Weekend on the Oregon Coast
“We’re all here, because we’re not all there.” That is the town motto of Yachats, Oregon, a sleepy beach village of about 700 residents just two [...]
Ballard in Springtime
Ballard is one of Seattle’s many distinct neighborhoods with its own unique flavor that mixes old-time fishing history and dive bars with trendy shops and restaurants. [...]
The Mussels from Brussels
I think Jean-Claude Van Damme was known as the Muscles from Brussels. But, I prefer my mussels à la Mariniere, just the way they make them at Restaurant [...]
Travel like you live there!
It’s nice to put up your feet for a few days in a new place and staying in a cottage, or a rental house is easier than it’s ever been. If you want to self-cater, [...]
Vik’s Chaat – great Indian food in Berkeley
Vik’s Chaat is one of those places you hope never changes. They’ve got a system and it works. Walk up to the counter and place your order. Check out their [...]
Berkeley Airbnb Weekend
A few months back I decided to take a break and spend a little time in Berkeley walking, bicycling and checking out the newest local eateries. Since hotel rooms can [...]
Why you probably need to throw out your Olive Oil
If you’re like me and you love olive oil, you might be surprised by what you learn when you read Tom Mueller’s Extra Virginity. I know it changed my olive oil [...]
Winter sunbreak at the Ace Hotel, Palm Springs
It was freezing in Seattle last winter, so I thought I’d use some frequent flier miles and head down to Palm Springs for the weekend. Having gone there a few years [...]
Kevin Dundon’s Modern Irish Food
I love watching International cooking shows, and I recently discovered a great new program about Irish cooking, starring Kevin Dundon on our local CreateTV channel. Kevin [...]
Favorite European Sea Salt
I’m always looking for new food products to try, especially products from some of my favorite places in Europe. I discovered this beautiful Camargue French sea salt [...]
