If you're visiting Poland, you'll no doubt find a restaurant that serves Polish sauerkraut soup. I'm a big fan of sauerkraut so that's why I love it and it's incredibly good for your gut. If it isn't your thing I totally understand, but if it is, you'll love the recipe below. Enjoy this recipe! The inspiration for this recipe started with an organ concert in Kraków, … [Read more...]
Explore Banff. Canada in One Day
Banff is a picturesque resort village that sits at the foot of the breathtaking Banff National Forest, a designated UNESCO World Heritage site. The peaks of the majestic Mt. Rundle and Mt. Cascade can be seen from the town center. It's the main hub for tourists coming to the Canadian Rockies and the starting point for every sort of adventure tour. During the high season, … [Read more...]
Take a Gorgeous Alpine Hike at Lake Louise, Canada
While visiting the Canadian Rockies, my daughter and I booked a 10k Alpine Hike at Lake Louise with a guide. At first, I was nervous. Would I survive hiking with a millennial? Will I have a heart attack and die in paradise? Even though I go for long walks at home I was concerned. Hiking up a steep mountain is different than walking on the flats. Find a local guide near … [Read more...]
Stay in Yoho National Park: Canadian Rockies
My daughter invited me on a short vacation to explore the Canadian Rockies with her. Decades ago, my parents vacationed there and loved it, so it's always been on my bucket list. We planned to stay at Yoho National Park for two nights, not far from Lake Louise, before heading to Banff for one night. Find a local guide near Banff, here. We flew into Calgary from Los … [Read more...]
Women Inspired Cocktails from the Victorian Age | Women’s History Month
I attended a liquor tasting and panel discussion that delved into The History of Women and the Cocktail. It was presented by Pomp & Whimsy, a boutique distiller of gin liqueur, and the Museum of the American Cocktail. (MOTAC) in association with the Kindred Spirit Society. The focus of the discussion was Victorian-age cocktail recipes created by women of the era. The … [Read more...]
