Our (insider’s) London TO-DO list:

LAY YOUR HEAD:
Grand Ole Dame: The Goring. Adjacent to Buckingham Palace and a walk to all the Royal parks. Some pics from our stay here
On the Park: The Lanesborough. A luxury hotel in Knightsbridge overlooking Hyde Park. Some pics from our stay here
New and Trendy: Belgraves. Thompson Hotels’ newest property is nestled on a quiet street in the heart of Belgravia

NOSH:
Aspley’s, Knightsbridge - Splurge on this Michelin starred chef and restaurant in the heart of Knightbridge. Opt for the tasting menu with wine pairing, you won’t be disappointed
Bluebird, Chelsea - a cute spot for breakfast, lunch or a coupe of champagne mid-day
The Warrington, Notting Hill - for a proper Sunday roast
The Summerhouse, Little Venice. Canalside dining with a welcoming seaside thematic
Story Deli, Shoreditch - pizza for hipsters. Some pics from our meal here

SHOP:
Emilia Wickstead - London’s newest designer darling has a small atelier in Belgravia full of beautifully strong yet feminine separates
The V&A Museum Gift Shop - full of treasures and knick-knacks from around the world
Columbia Road Flower Market and shops - Market is open every Sunday (8AM - 3 PM). The street itself is also full of beautiful independent and one-off boutiques so be sure to save time for shop-hopping. Some pics from our trip here
Cafeand - Full of unique and one-off goods this part gallery-part shop-part cafe is a treasure hunter’s paradise

CAFFEINATE:
Fernandez & Wells, three locations for your pleasure and known by locals as the best coffee in Central London. Some pics from our visit here
Kaffeine, near Oxford Circus is a kiwi run establishment that takes their coffee making seriously
Department of Coffee and Social Affairs, In the City (financial district) near the diamond jewelers and some neat food/clothing stalls (known collectively as Leather Lane Market) you’ll find this gem of a coffee house
Monmouth Coffee - there are three locations, but we love the one in Borough market as there is the added benefit of being able to grab a choripan before or after from the Argentine stall right across the way

LEARN:
The Saatchi Gallery, Chelsea. Contemporary art by emerging artists from home and abroad. Some pics from our visit here
The V&A - ‘David Bowie Is’ exhibition is on until early August. A must!
Some pics from our visit here

QUAFF:
The Builder’s Arms, South Kensington
The Punchbowl, Mayfair
The Foyer Bar at Claridges, Mayfair
The Goring Lobby Bar, Belgravia
The Garden Room, Knightbridge

We’re excited to be ambassadors for Skinny Cow. You may know them for their mighty delicious ice cream sandwiches (our summer fixation). Well it turns out that Skinny Cow has recently launched a collection of indulgent snack’s. As a result, we’re being caught with our hand in the proverbial cookiejar far too often these days.

In light of this partnership, we are bringing you a series of ‘Best of’ lists to keep you in the skinny on what’s up for mom’s, dad’s and their tot’s to pass these cold winter weekends. Top 10 indoor less conventional “play spaces” are below.

1) Gallery crawling - Neubacher Shor Contemporary is a favourite of ours. The beautiful, bright, large rooms and tall ceilings feel almost as good as being outside, so its a great place to run your kid around to tire them out before bedtime or naptime. The gallerists are a husband and wife duo with two beautiful bambinos of their own, so somehow its more acceptable. They’re launching a great, new show February 21st, “Strange Beauties” with paintings by Jen Mann.

2) Allan Gardens - for the budding horticulturists why not check out these beautiful botanical and exotic gardens. The deep colours and leafy greens are a great way to catch their attention and spark their imaginations.
Hours of operation: 10 am - 5 pm, 365 days/year, Free admission

2) The Royal Ontario Museum - we’re proud card carrying members of the ROM and can’t say enough good things about the convenience and value the membership provides. There are so many nooks and crannies for your littles to explore and its just overflowing with potential playmates.

3) Joyriding the subway - OK maybe its not exactly joy-inducing for mom and dad, but during off hours on weekends, those long tubes can be full of exciting discovery and room to run and explore.

