Trier is Germany’s oldest town, settled by Romans for its location on the Mosel River and relatively mild climate. On … Continue reading Have a nobly good time: Trier, Germany’s G.F. von Nell Winery -my 1700th article [classic article]

Saarbrucken, Germany is rather a tony town in what is called “Saarland”. Luxury cars, shops and restaurants abound. However, folks … Continue reading It’s summer: try German-style BBQ at Saarbrucken, Germany’s Die Bauernstube [classic article]

As Paula Deen – recent new Smithfield Ham maven says: “Hey, Y’all!” Despite the Noreaster, I am in the land … Continue reading On the road to where the BEST piggies go to be gourmet: Smithfield, Virginia [classic article]

Capt. Chuck-A-Muck’s bills itself as a grill and a secret hideaway. Perhaps because it’s in Rescue, Virginia, it was destined … Continue reading Capt. Chuck A Muck’s: their tasty hideaway was MY hideaway on a roadtrip to Isle of Wight Co., VA [classic article]