The Mild Observer

It’s not often we witness both dignity and humility in a person. In my opinion, these qualities tend not to coexist without sacrificing one for the other. I was fortunate enough to experience this yesterday with a remarkable woman whom I had only met once before. It was her 90th birthday celebration and although we spoke for just a moment, I was so impressed with her. The overwhelming love and sincere adoration given her was palpable. She has seen the world change in so many ways and has touched so many lives. The respect she was accredited was a testament to that and I cannot begin to grasp the wealth of memories she possesses or the influence she has inspired. I do know that I consider myself truly honored to have been there and I can only hope that my own life can resemble the examples she has set.

At least it is for Daniel Boulud ... Photo by Medilek Mandarin Oriental annouced today that it will partner with the French chef for his first outpost in Europe at The Group's historic and award-winning hotel in London.  Bar Boulud opens next spring at Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park  as a classicly inspired bistro and wine bar similar to its predecessor in New York. Bar Boulud, London  will bost a separate entrance on Knightsbridge and will offer exquisite design by Adam D. Tihany . With a signature charcuterie bar, select French wines, and the finest ingredients, London's culinary scene just got better (or, it will in 2010).

Inspiration: " Life can only be understood backwards, but it must be lived forwards. " - Soren Kierkegaard Perseverance: “ Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time.” - Thomas Alva Edison Discovery: “ For my part, I travel not to go anywhere, but to go. I travel for travel’s sake. The great affair is to move. ” – Robert Louis Stevenson