Tales: Bloganuary # 11 (Boldly Living Bourdain-ism)

The prompt for Day 11 of the Bloganuary challenge is “What does it mean to live boldly?” To live boldly generally means to live a life without reservations.  I use the word reservation becaues it will forever remind me of Anthony Bourdain.  A figure who has inspired me to travel and start a blog that led me here.  I would say Anthony lived a life … Continue reading Tales: Bloganuary # 11 (Boldly Living Bourdain-ism)

Travel: Day Trip to Salzburg Austria

My trip to Austria started with a 30-minute drive to Kaiserslautern, Germany, followed by a midnight 6-hour bus ride and early morning entrance into the 4th largest city in Austria. Like Colon Germany, Salzburg, Austria was built on the settlement of an old Roman town called Iuvavum. Based on my experience in Colon; I was excited to see the rich history that the romans left … Continue reading Travel: Day Trip to Salzburg Austria

Travel for Food: Mannheim Germany

I have been away for almost a month, but even a travel food blogger has to take a break. Rejuvenized, I’m back and ready to review my most recent ventures in the city of Mannheim. While visiting Mannheim, I went on an eating adventure. As I foraged through the food landscape, I hit some incredible highs and lows. A few weeks ago, I stumbled upon … Continue reading Travel for Food: Mannheim Germany

Travel for Food: Hawaiian Style 

I was lucky enough to spend a few days visiting a friend who now resides in Lanikai Hawaii. Through her, I was able to eat at a few spots she often raved about. First on the list was Over Easy, a renewed breakfast and brunch restaurant, followed by my first experience with Hawaiian shaved ice. After that, it was just an adventure with an old … Continue reading Travel for Food: Hawaiian Style 

Travel for Food: Eating Around California, O.C. (Part 1)

I have been going to California for a few months now for work. It has only been during a recent visit where I was able to venture out in orange county to dine-in at a few establishments. The lockdown kept everyone either preparing their own food or ordering take away meals. While I do miss the experience of eating my meals inside the 4 walls … Continue reading Travel for Food: Eating Around California, O.C. (Part 1)