Pondering Pittsburgh
My Pittsburgh story- just published in Epicurean-Traveler.com: Prowess in Pittsburgh
My Pittsburgh story- just published in Epicurean-Traveler.com: Prowess in Pittsburgh
My story posted in Epicurean-Traveler.com Jolt Your Senses: 72 Hours in San Mateo County
Arizona’s mountain tapestry enveloped us as we approached. Saguaros raised an arm-or multiples-in hello. The ocotillo’s crimson halo and gown of green enticed. This is to be our home! The steps leading up to this moment were quick ones. As the town approached and we emerged from our caravan of two with our golden retriever, … More New in Town
CARMEL-by-the-SEA!!!!!! see my post in Epicurean-Traveler.com: http://epicurean-traveler.com/character-in-carmel/
You awaken to the cable car sounds below. The mist lifts and the sun finds your face among the tall buildings. The Ferry Building is alive outside with its weekend marketplace. Your senses sing praise to the offered bits of peaches and pluots, tomatoes, peppers, mushrooms, pickled vegetables, salmon, pastry, honey, lavender, sea salt and … More So San Francisco
This morning’s arrival into port was heralded by a light show with bells in Rhodes, Greece. The sun was appropriately brilliant on this “island of the sun.” Our guide identified Kalithea (meaning “the best view”) and Lindos, our destination, as where “The Guns of Navarone” was filmed in 1962. Dropped off on a hill above the … More Kali̱méra, Rodos
In the 12 day eastern Mediterranean cruise, the days and wine flow. Among wonders of the world we are moved and incredulous. The ancient ruins unfold before visitors from all corners of the globe. In Athens, our port time was satisfying on all accounts. The ship docked early. The day was a sunny 70 degrees. … More A Slice of Athens
Massive oaks are not the only mighty giants that emerged along the scenic Cane River in Louisiana North. A slave’s daughter, Clementine Hunter first picked up oils at the age of 54 while cleaning the artists’ residence. Her artistic legacy depicts plantation life in vivid color. Upstairs in the African House at Melrose Plantation is a … More 5 Faces of Louisiana North