"Food for the body is not enough. There must be food for the soul" ~ Dorothy Day We embarked on a long weekend to the low-country's epicenter Charleston, South Carolina. A trip to be made slowly, not rushed, southern style. With just a click, we signed up to enjoy a meal in a talented but … Continue reading Weekend in Charleston and a Low-Country Feast
Category: Travelers notebook
Savoring the Season: Spicy Watermelon Margaritas
The sun is blazing, and its late afternoon on a Sunday. We retreat to our patio to escape the sweltering heat. The ceiling fans are humming overhead, and the wind down begins. Warm weather appetizers are a must and we start with crispy polenta rounds, with creamy burrata, sliced watermelon wedges, and a arugula tossed … Continue reading Savoring the Season: Spicy Watermelon Margaritas
Huevos Rotos: Spanish Broken Eggs
"If I'm an advocate for anything, it's to move, as far as you can, across the ocean, or simply across the river. Walk in someone's else's shoes or at least eat their food. It's a plus for everybody"~Anthony Bourdain 1956-2018Traveling both inspires me and engages me in a way that can be difficult to explain. … Continue reading Huevos Rotos: Spanish Broken Eggs
Pura Vida….Travel Journey to Costa Rica and Green Plantain Ceviche
Nestled between Nicaragua to its north, and Panama to the southeast, and sharing two coastlines with the Pacific and the Caribbean lies the Republic of Costa Rica. With a 3-hour car ride from the Liberia airport to our first adventure in the Arenal region there was plenty of time to soak up the scenic … Continue reading Pura Vida….Travel Journey to Costa Rica and Green Plantain Ceviche
Rural America….Southern Hospitality and Chicken Pot Pie
Life invariably provides twists and turns. There is no avoiding them. Through this bittersweet symphony of life we are usually in the midst of counting our blessings, and balancing our challenges.My parents moved to a rural small town about 10 years ago. Southern roots run deep in this town and weddings, new babies, and … Continue reading Rural America….Southern Hospitality and Chicken Pot Pie
All That…And A No Bake Peanut Butter Pie Too
"To be outstanding get comfortable with being uncomfortable" ~ UnknownIf you have been to North Carolina there is no disagreement, its a beautiful state from its bustling cities, expansive farmland, to the mountain landscape of southern Appalachia.Getting off the beaten path and taking the road a little less traveled results in the adventure, more often … Continue reading All That…And A No Bake Peanut Butter Pie Too
Atlanta on my Mind
Who say's you can't create an urban farm in your neighborhood on less than an acre? After a stay at the The Social Goat Bed and Breakfast in downtown Atlanta Georgia I am rethinking my situation. Gone is the 5 acre dream! Folks, I just need a new neighborhood to move into. I promise to share my … Continue reading Atlanta on my Mind
Sunday Supper: Adoración’s Spanish Paella
Paella is a classic Spanish dish that is defined as a rice stew A dish made of saffron flavored rice with chicken, shellfish, and a variety of other ingredients cooked together to create a communal style meal, meaning that everyone finds a place around the pan to enjoy. Americans tend to lean into the belief that … Continue reading Sunday Supper: Adoración’s Spanish Paella
A Journey to Spain
It has taken me a couple of weeks to get my act together since returning from our journey to Spain. There are few things greater in life than an amazing vacation spent with people that you feel that you have known all your life. We spent a majority of our time in the city of … Continue reading A Journey to Spain
Destination San Juan Puerto Rico
My mantra is to say "Yes" more often than I say "No" This leads us on occasion to travel destinations simply because without further thought we said "Yes".Surrounded by the Caribbean and the Atlantic oceans and easily lured by the pristine beaches and tropical weather it is easy to imagine why you would easily … Continue reading Destination San Juan Puerto Rico
Tomatoes on the Vine 