CULTURE, EVENTS & EXPERIENCES How to Stay Safe While Flying Posted on September 9, 2018November 16, 2025 One of the fastest ways of spreading disease is to buy an airplane ticket. I read a recent study that says you have a 20% chance to avoid getting sick every time you fly. That means 1 in 5 people are starting their trip under the weather. Apparently, the skies aren’t as friendly as we thought. And airport safety includes protecting yourself from an invisible enemy– the common cold? Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES History Lovers Love Wine and Bad Durkheim Posted on September 1, 2018December 21, 2025 It’s almost time for one of my favorite festivals in Germany. The Durkheimer Wurstmarkt wine festival in Bad Durkheim is the largest wine festival in the world. Yup– big reason to go, right? But you don’t have to wait for the festival to enjoy Bad Durkheim. Located on the German… Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES 2025 Finger Lakes Wine Festival Cancelled: How to Plan a Wine Trip Without It Posted on July 19, 2018November 15, 2025 Finger Lakes Wine Country is home to three distinct wine trails, each offering exciting wine and food pairing events throughout the year. Spectacular Chardonnay, Riesling, and Pinot Noirs attract wine lovers from all over the world. New York State is now one of the largest wine-producing regions in the country…. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Garbage Plate 101: How to Order Rochester’s Most Famous Dish Posted on July 17, 2018November 15, 2025 Quintessential greasy spoon experience in Rochester, New York Buffalo is famous for its wings. New Orleans offers the cherished po’ boys. Philly is synonymous with cheesesteaks. Baltimore is the go-to for crab cakes. Each city often has its own culinary claim to fame. Rochester, New York, joins the ranks with… Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Craft Beer in Rochester: 4 Breweries You Need to Visit Posted on July 14, 2018November 15, 2025 I went to Sperry High School in Henrietta, just outside of Rochester, New York. Like a lot of kids in small towns across America, I couldn’t wait to leave. Now that I’m grown, I look forward to visiting and seeing all the changes. One huge change is the craft beer… Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Franklin BBQ in Austin Texas– I’m Here for the Brisket Posted on December 24, 2017November 23, 2025 There are tons of blogs that will tell you why Franklin’s is different from all the other Texas BBQs. I can tell you, I was not disappointed in the wait for the brisket at Franklin BBQ. I barely got back into the car before I broke off a piece of brisket and yes, it was delicious. It fell apart in my fingers. It was moist and seasoned just right. Who knows, I may even wait in line again, it was part of the experience. Read more
WELLNESS ON THE ROAD Free Meals on Veterans Day Posted on November 12, 2017November 15, 2025 Dorian sat down next to me st the bar at Hopdoddy’s in Round Rock and ordered a frito burger. Jonny leaned in to confess that that burger wasn’t on the menu anymore but she’d make it for him anyway. That made me smile. Veterans Day is really an opportunity to see how your local businesses appreciate the service of America’s true 1%— the military. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Why Flat Creek Winery Is My New Favorite Texas Wine Stop Posted on July 10, 2017November 16, 2025 Ask for a sample of either the Sparkling Raspberry or Sparkling Almond. We were lucky to sit next to new friends Anna and Linda who requested a sample from their server. I gotta say, they are both yummy, but that Sparkling Almond, has a slight resemblance to Almaretto, without being heavy– its crisp, but sweet taste lingers on the tip of your tongue. Read more