friday fünf {surviving winter}
Heading into my first real winter in Zurich, I was given survival advice from a friend. Her winters in Vermont are even colder than mine, but the advice is just the same; embrace the snow. Find activities you like to do outside, even in the winter. Our first winter, I was happy to cozy up […]
The Veuve Clicquot Chalet
This time last week, I was hanging out in a chalet drinking a bottomless glass of Veuve Clicquot. NBD. Who am I kidding, it was a really BIG DEAL! I was given the opportunity to represent the online magazine, My Girlfriend Guide to Zurich, with whom I occasionally write articles, at an event sponsored by […]
My Food Lover’s Guide to Paris
I have been to Paris on three separate occasions and while each trip was very different, there has always been a common thread: delicious food. I don’t know how the Parisians continue to amaze me with their cuisine, but they do and I can’t complain. This most recent trip, we stayed a full week in […]
The Cute & Quaint Burlington, Vermont
Back when I lived in Buenos Aires, I worked with a girl who went to college in Vermont. We became good friends and she would never stop raving about the great state of Vermont. I knew nothing about Vermont, so I just listened and didn’t think much about it. She ended up moving back there […]
Split & Dubrovnik, Croatia
After my girls trip to Croatia last year, I knew I had to go back. I really enjoyed the small towns of Rovinj and Pula, so I knew the bigger cities must have something great to offer. Croatia seems to me a bit like the Mexico of Europe. The Croatian coastal towns have a relaxed vibe, everything […]
Tomato & Onion Stuffed Eggplants from Cooking Alaturka
This amazing travel we have been able to experience while living abroad has given me a whole new appreciation for food. Every country (and sometimes city) has their own special meals and particular ways to prepare them. I find it fascinating. At first, I just liked to try a few restaurants and street food while […]