4) St Lawrence Market - The sights, the sounds and most of all - the TASTES make visits to the market a perfect year-round destination. Our family loves to eat, and we hope to pass along our passion for food to our children. What a perfect place to start.

5) The Power Plant - as art lovers this museum is a no-brainer. As parents trying to maintain our sanity and some sense of ‘normality’ to our post-baby weekends, we love it for all the open space to crawl or run, free admission and feast-for-the-visual-senses! Great show on right now: Beat Nation - Art, Hip Hop and Aboriginal Culture.

6) Smock Cafe - perhaps not as unconventional as the ideas listed above, but we still love this beautiful space for an enjoyable time-out from the chaos.

7) IndigoKids - where to begin - its better than a library for starters, because you don’t have to whisper. Its full of books you don’t have at home, coffee for mom & dad, all kinds of toys and other little munchkins.

8) Home Depot and Canadian Tire - admittedly, not an obvious choice of destinations, but those aisles are looong and wiiiiide - perfect for getting the sillies out. Our boy loves the tool department. And you can cross off a few items on your to-do list if need-be.

9) Union Station - A National Historic Site of Canada, Beaux-Art soaring ceilings and arches, a perfect place to people watch, train watch and have play a game of “chase” (one of Atticus’ favourites).

10) Kensington Market - Since its not completely indoors, we reserve this for the rare ‘mild winter day’ (sounds like an oxymoron). Food from around the world, colourful fresh produce, Toronto’s multiculturalism at its best!

Have a great weekend and don’t forget to pack a Skinny Cow Heavenly Crisp in your purse!

Atticus’ City Guides Legend:


SF = Stroller Friendly

BC = Baby Carrier recommended because its either tight quarters, too many stairs, too many cobblestones, no elevator or in-appropriate to barge in and take up space with a “small vehicle”


CS = We recommend bringing/using a car seat at this establishment as it is more of a discreet mode of baby transportation and baby can be left asleep while you enjoy the scene.

Our TO-DO List for a family visiting NY with a toddler:                                                    

The Catskills:
1) Stay: The Breathe Inn - owned by a very rad couple from Brooklyn, The Breathe Inn is not your run-of-the-mill B&B. The couple transformed this beautiful old Victorian home (once a rooming house and then a battered woman’s retreat) into a hip destination in the middle of the Catskill mountains (NB not a doily or lace curtain in sight). Kitted out with authentic street art, John Robshaw linens, a yoga studio, teepee on the lawn and cozy fire pit for evening sing-alongs, this is one helluva weekend spot. Super kid friendly - Inn keepers have two beautiful children themselves, and a quiet dog, Luna. Some pics from our stay here.
2) Dinner at Cucina in Woodstock was a trip highlight. A quintessential front porch table gave us a breathtaking view of the gorgeous sunset. And as the sun dipped below the mountains we enjoyed some local fare, prepared by an anything-but-local chef. (They offer highchairs)
3) Peekamoose - part lodge, part creekside restaurant, part highway diner, Peekamoose is a fun and delicious family-friendly institution. With some friendly looking taxidermy adorning the walls and a menu heavy on local brews and comfort food, we immediately felt right at home. Visit highlight was definitely the help-yourself s’mores out by the firepit. (CS)
4) Hike to Kaaterskill Falls, a two-tier cascade near Palenville (BC)
5) Antiquing - lots of great weekend flea markets and vintage shops in nearby Woodstock where you can uncover a perfectly thread bare Grateful Dead tee, or sweet vintage denim that MAY have been worn to the original Woodstock… (SF)
6) Juice it up at: Press + Blend ORGANIC  - they also serve Stumptown coffee (SF)
7) Peace, Love & Cupcakes for sweet cravings - this groovy little hippy-run cupcake shop was the Food Network’s Winner for the Best Cake in the Country! The Johnny Winter was a personal have. (SF)

