Though not an official holiday, some people historically chose to celebrate or recognize the Ides of March with feasts or sacrifices.
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Kate Perez,
USA Today,
15 Mar. 2026
Abalone were once so plentiful, jumping on a surfboard and plucking a bag full off of rocks for dinner was a common pastime, with feasts held right on the sand.
The property is famous for its traditional Rajasthani dinners served beside an ancient stone stepwell illuminated by the glow of 3,000 candles.
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Christine Chitnis,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 Mar. 2026
Today, the original section of the house revolves around entertaining, with its minimal, almost monastic interior oriented around a 13-foot-long vintage table that draws guests together for intimate dinners.
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Leonora Epstein,
Architectural Digest,
19 Mar. 2026
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