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Tasty Tales from the Italian Ham Highway: Speck-tacular Views and Smoky Brews in Sauris
Day two of my foodie odyssey had me saying goodbye to the Dolomite gateway town of Forni di Sopra and heading even higher (and deeper) into the Alps to the tiny Germanic enclave of Sauris for a taste of the local delicacies and to take in the sweeping views – all of which elicited some form of audible and involuntary whoa or wow from an overwhelmed me. Continue reading
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Tasty Tales from the Italian Ham Highway: Forni di Sopra and the Dolomite Loop
Situated within the Parco Naturale delle Dolomiti Friulane, Forni serves as excellent base for outdoor adventure with plenty of nearby (and even in-town) opportunities for skiing, climbing and hiking. And as I discovered, It’s a fantastic place to have a drink as well. Here, the stereotypical Italian bella figura yields to a rugged and independent spirit. In Forni, I came across men with beards of mythic proportions and drank some of the finest craft beers I’d ever tasted. Aside from the snowy Alpine surroundings and the absolute quietude of the night, the scene was enough to have me wonder if I was back home in Hackney. Had I stumbled upon a secret hipster heaven? Continue reading
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Tasty Tales from the Italian Ham Highway: Ciao and Grazie!
Over the next several days I will share highlights from my adventure in a Tasty Tales from the Italian Ham Highway miniseries of posts featuring entries about the following phenomenal destinations – Forni di Sopra, Sauris, San Daniele, Udine, Collio, Trento, Torino, Parma, Modena, and Bologna – all with tips and suggestions to help you plan your own delectable itinerary. Continue reading
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Georgians Revealed at the British Library in London (OneTravel)
A newly opened exhibition at the British Library in London – Georgians Revealed: Life, Style and the Making of Modern Britain – takes an in depth look at the lives of people living in Britain during the Georgian era (roughly the early 1700s to … Continue reading
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Christmas Festivities and More in Edinburgh (CheapOair)
Things are getting hot up north this winter with seasonal celebrations already underway in the great Scottish capital of Edinburgh. Here’s the scoop on how to make the most of a Yuletide visit to one of Europe’s most fun and … Continue reading
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London’s Top Christmas Markets (OneTravel)
December is a fantastic time to visit London, offering a healthy dose of Christmas cheer that’s unparalleled. Here’s a roundup of the city’s best Christmas markets to help you fa la la your way to an excellently English Christmas. Read … Continue reading
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Whisky Wonderland – 2013 Jura Whisky Festival (City AM)
Waaaaaay back at the end of May I travelled up to the remote island of Jura to check out its annual Whisky Festival. This year’s event was even more worthy of red letters on the Jura calendar than usual, as the occasion marked 50th anniversary of the island’s distillery. Continue reading
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How to Have a Merry Christmas in Mexico City (CheapOair)
Visiting Mexico City in December? From Catholic traditions with an Aztec edge to ice skating in one of the world’s most historic plazas and even catching a live NBA match, you’re guaranteed a feliz Navidad. Here are just a few … Continue reading
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How to Make Merry Like Robin Hood in Nottingham and Sherwood Forest (CheapOair)
I’m writing this post from the back end of a fantastic day trip to Nottinghamshire. Only about a 140 miles or so from Central London, Nottingham and its environs are an ideal destination to add to any England touring itinerary. History … Continue reading
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Product Review: Heat Holder Socks (CheapOair)
Ever spent a whole day away from home with cold feet? I’m not being metaphorical and talking about being too shy or afraid to enjoy yourself. I mean being uncomfortable because you’re not wearing the right socks for the weather. … Continue reading
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4 of Madrid’s Best Blogs (CheapOair)
Madrid! It’s a regal and quintessentially Spanish city with plenty of fun to offer her guests. Here’s a list of four of Madrid’s top blogs (in English) to help you make the most of your travel plans to Spain, help … Continue reading
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Discovering Richard III’s England in Leicester (OneTravel)
Only about a hundred miles away of London or Manchester with historic and scenic destinations such as Stratford-upon-Avon, Nottingham and Oxford even closer than that (this area of Britain is what’s referred to as the Midlands, afterall), Leicester and its … Continue reading
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Tagged east midlands, england, Leicester, Leicestershire, Midlands, OneTravel, Richard III, Travel
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Sampling China’s Gourmet Foods (CheapOair)
