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Hotel Grande Bretagne: A Grecian Jewel
It’s not entirely fair to judge a hotel (or any location in Athens, really) by the ability to see the Acropolis from…
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On Grief and Baking
In November, my 35 year-old niece died suddenly and unexpectedly, and it has been devastating for our family–especially for my three young…
The Best European Christmas Markets of 2024
As winter sets in and festive lights illuminate the streets, European Christmas markets transform cities into magical wonderlands. Here’s your ultimate guide…
The Famous Peach Liqueur of Cochem, Germany
Germany’s Mosel Valley is dotted with lush greenery, storybook castles, and endless stretches of vineyards and it is also the place where…
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New York City’s Hottest Drink is…Illegal
The most sought-after cocktail in New York City is not available in any bar. It’s an unlicensed street drink whose creator, a local entrepreneur, is looking to go legit. I caught up with Amseshem Foluke to get the whole story… The day had barely dawned, but the phone’s alarm wailed,…
Unusual Museums Around the World
I’ve always been drawn to obscure things; I’ve never been attracted to the normal or what the cool kids were doing. In particular, I enjoy the unusual and the macabre—blame it on an enduring love of the works of Edgar Allan Poe—and I always seem to seek out bizarre and…
10 Things to Do in Havana, Cuba
For most Americans born after the 1958 embargo, Cuba has remained an island of mystery even though it’s only 105 miles off the shore of Key West, Florida. We know very little of Cuba–perhaps only the 3 c’s–Communism, cars, and cigars, but the destination is so much more than that. The island is…
On Grief and Baking
In November, my 35 year-old niece died suddenly and unexpectedly, and it has been devastating for our family–especially for my three young nephews (her children). I, a childless woman of a certain age, find myself raising three young boys as we grieve and navigate our new normal. I find that…
The Best European Christmas Markets of 2024
As winter sets in and festive lights illuminate the streets, European Christmas markets transform cities into magical wonderlands. Here’s your ultimate guide to the best European Christmas markets of 2024, each offering unique charms, seasonal treats, and unforgettable experiences. Christkindlesmarkt | Nuremberg, Germany Location: Hauptmarkt Square, Nuremberg Duration: November 29…