What seems like eons ago, as a college freshman, I studied abroad in Cuernavaca, Mexico. I will always look back fondly on my time in the “city of eternal spring” —it was my first time outside the United States, and […]
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Monday Meal Ideas: Holiday Beverages:Austrian Style Mulled Wine
My favorite thing about Christmas Markets throughout Europe is strolling the stalls with a paper cup of hot, spiced wine. It really helps keep the cold at bay while you gawk at Christmas curiosities and artisan wares. During trips to […]
Friday Photo Essay: Christmas in Barcelona
It almost never snows in Barcelona proper, so a white Christmas is out of the running. That said, Barcelona has plenty of Christmas offerings for holiday junkies. Throughout the city, seasonal streetlight swags sparkle (the design varies by neighborhood), there’s la Fira […]
Monday Meal Ideas: Spanish-style Lentils with Chorizo Sausage
Even among palm trees in Barcelona, winter means goosebumps, and a certain chill that seeps from the outside in, that only hot food, and hot drinks can really assuage. One of my favorite winter-weather staples are lentils. Stewed with red […]
I want to Go with Oh to Berlin
I have a confession to make: I want to Go With Oh to Berlin. Don’t anyone tell my husband, he might get jealous– Because, truth be told, I would Go With Oh anywhere. Because let’s face it, a free four-week […]
Tuesday Travel Tips: Carry-on Essentials for Long Haul Flights
Friday I’m flying home to the states. As per usual, unless I’m pleasantly surprised by an unlikely upgrade, that means an eight hour flight in the close quarters at the back of the bus in coach followed by a three […]
Monday Meal Ideas-A Make-Ahead Feast: Lasagna, Tiramisu and Salad, Oh My!
With winter holidays coming up, most of us are attending and/or hosting quite a few gatherings. So it seems like the perfect time for me to share the coveted family recipes for my favorite make ahead meal: Lasagna, baby green […]
The Library at Kremsmünster Abbey – Guest Post at The Worm Hole
Earlier this fall I spent some time on the Romantic Road in Upper Austria for a press trip. The scenery and the old buildings were gorgeous. And Austria was as it has been every time and every place I’ve visited: […]
Tuesday Travel Tips: Dress for Success (and Comfort) On Board Planes, Trains and Automobiles.
Short haul flights, train trips and voyages in car are manageable even in uncomfortable clothes. But when you’re talking about hours and hours in some form of transport, concessions to comfort must be made. High heels, leather, and anything skintight–these […]
Monday Meal Ideas: Thanksgiving Leftovers
Thanksgiving isn’t a Spanish holiday and past experience has taught me that my in-laws don’t really appreciate the traditional menu. And in the end, for me, a dinner of white-wine roasted chicken, spanish omelet, and tapas is delicious, but not […]