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Video: PirĂ¢mide de chocolate & Convento de Jesus

Brent visits the Convento de Jesus in Setubal, Portugal. Then, he enjoys a PirĂ¢mide de chocolate at a characteristic pastelaria.…

2 years ago

Who gets the aisle seat?

When you travel as a couple, you want to sit together on the plane. But, this creates a problem. Who…

3 years ago

Jury Duty vs. Root Canal

Some choices require analysis and deep thought. Others are a piece of cake. My first experience with jury duty When…

3 years ago

Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience

Several digital art exhibits featuring the work of Vincent Van Gogh are traveling the United States in 2021 and 2022.…

3 years ago

Hot Toddy

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

4 years ago

The wasabi you’re eating is fake

Wasabi is on the table at every sushi restaurant in the U.S. The only problem is it's not wasabi. What…

4 years ago

I blamed my girlfriend for a seismic event

It was Sunday morning and my girlfriend and I were eating breakfast on the couch. "Could you stop shaking the…

4 years ago

Delicious meatless “meatballs”

Whether you're vegetarian or just looking for a something different, these meatless eggplant balls are the perfect way to top…

4 years ago

I lied to Lyle Lovett

Backstage pass for 1993 Lyle Lovett concert (image: Brent Petersen) We all have a stash of stories about ourselves we…

4 years ago

I tried making homemade vermouth. Here’s what happened

Vermouth is enjoying a moment. If you want to make your own batch of the aromatic fortified wine at home,…

4 years ago