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Cooking and Barge Cruising in France, A Perfect Pairing
One of the most rewarding aspects of barge cruising in France is that you have a chance to experience all the exotic French cuisine along your route. You can go ashore and explore fine restaurants, stop by out-of-the way cafes, and perhaps even learn a...
Surprise Your Taste Buds in Thailand – 5 Must-Try Thai Dishes
Surprise Your Taste Buds in Thailand – 5 Thai Dishes You Must Try There are two things (three if I must mention my wife) I love about life – travel and food. These things are why I get up in the morning. Soon, it will be...
Celebrating Women Chefs and Restauranteurs in San Francisco
Ah, San Francisco, city on the Bay. As I walk down Powell Street past my hotel, The Sir Francis Drake, the clang of the cable cars reminds me that I am indeed in San Francisco. What a joy to be here for the 20th anniversary...
Travel Book Review – Lonely Planet’s Cooks, Clowns, and Cowboys is a Winner!
Today it is my great pleasure to write a travel book review for Lonely Planet's newly published, Cooks, Clowns and Cowboys - 101 Skills and Experiences to Discover on Your Travels. A travel book review can sometimes be a chore trying to put a new spin...
A Merry MunchThrough Beautiful Strasbourg – An Alsace Trip Report
I am so happy to be back in Alsace, especially here in Strasbourg. I have not been here since the 90's when while teaching at Boston Latin Academy, I was part of a French teacher exchange hosted by the Boston Public Schools and the Boston Strasbourg...
Dining in Dallas: Six Top Spots for Fussy Foodies
Dining in Dallas is a wonderful treat for foodies of all description. The variety of restaurants is astounding; from homey hole-in-the-wall eateries to classy fine dining establishments. There is something for every taste and budget. Here's our thoughts on the best places to go for...
Best Places to eat in Brighton’s North Laine
For those of you, who aren’t familiar with Brighton, allow me to provide you with a quick overview. Situated on the South Coast of England, Brighton is often referred to as London by the sea. What was once an ancient fishing village has transformed over...
Guide to Planning a Road Trip to the Best Vineyards in Australia
Too often, visitors to Australia see only the main attractions, missing the amazing views of the more rural countryside. One of the best ways to truly experience the sights, sounds, and flavors Australia has to offer, is to go on a vineyard themed road trip...
The World’s Most Beautiful Vineyards
The World’s Five Most Beautiful Vineyards A holiday to a wine resort is one sure-fire way of guaranteeing a good time. Wine inexplicably tastes better when you’re drinking it whilst admiring the vines that created it. Of course, with good wine, comes good food and luxurious...
Off-Roading For Oysters in Chile
A local in the town of Pucón offhandedly gave me some of the best advice I received during my three-week journey around Chile when she found out I was traveling to the remote island of Chiloé: “If you like oysters, go to a town called...
Top Spots For The Best Philly Cheese Steak in Philly
In Philadelphia, the Philly Cheese steak is the top iconic dish. Many have attempted to duplicate it elsewhere around the world, but for some reason it’s simply never the same. Here's where to find the most authentic and delicious Philly Cheesesteaks in Philly: A Philly Cheese...
Mayan Style Grilled Fish Steaks
Luxury hotel group Real Resorts in the Riviera Maya region of Mexico have shared one of their prized culture inspired recipes with us: Mayan Style Grilled Fish Steaks (aka Tkinxic). In recognition of the importance of the Mayan Calendar in 2012, Real Resorts are presenting...
Britain’s Best French Bistros – A Taste of France in the UK
The UK is home to every kind of food you can imagine and Bistros are a prime example of this rule. Bistros typically have a relaxed, calm atmosphere and serve really good French food. They are a meeting point between French cuisine, and slow, chilled...
Wander The Prosecco Road in North-East Italy For A Bubbly Good Adventure
An Introduction To The Prosecco Road in Northeast Italy. There was a time when Prosecco wine would be the drink of choice of only a few fortunate Italian northerners, a common presence at the end of their meals or to celebrate special occasions. But with exports...
Wicked Good Blueberry Cheesecake Bars
We had a huge blueberry harvest this year in Maine, so everywhere I go I bring along a blueberry treat. These Blueberry Cheesecake Bars were "Wicked Good" and a very big hit at the Labor Day party by the lake. I bet your family will...
Paris Cheap Eats – Top 10 Paris Restaurants For A Budget Meal
Top 10 Places To Have Lunch In Paris On A Budget Paris holds a very special place in my heart; the scenery, people and of course the food. Now we all know that a trip to Paris can be expensive. The cost of food on top...
A Guide To Nordic Cuisine – Copenhagen’s New Visionary Food Movement
Copenhagen's extraordinary new food scene - A guide to Nordic cuisine If someone 10 years ago had told me that Nordic cuisine would be the next big thing I would have laughed. I’ve always believed that you have to be born and raised in Denmark to...
Field-To-Fork: Discover The Remarkable Food of Nova Scotia
Field to Fork: The Food of Nova Scotia is Experiencing a Farm Renaissance Following the trend of farm to table restaurants in the US, Nova Scotia is having a renaissance of its own agricultural tradition. As a province, Nova Scotia produces a surprising number of agricultural...
Hawaii Farmers Markets – A Bounty of Intoxicating Sights and Aromas
A trip to Hawaii just isn't complete without a visit to the Hawaii Farmers Markets! Last fall I went on a cruise to Hawaii. It was my first time to the islands and let me tell you it’s nothing like you dream about - It’s better!...
My Vote For Best Restaurant In Jerusalem
I love to eat good food. One of my favorite styles of cuisine is Arabic. Cous-cous, hummus, lamb, roasted potatoes, tabouli, kafta, kibbeh, and more are among my favorites. The spices are delicious, the meals well prepared, and for the most part, healthy. If you like...