A few years ago, I bought the book 1000 Places to See Before You Die. Slowly I've been marking off the sites I've seen and reading about the places I still long to see. The world is so much smaller today for travelers, but my list is still vast. Continue reading

You don't have to be Jamie Oliver to know school lunches are far from nutritious at most public school cafeterias You can wait for change to come in the schools or you can start your own food revolution at home by preparing healthy, kid friendly foods your kids can take to school in eco-friendly lunch boxes. Continue reading

If you've ever wanted to record a memorable food-centric vacation, create a one-of-a-kind cookbook filled with family recipes as well as family history, learn the mechanics of writing a recipe, or start your own food blog, I can guide you through the process. Picquant's Mary MacRae Warren now offers six-week on-line writing courses. Take classes at your own pace. Continue reading

The Villa Experience by Travel Impressions launched a Fantastic Fall Sale for last-minute Barbados villa rentals which gives a $350 air credit on reservations that are a minimum of six nights plus reduced rates or a seventh night free of charge. Continue reading

If you ever wanted to learn the art of Chinese cooking from market to plate, you must take a class with my friend, Kian Lam Kho, the Red Cook. Continue reading

Every Labor Day weekend my family gets together to celebrate family. And the open of dove hunting season. And pretty much anything else that comes to mind. One of the highlights of our get together is a BBQ at my aunt and uncle's house. It's a meatlover's paradise with slow-cooked pork ribs and steaks on the grill. Continue reading

Was that necessary Tony? Really? Poor Paula. Good natured good old gal. In the latest celebrity food fight, Anthony Bourdain slings his peas and carrots at Paula Deen, the self-proclaimed butter queen. No one is going to mistake Paula for a culinary master. She's cooking good old girl food for a nation that - well - likes butter as much as she does. Not that this is a good thing. Continue reading

Tasty! June – October Third Sundays: August 21, September 18, October 16 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Prospect Park Alliance is working with the NYC Food Truck Association to bring some of New York's best food trucks to Prospect Park... Continue reading

Book now and save big. Apple Vacations launhed a one-week sale on Aug. 12 with reductions on winter travel to some of its most popular hotels in its most popular destinations. The company is offering seven all-inclusive nights at Sea Adventure Resort and Waterpark in Cancun start from $799.99 for... Continue reading

This is a great video showcasing some of the world's most beautiful places. Awesome inspiration for the wanderer lurking in your heart. Where do you want to go next? Continue reading

Relish the flavors of summer all year. The Culinary Institute of America has a great recipe for Roasted Red Pepper & Apricot relish, delicious for crostini and great to be enjoyed now and later. Continue reading

It's never too early to start planning for Carnaval. Love this video. Carnaval should be on everyone's bucket list! Continue reading

Staging is not just reserved for real estate. Half the fun of a party or gathering is creating ambiance. Pretty food, lovely surroundings are as vital as the company you keep. Here's a beautiful, yet relaxed way to serve cool... Continue reading

Do we need another reason to love Paris? I didn't think so. But if you still need convincing. Here's a reason. (via www.geniusbeauty.com ) Continue reading

I'm fascinated by color and inspired by nature. These Japanese tea cakes, mochi, made of glutinous rice and bean paste, are perfect. (via www.cowizm.com ) Continue reading

Plan now for the winter doldrums. Experience Quebec's Hotel de Glace, only open from Jan to April. It's melted by this time of year! Hotel de Glace - Even though it's built from snow and ice, Hotel de Glace in Quebec remains a red-hot place to stay. Completely rebuilt each... Continue reading

I'm always inspired by the incredible creativity of bakers. These Peacock Cupcakes are nothing short of amazing. Check out www.CutestFood for pages and pages of cupcake ideas - elegant and exquisite to fun and kitschy. Continue reading

I'm not sure I love this use of Social Media. In fact, I really think it stinks. The Australian government is using actual video footage - posted to YouTube - as a deterrent for illegal immigration, "people-smuggling" as they term... Continue reading

Brunch for one. There's something deeply satisfying about a solitary meal prepared lavishly just for yourself. You special you! Continue reading

My trip to Nepal was just before the rainy season, so we had some rain, but not torrents. Mornings were sunny and our day started early as the sun rose about 5 am. Since we were still on US of A time, it was like getting up from a really long afternoon nap. I had cloudy head - a lot. Days seemed super long to me, but I think that was because everything slowed down immensely. The best part of everything being enormously slow was that I was well rested in spite of myself. Even though we were visiting family, going out shopping and to do a little sightseeing, I still had hours and hours to relax, read, and sleep. Continue reading

This is the perfect, perfect birthday cake (or no real reason cake) for that special someone in your life! (via http://www.whisk-kid.com) Continue reading

Continue reading

I realized today that it's been forever - and possibly a day - since I posted. Mea maxima culpa. My absence, dear readers, by way of explanation, is this: I traveled to Nepal with my son in June, stayed for10 days and arrived home again, home again with a nasty viral something or other which took roughly 3 weeks to cure....My trip to Nepal was just before the rainy season, so we had some rain, but not torrents. Mornings were sunny and our day started early as the sun rose about 5 am. Continue reading

Check out what I created for Hair Artist Jimmy Storms. I specialize in creating affordable, effective designs - using your art - that reflect your brand, your taste and your personality. Continue reading

Looking for affordable web design? Here's a sample of a site I'm currently working on. Email me for information about how I can help you achieve your web marketing goals in an affordable yet effective way. Continue reading