Each Tuesday, a single photo capturing a beautiful or interesting image from somewhere I’ve traveled…
Easy Pesto with Almonds
In our travels, Robert and I often skip restaurants in favor of a more intimate option… picnics! I’ve written quite a bit about the limited offerings of Danish grocery stores, so it’s a treat to browse the aisles of a well stocked supermarket or delicatessen when we’re abroad. One of my favorite places to do… Continue Reading
Where to Shop in Rome on a Budget
When in Rome (or anywhere outside of Denmark), shopping is high on our list of priorities. I tend to splash out on handbags and shoes, while spending more conservatively on clothing which only lasts a few seasons, so I researched ahead of time where to shop in Rome on a budget. Where to Shop in… Continue Reading
Caprese Panini with Pesto
Here’s a sandwich that’s a riff on my favorite Italian street food, the delicious and simple caprese panini with pesto! half a loaf of ciabatta pesto 1 small tomato, sliced 75g fresh mozzarella, sliced torn basil leaves salt Slice the Ciabatta in half lengthwise. Spread both inside halves with pesto. Arrange the tomato slices… Continue Reading
Lost in Venice
Before I left for Venice, I asked a native for recommendations on what to see and do. His advice was, “just get lost.” I thought that was hopelessly lame advice. I mean, who goes to Italy to get lost? I wanted art, music, architecture and food! But when I got to Venice, I realized that… Continue Reading
Venetian Masks
Every city has its main tourist souvenir. In Venice it’s €10 Carnival masks. They’re dreadful and I wish I’d thought to take a photo for comparison’s sake. But, in the less traveled streets, the mascherari still produce intricate paper-mache masks by hand. They’re not cheap, but they sure are beautiful! Had I not wasted 2+… Continue Reading
Back From Venice
And it was lovely!!! More to come…