Category Archives: Europe

Dutch Cuisine in Amsterdam

The Snacks: Raw Herring aka Hollandse Nieuwe A traditional dish and one my grandfather used to love, I knew I had to try the herring. I was nervous, as I always am for some reason before putting a hunk of … Continue reading

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My favorite meal in Paris: L’Avant Comptoir

It was my favorite meal because of the whole story. The ups and downs, and the (spoiler alert!) happy ending. We were weary from walking for so many hours and when we made it to the door, so ready to … Continue reading

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Ethnic cuisine in Paris

Le Traiteur Marocain 39 Rue de Bretagne, 75003 Paris, France When I went looking for some couscous, I didn’t realize I would be entering a market. Marche des Enfants Rouge was a great added bonus. We entered through the inconspicuous … Continue reading

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Best of French cuisine in Paris

La Coincidence 15 Rue Mesnil, 75016 Paris, France Our first dinner in Paris was a huge success. We had made reservations a week in advance and were seated right away, though the intimate space was packed. We started with the creamy … Continue reading

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Gardens of Paris

La Promenade Plantee The Parisian answer to NYC’s High Line, this garden was built atop an old rail line. The linear boardwalk stretches 2.9 miles elevated above the streets of the 12th arrondissement. The flowers were blooming beautifully during our … Continue reading

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Museums of Paris

Louvre Museum The worlds largest museum and a must see while in the city, the Louvre Palace was built as fortress in the 12th century, the building and gardens alone are worth visiting. Walking around the Tuileries Garden is free … Continue reading

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Major sights of Paris

Eiffel Tower The symbol of France. If you had a layover with only time to see one sight, this of course is it. You can see the tower from many spots in the city, but the two parks in closest … Continue reading

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Coming soon: Paris, Amsterdam, Rome, Florence, and Venice

This past May my best friend and I did Europe Part II: two weeks, three countries, and memories that will last forever! It was an amazing trip, and I’m so happy to relive it through blogging over the next few … Continue reading

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A Visit to the Croatian Island of Brac

Standing on the deck watching the port fade into the distance… The cool ocean breeze melts away any worries you could possibly have as you get underway. Visiting an island totally changes your state of mind. You find yourself taking … Continue reading

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Croatian Sights: Diocletian’s Palace

If you’re in Split you simply cannot miss it. The structure: a fortress of ancient marble quarried locally in the 4th century AD to serve as a retirement home for a Roman emperor. Today Diocletian’s Palace is in and out … Continue reading

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