Author Archives: Karen

About Karen

I travel the back roads of New England and beyond, sharing great food and interesting places.

Spa Holiday For Food Lovers

Posted on September 28, 2016

With a long history going back to the Romans, who built baths around thermal and mineral springs, Germany and Austria are home to some of the world’s best spa and wellness resorts. Spas known not only for their health facilities, … Continue reading →

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Chicken Cordon Bleu With An Italian Twist

Posted on September 16, 2016

Cordon Bleu, the name is French for “blue ribbon”, is a cutlet of thinly pounded veal or chicken wrapped around ham and cheese, breaded and then pan fried or baked. While France, Germany, Italy and the U.S. claim to have … Continue reading →

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Home Decor, It’s All In The Details

Posted on September 2, 2016

We all can appreciate a home that is decorated well and, if you are like me, you love going on house tours. While spending a week with good friends at their summer home on Nantucket recently, I mentioned to my … Continue reading →

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Nantucket Getaway

Posted on August 25, 2016

Before summer comes to an end, join me for a visit to the idyllic island of  Nantucket. Less than thirty miles off Cape Cod, Massachusetts, the picture perfect island, with lighthouses guarding its shores and beaches edged with sand dunes … Continue reading →

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A Garden Transformation

Posted on August 9, 2016

When you live in a small residential community, the homes and the landscaping around them often look very similar, especially if the community is governed by a Home Owners Association. Wishing to have a garden that would distinguish our house … Continue reading →

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Schnitzel / What To Order In Germany

Posted on July 23, 2016

What to Order In A German Restaurant can be intimidating for those not familiar with the cuisine or language. After staring at the menu (speisekarte) trying to decipher words that seem to have way too many letters, your eyes settle on … Continue reading →

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Vero Beach, Gateway To The Tropics

Posted on July 9, 2016

When my husband and I moved from New England back to Florida, I was unaware that Vero Beach was called “The Gateway To The Tropics” until after we had settled into this charming little seaside resort town. Now that we are spending … Continue reading →

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Strawberry Shortcake, Gluten Free

Posted on June 28, 2016

Strawberry Shortcake, the classic summertime dessert, made with sun ripened strawberries piled on top of a buttery shortcake and finished with a large dollop of freshly whipped cream is a taste of heaven and this one is gluten free. When … Continue reading →

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Broccoli And Cauliflower Salad

Posted on June 18, 2016

Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad with smoky bacon, pine nuts and raisins is an updated version of a classic broccoli salad that appeared at most potluck dinners and backyard barbecues that I attended as a young girl growing up in Texas. I … Continue reading →

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A Blogger’s Anniversary

Posted on May 27, 2016

Five years ago, I sat at my laptop and wrote “Little treasures discovered while exploring the back roads of life” as a tag line for Back Road Journal. I asked you to spend a few minutes of your day with me and … Continue reading →

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