NYC:
1) Stay: Gansevoort Park Hotel for easy access to uptown and downtown, Tribeca Grand for right-in-the-heart-of-things action.
2) Traif - this is what happens when a kosher chef tries pork and shellfish for the first time later in life. The menu is a love letter to these once-forbidden foods. On this particular night, we opted for a babysitter (email if you need her contact info) and a night out in Brooklyn. We suggest the chef’s menu and house reco for wine.
4) Randolph Beer - a local watering hole on the edge of NOLITA with a killer brew list and great re-invented bar food classics. (CS)
5) For Jamaican eats on-the-go or dine-in (casual spot with a few tables) be sure to try Miss Lily’s and Melvin’s Juice Box for some mean green liquid health!  (SF)
6) The Smile - great coffee stop to fuel up midday.  (BC - note there are a bunch of steps to get into the cafe)
7) An afternoon or morning at the MOMA is always a great way to recharge. We checked out the Century of the Child exhibit as well as some of the staple installations.
8) Shop: Warm - a seasonally curated boutique full of homeware, clothing and accessories for woman, children and babies. (SF)
9) Stumptown Coffee at The Ace Hotel is a perfect place to caffeinate and people watch                                                                                                                                  10) New York City Public Library: Stephen A. Schwarzman Building - because it’s one of the most magnificent buildings in America and because their circulating children’s collection is a fun place to relax with your wee one for an hour of quiet time

Atticus’ City Guides Legend:


SF = Stroller Friendly


BC = Baby Carrier recommended because its either tight quarters, too many stairs, too many cobblestones, no elevator or in-appropriate to barge in and take up space with a “small vehicle”


CS = We recommend bringing/using a car seat at this establishment as it is more of a discreet mode of baby transportation and baby can be left asleep while you enjoy the scene.

Our TO-DO List for a family visiting LA with a babe-in-arms:
Hotels:

1) Stay: Palihouse West Hollywood as the rooms are all suites (in-room laundry) perfect for a little family. Avalon, in Beverly Hills. Good size rooms and cribs available.  We loved the retro vibe - interiors designed by Kelly Wearstler.

2) For longer stays we recommend renting a place on Airbnb - its nice to have a home away from home when staying somewhere for an extended visit and there is lots of “inventory” in LA to choose from. We found an awesome spot in the hills above Beverly Hills and loved escaping up to our hideaway after a day or night of socializing.

3) Commissary Coffee and Eggslut foodtruck - a perfect pairing. You can order your breaky from the truck and sit on the patio of Commissary to people watch with your coffee.

4) Jones on Third - sort of like a glorified Dean & Deluca if they had seating. The coffee is AMAZING and the desserts are to die for (coconut cupcakes)! Beautiful salads and sandwiches for lunch.

5) Ink Sack - for amazing sandwich’s on the go, this little hole in the wall is run by one of the food network chef’s - Michael Voltagio

6) Son of a Gun - we’ve seen this genre of restaurant before, but they do deliver some exceptional comfort seafood in a cozy environment. Do yourself a favor and order the lobster rolls, shrimp toast and broadbent’s country ham. You won’t be disappointed.

7) Gjelina’s - An old stand-by, and always worth the drive out to Venice. Some snaps from our last visit.

8) Polo Lounge at the Beverly Hills Hotel - Old school institution, total scene and fun for people watching. Be sure to order their wedge salad.

9) The Eveleigh - amazing views of the city - right on Sunset. Feels more like a nyc haunt. Shabby-chic/reclaimed-wood type decor. Like being in an old wooden cottage but for the magnificent views of the city. Known for their cocktails, brunch and Friday lunches.

10) Dominick’s - in the 40’s the original Dominick’s was a rat pack haunt. Now updated with a modern twist, sitting in the garden still feels like old Hollywood.

11) Sushi Time for cheap and cheerful sushi - great rolls! (SF) (CS)

12) Mr. Chow for the best Pecking duck you’ve ever had in your life! Funny people watching too - very old-school Beverly Hills. (CS)

13) Check out the Modernist exhibit at the LACMA and while you’re there visit the Broad Contemporary Art Museum (BCAM). More snapshots from our visit.

14) The Getty Center for European and American art and/or The Getty Villa in Malibu are both great outings. Be sure to make a reservation if you head to the Getty Villa as they require a time-entry ticket to be booked in advance.

