Chefs Making Waves

On Monday, I am leaving for a massive foodie cruise! It is a full ship charter with a veritable who’s who of the cooking world along for the ride. Should be a great way to try Norwegian Cruise Lines for the first time! More details to come! Continue reading Chefs Making Waves

Paris In a Pandemic

For me, travel is healing. It soothes my soul. It gets me outside of my head, and trust me its dangerous in there! It lets me step outside myself and connect with something else. Connect with countries, cultures, people, and ultimately to return home with a better, clearer sense of myself. During this pandemic I … Continue reading Paris In a Pandemic

Luxor – Karnak, The Winter Palace & our Home Hosted Dinner

Well, after what can only be described as a RUDE 3:45am meeting time, we headed to the airport for a very early flight from Cairo to Luxor. I don’t think I was smiling…despite the sign. I needed coffee! While it was very pleasant when we landed, the forecast for today was looking toasty! With that … Continue reading Luxor – Karnak, The Winter Palace & our Home Hosted Dinner

Filling the Bucket (List) – Jordan (still!)

Jordan – Day One! Today officially begins our tour.  We actually do make it to breakfast today so I was able to see what was available on a Middle Eastern breakfast buffet…mostly.  Now please understand that I do not like American breakfast food.  Not eggs, not pancakes, not waffles, not cereal, not donuts, not oatmeal, … Continue reading Filling the Bucket (List) – Jordan (still!)