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Brent
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Reverse Culture Shock. Returning to the States after 2 years away
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
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
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
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
Tosquiados are a cookie from the Alentego region of Portugal. Specifically, they are from the small city of Beja, not…
Culinary Adventure: Best cocktails in Newport, Rhode Island
Brent visits Newport, Rhode Island and samples some cocktails including one with ties to a painful past. He also checks…
My favorite place for a glass of wine in Beja, Portugal
Housed in a 16th century (or earlier) building, Os Infantes is a terrific place to get a glass of wine…
Iconic Rhode Island dishes (Pizza Strips, Doughboys, & Johnnycakes)
Brent travels to Rhode Island for some classic and unusual Rhode Island dishes like Pizza Strips, & Johnnycakes. Plus, a…
Porto’s Bank of Tiles
The Banco de Materiais is helping keep alive Porto’s heritage of Azulejo tiles. Azulejo Tile origin story Azulejos are painted…
Cape Cod Foodie Road Trip
Brent takes a break on Cape Cod, but not before sampling a Pastel de Nata in New Bedford recommended by…