Lou Stejskal Blog

11/19/2024

11/12/2024

I’ve never seen so many saffron shops in a row, let alone one. Dubai’s Spice Souk has over 150 shops selling teas, herbs and spices. It costs nothing to stroll around and you can go morning, noon or night.

11/11/2024

There are almost 400 gold and jewel shops in Dubai’s Gold Souk. How do I know where to start?

11/06/2024

The chef to take a selfie with me before The Best Chef Awards wins No. 1. Congratulations Rasmus Munk!
Congrats the all award recipients. See you around the world!

11/05/2024

DUBAI: Gathering of industry experts, passionate about what lies beyond the surface of the culinary landscape. THE BEST CHEF recognizes individualistic talent, and in conjunction with AREA TALKS, FOOD MEETS SCIENCE and attendees, they explore industry topics, celebrate those who strive to preserve culinary heritage and are cognizant of the future of gastronomy.

Area Talks Panel Discussion: The Future of Food

11/02/2024

November morning ice coffee in Dubai is a vibe

10/31/2024

Touchdown Dubai

10/25/2024

Super cute sushi spot and the smallest frameless candle in the world.

10/23/2024

There’s a new in town and it comes with a line. has $11 burgers on a toasted bun, fries and soft serve cones.

10/12/2024

Day 9./San Sebastián Donostia, Spain
Golden hour was in full effect during our post-lunch stroll to a friend’s apartment. I snuck away to indulge in a chocolate cone from the gelato shop next door. After our visit, the sun had set, giving way to the most magnificent sky.

10/06/2024

Asians in line asking specifically for only the lechon skin at Rampart’s Hawaiian Night.

09/24/2024

What kind of cables do you need? 🤣

09/17/2024

UPDATE: Modulus bass SOLD

FOR SALE. [pinch and zoom] Crate & Bareel bed frame, nightstands, armoire, grandfather clock, Legos, Herman Miller table, decor, rolling gig racks, Modulus bass, Gibson SG Soecial, Mackie mixer, Remo conga, bongos, Hartke bass amp, household decor and more. NAPERVILLE

09/11/2024

An essay on love and loss. My photos and thoughts after first seeing the Memorial. It’s always moving not matter how many times you walk past it.

08/28/2024

Calm before the storm.

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08/24/2024

Pulling an all-nighter with my piano that will go to its new home tomorrow