La Palma, Costa Rica – The twins agreed to go on a farm tour because they called it a “chocolate tour.” We learned all about where chocolate comes from, from cacao trees to candy, start to finish. Finca Köbö is…
All the Feels
Cabo Matapalo, Costa Rica – The last two and a half weeks have been an whirlwind of terrifying and gratifying adventures, countless bird and animal sightings, long drives on bumpy roads, intense loneliness, and overwhelming gratitude for the opportunity to…
Sorrento Specialties
Sorrento, Italy – Sampling the local food specialties is such an important part of learning about a culture. Lucky for us, the Sorrento specialties happen to be desserts. So be it! Yes, my family was cursing as I dragged them…
Ten Yummy Foods of the World that are Totally Kid-Friendly
Parents remain ever hopeful as we strive to introduce different food into our children’s diets. Whether your family is traveling the world, or just looking for a little variety in your home kitchen, international cuisine can be a source of…
What the Fluff? Festival
Somerville, Mass – Some places host oyster festivals, wine festivals or even street food festivals. Here in Somerville, we have a fluff festival. What the fluff? That’s right, marshmallow fluff originated right here in Somerville way back in 1917, which make…
Caribbean Cookout
Somerville, Mass – What better way to warm up your winter than by hosting a Caribbean Cookout? (Sure, you could actually go to the Caribbean. That would be okay too. But other than that, what better way…?) We had a great time…
Taste of Turks & Caicos
Providenciales, Turks & Caicos – Feasting on fresh, local seafood is one of the essential elements of any Caribbean getaway – along with basking on fine-sand beaches and soaking in turquoise waters. The island of Providenciales promises all of these…
Snorkeling the Nicoya Peninsula
Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica – Costa Rica is not much of a snorkeling and diving destination. I mean, there’s no reef here. For a tropical country with two coastlines, there is little to see–at least compared to Belize, which is…
Someone Else’s Life
Provodenciales, Turks & Caicos – Just back from a long weekend in the islands, where I was staying in a luxury resort, lounging on one of the world’s most beautiful beaches, and indulging in gourmet food and drink, all without…
Blueberry Cobbler
Somerville, Mass – Our next-door neighbors have retreated to their Vermont vacation home for the month, leaving behind a blueberry bush that is bursting with berries. What’s a good neighbor to do? (Super simple recipe here.)