A little bit about me
Hi, I'm Karen. Spend a few minutes with me as I travel the back roads of New England and beyond. I'll share with you great food, interesting places and enjoyable pastimes that I find along the way....no matter where in the world I happen to be.
Monthly Archives: September 2011
Au Revoir France, Ciao Italy
Au Revoir France, Ciao Italy. I have to say goodbye to France but without regret. The weather was lovely, the scenery beautiful and the food delicious. Oh, the food…olives, tapenade, ratatouille, foie gras, cheese, macaroons, and wonderful wine. After leaving … Continue reading
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Tagged Cinque Terre, food, frita misto, Italy, pasta, Portofino, Rivieria, travel
61 Comments
Have Suitcase, Will Travel
I think you could say that “have suitcase, will travel” is a saying that I could live by. My husband says that he thinks that I could live out of a suitcase for a year and never complain. You know … Continue reading
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Tagged chateau, food, French Riviera, hotel, medieval village, Michelin star chef, restaurant, travel
48 Comments
American Comfort Food With A Mexican Twist
I think that there nothing more comforting on chilly night than a meatloaf in the oven filling the kitchen with wonderful aromas. Ok, don’t make a face. Meatloaf is like Rodney Dangerfield…it gets no respect. While most people love a … Continue reading
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Tagged avocado, comfort food, corn, food, meatloaf, Mexican, Recipes, salsa
72 Comments
I Bid A Fond Farewell To Summer As I Look Forward To Fall
I want to take the time to bid a fond farewell to summer…it was lovely. For those of us who live in New England, fall is in the air. The days have become cool and crisp with little or no … Continue reading
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Tagged apples, fall, fall colors, food, Gardening, leaf peeping, Maine, Nature, New England, photos, Recipes, Summer
82 Comments
Mid Coast Maine Weekend
The Mid Coast Region of Maine is known for its craggy coastline, beautiful harbors, and picture perfect small towns. It is a perfect place to spend a weekend relaxing, visiting galleries and museums, and eating great food which is exactly … Continue reading
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Tagged antique airplanes, Camden, food, Francine, Maine, Primo, Rockland, Rockport, travel, Windjammers
53 Comments
Spicy New Orleans Style Shrimp
If you have been to New Orleans, then you have probably had New Orleans Barbecued Shrimp. If you haven’t heard of it, this is a classic dish originating from the 1950′s said to have been first created at Pascal’s Manale … Continue reading
When Life Gives You Tomatoes…Make Sauce
When life gives you tomatoes…make sauce. If you grow tomatoes in your garden, then it is inevitable that your kitchen counters are overflowing with very ripe tomatoes. At the beginning of the garden season, I lost total control of how … Continue reading
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Tagged food, Gardening, Italian, pasta with tomato sauce and sausage, Recipes, sauce, Tomatoes
62 Comments
