Salzburg, Austria MAPPING THE DAY KO and I are headed for a RoadTrip in Germany, Belgium and Austria. We have been to Salzburg, Austria before. In fact, KO spent a college semester based there. We are returning for one specific reason: Augusteiner Brau. LOCAL STORY The Augustiner Brewery dates back to 1621 and was founded…
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American Military Overseas Become Family, Enjoy Comfort Food Together
Spangdahlem, Germany By Guest Blogger Kathee Dee Mapping the Day Prost from Germany! Local Story Being married to an Air Force Fighter Pilot is an adventure that is not suited for everyone. For those of us who are lucky enough to endure the long months of separation, we make an extra effort to make…
Carne Asada “Freebird-Style”
Santa Barbara, California By Guest Blogger Margaret Dubel Teacher, UCSB Alunni and Mexican Food Aficianado MAPPING THE DAY In September of 1999, I began a love affair with carne asada nachos that has lasted to this day. These are not your everyday nachos that you can find at nearly every Mexican food joint in Southern…
Real Parmigiano Reggiano in Parma, Italy
Parma, Italy MAPPING THE DAY Traveling by train from Venice to Florence, we decided to take a side trip to the town of Parma. It is in the Italian region of Emilia-Romagna in Northern Italy. From Venice, we took the rail to Bologna, transferred and headed a bit north again to Parma. LOCAL STORY…
Pineapple Upside Down Cake
Southern California Hawaiian-Style Dessert for Labor Day By Guest Blogger Marie Lett Angels Fan, Foodie, Pastry Chef www.marieklett.com Pineapple Upside Down Cake will command oohs and aahs after a Hawaiian-style meal of Pineapple-Glazed Ribs and Chicken, Easy Pea Salad and Fried Rice. It is colorful and a perfect ending to this themed meal for Labor…
Fried Rice for Grilling Hawaiian-Style
Southern California Hawaiian-Style Meal Fried rice can be found in many cuisines and compliments our Hawaiian-themed meal for Labor Day Grilling, including Pineapple-Glazed Ribs and Chicken, Easy Pea Salad and Pineapple Upside Down Cake. It can be made in advance and kept warm while the ribs and chicken are on the grill. Fool-proof results every time…
Easy Pea Salad for Grilling Hawaiian-Style
Southern California Easy Pea Salad for Labor Day This Easy Pea Salad is a perfect side dish for your Labor Day Weekend grilling. It is refreshing and tasty. Make it ahead and chill in the refrigerator. It will be ready to eat when the grilling is done. Take a look at the other recipes for…
Hawaiian-Style Labor Day Grilling – Pineapple-Glazed Ribs and Chicken
Hawaii MAPPING THE DAY K.O. and I have each traveled to the Islands of Hawaii twice before we knew each other. She has been to Hawaii, Maui, Kauai and Oahu and I have been to Oahu and Maui. Each of us describes our visits as paradise, relaxing and an experience in the Hawaiian culture. LOCAL…
Stagecoach Stop For Lunch in the Santa Barbara Foothills
Santa Barbara, CA MAPPING THE DAY Just a short drive north of Los Angeles on Highway 101 is the magnificent coastal town of Santa Barbara. It is an ideal destination for a weekend RoadTrip with plenty of restaurants, stunning natural beauty, shopping, local events and nightlife. LOCAL STORY KO and I have wanted to visit…
Better Than Take-Out Any Day
Any Town, USA MAPPING THE DAY The thought of take-out Chinese food always sounds like a good idea to me. I love Asian cuisine, the convenience of not cooking and eating at home. Plus, it always sounds so romantic in the movies or in Sex and the City reruns. Trouble is, I have yet to…