dining in Saint-Tropez, France

It’s all about location, location, location, and delicious food. Biglari Café‘s location could not be better; this trendy café on the enchanting port of [amazon_textlink asin=’1465467971′ text=’Saint-Tropez’ template=’ProductLink’ store=’theyums-20′ marketplace=’US’ link_id=’c02772ea-0938-11e9-be76-8105a097597e’], offers dazzling views of the Mediterranean and the super yachts steps ahead. Barely sixteen months old, Biglari Café has won the hearts of both

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The Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild and French garden with fountains

Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild: Lunch & History in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, France

Built on a rocky promontory, high above the Bays of Villefranche and Beaulieu-sur-Mer, the awe-inspiring Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild and its nine themed gardens offer one of the best views in the French Riviera.  While [amazon_textlink asin=’B06XTGF2DR’ text=’Baroness Bèatrice Ephrussi de Rothschild’ template=’ProductLink’ store=’theyums-20′ marketplace=’US’ link_id=’833d566d-fbd9-11e8-a8d4-d5de25067d90′], owned several magnificent villas in the [amazon_textlink asin=’1465467971′ text=’South

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Interior of Café Rama in San Miguel, Mexico

Café Rama: Bistro, Bar, and Art Gallery in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico

Quirky, amusing, one-of-a-kind, best describes Café Rama. From the outside, the restaurant appears compact and unassuming, but once you step through the threshold, you’ve entered a sizable wonderland of whimsy. Original artwork covers the walls; unmatched chandeliers cascade from the ceiling, old-school cartoons grace the big screens; this is funk at its best. And the

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Peoria Arizona

Fire Station No. 1: Where History, Good Food, And Drink Come Together

From the outside, the red brick building is unassuming but step through the side door and BAM, you’ll be struck by the ‘wow factor.’ Fire Station No. 1, is a bonanza of all things firefighter. The building started life as a movie theater in the 20s, becoming the first fire station in 1954 where it

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Café Riche

Café Riche: Brasserie Dining In Montpellier, France

When you find a spot that is popular with the ‘locals’, you’re almost guaranteed a positive dining experience. The crowded Café Riche with its lively terrace and belle époque architecture has been serving the discriminating palettes of Montpellier since 1893. A favorite with the locals, Café Riche is a reasonably priced brasserie with a fun

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Café de Flore - Paris - France

Café de Flore: A French Café With A Pedigree

Café de Flore has rightly earned the reputation of being one of the most famous cafés in the world. Since 1887, it has hosted numerous literary figures, movie stars, and celebs. [amazon_textlink asin=’0684843323′ text=’Ernest Hemingway’ template=’ProductLink’ store=’theyums-20′ marketplace=’US’ link_id=’eed0d2f0-9b28-11e8-9a87-af7b2ea00982′] proclaimed it his favorite café back in the day. Café de Flore has inspired books— and

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