Simple crostini toppings The holidays can be overwhelming with all the shopping that needs to be done and socializing that is expected but it doesn’t need to be that way. If you’re hosting a get together, plan something simple but elegant like a cocktail party. If you don’t have a well stocked bar you could […]
Europe
Our stories and recipes from our travels through Europe.
The love affair between New Zealand and Sauvignon Blanc
New Zealand and Sauvignon Blanc Prior to the 1830’s there was not a grape to be seen in New Zealand and it took another 130 years for the humble grape to become one of New Zealand’s national treasures. Up until the 1960’s New Zealand’s wine was not mass produced and was mainly used for religious […]
Making fresh pasta at home
Making fresh pasta at home Too often in America we eat without thinking, we buy over packaged, prepared foods and don’t always think about what we ingest. Some people eat strictly for fuel, not for enjoyment. In Italy, if you’re not eating, you’re talking about your next meal and it’s quite normal to spend a […]
Another 48 Hours in Glasgow
We love Glasgow We fell in love with Glasgow during our first 48 hours there so we opted to return for another 48 hours in Glasgow after our road trip, instead of heading to Edinburgh, as previously planned. After dropping off the car we headed to the citizenM hotel. If you haven’t heard of the citizenM, […]
Scotland Road Trip – part 4
Dornie to Inverness On this day our road trip would take us from Dornie to Inverness. A perfect country drive winding along rivers and lochs and through forests, eventually spending the majority of the time hugging the bank of the mighty River Ness. Nessie was nowhere to be seen, but there was plenty to tempt our […]
Scotland Road Trip – part 3
From Uig to the Isle of Harris Arriving first, and with heads full of optimism, we waited for the ticket office to open to take the ferry from Uig to the Isle of Harris. It was a gorgeous, clear sunny morning with a strong but not insane wind. As we lined up to purchase our […]
Best Restaurants to Eat in Venice
Venice is a popular city in Italy that is known for their numerous attractions such as the Piazza San Marco, Doge’s Palace, Rialto Bridge, Murano, and a whole lot more. But as a hub for fine dining, this capital is known for its amazing restaurants. Whether you are looking for authentic and delicious Italian dishes, […]
Scotland Road Trip – Part 2
Day 2 Day two of our Scottish Highlands road trip, on our way to the Outer Hebrides, saw us leave Oban on route to Portree, the largest town on Skye with a population of 2500. It was chilly and windy and the weather quickly changed from sun to rain. Slightly wet, the road and surrounding […]