Adopt a new skincare routine with physician-created GR8/SKN
Whether you’re a guy or a guy, a young person with raging hormones or older with stress and pollution ravaged … Continue reading Adopt a new skincare routine with physician-created GR8/SKN
A microcosm of everything beautiful ever made in the world: Corning, NY’s Corning Museum of Glass
Whether your personal interests tend to art, crafts, history, science or industry, you’ll find the Corning Museum of Glass a … Continue reading A microcosm of everything beautiful ever made in the world: Corning, NY’s Corning Museum of Glass
Celebrate Day of the Little Angels, Day of the Dead and Fall with Hornitos tequila (recipe)
November 1 and 2 are coming up really fast. I’ve been reading about Day of the Little Angels and Day … Continue reading Celebrate Day of the Little Angels, Day of the Dead and Fall with Hornitos tequila (recipe)
Chic drinking, dining in small-town Corning, NY: The Cellar
Sometimes, “the perfect storm” is actually perfect. On my birthday, a storm slammed the East Coast, grounding planes out of … Continue reading Chic drinking, dining in small-town Corning, NY: The Cellar
Delicious, nutritious to keep on hand: Tribali Foods Mini Sliders
You’re dizzyingly busy, tired, can’t leave the house, don’t want to order in. You want something great to eat that’s … Continue reading Delicious, nutritious to keep on hand: Tribali Foods Mini Sliders
Nostalgic charm and a good lunch in the Finger Lakes: Old World Cafe and Ice Cream
There are times when you want a light, nourishing lunch with the utmost tastiness. As it turns out, it was … Continue reading Nostalgic charm and a good lunch in the Finger Lakes: Old World Cafe and Ice Cream
Get YOUR Marco Polo on: fabulous shopping in New York’s Finger Lakes
Before heading to New York’s Finger Lakes region, do as my mom always advises: “Save your pennies!” The shops are … Continue reading Get YOUR Marco Polo on: fabulous shopping in New York’s Finger Lakes
Eat and soak in the beauty like you live here: the Finger Lakes’ Snug Harbor
Do you ever travel somewhere and quietly start asking locals where they’re going for dinner this week? If a restaurant … Continue reading Eat and soak in the beauty like you live here: the Finger Lakes’ Snug Harbor
Things that go vroom! in the Finger Lakes
The Finger Lakes region of New York was the site of a lot of firsts and bests in the transportation … Continue reading Things that go vroom! in the Finger Lakes
Wine, burgers, art and a lesson in fierce perseverance: Finger Lake’s Bully Hill Vineyards
It’s an undeniable truth that going against the tide — and sometimes, doing the right thing requires just that — … Continue reading Wine, burgers, art and a lesson in fierce perseverance: Finger Lake’s Bully Hill Vineyards
The heritage of Pleasant Valley Wine Co.: Taylor, Great Western and all of America!
When Pleasant Valley Wine Company was founded in 1860, our country was a very different place. Founded not even “four … Continue reading The heritage of Pleasant Valley Wine Co.: Taylor, Great Western and all of America!
Gourmet localvore cuisine of the Finger Lakes: Stonecat Cafe’
Sitting in the screened-in back porch of Stonecat Cafe’ in New York’s Finger Lakes, you can see the whole valley … Continue reading Gourmet localvore cuisine of the Finger Lakes: Stonecat Cafe’
The hottest ‘que joint in the Finger Lakes: Nickel’s Pit BBQ
It’s a funny thing that you wouldn’t guess: New York’s Finger Lakes region loves their barbeque! Everywhere you go — … Continue reading The hottest ‘que joint in the Finger Lakes: Nickel’s Pit BBQ
The intellectual’s sexy French fragrance line: Fleur de Point
Our scent is our most ancient, primitive tool of attraction. It’s important to smell good, special, unique. Quite frankly, you’re … Continue reading The intellectual’s sexy French fragrance line: Fleur de Point
Suds ‘n’ socializing like at an English pub: Seneca Lake Brewing and The Beerocracy
Do you somehow believe that if you head out to the country while traveling — maybe alone — there might … Continue reading Suds ‘n’ socializing like at an English pub: Seneca Lake Brewing and The Beerocracy
Artisan cheese straight from the source in NY’s Finger Lakes: Sunset View Creamery
No matter how cool a store or restaurant you go to in town, there’s always a filter. The store has … Continue reading Artisan cheese straight from the source in NY’s Finger Lakes: Sunset View Creamery
Where the “cool kids” gather to nosh and sip: Corning, NY’s Hand + Foot
When you’re alone and out of town, are you sometimes a little intimidated eat at the hot place in town? … Continue reading Where the “cool kids” gather to nosh and sip: Corning, NY’s Hand + Foot
Cheese lovers in the Finger Lakes are right when they say Cugini Cafe’: Eat.Drink.Shop.Learn.
