Bananas! I’m wandering through the weekly market at the Place Guillaume II in Luxembourg City, and my eyes fixate on piles of bananas. I suppose there are bananas in almost
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Ancestor Hunting in Horsham: Genealogy Travel Trip Report
“Hi, I’m visiting because my ancestors lived in Horsham, quite a long time ago.” “Oh, when was that, First World War?” “More like the 1600’s…” “Oh!” It’s my
Homecoming. Moving back after 2 years abroad.
I spent our first two days back in the UK alternating between unpacking, bingeing on dark chocolate, and bursting into tears. (Shhhh…I may even have had a
A Sense of Place
Oh to be a French winemakers son. It’s the definition of “blessing or curse.” Recently I watched Somm: Into the Bottle, a documentary about the wine industry: from
Hong Kong Medicinal Tea Stalls
Walking through the crowded streets of Hong Kong, you can’t help but notice the herbal medicine shops when you pass by. Why? Because they smell. A really strong,
Foraged Lunch – Ayvalik, Turkey
Seoul Yangnyeongsi Herbal Medicine Festival
[Show slideshow] The Seoul Yangnyeongsi Herb Medicine Culture Festival takes place each October, you can learn more about it here.
Market Tour: Bowrington Road Market, Hong Kong
Oh Hong Kong, why do I love thee? Since my first visit to Hong Kong as a tourist 5 years ago, I was struck by the contrasts in this
An early spring forage in London
If you live in chillier climes (say, the North Eastern United States) where you’re still fully in winter’s grasp, let me apologize in advance for this overly optimistic,
Thai Market Tour
Fellow market-obsessed travelers (or armchair travelers), this post is for you. I love to travel. And when I travel, I love, love, love to visit markets! Outdoor fruit