15) For hikes we love Malibu’s Solstice Canyon or Topanga Canyon. Both are hard to beat for their amazing views and quiet(ish) trails. Runyon Canyon is a Hollywood staple and always fun for people watching.

16) After you work up a good sweat on the trails, be sure to hit The Lumberyard for some retail therapy and a snack. Our go-to for food on the move is a cute little Mexican joint for amazing fish tacos in the center. If you have more time then grab a table at Randy Gerber’s Malibu outpost of Cafe Habana (SF) 

17) Another great hike is from the Griffith Park Observatory. Great views of the Hollywood sign and potential for wildlife sightings.

18) Venice - Walk around Abbot Kinney - grab coffee at Intelligentsia Coffee, lots of great little boutiques to wander in and out of or walk along the boardwalk and watch the skateboarders in the huge skate park.

19) Tower Bar (the piano bar at the Sunset Tower Hotel) If you fancy a fancy cocktail amidst hushed conversations, tinkling crystal bar ware and a piano man - then this is the place for you. Just make sure your baby is out for the count. Very old Hollywood and good potential celeb spotting (Jude Law was sitting next to us last visit). (CS)

20) Refresh and rehydrate with a health juice from The Pressed Juicery. (CS) (BC) (SF)

Atticus’ City Guides Legend:


SF = Stroller Friendly


BC = Baby Carrier recommended because its either tight quarters, too many stairs, too many cobblestones, no elevator or in-appropriate to barge in and take up space with a “small vehicle”


CS = We recommend bringing/using a car seat at this establishment as it is more of a discreet mode of baby transportation and baby can be left asleep while you enjoy the scene.

Our TO-DO List for a family visiting PS with a babe-in-arms:

1) Stay: Short term try The Parker Meridien Palm Springs or the Ace Hotel & Swim Club. We opted for a house rental since we were there for a week (try www.homeaway.com).

2) Citron at The Viceroy was a great dinner spot. The highlight was the spare rib grilled cheese sandwich - epic!  Ask for a table on their cozy patio. (CS)

3) A must-do is brunch at Cheeky’s. Their on-premise pastry chef and local, seasonal organic house-made and house-cured delicacies did not go un-noticed. It gets pretty packed on weekends so be prepared to wait. (CS)

4) Birba - Great little Italian spot by the same owners as Cheeky’s. On a cool desert evening the heat lamps give off a cozy glow on the patio. Be sure to order any of the pizza’s and the tri-color salad. The desserts are also worth the indulgence. (CS) (SF)

5) Even if you don’t opt to stay at The Parker, be sure to pop by for lemonade or Arnold Palmers, wander the grounds (open to the public)  enjoy Norma’s for breakfast/brunch, lunch or dinner. (SF)

6) Escena Grill at the Escena Golf Club - admittedly, not the most culinary experience of our travels, but go for the insane view (they serve breakfast, lunch and dinner). Definitely not your typical golf club. The clubhouse architect took inspiration from all the modernist buildings around PS. Best view of the mountains!

7) Kings Highway is a “roadside” diner at the Ace Hotel that used to be a Denny’s. The menu is full of delicious comfort food. We recommend the Bottomless Arnold Palmers and the All-Day breakfast. (CS)

8) Sherman’s Deli & Bakery - an institution and supposedly one of the best deli’s in the desert. Stick with deli classics and save room for dessert. Here is the post from our visit.

9) Araby Trail - for great views of the Coachella Valley. The cherry on the top of this hike is a 5 star view of the infamous Bob Hope lair. (BC) More hikes here: www.hiking-in-ps.com/trails.php

10) There are tons of beautiful design and furniture shops in PS, but expect to pay dearly for the perfectly finished and curated modernist items. Someone turned us onto The Estate Sale Co. A consignment store full of estate jewellery and furniture. They receive new items daily so you never know what you might find. (SF)

11) Melvyn’s Restaurant - a Palm Springs institution and an official city landmark.  Frank Sinatra and the rat pack were regulars back in the day, and the place doesn’t seem to have changed much since. Waiters still wear formal tuxedos and serve the tables in tandem. You feel like you’ve gone back in time. (CS)

Atticus’ City Guides Legend:


SF = Stroller Friendly


BC = Baby Carrier recommended because its either tight quarters, too many stairs, too many cobblestones, no elevator or in-appropriate to barge in and take up space with a “small vehicle”


CS = We recommend bringing/using a car seat at this establishment as it is more of a discreet mode of baby transportation and baby can be left asleep while you enjoy the scene.

