Tag Archives: Food and Wine
The Tequila Triple Play

The Tequila Triple Play

by on September 15, 2010 in Culture Thru Cuisine, Mexico Travel

In social circles, people often ask, “so, what is your favorite drink?” And perhaps I have too many. But if I needed to make a choice, a spirit to spend my days on the deserted island with, my choice, my Blue Agave friend. Si, Tequila. Many might not be surprised, after all Mexico and me do […]

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The El Fogon Conclusion – Great Tacos in Playa del Carmen

The El Fogon Conclusion – Great Tacos in Playa del Carmen

by on September 9, 2010 in Culture Thru Cuisine, Destination, Mexico Travel

At times walking the streets of Playa del Carmen one can start to think they are vacationing in Italy. Yes, Italy. Surprised? Well, have you been to Playa lately? Italians top the list of foreign ownership and that translates into many Italian restaurants. Pizza appears on nearly every block with pasta specials on nearly every menu across […]

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Taking a Pint South African Style – Umqombothi

Taking a Pint South African Style – Umqombothi

by on August 27, 2010 in Culture Thru Cuisine, Photo

Umqombothi. Say that three times. In fact even say it once. Not easy. But a lot easier to drink? Well maybe not, but it’s an adventure. After my 1/2 day tour via Acacia Africa that took me to visit the District Six Museum and a local township outside of Cape Town, our last stop, not like any […]

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A Walk through the Huguenot Memorial in Franschhoek, South Africa

A Walk through the Huguenot Memorial in Franschhoek, South Africa

by on August 24, 2010 in Culture Thru Cuisine, Photo

A visit to Cape Town or South Africa that matter is not complete without a trip to the country’s wineries. On the Blue Train you pass straight through the heart of the countryside dedicated to producing some of the best wines I ever tasted. But you need to get up close and visit the towns. […]

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Oysters with a pearl of wisdom in Mazatlan, Mexico

Oysters with a pearl of wisdom in Mazatlan, Mexico

by on July 26, 2010 in Culture Thru Cuisine, Destination, Mexico Travel

Oysters. For some, the ultimate delicacy, for others just another mollusk. And whether you believe it’s a myth or a fact that about its aphrodisiac powers upon digestion, I think we all can agree, the fresher the better.  And nothing is fresher than pulled directly from ocean after you place that order. That is exactly […]

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Craig’s Famous Fish Sandwich

Craig’s Famous Fish Sandwich

by on May 28, 2010 in Culture Thru Cuisine, Destination

I’ll admit I consider myself both adventurous and educated when it comes to cuisine. An expert? Maybe, maybe not? But more importantly – I enjoy a good meal. Yes, I crave culinary creations of all kinds. Heck, at times, it almost seems as needed as the air I breathe. And through my travels I discovered […]

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The Shanghai Surprise; Shanghai Metro and the Drunken Shrimp

The Shanghai Surprise; Shanghai Metro and the Drunken Shrimp

by on May 13, 2010 in Culture Thru Cuisine, Destination

Shanghai surprises. When you walk the city you know you are not in Kansas. My friend compares it to another planet. He says it’s Mars. It’s not, but it sure is different. Very different. Different architecture, different customs, different language.  But perhaps the biggest difference for me came when I sat down for dinner.  The […]

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