Category Archives: America

Glazed Over Donuts, Beacon NY

Posted on November 11, 2017 by julieovaltrades

I am not one for trends, except for trendy donuts. I’m totally about trendy donuts, because donuts are delicious. Not all donuts are made equally, however. With many shops putting on toppings such as cereal or pretzels, you may find … Continue reading →

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Jerky from Barb’s Butchery, Beacon NY

Posted on November 10, 2017 by julieovaltrades

I was a picky eater. I was a vegetarian. I was many things in my past life that would lead you to believe that I’d never eat jerky. People change. My lifestyle required power snacks for hiking and a food … Continue reading →

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Hike Madam Brett Park to Denning’s Point, Hudson Valley

Posted on November 9, 2017 by julieovaltrades

While other trailheads in the area are brimming with cars and commotion, Madam Brett Park is quiet and relaxed. So much so that when I was driving to the parking lot, I almost thought I was going the wrong way. … Continue reading →

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Woodlawn Duckpin Bowling, Connecticut

Posted on November 8, 2017 by julieovaltrades

I’m not one for regular 10-pin bowling, I have other preferred methods of staying busy and active. However, when I hear there is an off the beaten path, regional variation on the old game, my interest is most certainly piqued. … Continue reading →

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Dinner at One 6 Three in New Haven, Connecticut

Posted on November 7, 2017 by julieovaltrades

Known as a pizza place, but what caught my eye wasn’t a pie. One 6 Three [163 Foster St, New Haven, CT 06511] has quite the eclectic menu, from poutine to fried oreos. I could not resist the call of … Continue reading →

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Hike to Castle Craig, Connecticut

Posted on November 6, 2017 by julieovaltrades

On top of the highest point in America within 25 miles from the east coast sits a castle. I was amped for the hike when I saw it from the highway in the distance, standing tall atop 976’ East Peak … Continue reading →

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New England Carousel Museum, Connecticut

Posted on November 5, 2017 by julieovaltrades

What is more magical than the musical roundabout? The carousel has given joy to children for hundreds of years. The New England Carousel Museum [95 Riverside Ave, Bristol, CT 06010] tells the history of over 100 years of the nostalgic … Continue reading →

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American Clock & Watch Museum, Connecticut

Posted on November 4, 2017 by julieovaltrades

In this day and age, everyone knows what time it is. Time is displayed on your microwave, DVD player, and of course your cell phone. I can’t remember the last time I put a watch on or looked at analog … Continue reading →

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See the Button Collection at Mattatuck Museum, Connecticut

Posted on November 3, 2017 by julieovaltrades

One of my favorite childhood memories is when my grandmother would let me play with her button box. Hundreds of buttons all different sizes, colors, designs in that porcelain box, sifting through them would keep me entertained for an hour … Continue reading →

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Frank Pepe’s Pizzeria Napoletana in New Haven, Connecticut

Posted on November 2, 2017 by julieovaltrades

A distinct variation of pizza developed in New Haven, Connecticut known as the white clam pie and it’s worth seeking out. Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana [157 Wooster St New Haven, CT 06511] has been around since 1925, it’s affectionately known … Continue reading →

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