Delicious Eggplant Caponata

Caponata or ‘salad’ can be made using any type of vegetable. But this dish focuses on the hearty and filling eggplant which makes for a delicious meal! Eggplant caponata recipes vary depending on which region in Italy you’re in. This recipe is a combination of northern and southern cuisine and is the perfect vegetarian meal […]

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Fettucini with Clams and Mussels

This dish is so simple yet full of flavor. If you love seafood, check out this recipe using everyday ingredients. Fettucini is a thick pasta rich in texture. When combined with clams and mussels, it absorbs the flavors of the seafood providing an extra boost of deliciousness. Ingredients (for a party of 4): 3-4 lbs […]

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Why You Should Visit Dublin

Dublin, Ireland: a city of Irish beauty loaded in rich history, culture, boutique shopping, and the infamous Temple Bar District. During my stay at the Norseman in Dublin, I was given two drink tickets for either a Guinness or a Bailey’s. This quaint little hotel was right in the heart of the Temple Bar District–the […]

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Florence’s Hidden Gems

How to travel the city like a local and avoid tourist traps. Florence is one of my favorite cities in the world. I had the opportunity to live there for a semester while in college, and it was the best experience of my life. I learned a lot while living there, and I was able […]

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Tips for the European Traveler on a Budget

European travel can be an expensive investment when done incorrectly. Budgeting months (even a year) in advance is always a good idea. When you arrive in Europe, your temptations will be overwhelmed with new interests (shopping, dining, museums etc.) Whether it’s a tour of an ancient art museum or an amazing pair of European shoes […]

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