Hot Toddy

5 years ago

Cold weather can mean getting toasty with a Hot Toddy, This bevvie warms two ways, with the hot liquid and…

Lychee Fruit

5 years ago

Unpeeled Lychee fruit (photo: Brent Petersen) Lychee originated in southern China 1,000 years ago, but I didn't eat it regularly…

Movies that will make you want to visit France

5 years ago

Anyone who's been to France knows it is a beautiful and romantic country. Here are a few movies that make…

Pizzolo in Sicily

5 years ago

In Greek mythology, Kalliope is the goddess of music, song and dance. She is also the muse of epic poetry.So,…

Music school in Lucca, Italy

5 years ago

Lucca, Italy (photo: Brent Petersen) Yet another entry in my long list of examples of why you should keep yourself…

Living the dream

5 years ago

Photo: Brent Petersen No matter how much you like your job, there are going to be those days. You know,…

Flat White-the espresso drink of disputed origin

5 years ago

Not a latte and not a cappuccino, the flat white is a unique beverage all its own from, depending on…

Meli Kalima pineapple

5 years ago

When we lived in Hawaii, one of the most exciting things was discovering all the new foods. The delicious Meli…

Chestnuts roasting on an open fire…in Italy

5 years ago

Chestnut vendor in Rome (photo: Brent Petersen) One of my favorite things about being in Italy in the fall and…

It’s time for a mug of smoldering wine

5 years ago

Every year around Christmas, Germans start enjoying Glühwein, a kind of mulled wine that dates back to Roman times. Glühwein…