Our TO-DO List for a family visiting BA with a babe-in-arms:

1) Stay: We opted to rent a condo since we were here for an extended period of time. There are so many great self catering apart/condos that make it easy to plug yourself into the community as a local, as opposed to feeling like a tourist and staying in a hotel. Here’s the company we used. For shorter stay’s we recommend Home Hotel They also do a fab brunch that became one of our staples!

2) Oui Oui & Oui Oui Almacen - Great for breakfast, lunch or a spot of tea and some sinful baked treats.

3) Pilates - we opted to have an instructor come to our condo a few mornings a week. It was the perfect way to get the day started and didn’t require any preparation on our part. Email Juan Arnaldi: juanarnaldi@hotmail.com

4) Bio - for organic vegetarian fare this was one of our favorite haunts. (SF) (CS)

5) A brunch MUST is Olsen - on a quiet leafy street in Soho Hollywood, its Scandinavian inspired menu (though confusing to determine the various selections) is nonetheless delicious and well worth the sometimes long wait. If possible, get a table on the patio in the shade. Or take advantage of being up early with your baby and head down for the first seating. (CS) (SF)

6) Eco Laundry Company for laundry drop-off - it was a treat to have someone else deal with the constant (read: never ending) cycle of cleaning of baby things.

7) The MALBA - Museo de Arte Latinoamericano de Buenos Aires. Atticus loved taking in all the sights and sounds of the interesting installations and beautiful works. Highlights as always were the gift shop and cafe where we had a nice lunch. (SF) (BC)

8) Magendie Restaurant & Cafe for delicious healthy fare in the heart of Palermo Hollywood. Here’s a post from the archives. (SF) (CS)

9) The Buenos Aires Japanese Gardens are one of the largest gardens of its type in the world, outside of Japan. A peaceful place to spend a morning or afternoon. (SF) (BC)

10) Craving something other than beef, we happened upon El Manto - a “cocina Armenia” (Armenian Kitchen). The food was so fresh and tasty and the flavors were so refreshing on our palettes that had grown quite tired of some of the mild argentine flavors. Sit on the patio. (SF) (CS)

11) Be sure to check out the Hippodromo. If you can synch up your visit when the horse races or polo are going on its well worth the trip. The track is quite beautiful and the scale of it is very impressive. (SF) (BC)

12) We became quite the connoisseur’s of coffee and cakes throughout our lazy days in BA. 3:30 we usually got the craving for a little something sweet and a jolt of caffeine. So many great places to indulge our craving. A favorite was a beautiful little bakery on a quiet neighborhood street in Palermo Hollywood - Prospero Velazco. Proper Italian coffee and the most delicate miniature cakes you can imagine. Proper baking is indeed still an art form. (SF)

13) Teatro Colon is the restored Opera House. You can certainly imagine how in BA’s heyday this would have been a very important stop on the social circuit. (SF) (BC)

14) San Telmo for the Sunday market is a nice way to while away the day when most things are closed. Its vendors are wise to the touristas and can spot us from a mile away. However, it is fun to meander around and pick up souvenirs. (BC) (SF)

15) Colectivo Felix - now a BA institution! We’ve dined with Sanra and Diego at their home in BA twice, but have also hosted them in North America 4 times (between their visits to NYC, Toronto and LA). A not-to-be-missed pescatarian dining extravaganza.  (CS)

16) Churipan’s in Puerto Madero (SF) (BC)

15) Helado (ice cream) was a daily ritual for us. In terms of brand hierarchy, we liked Volta the best. But Freddo was a close second, and generally more convenient with a location on most corners. The bananasplit was one of our go-to flavor’s. (SF) (BC) (CS)

!7) There are tons of boutiques in and around Palermo Soho worth a browse. Some fave’s were Lupe and Pesqueira  (SF) (BC)

18) Las Cabras - our neighbourhood parilla, many a meat-fest took place here during our month long stay in BA. (SF) (CS)

Atticus’ City Guides Legend:


SF = Stroller Friendly


BC = Baby Carrier recommended because its either tight quarters, too many stairs, too many cobblestones, no elevator or in-appropriate to barge in and take up space with a “small vehicle“


CS = We recommend bringing/using a car seat at this establishment as it is more of a discreet mode of baby transportation and baby can be left asleep while you enjoy the scene.

