On my trip to Roero, I immersed myself in Nebbiolo, Arneis, and the gastronomy and culture of this fertile, often unsung subregion of Piedmont. I left with a greater appreciation and understanding of the depth, diversity, and beauty of Roero.
Two Days in Nashville––Make the Most of Your Time in Music City
Have Two Days in Nashville? I Have Some Thoughts on What to Do This article was updated on September 12, 2026 Ever since my very brief introduction to the city in the 1990s, I’ve been curious. And as it turns out, after spending two days in Nashville, I can say that Music City didn’t letRead More
Fun Things to Do in Downtown Portland
This article was updated on September 11, 2026. Fun Things to Do in Downtown Portland, Oregon On my first visit to the Pacific Northwest, I spent four days in Portland, Oregon. I wandered around downtown Portland, ate plates of delicious food––Portland is arguable one of the top food cities in the US. You’ll struggle toRead More
What to See and Do in Belltown, Seattle’s Cool, Cultured District
Belltown Is Seattle’s Cool, Cultured District In a city renowned for birthing iconic bands such as Alice in Chains, Pearl Jam, and Soundgarden, Belltown is the Seattle neighborhood with deep ties to the grunge movement. This dark, edgy subculture emerged in Seattle in the late 1980s and early 1990s, leaving a lasting imprint on aRead More
Most Charming Small Towns in the Northeast
This article was updated on September 10, 2026. Most Charming Small Towns in the Northeast, and Some of My Personal Favorites It wasn’t until I moved away from the Northeast that I actually appreciated where I grew up. Yes, the winters can be brutally cold and the summers hot and humid, but a distinct cultureRead More
Two Days in Salzburg, Austria
This article was updated on August 23, 2026. Two Days in Salzburg, Austria Since Austria had long been on my list of places to visit, I was thrilled when I finally had a chance to spend some time there. After a week in Switzerland, I traveled by train from Gstaad to Zurich before driving intoRead More
