I won’t say that it’s the most asked question I get when I’m on the road, but it certainly ranks right up there in the top ten, perhaps after the standard “where are you from?” and “how long are you traveling for?” People want to know why I’m vegetarian. And not just why, but also …
Sometimes I hate Los Angeles. It’s a sprawling urban tapestry, a maze of concrete and palm trees extending as far as the eye can see. It’s a city (rightfully) maligned for its traffic snarls, and the constant sun can sometimes seem as relentless as the pursuit of fame that drives many to its glittering streets. …
Happy Sunday all! I’m going out of contact for the next week but have some stories lined up from recent and past travels—I won’t be responding to comments until I get back from a certain place in the Caribbean that I’m *not* visiting (wink, wink), but don’t let that stop you from sharing thoughts and …
The spicy mingling of scents when you first step foot into India is among my favorite memories of my months in South Asia. Before traveling across India on my round the world trip, I had backpacked through Southeast Asia. India offers hundreds of traditional dishes, and all vary from north to south. Each region has its …
Affectionately referred to as “Irish mothers’ milk” by some and “the pint that drinks like a meal” by others, Guinness is a cultural right of passage on a visit to Ireland. And as a fiercely Irish yank, the Guinness Factory Tour was tops on my “must-see” list. But I had my doubts: Was it going …
There was a niggling fear in my heart when I arrived in the Czech Republic; I worried that I was going to have vegetarian food-related issues like those I encountered in Bosnia. I was pleasantly surprised to find fantastic Czech desserts. And they were everywhere! The country has a dumpling mania, with traditional Czech recipes …
Sweet glazed phyllo peaked from the glass display cases. Waves of joy flooded me at the thought of that fresh, warmed baklava hitting my tongue. I love baklava. It’s a long-term, lifelong love affair with this sweet treat. When made well, baklava has a perfect balance of sweet honey, crispy phyllo dough, and savory nuts. …
Gentle summer breezes, water-misting fans, and one creamy ice cream cone is all it takes to fit in throughout Bosnia and Croatia. The sidewalk café culture is alive and rampant here; locals and tourist alike spend hours people-watching or being people-watched. This shared social activity in the late afternoon and early evenings is an intrinsic …