Portland Dining: Big Ass Sandwich
We’re back from our 10 day jaunt to Washington and Oregon! Lots to share, but I’ll start with one of the best sandwiches I’ve ever had. Every Saturday in Portland there’s a huge street market...
Read MoreHow to plan 4 days in Northern California kids and adults will adore
Are you ready for an unforgettable 4 days in Northern California with kids? With its breathtaking coastline, mouthwatering cuisine, and endless activities, it's the ultimate destination for families seeking adventure.
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Simple Summer Cocktails
With what could be the hottest 4th of July weekend on record looming for Atlanta, many will spend the weekend indoors celebrating Independence Day à la Will Smith. For those brave enough to venture into...
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Meal Planning: Montreal
I thought I’d give everyone a little insight into my obsessive travel planning. I am all for spontenaity, but when it comes to visiting a foodie mecca, I like to do my due diligence in...
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Excellence Playa Mujeres Review
Isn’t it always so tragic to come home after vacation? It already feels like a million years ago that I was lounging poolside at the Excellence Playa Mujeres. Fortunately, I still enjoy the residual mellowness...
Read MoreBrownies To-Die-For
For my brother-in-law’s birthday party, I was charged with baking something that would feed 30 people. Easier said than done! I didn’t think you could cut a cake into that many slices without resorting to...
Read MoreQuick Bites: The Bazaar by Jose Andres
Not content to sit around while Mr. AT jaunted off to Italy, I headed last weekend to visit my beloved friends, Paul and James, for a weekend in my former hood – Los Angeles. I...
Read MoreA healthier take on eggplant parmesan
One of my childhood fave comfort foods was eggplant parmesan. Alas the fried cheesiness of it isn’t quite in keeping with my current efforts to eat a teensy bit healthier. So I was eager to...
Read MoreNew Orleans Restaurant Review: Luke
My beloved Food and Wine magazine gushed about New Orleans chef, John Besh, so I couldn’t resist trying one of his restaurants while I was in New Orleans. August is arguably the jewel of his...
Read MoreReview: French Women Don’t Get Fat Cookbook
Way back when, I read Mirielle Guliano’s bestselling French Women Don’t Get Fat and found myself inspired. I’m too much of a food-lover to subscribe for very long to any restrictive diet. So her simple...
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