A few years ago, several family members behind the Golden Age Cheese company in the Finger Lakes region of New … Continue reading Cheese lovers in the Finger Lakes are right when they say Cugini Cafe’: Eat.Drink.Shop.Learn.
Like stepping back in time: Heritage Village of the Southern Finger Lakes
I’ll admit it: I’m a little different from most travelers, even most travel writers. I always want to know the … Continue reading Like stepping back in time: Heritage Village of the Southern Finger Lakes
Sweetie, breakfast doesn’t have to be sweet at Corning, NY’s Poppleton Bakery
It’s funny . . . some adults have stayed away from bakeries for years because of sugar. You probably think … Continue reading Sweetie, breakfast doesn’t have to be sweet at Corning, NY’s Poppleton Bakery
Eat well – like a local – in NY’s Finger Lakes region: Charlie’s Cafe’
When you travel, do you ever have a moment when you just want to relax, take it down a notch, … Continue reading Eat well – like a local – in NY’s Finger Lakes region: Charlie’s Cafe’
The place locals in NY’s Finger Lakes hang out: Elmira’s Upstate Brewing Company
When you’re traveling alone — maybe for business — sometimes, it can be hard to know where you could or … Continue reading The place locals in NY’s Finger Lakes hang out: Elmira’s Upstate Brewing Company
Off we go, into the wild blue yonder: National Soaring Museum at Harris Hill, Elmira, NY
It’s not widely — or wasn’t, at any rate — known that I spent a fine month in Air Force … Continue reading Off we go, into the wild blue yonder: National Soaring Museum at Harris Hill, Elmira, NY
Light & healthy lunch before immersion in Mark Twain Country + Jewish heritage exhibit: Elmira, NY’s Turtle Leaf Cafe’
When traveling, it feels good to enjoy a clean, healthy repast. It gives you energy without feeling loggy. Turtle Leaf … Continue reading Light & healthy lunch before immersion in Mark Twain Country + Jewish heritage exhibit: Elmira, NY’s Turtle Leaf Cafe’
All of your favorites in a stunning setting: Elmira, NY’s Hill Top Inn
In all the classic movies about families and summer, there’s always the gorgeous scenery framing the center of the action … Continue reading All of your favorites in a stunning setting: Elmira, NY’s Hill Top Inn
If you had a cool bar in a pretty home, it’d be Finger Lakes House
On a quiet, elegant Edwardian residential street in Elmira, New York — where Mark Twain wrote his treasured books, in … Continue reading If you had a cool bar in a pretty home, it’d be Finger Lakes House
Go for the gold! Geo glasses by Root7
It’s a rough and tough world out there. Whether you’re feeling stress at work, with family, watching the news or … Continue reading Go for the gold! Geo glasses by Root7
Hey, Maryland! Take the Buy Local Challenge: July 21-29, 2018 (recipes here!) #BuyLocalCookout #BuyLocalChallenge
I was very excited to attend Maryland Governor Larry Hogan’s Buy Local Cookout, kicking off Buy Local Week here in … Continue reading Hey, Maryland! Take the Buy Local Challenge: July 21-29, 2018 (recipes here!) #BuyLocalCookout #BuyLocalChallenge
The new way to cool off: Cherry Ale-8-One
I am a Kentucky Colonel. Back when he was Governor, Paul Patton awarded me the Commonwealth’s highest honor for service … Continue reading The new way to cool off: Cherry Ale-8-One
Get that Prosecco party going with Shimmer Bubbles Party Pack!
Sometimes, it can be hard to get the perfect gift. What if you don’t know the person that well? What … Continue reading Get that Prosecco party going with Shimmer Bubbles Party Pack!
Pereg’s cornucopia of ancient grains
Call it “post Paleo”: it’s agriculture that built civilization and modern human strength. I’m a firm believer in heirloom produce … Continue reading Pereg’s cornucopia of ancient grains
Drink coffee like a rock star! Green Day-founded Oakland Coffee
Several years ago, I was a VIP media guest to watch Green Day induct Guns ‘n’ Roses into the Rock … Continue reading Drink coffee like a rock star! Green Day-founded Oakland Coffee
Handcrafted in Vermont: Truly Clear anti-acne soap
As one gets older, the type of products you used in the past to clear your complexion and body can … Continue reading Handcrafted in Vermont: Truly Clear anti-acne soap
You could happily spend half the day at Hancock, MD’s Buddy Lou’s Eats Drinks & Antiques!