Home to one of the world’s most beloved and distinctive cuisines, China offers globetrotting foodies a chance to dine in fine style without blowing the budget. Here’s a tasty breakdown of what to go for when traveling in China and … Continue reading
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Road Hog/Road Blog
As bigger and better opportunities involving travel come my way, I find myself blogging from the road. Often finding myself in settings that are incredibly scenic but not necessarily ideal for writing or publishing meaningful content online, I’m learning to adapt to my life on-the-go as I try to maintain the same level of consistency and quality (I hope!) as when I was a more static blogger. Continue reading
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Two Exhibitions – Old and New – at The Queen’s Gallery, Buckingham Palace (OneTravel)
Two seemingly tenuously tied exhibitions have just opened at The Queen’s Gallery in Buckingham Palace – Castiglione: Lost Genius and Gifted: From the Royal Academy to The Queen – offering visitors a chance to see some of the Royal Collections … Continue reading
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7 Days in China (CheapOair)
Coming up with an itinerary for a full week in China can prove tricky. Obviously, China’s a big country with plenty to offer travelers of all tastes and budgets. Whether you’re looking for urban delights, rural retreats or something somewhere … Continue reading
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How to Chow Down Like a Houston Food Blogger (CheapOair)
Houstonians are a proud bunch, especially when it comes to their great BBQ, Tex-Mex and fine Southern cooking. Of course these days, this world class city is home to just about any cuisine you could hanker for. For a local scoop of what’s yummiest, have a look at this quartet of superb Houston food blogs and see how long you last before you’re craving for a taste of east Texas. Continue reading
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Tagged Almost Veggies, Blogs, cheapoair, Eating Our Words, Food, H-Town Chow Down, houston, houston food blogs, Hungry in Houston, texas, Travel, Urban Swank
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Theatre Review: Richard III at Nottingham Playhouse
With only a week left in Nottingham before it moves on to York, here’s my review of the Nottingham Playhouse Theatre Company and York Theatre Royal’s joint presentation of Shakespeare’s tragic story of a conniving and paranoid king, Richard III. Continue reading
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Destination Dining: Seymour Place near Marble Arch in London (OneTravel)
Just up the street from Hyde Park, Marble Arch, Park Lane and Oxford Street, tiny Seymour Place offers a long list of great places to eat. So whether you’re out sightseeing or shopping or looking for somewhere to step out … Continue reading
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Top 10 London Restaurants for High Rise Dining (CheapOair)
High rise dining is a relatively new consideration for London, which aside for a few grand exceptions is a rather low rise city. Still with multi-storey towers such as The Shard and Heron Tower opening in the past few years, breaking bread with a breathtaking view of the city’s historic landscape is more possible and desired than ever. Here’s a list of the ten place restaurants for eating out and up in London. Continue reading
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Richard III, Robin Hood and Me: An East Midlands Mini-Break
Last week, I headed up to Leicester and Nottingham for an overnight press trip. I had a blast letting loose my inner armchair historian around Leicester and getting to live out some childhood fantasies in Nottingham and nearby Sherwood Forest. Here are some highlights from my East Midlands mini-break. Continue reading
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7 Things You Didn’t Know about Mexico City (CheapOair)
Not only is Mexico City one of the biggest cities in the world. It’s also one of the most fascinating. Here are a handful of quirky facts about Mexico City and why it’s such a dynamic destination. Mexico City has … Continue reading
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London’s Duckiest Menus (OneTravel)
A true gourmand’s delight, duck is one of the heartiest and most satisfying dishes around. Here’s an appetizing look at four London restaurants with delicious duck dishes guaranteed not to ruffle any foodie tail feathers. Continue reading
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5 Fine Blogs from Indy (OneTravel)
Heading to Indianapolis soon? Get the local scoop on what’s doing from these prolific scenesters’ popular blogs. From football, family outings, restaurants reviews and more – here are five blogs with the low down on what makes this Midwest city … Continue reading
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Tagged Blogs, Colts Gab, Doing Indy, indiana, Indiana Insider Blog, indianapolis, Indianapolis Restaurant Scene, Indy with Kids, midwest, OneTravel, Travel
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Barcelona Blogs! (OneTravel)
Barcelona: a city whose very name is synonymous with fun is one of Spain’s most popular destinations and one of Europe’s most cosmopolitan cities. Here’s a list of five blogs to help you keep up to date with what’s happening … Continue reading
