Travel and Dining

Eating my way around the world.

Cocktail Writing and Photography in Vancouver BC and Austin TX

Posted by on Feb 2, 2012 | 4 comments

Cocktail Writing and Photography in Vancouver BC and Austin TX

Last year, bartenders in San Francisco, Seattle, and Portland made some of the best cocktails that have touched these lips.  I’m always on the quest to experience the best cocktails that every city I visit has to offer. At the end of the day though,

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Best Restaurant Dishes of 2011 in Vancouver BC, Austin TX and beyond

Posted by on Dec 30, 2011 | 10 comments

Best Restaurant Dishes of 2011 in Vancouver BC, Austin TX and beyond

It’s been a remarkable year.  Looking back at my Flickr feed, it’s apparent that I ate very well. Exceptionally well. Ridiculously, unreasonably well.

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Nose to Tail, Farm to Table, or just Straight Up Comfort Food at Refuel Restaurant in Vancouver

Posted by on Dec 23, 2011 | 0 comments

Nose to Tail, Farm to Table, or just Straight Up Comfort Food at Refuel Restaurant in Vancouver

The weather outside might not be absolutely frightful but it’s undeniably cold.  So you want to duck into a cozy neighborhood joint with a relaxed atmosphere. Ideally, the bartenders will shake or stir up a soul soothing cocktail for you as soon as you step foot into the warmth.

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The Best, Most Indulgent Brunch Dishes at Olivia in Austin, Texas

Posted by on Dec 12, 2011 | 2 comments

The Best, Most Indulgent Brunch Dishes at Olivia in Austin, Texas

The Mr’s birthday was two days after our wedding. After the whirlwind of preparation,  anticipation, and celebration, we finally had a moment to ourselves. Naturally, we needed to treat ourselves to a down right indulgent meal.

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Our Most Perfect Wedding Night in Austin

Posted by on Nov 14, 2011 | 24 comments

Our Most Perfect Wedding Night in Austin

It’s official. On 11.11.11., we got married at the edge of the hill country in Austin, Texas. Everything turned out perfectly and we honestly could not have asked for more.

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Girls’ Night Out at Hawksworth Restaurant in Vancouver’s Rosewood Hotel Georgia

Posted by on Oct 18, 2011 | 6 comments

Girls’ Night Out at Hawksworth Restaurant in Vancouver’s Rosewood Hotel Georgia

A close girlfriend and I decided to treat ourselves to a nice dinner on our infrequent girls’ night out. And by nice, I mean we splurged on the tasting menu with wine pairings at Hawksworth Restaurant.

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