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  • Europe Italy Travels

    How to spend a perfect weekend in Siena, Italy – Part 2

    October 4, 2026 Read More
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    How to spend a perfect weekend in Siena, Italy – Part 1

    September 27, 2026 Read More
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    A picturesque Tuscan drive

    September 6, 2026 Read More
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    Why you’ll fall for Lucca, Italy

    August 28, 2026 Read More
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    The best of Pisa in one day

    August 23, 2026 Read More
  • Olmsted Backyard
    New York Restaurants

    Olmsted, Brooklyn

    Olmsted might have just opened a few months ago but it’s already as accomplished as it can be, having delivered what is probably my favorite meal of the year (as of yet!). Yes, the…

    November 11, 2016
  • Troyes - Champagne
    Europe France Travels

    Medieval Times in Troyes, Champagne

    When first walking into Troyes, you’re likely to see a puff of clouds shaping into ‘Once upon a time…’ above the storybook town. One look at the alluring, old capital of the Champagne region…

    November 5, 2016
  • Breaded Lamb Chops
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    Breaded Lamb Chops with Cheese and Fresh Mint

    The first cold snap has arrived and of ccourse I’m already thinking of Spring! The earth warming up, the farmers markets getting full again, and lamb being feasted on at every celebration. I can’t…

    October 29, 2016
  • Verzy - Perching Bar
    Europe France Travels

    A champagne bar up in the trees in Verzy

    After a festive weekend in Reims spent sipping and cave exploring, it was time to get out of the city and go to the source of that bubbly magic. The closest production region is…

    October 21, 2016
  • Les Crayeres - Reims
    France Travels

    Bubbles with a side of history – A visit to Reims in Champagne

    The celebratory drink of choice, champagne is steeped in history and has also given its name to a very charming region in France. I ventured there for a few days of toasting a major…

    October 16, 2016
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Bonjour! I'm Sandra, a French Canadian expat in New York's Hudson Valley. International marketeer by day, in my off-time I can be found eating my way around the world or cooking up a storm in my kitchen, camera in hand. Enjoy the visual journey!

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Two Frank Lloyd Wright houses on the same street i Two Frank Lloyd Wright houses on the same street in Manchester, NH. Both Usonian-style (his collection of affordable homes for the middle-class), their modest size still packs a punch — real mid-century architectural treasures. 

#zimmermanhouse #khalilhouse 
#franklloydwright #architecture #usonian
Early fall chasing waterfalls at @letchworthstatep Early fall chasing waterfalls at @letchworthstatepark 💦
Slow lunch on the Douro river | Bomfim 1896 #pi Slow lunch on the Douro river | Bomfim 1896
 

#pinhão #bomfim1896 @symingtonfamilyestates #dourovalley #alwayseating
Pinhão, the epicenter of Port wine production, was Pinhão, the epicenter of Port wine production, was even more beautiful than I anticipated. Hiking in the terraced vineyards, cruising slowly on the river, tasting wine and olive oil with crazy views… Even the train ride from Porto was spectacular. 🍷🍇

#dourovalley #pinhão #winedestinations #portugal
Seafood and stripes📍Costa Nova, Portugal Seafood and stripes📍Costa Nova, Portugal
A day in the « Venice of Portugal » brought more t A day in the « Venice of Portugal » brought more than canals and colorful boats. 

Aveiro has so many Art Nouveau buildings, salt ponds, and the prettiest train station covered in azulejos. 

The area’s rich clay soil also fueled a robust ceramic industry, with gorgeous ceramic murals and the nearby Vista Alegre factory and museum. Another fabulous day trip from Porto. 

#aveiro #portugal #canals #artnouveau
Braga is one of Portugal’s oldest cities. Rich in Braga is one of Portugal’s oldest cities. Rich in history, churches, and colorful gardens, it makes for a beautiful day trip from Porto. 

#braga #portugal #daytrip 🇵🇹
Porto taberna still life #porto #taberna #presun Porto taberna still life 

#porto #taberna #presunto
Got a beautiful dose of medieval in Guimarães, the Got a beautiful dose of medieval in Guimarães, the « Birthplace of Portugal ». 

#portugal #guimaraes #unescoworldheritage #medievaltown
Art in Porto #porto #streetart #architecture Art in Porto
 

#porto #streetart #architecture
Azulejos 💙 #porto #azulejos #architecture #tiles Azulejos 💙 

#porto #azulejos #architecture #tiles #art
Who would have thought that my favorite building i Who would have thought that my favorite building in Porto would turn out to be the Stock Exchange Palace? #beautifularchitecture #porto #paláciodabolsa #neoclassical
There is a day’s worth of calories in the culinary There is a day’s worth of calories in the culinary icon of Porto | Introducing the francesinha: steak, ham and sausage hidden between two slices of bread, covered with lots of melted cheese and drowned in a hot tomato and beer gravy. Oh, and of course french fries on the side for dipping… #sinful #delicious #porto #heartattackonaplate #eatlocal
Found the perfect blend of art, architecture, and Found the perfect blend of art, architecture, and nature in Parque de Serralves. 

#porto #serralves #park #artdeco #parquedeserralves
Riverside views of Porto 🇵🇹 #porto #douroriver # Riverside views of Porto 🇵🇹 

#porto #douroriver #cityscape #hillycity
#tasmanpeninsula #coastalhike #tasmanpeninsula #coastalhike
The plumpest oysters I’ve ever had 🦪#tasmaniandeli The plumpest oysters I’ve ever had 🦪#tasmaniandelicacy #brunyisland #oysters #travelfoodie
Bay of Fires | #tasmania #beachday #bayoffires Bay of Fires | #tasmania #beachday #bayoffires
Dove Lake circuit in Cradle Mountain National Park Dove Lake circuit in Cradle Mountain National Park - a beautiful walk through pristine wilderness with views of dramatic peaks (reminded me a bit of Scotland). 

#tasmania #dovelakecircuit #cradlemountain #hiketasmania #tassieadventures
Fresh tuna every day, every way 🐟 #easterisland Fresh tuna every day, every way 🐟 

#easterisland #tuna #ceviche #eatlocal #eattheworld
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