It’s been soup weather here in Louisiana: chilly, rainy and gray. But it’s lasted so long that my repertoire got a little tired … we’ve had gumbo, potato soup, white cheddar and broccoli, even chicken noodle. Then I remembered one of my favorite comfort foods to whip up when I’m in the mood for soup … Continue reading
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Photo Essay: Palma de Mallorca
While many consider Spain’s Balearic Islands to be a party destination, our visit to Palma de Mallorca proved that there’s a lot more there than clubs and techno music. In fact, the culture is filled with food, history, art and literature … with amazing beaches peppered in. We visited Palma in the summer of 2010, … Continue reading
Pastel de Nata (Portuguese Custard Tarts)
One of the best parts of traveling is learning to appreciate the food of another culture. I like to look up the recipes to some of our favorite culinary discoveries and work them into my repertoire back home to keep a taste of our travels in our everyday lives. One of my favorite treats to … Continue reading
10 Things I Wish I’d Known the First Time I Went to Europe
Waitstaff are goldmines for recommendations and tips. Make friends with every server you have! That being said, service will be slow – you will have to ask for your check, perhaps several times. I wish I had known this is not bad. You do not need to pack every piece of clothing you own, no matter … Continue reading