California Archive

Hometown Favorite: The Yank Sing

Eating at the San Francisco famous Yank Sing restaurant was one of my first experiences with

My 2012 Travel Highlights

In 2010 and 2011, I traveled in places far away from home. Some were the farthest

A Day of Indulgence at Duckhorn Vineyards

Over the last few years, I’ve developed a crush. A crush on something timeless and well-crafted

Notable Photos: Summertime in the Napa Valley

One of my favorite things about going home to California is visiting the Napa Valley. I

Appreciating Palm Trees

Something about palm trees makes me happy. Perhaps they are a reminder of past travels, places

Appreciating the Snow

It’s the end of April, and though it may be a chilly day in NYC, it

3 Epic Journeys Across the Globe

One inherent, yet completely unglamorous part of long term travel is the multi-day, multi-continent epic journey.

Appreciating Flowers

No matter where you go in the world, there are certain things that are always there.

Hiding from Winter in the South

One thing always on a New Yorker’s mind during the winter months is getting away to

When You Can’t Eat, Start Drinking

One of the most important parts of exploring another country for me is indulging in the