Big Flavors from the Big State

Belton (Central), Texas MAPPING THE DAY Everything in Texas is big.  It sounds trite, but the people of Texas, probably inspired by the landscape, have a tendency to do things in big ways.  I landed at the Austin airport for a business trip in Belton, Texas, a town located about 65 miles north of Austin….

Sustainable and Slow in Seattle

Seattle, Washington MAPPING THE DAY Downtown Seattle is a great place to hit the road on foot.  There are hotels, restaurants, shopping and attractions all within walking distance for a wonderful RoadTrip weekend.  Start with a walk through Pike Place Market and take in the brightly colored fresh fruits, vegetables and flowers.      …