Our TO-DO List for a family visiting DF with a babe-in-arms:

1) Contramar, Roma - an institution. Lunch is served late (as is common in Mexico). The place to see and be seen for a business lunch. But more importantly, some of the best authentic seafood in the city.  (CS)

2) Stay - CondesaDF - tucked away on a quiet street in Condesa, one of the original design hotels in Mexico City - by GroupoHabita (also the enterprising minds behind the new Hotel Americano in New York City). Their rooftop bar is the epitome of cool (though no babies allowed at night) and you can’t beat the sushi served in the main restaurant. Special mention goes to the breakfast. An exceptional spread with all the morning favorites! (SF)

3) Frieda Kahlo Museum, Coyoacán.  This borough of Mexico City’s Districto Federale was once its own outlying village where Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera painted and lived together. Their home (The Blue House) remains almost perfectly intact today and has been preserved as a beautiful museum. (SF).

4) MeroToro, Condesa - same owners as Contramar so the food is exceptional. The menu is sort of a surf and turf theme. We loved the ceviche, organic chicken and arroz dishes. We’ll definitely go back for the cold beer and happening vibe! (CS)

5) Wander around Mexico City’s answer to Central Park - Chapultepec Park . (SF)

6) Conejo Blanco, Condesa - Equal parts independent bookshop, gallery, coffee shop, gathering place and hot spot for sourcing hard-to-find coffee table tomes. We’ve whiled away many hours sipping caffeinated beverages and reading art magazines. (SF)

7) Centro Historico - This is at least a full day in itself. Get a guide so you can get a history lesson and be sure to see all the significant buildings and sights - and there are many! (BC), (SF)

8) Teotihuacán Pyramids - worth the drive out of Mexico City to see these majestic feats of engineering. Very humbling. (BC)

9) El Ocho, Condesa - coffee shop/cafe/bar with an endless collection of board games and leisure activities. Prepare to wait for a table, but then you won’t feel as bad when you settle up your $15 tab after taking up a table for two hours to finish your backgammon tournament. (SF)

10) Dinner & stroll in Polanco - a ritzier neighborhood full of bars and restaurants with a decidedly Parisian patio cafe culture. Choose one of the many buzzy restaurants for dinner and walk off your desert.

11) Museo Universitario Arte Contemporaneo (MUAC) - an intriguing collection of national and international contemporary art, the architecture alone is worth the visit!

12) Street food - proceed with caution, but provided you do your research, you will never have tasted a taco this good in your life! Word to the wise: head for the big crowd’s.

Atticus’ TO-DO List for a family visiting San Miguel D’Allende with a babe-in-arms:

Atticus’ TO-DO List for a family visiting Miami with a babe-in-arms:

1) The Standard Hotel - one of our favorite places to stay, eat and drink. Their organic breakfast fare is amazing for nursing mom’s and the environment is super relaxed and family friendly. (SF) 

2) Yardbird - a new addition to the Miami dining scene with a decidedly more New York vibe than most other popular Miami restos. We went with a group and tried almost the entire menu - delicious and mouth-watering spin on southern cookin’! (CS) 

3) Wynwood - if you’re in town on a weekend be sure to find out if one of their monthly evening art-walks are taking place SecondSaturdays (a perfect stroller activity and your babe can sleep while you wander). A cool up and coming neighbourhood full of street art, galleries and fun restos. (SF) (BC) 

4) Also in Wynwood, be sure to try Gigi Noodles and Beerfor a spin on Asian streetfood. The beer is always cold and the food hot! (CS)

