July 4th, Independence Day On this day in 1776, the Declaration of Independence was officially adopted by the Continental Congress. To commemorate our freedom, Americans today celebrate Independence Day with fireworks, parades, baseball games, grilling/picnics and family reunions. For the past…
While zigging and zagging through Philadelphia, we were lucky enough to stumble upon one of the famous Philadelphia murals. We were exploring and wandering the Society Hill neighborhood when we came across the mural below, Mapping Courage, which took up…
Through a country or region’s foods, we make meaningful connections that we might never otherwise. Whether it’s learning a new recipe or sharing a meal with new friends, food memories are powerful. Culinary travel is becoming more and more popular, and…
Some say that “To truly experience a culture, you must taste it.” While it’s not the only way to get to know a destination and the folks who live there, food plays an undeniably integral part in our lives. We…
Travel Expenses Colombia Our trip to Colombia was different from many of our previous journeys. We had to adjust our minds to having less time (though not necessarily more money). The cost of an airline ticket could not be spread out…
Through our Food for Thought series, we hope to learn more about other travelers’ journeys, and the role food plays. A new installment is published each Friday for the duration of the series. We find that in our own travels, one quick…
It’s hard to believe Sam Adams is only 30 years old! A visit to their brewery helps us learn they really live by their slogan- For The Love of Beer! Boston Beer Company was founded by sixth generation brewer Jim…
As we travel, we realize more and more how focused we are on food. We spend time researching, photographing, talking to people about what and where they like to eat. Some of our best travel memories involve sharing a meal…
The Greenway Carousel Next time you visit Boston, don’t miss taking a ride on The Greenway Carousel! The carousel is located near the Boston Harbor Islands Pavilion, across from Faneuil Hall and Christopher Columbus Park on the Rose Kennedy Greenway…
Have you ever found yourself reminiscing about your travels by discussing the meals you had? We do it all the time. Food is a powerful memory trigger. Certain smells remind us of childhood. A single spice can transport us back to…