Crater Lake, a mesmerizing natural marvel nestled in the heart of Southern Oregon, is a testament to the forces of nature. Formed approximately 7,700 years ago within the remains of Mount Mazama, The caldera lake is the deepest in the United States and is the […]
About thirteen years ago, I was dining at one of my favorite Italian restaurants in Manhattan’s Lower East Side when I was served a particularly palate-pleasing red wine from South Africa. This wine was Carménère. I was so surprised by its taste that upon returning […]
Four Sigmatic was founded in 2012 by Tero Isokauppila from Finland. The company specializes in functional mushroom-based products, including Four Sigmatic mushroom coffee blends, various elixirs, lattes, proteins, supplements, and other functional beverages. Tero comes from a family with a farming background and a strong […]
Happy International Tempranillo Day! It’s the second Thursday in November every year. If you didn’t know – now you know! This noble grape variety has deep roots in the rich viticultural history of Spain and has long been celebrated for its exceptional qualities and the […]
For years, I’ve been jokingly (but seriously) saying, “I just wanna move to the hills of Spain, drink wine, and write all day.” This was usually prefaced by some sort of unfortunate or stressful event. Nonetheless, the romantic idea of Spanish living endured. Fast forward […]
“Calleja El Pañuelo,” which roughly translates to “Handkerchief Alley” in English, is a charming, historic street in Córdoba, Spain. This Andalusian city boasts a rich history and cultural heritage, which is evident as one winds through its narrow winding streets lined with streets and whitewashed […]
The Mezquita, also known as the Mosque-Cathedral of Córdoba, is one of Spain’s most iconic and historically significant monuments. During my two-week stay, I visited the Cordoba Mezquita on two occasions. This free walking tour of Cordoba is a great way to see the Mezquita […]
What do doors signify for you? An entrance? An exit? Perhaps home? In the months leading up to my Italian/Spanish excursion, I anticipated many things: delicious food, wine, and history, to name a few. What I didn’t anticipate were the doors of Europe! European doors […]
Do I begin with the food in Italy? The wine? Do I write about one event out of many? Focus on one city out of dozens? Write about the many train excursions and adventures? It’s difficult to narrow down exactly what to write about, so […]
As much as we love traveling, and some of us, like myself, love travel planning, certain aspects simply instill anxiety and dread. Not all of us love to fly, nor do we love to pack. And I get it – travel planning isn’t for everyone. […]
