Klima Edit - April
What’s new?
Wainwright’s Tavern opens on the Upper East Side! Multi-generation New Yorker and hospitality veteran Jay Wainwright created a buzzy downtown bistro vibe serving up elevated favorites - burgers, roasted chicken, martinis… It feels like a grown up dinner party, with great music, vintage Peter Arno New Yorker cartoons and Irving Penn photographs on the walls, red leather banquettes, and antique mirrors that give the room a warm glow.
Imago at the Hassler Roma reopens April 16! The Michelin-starred restaurant has been transformed as part of the Hassler’s refurbishments that have been ongoing this spring (and will culminate with the opening of their new spa in the fall). Chef Andrea Antonini will be creating a new menu capturing the essence of the local area and seasonal products for spring.
Trends from a travel advisor:
The current state of the world has been making travel a bit challenging. Lucie Kittel of Domino Travel has noticed her clients are pausing on booking bigger, further afield trips and instead using that budget towards upgrading trips they’ve already booked - going for bigger suites or swapping to a higher end hotel in the same destination.
Happenings & Trends
Bathtubs with a view
The Hassler’s Penthouse Suite has an elevated bathtub with breathtaking views over Rome. Already set atop the Spanish Steps, this is at the top of the hotel itself with two sides of glass windows. From the comfort of the tub, the Roman skyline sprawls out, punctuated by the Dome of St. Peter’s and the towers of Trinità dei Monti church.
Ocama just added outdoor soaking tubs in three of their eight villas. There already were outdoor showers, but now guests can draw a bath and look out over Rincon Bay.
Chicest Bunk Room
Villa Torre at Tenuta di Murlo - formerly a medieval watchtower - has two king-sized bedrooms, plus one room with two sets of bunk beds. Perfect for two families, or a multi-generational group, the villa has a big yard, a beautiful pool, a rooftop deck, and a BBQ (for cooking yourself, or having Murlo send a chef over to create a custom Italian feast).
Key to fighting loneliness and living longer?
There have been many stories about studies linking racquet sports to longevity, so we know they're good for you - socially and physically and mentally. There is also such an increase in people being lonely and feeling isolated. Padel is one of the fastest growing sports in the U.S. Playtomic - the world's largest community of racquet sports players and clubs (in over 60 countries with over 1.5 million players using it monthly, also backed by Nadal) - saw that from 2024 to 2025, their number of players in the U.S. went from 14,134 to 35,885 - growing over 150% in just a year. On their app, you can book games, but the most interesting option is the "Find a Match" option. Almost anywhere in the world (if there are padel courts), you can have the app find you a game with players that are around your level. If you're dying to play but you don't have a regular group, this solves that problem. On a business trip, you can do this after your day wraps up. If you move to a new city, it's a great way to instantly find people to play with and potential new friends. (And potentially add to your lifespan!)
Just back from... Tenuta di Murlo, Umbria
Villas: The nine villas each have a pool and an incredible view. They feel extremely personal and curated, from Castiglione Ugolino which would be the perfect spot for a multi-generational family trip to Torre which is intimate with a rooftop deck overlooking the estate (formerly a watchtower) to Penna with its dreamy pool and two buildings which would be perfect for a few couples so everyone has their own space. The deluxe rooms are ideal for a couple looking for a shorter stay or wanting to be right next to the main building.
Food: The cooking class is a must-do activity. We made hand-rolled tagliatelle ruvido which I had never heard of (even as a pasta making enthusiast). The rough texture helps the sauce cling to the noodles. The restaurant, Il Caldaro, serves Murlo’s own wine (I’m still dreaming about the red) and the most luxurious creamy egg covered in black truffles, among other things.
Surroundings: Umbria reminds me of Tuscany 20 years ago. Perugia, the capital, is a super charming town with museums, historical buildings, street markets, and incredible food - perched on a hilltop with views over the area. Assisi has the grand Basilica of St. Francis, and then deeper in town, the Church of Santa Maria sopra Minerva built on top of an ancient Roman temple and using the original facade. (Sopra Minerva means on top of Minerva.) I could have spent hours in Deruta in the ceramic shops with plates, platters, serving dishes, mugs... in the classic rooster pattern, mixed with more modern options. Tenuta di Murlo recommended Ceramiche Sberna, which was a veritable treasure trove.