**Disclaimer: I was invited to this dinner as a guest of Husum Riverside Bed and Breakfast. As always, my opinions are my own.** When you think steakhouse, what do you think? I often think of a formal atmosphere with blindingly white tablecloths, perfectly set tables, and a rich, dark interior. Well, take that thinking and […]
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#TravelTuesday: Wine Tourism Day
On November 7th, wineries all over North America will celebrate the third annual Wine Tourism Day. What is Wine Tourism Day, you ask? Wine Tourism Day comes to us from Europe. In 2009, the European Network of Wine Cities decided to promote their members through an organized day. In 2012, the idea to bring that […]
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#TravelTuesday Destination: Basel Cellars
In 1997, a grand home was built in the Walla Walla Valley. This home, clocking in at a whopping 13,800 square feet, was designed to have the same awe-inspiring reactions that the grand American Lodges, such as Timberline Lodge, have. Double River Ranch was the name given to this grand home just south of the […]
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FareStart Dinner in Pictures #IFBC15
In the months leading up to IFBC, the Facebook group for attendees and alumni was buzzing with excitement. And who wouldn’t be excited? IFBC is one of the best conferences there is! One of the topics of conversation was a dinner at FareStart. The idea behind FareStart is really awesome. They train adults who are […]
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#TravelTuesday: Five Essentials for Travel
This weekend, I’m heading out to the beautiful Walla Walla Valley for wine tasting, testing my new selfie stick I got from Krusteaz while at the International Food Blogger Conference with my cousin, Mom and possibly Grandma, having an “open *that* bottle” night and just having a danged good time. To follow our adventures, make […]
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Keeping it Authentic, Storytelling and #goingrogue: A Recap of #IFBC15
I just got home from a fun-filled weekend in Seattle and the International Food Blogger Conference. To summarize the weekend into a blog post is, in all honesty, downright impossible. This weekend always serves as a way to meet new people, like Shadi from Unicorns in the Kitchen, Angela from The Full Tummy, and Paula […]
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#TravelTuesday: Why I’m excited to go to Seattle for #IFBC15!
I love Seattle. Not enough to live there, but certainly enough to spend a few days there. This weekend, I will be doing just that. Granted, most of my time will be spent in the sessions of the International Food Bloggers Conference, but there will also be time for me to go out on my […]
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#TravelTuesday: Travel Advice
Through my years of traveling, I’ve learned a few things. Some, I’ve learned through a great website called FlyerTalk, others have been through my own trials and tribulations. Tip #1: Packing We all know that packing is…well…a nightmare at times. I’m notorious for overpacking. One way I avoid overpacking is by taking the advice of […]
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#TravelTuesday: Ride report on 2015 Chrysler 200
A new idea popped into my head. I talk about my travels to wine country a lot…why not chronicle things like how I get there, where I stay, tips I’ve learned over my years of having a permanent case of wanderlust, etc.? I will try post my ramblings on Tuesday. Enjoy my first post…a ride […]
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Where the Country Meets the City: Walla Walla comes to Portland
I’ve raved about the wonderful wines that come from Walla Walla before here. And for good reason. They’re amazing!! While browsing Facebook one night, I saw that the Walla Walla Wine Alliance was coming to Portland. From luscious, thought-provoking reds to delicate, crisp whites, Walla Walla wines never disappoint. I knew, without a doubt, that […]
