10 Most Wishlisted Places in January

jip.paris | Paris

South Korean chef Esu Lee has a strong resume in Paris: he was the man behind the now-closed but very popular C.A.M. Import Export and he did a months-long residency at Mokoloco. Now, he's running the show at Jip, which opened in early January and serves three-course tasting menus, featuring dishes such as sashimi with fermented prune, guanciale and capers and black pepper noodles “au poivre,” starring chicken broth and caramelized onions.

Asakusa Hirayama · Tokyo

Asakusa Hirayama | Tokyo

A delicious homemade soba and seasonal restaurant in a warm, friendly atmosphere. Chef Shu Hirayama, with a background in renowned kappo and soba restaurants, crafts standout dishes with expertise and quality ingredients, like soba made from house-milled buckwheat and a unique "Komonotsuyu" dipping sauce. Enjoy a simple, affordable yet excellent lunch in one of the 15 seats in the bright space, which features curved designs and walnut tables and counters.

Experimental Chalet Val d'Isère · Val-d’Isère

Experimental Chalet Val d'Isère | Val d'Isère

From the Experimental group, Experimental Chalet Val-d’Isère is located in one of France’s most buzz-worthy ski towns and has the brand’s signature colorful-cool interiors, plus a great location at the foot of the Vanoise Massif. With 113 rooms, a spa and indoor swimming pool, two restaurants, and a cocktail bar, plus pretty reasonable rates for a European ski resort, it’s everything you need for a winter adventure.

ROMEO Roma · Rome

Hotel ROMEO Roma | Rome

Set in a historic, 16th-century palazzo, Romeo Roma is the second hotel from luxury hotel group Romeo Collection and one of renowned architect Zaha Hadid’s final projects. The design-focused stay is one of the most exciting luxury properties in the city, combining Hadid's signature contemporary style with a private art collection and the palazzo's historic details (a few of the 74 rooms and suites feature original 16th-century frescos). The five-star amenities include a fine-dining restaurant from acclaimed chef Alain Ducasse, a Sisley spa, an expansive wellness center, a rooftop bar, and an indoor-outdoor pool with a glass bottom that offers a glimpse into an ancient archaeological site. Expectedly, this exquisite, 5-star stay has a price tag to match.

Sunny’s Steakhouse · Miami

Sunny’s | Miami

Sunny’s steakhouse, a beloved pandemic pop up from the Jaguar Sun team, recently returned as a permanent modern Miami steakhouse. The 220-seat restaurant in Little River offers both an indoor dining space, with a mid-century modern design and white tablecloths, and an outdoor courtyard and bar, where patrons can enjoy such steakhouse classics as martinis, fresh seafood towers, dry-aged steak, and more.

Grand Hotel Bellevue London · London

Grand Hotel Bellevue London | London

Nestled between Notting Hill and Marylebone near Paddington station (a slightly odd albeit convenient spot), this elegant, recently renovated Victorian property boasts both affordable rates and chic design, thanks to details from ever-cool fashion brand Bode. Each area has been thoughtfully conceptualized by renowned architect Fabrizio Casiraghi and showcases luxurious materials and classic furniture with modern touches.

Caffe Doppio · Paris

Caffe Doppio | Paris

This pretty coffee shop in the Oberkampf neighborhood is a new favorite for its industrial-cool interiors, coffee and matcha, and particularly delicious carrot cake.

Som Tam Jay So · Bangkok

Som Tam Jay So (ส้มตำเจ๊โส) | Bangkok

A favorite for fantastic isaan Thai food in a beautiful roadside outdoor space in Bangkok. Everything is amazing, but especially the som tam with corn and grilled catfish.

7132 Hotel · Lugano

7132 Hotel | Vals

Set in the Swiss town of Vals, long a destination for its thermal baths designed by architect Peter Zumthor, this sleek wellness-themed hotel has a Japanese-inspired design, thanks in large part the team that put it together: Tadao Ando, Kengo Kuma, Peter Zumthor, and Thom Mayne. Guests can stay in either the five-star main hotel, or opt for 7132 House of Architects, a more affordable and minimalist offering. In addition to the spa facilities, the property’s other main attraction is its two-Michelin-starred fine-dining restaurant, 7132 Silver.

Gresca · Barcelona

Gresca | Barcelona

An excellent neighborhood restaurant and wine bar in Eixample, Gresca has an open kitchen that serves creative upscale tapas and a superlative natural wine list. The chefs whip up a seasonal menu of inventive small plates like cured mackerel with miso, grilled cabbage with pancetta, cucumber salad with stracchino cheese and Marcona almonds, and more. This intimate local favorite with a handful of tables (and a few highly covetable bar seats at the chef’s table) is always filled to the brim, so make reservations ahead of time. Our tip: talk to the sommelier and follow the team’s suggestions on the seasonal dishes. Don’t leave without trying their torrija (French toast) with chocolate sorbet for dessert.