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We are so excited to have you join us on this journey of discovering amazing places, exploring different cuisines, and learning as much as we can along the way. Thank you for joining us!
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Olive oil pistachio cake with piped topping of pistachio cream and chopped pistachios

Baking with a Great British Bake Off Winner

Well…virtually 😊 Let’s start with the fact that we are massive GBBO fans, from back in the Mary Berry, Mel, and Sue days. The entire family watches it, we talk about it, have opinions on whether the bakes are reasonable for the amount of time given…on and on. So, following quite a few on social media, there’s always a twinge of jealousy when they mention they will be presenting at an event or teaching a ...
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Where we've been traveling...

Let’s plan our cruise excursions!

If you’ve planned a cruise before, you know a lot of times, the excursions are one of the main reasons ...
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On the road to Montepulciano

Driving around Montepulciano and Tuscany
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Random bits as you plan your cruise

As we have already mentioned here, Crystal is our favorite cruise line. So since we have traveled on Crystal before, ...
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Restaurants we love...

Our favorite restaurants from our Tuscan travels

Truth be told, in the small hill towns of Tuscany, you will be safe going into almost any restaurant. (We ...
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When in Lisbon – Fábrica da Nata

Of all the foods to try when in Lisbon, Pastéis de Nata is high on the list for anyone who ...
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Dinner in Lisbon ~ Cervejaria Liberdade

Is it possible to have a wonderful meal, enjoy some of the best seafood from the Portuguese coast, and not ...
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What we've be making...

Olive oil pistachio cake with piped topping of pistachio cream and chopped pistachios

Baking with a Great British Bake Off Winner

Well…virtually 😊 Let’s start with the fact that we are massive GBBO fans, from back in the Mary Berry, Mel, ...
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Finished Sicilian Kiss Cookies with glaze and multi colored sprikles

Sicilian Chocolate Spice Cookies

In our house these wonderful cookies, usually called “Tetù” were known as “Sicilian Kisses”. How they got that name, we’re ...
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Cornbread & Sausage Stuffing

When it comes down to it, the sides are really what makes a Thanksgiving meal so good. And this cornbread ...
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