You might say I'm a foodie, excited about trying new dishes both at home and abroad. Food is what makes so much of the experience and recreating the recipes from my travels is a way to relive the fun. But I also love a good cocktail, as I worked for a few years as a bartender. Today I'm recreating … [Read more...] about My Favorite Cocktails from My Travels
New York
A Marvelous Mrs. Maisel Tour of New York City
The Amazon Prime series The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel has quickly become an award-winning show from the team behind Gilmore Girls. It tells of a woman who is left by her husband and her new career as a stand-up comedienne. It's based in New York City during the 1950s and 60s, especially in the … [Read more...] about A Marvelous Mrs. Maisel Tour of New York City
Why Tiny Sleeps are Best in NYC
Let's face it: accommodations in big cities eat up most of your travel budget. And in New York City, your money doesn't get you quite as much as it does elsewhere. Similar to apartments, hotel rooms are generally smaller. But for me, that's just fine. When I visit the city, I am happy to sacrifice … [Read more...] about Why Tiny Sleeps are Best in NYC
Best Free and Cheap Things to Do in New York City
While it's easy to spend a small fortune in New York City, especially when it comes to hotels, shopping, and dining, you certainly don't have to. I've traveled to the city dozens of times throughout the years on all budgets, starting with my family, later as a backpacker, and finally as a business … [Read more...] about Best Free and Cheap Things to Do in New York City
Exploring Nolita, New York’s Most Photogenic Neighborhood
If you scroll through New York City Instagram hashtags, it's likely you'll see the neighborhood of Nolita, a nickname short for North of Little Italy, in your feed. It's not enough that neighboring Chinatown and Little Italy seem straight out a movie. But Nolita bursts to life with colorful … [Read more...] about Exploring Nolita, New York’s Most Photogenic Neighborhood