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Staycations, weekend getaways and France
It was November 2020. I really wanted to get away, I was depressed and tired in need of a change of scenery. We were months into confinement and no end was in sight. But I wondered if going away was a good idea, even driving and traveling solo. Was it safe? Was it inconsiderate of …
I put a post on Facebook a while back asking for travel ideas. I wanted a place I could drive to, three hours or less, no big scary bridges (sorry, Eastern Shore) and a relaxing environment. A friend of mine messaged me about the Savage River Lodge. She said they have yurts and cabins and …
Walking through Lafayette CemeteryOysters at PecheSazeracs at Tujague’sLive music at Preservation HallBeignets at Cafe Du MondeThe Piano Bar at Lafitte’sRamos Gin Fizzes at the Sazerac Bar The best bartender at The French 75 BarOyster Po’boys at Parkway Frozen Irish Coffee at Erin RoseLate Night Martinis at Clancy’sWine and jazz at BacchanalBrunch at Compère LapinCrab beignets …
I like being at home. But I also really, really like staying in hotels. Two nights is ideal, but really one night with a soaking tub, room service and a huge bed — yes! I’m actually planning my next hotel stay in my head right now. What can I say, I like what I like. …
The idea of a staycation has always appealed to me. For me, traveling hasn’t really been something I crave. I know a lot of people live for it. I mean, when I go away I do enjoy myself and yes, a change of scenery is always a good idea. But I really, really love being in …
I love having parties. It’s so much fun to get people together to share great food and drink. It doesn’t have to be fancy. For me, it’s about the people, not just what’s on the plate. Whether it’s a barbecue, dinner party or holiday soiree, I’m in. So, years ago when I saw Ina Garten’s …
It might suprise people to learn that Baltimore now has a has a handful of luxury hotels. BALTIMORE. Recently, I was lucky enough to stay in the city’s newest one – The Sagamore Pendry. Hashtag fancy pants. Time to pack. So, how did the Sagamore Pendry Baltimore become the Sagamore Pendry Baltimore? Well, let’s go …
Lia is my best friend. We met in middle school. She was from Perry Hall, I was a country kid from Kingsville. Beginning in 7th grade, we knew each other, but not well. Then, the summer before ninth grade, we became real friends, but I don’t really remember how. I remember letters were written, she …
I’m a homebody. Kind of proud of it. I’ve created a home that I love. And, due in part to my increasingly social world, I find real joy in the art of staying in. Even just sitting in the backyard listening to the city with chickens at my feet. Tinkering with cocktails, watching Bravo, stock simmering …
