Welcome to Plates & Suitcases
Plates & Suitcases is Marie Mendillo’s independent travel and dining review blog. It is a place to share memorable meals, worthwhile stays, and the small details that make a trip feel personal.
I write about restaurants, hotels, airport lounges, attractions, and travel experiences that I have visited or used myself. Each review reflects my honest experience at a particular time, including what stood out, what could have been better, and who may enjoy the experience most.
What you can expect
You will find practical, first-hand perspectives rather than anonymous ratings or copied recommendations. My aim is to help readers make better choices about where to eat, stay, and spend their time—whether they are planning a special meal, a family trip, or a quick stop between flights.
Travel and hospitality offerings can change, so readers should confirm current prices, availability, opening hours, policies, and other important details directly with the relevant business before making plans.
Independently operated
Plates & Suitcases is independently owned and operated by Marie Mendillo. Editorial opinions are my own. If a hosted experience, paid collaboration, gifted item, or other relationship could reasonably affect how a post is understood, it will be disclosed clearly in the relevant content.
Thank you for visiting and for following along as I document places that are worth remembering.