Best Coffee and Pizza in Utah are in Grand Staircase Escalante
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Best Coffee and Pizza in Utah are in Grand Staircase Escalante

Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument is one of my favorite places in Utah because it has less crowds than other national park sites in the state and because of the coffee and pizza places I’ve found there. I dream about both when I know I’m going to be anywhere close to Escalante.  These fall under … Continue reading →

When You Want Pie in Greater Zion – Go to Veyo Pies Near Snow Canyon State Park
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When You Want Pie in Greater Zion – Go to Veyo Pies Near Snow Canyon State Park

During my trip to Greater Zion, a friend told me I had to try Veyo Pies and Bakery after visiting Snow Canyon State Park. It’s about a ten minute drive from the north entrance. After spending a few hours hiking and exploring Snow Canyon, my friend Lisa and I were ready to devour some pie. The small … Continue reading →

For Avocado Toast or Fish Tacos in Beaver Creek or Avon Go to Maya in Westin Riverfront
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For Avocado Toast or Fish Tacos in Beaver Creek or Avon Go to Maya in Westin Riverfront

If you’re visiting Beaver Creek or Avon and wanting avocado toast, head to Maya in the Westin Riverfront. While staying in the hotel for a work and leisure trip, I ate every meal at Maya. That’s typically something I don’t do traveling, but it was convenient and everything I tried was delicious. Maya is one … Continue reading →

High West Distillery’s Alta Ruby Cocktail Recipe
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High West Distillery’s Alta Ruby Cocktail Recipe

Looking for a different holiday cocktail recipe? High West Distillery‘s Alta Ruby looks festive and even non-whiskey drinkers will like it. On a happy hour stop with a few friends in Park City, I decided to give the Alta Ruby a whirl, evening though I’m not typically a whiskey sipper. High West’s Double Rye is … Continue reading →

A Speakeasy and Globally Inspired Cuisine: Where to Drink and Eat in Aspen
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A Speakeasy and Globally Inspired Cuisine: Where to Drink and Eat in Aspen

Aspen is a foodie’s dream. Its culinary scene is vibrant, creative, indulgent and delicious. One of the newest restaurants, Meat and Cheese Restaurant and Farm Shop, is quickly gaining legions of fans. I had it recommended to me by a local friend, who’s also a culinary connoisseur. I had no idea I would also discover … Continue reading →

On the Go Nutrition and Hydration: Fast Bar, Evolve Protein Shake and EcoVessel Summit Water Bottle
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On the Go Nutrition and Hydration: Fast Bar, Evolve Protein Shake and EcoVessel Summit Water Bottle

As I’m starting to travel again, I’m re-discovering a constant struggle on the road – finding nutritious options that pack well, don’t melt, are plant based protein with no or very little sugar, taste great and have minimal (and recyclable if possible) packaging. Fast Bar is a recent find for intermittent fasting. Evolve is my … Continue reading →

My Favorite Meal in Patagonia:  Lenga Restaurant’s Chilean Chickpeas Pil Pil Recipe
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My Favorite Meal in Patagonia: Lenga Restaurant’s Chilean Chickpeas Pil Pil Recipe

I went into Lenga Restaurant hoping to get in for a late night dinner in Puerto Natales. I didn’t have a reservations, it was 9:30 pm. and I was starving after a 6-hour boat tour to see two glaciers. I went into Lenga with fingers crossed hoping to get a table. I got lucky and … Continue reading →

The Most Entertaining Dining Experience on a Cruise
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The Most Entertaining Dining Experience on a Cruise

“It’s dinner with video games. It will be great for the kids.” That was a good enough sell to our group of twelve aboard the Celebrity Cruises Eclipse on the first night of our cruise to Alaska. We booked to early bird seating of 5:45pm for what turned out to be a fabulous dining experience. … Continue reading →