One of the world's most coveted terroirs, the region and town of Cognac, just in the Charente region of southwestern France, three hours away from Paris by train (and also, by the way, the birthplace of 16th-century King François I) is a typically ch
While I love cooking and creating recipes that are in my mental recipe file, I’m generally open to trying new recipes using ingredients that take me out of my comfort zone. Let me interject before I forget…I try not to be confined with using a r
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As Cuba opens up even more, even more folks are discovering that dining in Havana has evolved far beyond the mediocre state-run restaurants of yore. Of course, most of said state-run restaurants are still around, but the new tourism economy has force
As Cuba opens up even more, even more folks are discovering that dining in Havana has evolved far beyond the mediocre state-run restaurants of yore. Of course, most of said state-run restaurants are still around, but the new tourism economy has force
In this edition, it's all about the flavors of delicious vegan and organic foods...
http://terryssecondhelpings.blogspot.com/2015/08/my-latest-tastings-vegan-organic_31.html
Read more…...recommendations, tips, and product reviews...prep and cooking tools, turducken, and wine...all perfect for summertime entertaining...
http://terryssecondhelpings.blogspot.com/2015/06/entertaining-tools-tastings.html
Read more…...my latest cooking class experience with a culinary master...
http://terryssecondhelpings.blogspot.com/2015/06/la-scuola-di-eataly-chicago-dean-lidia.html
Read more…...my latest article includes reviews of cookbooks, cooking demonstrations, and Chicago restaurants...
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Arezzo is a charming, medieval town located on a steep hill in Tuscany and is much less touristy than other cities such as Florence or Pisa. Despite being somewhat off the tourist map, it has so much to do and see and is great for experiencing authe
Read more…Recent studies have shown that numbers of travellers going on asingles holiday are on the rise. In an analysis of over 100,000 the findings revealed that the average age of solo travellers is 54 years old; which may come as a surprise to those who
Read more…Once notorious as a "where-the-boys-are" (and often somewhat rowdy) spring-break beach destination, Fort Lauderdale has in recent years expanded beyond its lovely beaches to become a well rounded destination with something for everyone, from budg
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Unfamiliar compared to many than other Latin American cuisines such as Mexican, Peruvian, and Cuban, Chilean cuisine has always been considered one of those that best blend the traditions of the Spaniards and the pre-Columbian people of
One of Chicago's latest hot spots that combines elements of art gallery, lounge and restaurant. Located in the trendy West Loop area, the see and be seen crowd can't get enough of the eclectic vibes.
Read more…Apart from its divine beauty - including awe-inspiring views of the mighty eastern Himalayas and picturesque Buddhist temples and shrines, India's second smallest state is a delight to the palate, and to truly experience the essence of Sikkim, ev
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I recently had the opportunity to attend the “Visit Omaha Steak Lover’s Virtual Media Tour” with fellow International Food, Wine, and Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) members. This informative webinar was sponsored by Omaha Steaks and hosted
Already known as a land of diversity, Southern California has some spots where the cultures really steep in the melting pot.
Just east of downtown Los Angeles, the San Gabriel Valley has historically been the locale of cheaper land prices and a "liv
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There I was in my white lab coat, examining 40 vials and trying to determine which combinations to mix to get the best outcome. Admittedly, I wasn’t performing some important scientific discovery or creating a medical breakthrough, but it felt alm
Mamma Mia! This place is incredible!! Eataly Chicago is a mega food and eatery emporium of all-things Italian. It's eye candy for the foodie, foodie-wannabe, tourist and curiosity seeker. It’s two floors and 63k SF of sprawling goodness where so
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