Walla Walla Valley, A Retreat for the Soul
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The Walla Walla Valley is the perfect getaway for a long weekend trip. A four-hour drive from Portland, Seattle, or Boise, you find a little oasis of wine, food, and nature. Moreover, a piece of history may or may not surprise you along the way. Although I chose this trip based on wine and my
Love, Resilience, and Travel Lessons Learned in St. Martin
by Lisa Morales
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Last week was my first time out of the country since the start of the pandemic. Boy, did I need a vacation and a week in St. Martin cured my Zoom Blues! While meditating on the serene, turquoise water beaches of Grand Case, I had an opportunity to reflect upon what I take from travel
Xiao Long Bao: Chinese Soup Dumplings
by Jim DeLillo
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Xiao Long Bao defined Chinese Soup Dumplings or Xiao Long Bao are not just a food item but an experience. Often only found in Chinatown neighborhoods or traditional Chinese restaurants, you enjoy these treats through a ritual of precise eating instructions. A soup dumpling is similar to other dim sum. In other words, a wonton
Where the Tourist Meets the Local in Arizona
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The beautiful state of Arizona has much to offer in terms of scenery, hiking, restaurants, shopping, and historical landmarks. Most often tourists gravitate to the Northern parts of the state to visit the Grand Canyon, Sedona, and the Verde Valley, and understandably so. The photo opportunities alone are reason enough to make the drive. A
Top Palm Springs Chef Has One of the World’s Top Dining at Elevation Experiences
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Along with snow on the peaks outside, finding Palm Springs chef John Fritch–one of the world’s top dining at elevation chefs–was a wonderful surprise. It was not one I expected to find in the desert of Palm Springs, California. Not only an accomplished Palm Springs chef, John also holds worldwide acclaim. Flown to Rome, Italy,
Abilene, Kansas: 12 Best Things to Do
by Amy Piper
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Located in the Flint Hills region of the Great Plains, in north-central Kansas, Abilene sits at the intersection of I-70 and K-15, about 94 miles north of Wichita. With a population of barely 6,000, Abilene has earned a place on many best small-town lists, including the Smithsonian’s 2017 Best Small Town to Visit List. Abilene
Supporting The UN and Saving the World With … Lentils?
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Being an ex-pat and having lived in multiple countries, I feel like a citizen of the world. A little piece of my heart resides in each country. The beautiful people, cultures, art, and amazing food always enrich my life. Because of this, my support of other citizens of the world holds a special joy. Recently
Go-to Recipes for Spring and Summer Gatherings
Are you looking forward to planning a “pitch-in” gathering with a small group of your friends or family members? Since more and more of us have (thankfully!) received our COVID-19 vaccinations, we are feeling freer to finally come together in small groups. Who’s bringing an appetizer? A salad? Dessert? While the host may provide a
Tet Festival – Lunar New Year 2021
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Chinese New Year 2021 falls on Friday, February 12th, 2021. It is the most important public holiday for Chinese people who will get seven days off from work from February 11-17. 2021 is the Year of the Ox. However, in Vietnam and for Vietnamese people anywhere in the world, Tet is the Lunar New Year
A Traditional Chinese New Year
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What comes to mind when you think of Chinese New Year? Great festivals? Lanterns floating up into the night sky? Parades with colorful dragons dancing down the street? That’s what I always thought. What it is really all about and how it is commonly celebrated might surprise you. Recently, we had the opportunity to host