Farmers Market Day Trip

Miracle Mile/Fairfax District, Los Angeles, California The renowned Farmers Market in the Miracle Mile/Fairfax District has long been a favorite day trip destination. It is a Los Angeles historic landmark since the 1930s.  On our recent visit, it afforded us lots of top quality ingredients for an easy grilling meal.   Mapping the Day Los Angeles was a great place…

Day Trip to San Juan Capistrano Inspires Carnitas Recipe

San Juan Capistrano, California The RoadTripFlavors Carnitas recipe below is inspired by a recent day trip to San Juan Capistrano. In the railroad depot town, a long heritage of Spanish and Mexican influences delivers a delightful day trip. It is full of history, charm and great dining all within walking distance of the train station.   Mapping…

Julia Child Sparks the French Chef in Us

Paris, France In honor of Julia Child’s birthday on August 15, we are taking inspiration from her life in France. The volumes of cookbooks by Child stacked in our bookcase spark the French Chef in us. We recently walked the streets of Paris and quickly understood why she was so passionate about her experiences there….