As you read this, I’ve been in Jamaica, soaking up the sun, the tranquility, and the vibe of this cool country. I can’t believe it’s been four years since my first time here in this exact spot. I knew the moment I was here last I would return back to this country, I fell in…
Traveling to…Fatima and Luso
After days of celebrations and rest, it was time to get back to some traveling to see family and friends before my dad returned home. Every year we come to Portugal, it’s tradition we visit the famous city of Fatima, where the Virgin Mary appeared to three pastor children. She is one of the most…
Traveling to…Lisbon
I’ve just returned from a few days of traveling to Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, to visit my uncle and aunt who live in the Charneca da Caparica. A quaint little neighborhood surrounded by pine trees and overflowing gardens, just a few minutes from the beach. It’s a three-hour drive from where I live in…
Traveling Essentials
I was bit by the traveling bug at birth, having been to Portugal almost 20 times, and from Jamaica to Lake George, endless New York City tripes, and a weekend back to my alma mater of New England all just this summer! I’ve been in Portugal for nearly 2 days and I’ve already eaten 1…uhh 10 too many…
Traveling to…Portugal
I’m off on new travels once again. This time my journey takes me to my dear country of Portugal. I can’t wait to spend 3 weeks in the mountains, surrounded with nothing but nature and farmland where I will pick grapes I make delicious wine. Cook with the freshest ingredients and eat the tastiest home…
Friday Favorites
Okay I admit it, I’m in denial!! Denial that summer really is gone, that everyone is back at school and we’re all indulging in our pumpkin spice lattes and getting our kitchens ready for endless apple recipes. The scary reality is that this magical warm sunny season means that there are only a few short…
Longing for the Sun
“Sun is shining, the weather is sweet. Make you want to move your dancing feet.” I woke up feeling very nostalgic this morning, of one of the best places I’ve ever traveled to…Jamaica. I refuse to accept that Summer is over because well it’s not, even if Mother Nature has decided to grace us with torrential…
Friday Favorites
What a week it’s been so far! I can’t believe it’s Friday already, not to mention the last day of August!! This summer has flown by in a blink of an eye, I’m guessing it’s because I’ve just been enjoying it to the fullest, which is how it should be. My Labor Day weekend started…
Traveling to…Lake George
“Life is for deep kisses, strange adventures, midnight swims and rambling conversations.” I stumbled upon this quote this morning and it instantly spoke to me. Life, especially summer, is about carefree adventures and relaxing days surrounded by people who make you happy. I had such a wonderful weekend in Lake George with my best friend…
Happy Birthday Avo
Today is my Avô Lino’s birthday and he’s 81!! {Avô is grandfather in Portuguese} I’d give anything to be in Portugal right now with my entire family, eating a fresh and delicious dinner outside as the sun sets beyond the mountains, while singing “Happy Birthday” as he blows whatever flavor cake he wanted me to…
