Coffee Milk

2 years ago

Some states' official state beverage seem exotic, like 'Awa in Hawaii. Others couldn't be more plain. Water in Indiana? Really?…

In defense of standing as soon as the plane reaches the gate

2 years ago

I've read a lot of so-called "plane etiquette" articles complaining about people who stand up as soon as the plane…

The other Cuba (it’s in Portugal!)

2 years ago

Brent visits Cuba, Portugal where some people think Columbus was born. He enjoys wine served in a tiny cup made…

Delicious food & local wine in Beja, Portugal.

2 years ago

Brent is in the Alentejo region of Portugal to visit the small city of Beja. He enjoys some local wine,…

Coffee with a Shot in Portugal

2 years ago

CafĂ© com Cheirinho is a Portuguese coffee with a kick! Pouring aguardente into the coffee (photo: Brent Petersen) Coffee served…

Reverse Culture Shock. Returning to the States after 2 years away

2 years ago

Brent visits some stunningly beautiful spots including Watch Hill and Narragansett, Rhode Island while talking about the surprises of visiting…

Federal Hill, the Little Italy of Providence, RI

2 years ago

Brent visit's Providence, Rhode Island's "Little Italy," Federal Hill for a delicious Zeppole pastry with some wine, eggplant roll ups…

The undiscovered Portuguese town of Cuba

2 years ago

While the island nation and this small town in Portugal have little in common, they do have a tenuous link…

Classic Rhode Island drinks with a spiked twist

2 years ago

Brent visits Rhode Island for some classic Ocean State drinks. He may or may not add a little something extra…

Portugal’s Simple Tosquiado Cookie

2 years ago

Tosquiados are a cookie from the Alentego region of Portugal. Specifically, they are from the small city of Beja, not…