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

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!)

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.

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

CafĂ© com Cheirinho is a Portuguese coffee with a kick! Coffee served with alcohol certainly isn’t an idea that originated…

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…