This time I had spent only a few days in Jordan, but feel like I have covered a few months there! Perhaps when we connect with a place, duration no longer matters because what we cover during that time is way more profound than what we may in a month spent just gazing around! When …
Emotional Eating – Why don’t we ever address this? Using food as reward or punishment never promotes healthy eating, better food choices, nor does it create empowered children. All it really does is create emotional eaters, who, as adults, will continue to reward or punish themselves with food. Emotional eating is practiced everywhere, in fact, we …
♥♥♥ Street Food “Whether it is served on fine china or paper plates, food brings us together and stimulates conversation. We feast to wed, mourn, celebrate, strengthen friendships, grow, and simply to be hospitable. Good eating is one of life’s great pleasures.” What is the first thing you want to try when traveling to …
Bitter Sweet! A Dessert With A Dark History! The other day I was reading about Shajar Al Durr, a prominent woman figure in the old history of Egypt. Along with the Sultan Izz al-Din Aybak (whom she brought to power), Shajar Al Durr “firmly established the Mamluk dynasty that would ultimately repulse the Mongols, expel …
There’s no question Spain is one of the most fascinating culinary destinations in the world, with vast regions of countryside to explore, amazing history, rich culture and absolutely outstanding gastronomy. A Taste of Spain, have put together “The Ultimate Foodie Tour of Spain”, an 8 days’ group culinary tour through Madrid, La Rioja, the Basque …
#OnThePathOfFood Somewhere random on the path of food I found myself adventuring, exploring & hoping to discover new things, to experience new things and learn new things… My journeys always involve food, however, also always way beyond just the food! For me, it is always about people, places and the things that are all too common and …
Taking a break from recipe posts for a while and talking adventure and all things NEW. Check the previous two posts (2014 posts) if you are curious to know why!! LOL!!! Every time I remember just how scary this new year’s eve was, I can’t stop laughing! I laugh now, but in it, I was …
A more personal post this time – about comfort zone, the search for adventure and the (sometimes scary) challenges of new experiences! They say “Be careful what you wish for” I say “Be prepared once you’ve wished”. When 2012 came to an end, I found myself thinking that I had been sitting comfortably in my …
Are you ready for 2014? I had started 2013 in Istanbul and somehow managed to also end it in Istanbul! In a way this reflects perfectly on the whole year as I am ending it right where I started on all fronts. What a year it has been! A roller coaster with many highs and …
The first week of November 2013, Dubai Hosted one of the world’s most celebrated culinary summits, The “Italian Cuisine World Summit”. During this glorious Italian culinary marathon the most celebrated Italian Chefs landed in the city, and explored Italian food with the city’s resident chefs, food and culinary enthusiasts. All exploring their unique cooking styles, …