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Tagged barcelona, Barcelona Street Scraps, Blogs, catalunya, Fleas and Dogs in Barcelona, FoodBarcelona, Guiri Girl in Barca, Hola Yessica!, OneTravel, spain, Travel
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Where to Experience the Day of the Dead in Mexico (CheapOair)
A festival vibe with a sombre tone – it’s time for the Day of the Dead. Think of it as Halloween, Christmas and the 4th of July all wrapped up into one awesome holiday. Here are five of Mexico’s best destinations for experiencing this commemorative celebration fusing ancient Aztec traditions with Catholicism during the days (and sometimes weeks) around the first and second of November. Continue reading
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Haunted London Theatreland Walking Tour (CheapOair)
For a frightfully good time with more than a dash of showbiz pizazz consider joining in on one of the few upcoming “haunted” walking tours set inLondon’s famous Theatreland. The Official London Theatre’s Haunted Theatreland Walking Tour returns this fall … Continue reading
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Tagged ghost tours, London, theatre, theatreland, walking tour, west end
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Voodoo Shops in New Orleans’ French Quarter (CheapOair)
Voodoo. How much of its mysterious traditions are hokey hype and how much genuine religious practice? There’s no better place to find out for yourself than in New Orleans, where the legend, the kitsch and the reality of Voodoo collide for a fascinatingly spooky gumbo. Continue reading
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Tagged Art, cheapoair, french quarter, louisiana, new orleans, Shopping, Travel, voodoo, voodoo shops, voodoo shops in the french quarter
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London Celebrates Bonfire Night (OneTravel)
November 5th is Bonfire Night (aka Guy Fawkes Night) in England and is an occasion to commemorate the Gunpowder Plot of 1605 when Guy Fawkes (yep, the dude those V for Vendetta masks are named for) tried to blow up the Houses of Parliament and kill King James I. These days the historic event is “celebrated” with fireworks and bonfires. Here’s a list of five of the best Bonfire Night happenings in London. Continue reading
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World Heritage Dining in the South of France (Blue Tomato)
Romping round the South of France touring UNESCO World Heritage sites can sure work up an appetite. In a country whose very gastronomy has achieved world heritage status, finding myself somewhere of cultural or historical significance paired nicely with the safe bet that I wouldn’t be far from something seriously delectable too. Here are but a few of the tastier highlights from my recent jaunt round La Región – all well within easy and scenic drives of Montpellier–Méditerranée Airport or Nîmes-Alès-Camargue-Cévennes Airport. Continue reading
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Sex and El Dorado at the British Museum (CheapOair)
Home to one of the world’s greatest collections of cultural artefacts, there’s never really a bad time to pop round to the epic British Museum. But with two sensational exhibitions that have recently opened there – Shunga: sex and pleasure in Japanese art and Beyond El Dorado: power and gold in ancient Colombia – a visit is even more enticing than usual. Continue reading
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50% Off All Steaks at MASH Steakhouse in London (CheapOair)
To celebrate its first birthday, Danish steakhouse MASH is to offer all their steaks at half off their regular price from Sunday the 3rd to Thursday the 7th November. For these five days only, diners will be invited to indulge … Continue reading
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Four Reasons to Stay in Soho When You Visit London
You know me – I love London. The thing about living here for over ten years though is that I experience the city like a local not as a visitor. Despite often viewing the city through a rather rose-tinted lens, … Continue reading
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Tagged hotels, London, London blog, soho, SPONSORED POST, Travel, W1, Лондон, ロンドン, 伦敦
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5 Best Restaurants for Service in the UK (OneTravel)
UK restaurant bookings site, toptable, has announced the winners of its 2013 Diners’ Choice awards for the Top 50 Restaurants for Service in the UK. The awards represent the “combined opinions of approximately 350,000 reviews submitted between September 2013 and August 2013 by verified toptable diners for more than 4,000 restaurants across the UK. Continue reading
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A Quartet of Great Chicago Food Blogs (OneTravel)
No matter what’s taking you to Chicago, one thing you need to make sure to bring is a healthy appetite! Folks here know how to eat – and love to talk about what they’re eating too. Here’s a list of five … Continue reading
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Tagged (312) Dining Diva, An Epicurean in the Windy City, Blogs, chicago, Chicago Eater, chicago food blogs, ChicagoBites, Drink, Food, illinois, OneTravel, restaurants, Sky Full of Bacon, Travel
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