Je suis arrive a Paris!

It’s 8pm. My flight landed at 8am, and I’ve not slept. I’ve been super strong – like Captain America strong, holding back jet lag with my mighty shield of walking and drinking an occasional espresso. It’s 8pm and I’ve hit my wall. Easy going during my first day. I had to wait for Dad and […]

I’m Back!

Hi readers! It’s been a crazy Thanksgiving time period, but now I’m back and will be writing again. Meanwhile, here was my Thanksgiving table, much of which was inspired by my Bon Appetit magazine! Carrot-coconut soup Cranberry relish (Antique recipe) Pomegranate mint relish Lesbos salad (Greek island) Mashed potatoes Spatchcocked Turkey w/ veggies Poached salmon […]

My First Cigar

PREFACE: I have never smoked a thing in my life. D.A.R.E ingrained in me a hatred for drugs of all sorts, and then a health class video about smoking put me off the idea of smoking forever. A man was holding a hospital dish, and with a gloved hand was gently pulling up strings of […]

Shameless Product Placement

Since I’ve been back, I’ve had a chance to reflect on the items I took with me to China which really helped me. Here are some of the products which I think lived up to their names/functions, and which I would recommend picking up if you’re planning on traveling where the environment is challenging. These […]

Quick Tips

I’ve been back for a little while now, and I feel like I should write a few quick notes which might help you if you are going to go to China. Nice, neat, and quick – here are my few tips for China: To get around the firewall: – If you’re going to stay for […]