Tasting a place
I always like to try regional specialties when I can. Tasting the essence of a place literally makes that place a part of you. Consuming foods nourished on an area’s water, grains and...
Category: Food
Rainy night seafood feast in Lisbon
I’d never been to Portugal but knew the Atlantic defined its western coast and the country was one of Europe’s wealthiest during the Age of Discovery. Early in our Iberian adventure...
Previewing Pastina, Mentor, Ohio’s newest restaurant
The hottest new tables around are at Pastina, which opens Monday Feb. 9 in a stunning new space at 9354 Mentor Ave. I was among those invited for a soft opening...
Sometimes you need to step away
Sometimes you need to step away from the everyday to really examine life and how it’s being lived. That’s one of the most compelling things about travel as far as I’m concerned,...
Capture the mood of Cuba with Ropa Vieja and Mojitos
Ropa Vieja is a Cuban dish served everywhere. Usually it is made of beef, but pork is sometimes used. I’m now working on my stories about Cuba for a series that will...
Willoughby Brewing goes for the Gold at World Beer Cup in Denver
It was a tremendous thrill for Willoughby Brewing Co. to win the World Beer Cup‘s Gold in Specialty Beer for its Peanut Butter Cup Coffee Porter, said head brewer Rick Seibt. He...
Big contest win makes my day
Bustin’ my buttons over this: Veteran News-Herald staffer Janet Podolak has won a handful of honors from the Society of American Travel Writers, awarded at the group’s March 31 to April 5...
King of all burgers found in St. Petersburg, FL
This modest looking burger joint in St. Pete, Fla. has an amazing menu. With apologies to Jimmy Buffett, I had my cheeseburger in paradise in St. Petersburg, Fl. at a little spot...
Ever tasted horse?
This market in the Place d’Aligre neighborhood of Paris included a butcher selling horsemeat. Me either. But I understand it’s often eaten in France and every time I get a menu on...
Provence food best thing I ever tasted
A potato pissaladière with sardines and anchovies was one of the best things I tasted in Marseille. To battle this long cold winter, my daydreams turn to Provence, the scenic crossroads of...
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