I’m not really much of a city person. Give me ocean or mountain scenery over skyscrapers any day of the week. But there are a few cities that, for one reason or another, have really captured my heart, and Chicago is … Continue reading
I think of Maui, more than any other Hawaiian island, as having a little bit of everything: nice beaches with great snorkeling, dramatic volcanic scenery, and some surrounding islands to visit for the day. With so many options, it can be tough … Continue reading
I think it’s hard to argue with the assertion that New York City is the best city in the US – and one of the best in the world – for food. Sure, you may be able to get better … Continue reading
When I found out we were moving to Indiana from California last year, one of the things I was most excited about was the (relative) proximity to Southern cities, especially Nashville. I know Nashville is having A Moment right now, … Continue reading
Portland is a great city for foodies, and it’s compact and easy to navigate, meaning you can see – and eat – a lot, even in a regular two-day weekend. My #1 recommendation for food in Portland is the charming … Continue reading
It’s not all about the wine: Napa Valley is also a serious food destination. It may be best known for super spendy restaurants like The French Laundry, but there is a lot of great food available at much more reasonable … Continue reading
Since I wrote about my second favorite San Francisco fine dining spot, it seems only appropriate to share my #1 favorite. After five years of eating our way through the Bay Area and Napa, both my husband and I agree … Continue reading
Campton Place might be one of the most under-rated restaurants in San Francisco. It’s completely omitted from the California guidebook I own, and isn’t often mentioned by people of my generation as one of the best restaurants in the city, … Continue reading
The other big thing we wanted to do in Kenai Fjords National Park, besides glacier kayaking, was hiking the famous Harding Icefield Trail. The eight mile (round-trip) trail begins by following Exit Glacier, but then climbs steeply and eventually ends overlooking the … Continue reading
I have a couple more posts to do about our Alaska adventure, but I wanted to take a quick break to talk food! Specifically, some of my favorite places to eat in one of my favorite cities, Las Vegas. Vegas … Continue reading
Destinations & Desserts 