5) Bal Harbour - since the Canadian dollar is reaching great heights, we love to hit this beautiful outdoor enclave of amazing designer boutiques. Honourable mention goes to Canadian Beauty emporium, Gee Beauty - be sure to stop in for a wax, thread or facial and to shop their outstanding selection of beauty products. Their knowledgeable staff will make sure you find exactly what you need. (SF) 

6) To get your culture fix we recommend a stop at the De La Cruz Collection in the Design District - a favorite haunt for us and your babe will love all the luminous rooms and colorful artwork.  An outstanding, private collection of contemporary art personally selected by art world impresarios, the De La Cruz’. (SF) (BC)

7) A walk along Miami Beach and South Beach’s boardwalk’s are a must for naptime. The bumpy wood slats put Atticus right to sleep and mom and dad can enjoy the warm ocean breeze! (SF) (BC)

8) We’ve found its sometimes hard to get out of the house for an exercise class - so why not bring the class to you!! Cat Haayen Creator of YOGathletA (Yoga specifically designed for athletes or those who want an athletes body) offers privates at your home or hotel.

9) To caffeinate check out Panther Coffee, opened by a couple from Portland who really know their beans! 

10) Soho Beach House - one of the best properties in the Soho House empire (in our opinion). They’re super baby friendly and even offer weekly programs and film screenings for family’s. For non-members, grab brunch, lunch or dinner/drinks in Cecconis - the terrace/garden is magical or spend the night in their hotel  for access to the full property! 

Atticus’ TO-DO List for a family visiting PB with a babe-in-arms:

1) Worth Ave - stroll up and down the well-manicured sidewalks that line the street full of luxe boutiques. Be sure to check out the Bonpoint shop. There are some cute cafe’s behind the main drag for lunching or caffeinating. (SF) (BC)

2) The Breakers Hotel - to stay, dine or spa. Apparently you can use the pool if you aren’t staying at the hotel if you book a massage in their spa. (SF) (BC)

3) Be sure to do dinner and drink(s) at McCartey’s Palm Beach. Amazing people watching, great food and refreshing tipples for mom and dad. (CS)

4) Ocean Ave drive and Old Key Lime House - This is a perfect combination of mansion-gazing paired with tart key lime pie at the famous and oh-so-kitchy Old Key Lime House in Lantana. (SF) (CS)

5) Green’s Pharmacy for lunch - There once was a time when all pharmacy’s had a lunch counter in the back (according to Mandy’s great aunt Lois) so you could dine while awaiting your prescription to be filled. Green’s doesn’t seem to have changed at all since the 1960’s. Order any classic deli-style sandwich or dish and you can’t go wrong. We loved the cold, fresh-brewed ice-tea and all the old folks out for their weekly lunch date with friends. 151 North County Road (CS) (SF)

6) Northwood Village, West Palm Beach. We discovered so many amazing vintage pieces (from furnishings to art and jewellery) all collected by the boutiques at local estate sales over the years. If you love the vintage Palm Beach aesthetic, you will go crazy here! (SF) (BC)

7) Wanderers - Our friend Matt at DelToro shoes makes the most beautiful loafers. While we were in town just before the holidays he and some local friends collaborated on a beautiful pop-up shop filled with his shoes, treasures, clothing and accessories from other local designers. Check their website to see if its still open. (SF)

8) Clematis Street, West Palm Beach - good stroller scene and great place for a sundowner and dinner. Standout resto: Roccos Tacos (SF)

9) Cha-Cha’s - a must for dinner. Delicious tapas and a cute patio for all those perfect Palm Beach nights. Be sure to order the Paella. (CS).

10) Newcomer to the PB dining scene is Buccan. We loved it so much we went back a second time. All tapas style, share plates - standout dishes included the pizza’s, hamachi sashimi, and the braised oxtail empanadas. It was SUPER hoppin’ both nights we went. Be sure to make a reso and let them know you need space for a baby (we had a table with a bench both times that worked perfectly for the carseat). (CS)

11) For classic Palm Beach dining, be sure to check out the Palm Beach Grill. Know for their large portions of (mediocre) food, mom and dad enjoyed the buzy scene and the ENORMOUS hot-fudge sunday! (CS)