Pomona, California MAPPING THE DAY Grandma’s house was a full day’s RoadTrip from my family home when I was a child. I remember long car rides from Northern California to Pomona. Once there, I would bound from the car and run across the big lawn to Grandma Hazel. LOCAL STORY In the 1960’s, my…
Month: August 2011
California Central Coast-Inspired Grilled Salmon Sandwich
San Luis Obispo, California MAPPING THE DAY The untouched beauty of the Central Coast of California is just about 200 miles north of the Los Angeles area. Along Highway 101, rugged rock coastline mixed with spans of beach, soft peaks of former volcanoes, quaint shopping and dining downtowns and historical attractions present an invitation to…
At the Centre of Perfect Pizza
Rockville Centre, New York MAPPING THE DAY Rockville Centre, New York may not necessarily be a vacation destination, but the food is definitely a worthy draw for a RoadTrip. The lovely residential town is located less than an hour from Manhattan on Long Island. LOCAL STORY Our visit was an adventure. We were two California natives plunked…
New Orleans in Our Hearts Gumbo
New Orleans, Louisiana MAPPING THE DAY On Saturday, August 27, 2005, K.O. and I were enjoying an extended weekend trip to New Orleans with our three adult children. We rented a car early that morning to tour the greater New Orleans area and to drive to Jean Lafitte Swamp Tour. LOCAL STORY On our…
Local Referral for Authentic Mexican Cuisine in Laguna Beach
Laguna Beach, California MAPPING THE DAY There is a sense of adventure getting to Laguna Beach. The road from Interstate 5 winds down the canyon to display one of the most beautiful stretches of coastline in Southern California. Flanked by cliffs that offer a cozy embrace, the beach offers tide pools, sand and long stretches to…
Hitting the Road for Flavor
Hitting the road is our quest for discovering new places through culinary experiences. Our KO and Janet with Mattie Rose destinations may be around the corner or half way around the world. We search out stories, ingredients and preparations that are unique to the area and contribute to the local cuisine landscape. With the lessons of a road…