While writing our list of foods to try in the Alps we had so many cheese options – and so many cheese based dishes – that we thought it might be best to give French Alp cheeses their own post. There are so many comforting cheese based dishes in the Alps, but it is also an experience in and of itself to taste the different cheeses on their own, for their unique flavor. It is … [Read more...] about Cheeses to try in the French Alps
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18 foods you must try in the Alps
The Alps, the majestic mountain chain that spans across France, Italy, Switzerland, Austria and Germany, are a paradise to visit and to live. It is one of the few places left to experience nature in its raw form, and places with zero noise from civilization. … [Read more...] about 18 foods you must try in the Alps
Medici Fountain at the Luxembourg Garden
When I was 20 I (luckily) spent a few months in Paris, thanks to my uncle who was living there at the time. My cousin and I would spend our days exploring different parts of the city (old fashioned style with a paper guidebook). I remember going to the Jardin du Luxembourg (aka Luxembourg Garden) and trying to find the Medici Fountain. It was late fall and very cold, hardly … [Read more...] about Medici Fountain at the Luxembourg Garden
Venetian masquerade masks
Today’s travel memory photo of the day was taken during my last trip to Europe. We visited my good friend Rossana in her hometown of Bergamo and took a day trip to Venice. These colorful Venetian masquerade masks were everywhere. Of course, I’m sure most of them are made in China or you will pay a fortune for a real authentic one. Regardless, they are pretty to look at and … [Read more...] about Venetian masquerade masks
Aix-en-Provence Farmers’ Market
My family and friends know that I have a serious farmers’ market obsession. I especially love visiting markets when we travel, and since my in-laws live in the beautiful sunny Aix-en-Provence – better known as simply Aix (and pronounced like the letter X) it is one of my favorite ones to visit. Of course, since we don’t live there I have to limit my desire to buy everything … [Read more...] about Aix-en-Provence Farmers’ Market