On a dangerously rainy day across the Potomac in Berkeley Springs, WV, I found myself — as Johnny Cash sang … Continue reading You could happily spend half the day at Hancock, MD’s Buddy Lou’s Eats Drinks & Antiques!
Start summer with the tastiest seafood: Costas Inn
In warm weather, there’s something just so festive about fresh seafood! Whether fried, broiled or steamed, the light, fresh flavor … Continue reading Start summer with the tastiest seafood: Costas Inn
Do good, eat well: support traditional Italian olive oil with Nudo Adopt
According to the New York Times, the cuisine of the Italian region of Liguria — whose capital is Genoa — … Continue reading Do good, eat well: support traditional Italian olive oil with Nudo Adopt
Never Forget — Budapest: a guest post by Carol Stigger
Budapest is a popular docking point for luxury riverboats, and here, it seems, the Danube has a beach of … Continue reading Never Forget — Budapest: a guest post by Carol Stigger
Brighten your day with a unicorn!
I’ll admit it: I didn’t get the unicorn craze. Even when Fox News’ Greg Gutfeld would play with a little … Continue reading Brighten your day with a unicorn!
Tasty, fun and meaningful: House of Blues Myrtle Beach Sunday brunch
North Myrtle Beach, SC is the location for a great way to celebrate the seventh day of the week. Whether … Continue reading Tasty, fun and meaningful: House of Blues Myrtle Beach Sunday brunch
Sophisticated American cuisine, fireside: Antrim 1844’s Smokehouse Restaurant
Elevated. Whether you’re staying at Antrim 1844 or coming for dinner, you’ll instantly realize that this isn’t the typical inn … Continue reading Sophisticated American cuisine, fireside: Antrim 1844’s Smokehouse Restaurant
A secret Maryland get-together spot: Antrim 1844’s Pickwick Pub
What’s even more chic and intimate than a glamorous hotel bar? A grand inn’s bar! Carroll County, Maryland’s Antrim 1844 … Continue reading A secret Maryland get-together spot: Antrim 1844’s Pickwick Pub
Give your food luscious, low-sugar, tropical fruit flavor with The Royal Gourmet
As Americans, we’re supremely blessed with our food resources, especially with the bounty provided by Florida. We have access to … Continue reading Give your food luscious, low-sugar, tropical fruit flavor with The Royal Gourmet
Soothe your skin to beauty with Institut’ DERMEd
Those of us who have sensitive skin have no trouble finding products for our condition — it’s a booming business … Continue reading Soothe your skin to beauty with Institut’ DERMEd
Authentic ‘que for the beach: Cherry Grove Beach, SC’s Old South BBQ Co.
True BBQ isn’t made in an oven. It’s slow-smoked for hours and hours in an outdoor smoker. That’s labor-intensive, time-intensive … Continue reading Authentic ‘que for the beach: Cherry Grove Beach, SC’s Old South BBQ Co.
Thoughtfully prepared food, deep Carolinas history: Calabash, NC’s Boundary House restaurant
Way back when we were a British colony, before the American Revolution . . . and in fact, before 1750, … Continue reading Thoughtfully prepared food, deep Carolinas history: Calabash, NC’s Boundary House restaurant
Ten-hut! Order The General’s Hot Sauce!
For several years, I served as an editor at GI Money magazine and a contributor to Military Money. I also … Continue reading Ten-hut! Order The General’s Hot Sauce!
Secret gourmet find in North Myrtle Beach: Italian Kitchen Rapone
Recently, I visited my friend, fellow travel writer Carol Stigger, at her home in North Myrtle Beach, S.C. It’s a … Continue reading Secret gourmet find in North Myrtle Beach: Italian Kitchen Rapone
Lively tastes of Spanish this and that in Las Vegas: Julian Serrano Tapas
Julian Serrano Tapas incorporates the vivacity of the Aria Resort and Casino right into its restaurant: the construction is open, … Continue reading Lively tastes of Spanish this and that in Las Vegas: Julian Serrano Tapas
Serious chill out time in Las Vegas: The Spa at Aria
Sometimes, you want to get away from it all and sometimes you need to get away from it all. I … Continue reading Serious chill out time in Las Vegas: The Spa at Aria
In Las Vegas? Transport yourself to French brasserie Bardot
Even approaching the entrance of Bardot, one tends to forget one is in a Las Vegas casino. The portico is … Continue reading In Las Vegas? Transport yourself to French brasserie Bardot
