Category Archives: Travel

Sunday, Sunday

Posted on October 21, 2021 by Epicurious Travelers

I fly from Vermont to New York City in sleepy, pre-dawn country fog. Moo. Upon landing, I am wide-awake, delighted and ravenous. We start the day at Zucker’s with bagels and smoked fish. A few capers. We see an impromptu … Continue reading →

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Fifty Shades of Green

Posted on October 14, 2021 by Epicurious Travelers

Ah, Vermont. Green hills, massive overhanging trees, and misty farms. Fields of pumpkins and solar panels. Winding roads — so many named Hollow! And perhaps more cows than people. Foliage hasn’t quite peaked but there are pops of red among the … Continue reading →

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Montreal: Off the Beaten Track

Posted on March 1, 2021 by Epicurious Travelers

How do you write about travel when you’re not traveling? We’re sequestered. Our wings are clipped. It’s a fallow period. But here are memories of some favorite places while we wait to continue our travels (we hope) later in 2021. … Continue reading →

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Vieques: Bohos in Paradise II

Posted on February 21, 2021 by Epicurious Travelers

How do you write about travel when you’re not traveling? We’re sequestered. Our wings are clipped. Definitely a fallow period. Here are a few memories of our favorite places while we wait to continue our travels (we hope) later in … Continue reading →

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Nevis: Bohos in the Wild Blue

Posted on February 18, 2021 by Epicurious Travelers

How do you write about travel when you’re not traveling? We’re sequestered. Our wings are clipped — it’s a fallow period. Here is a warm memory of a favorite destination while we wait to resume our travels (we hope) later … Continue reading →

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Sicilian Valentine

Posted on February 6, 2021 by Epicurious Travelers

How do you write about travel when you’re not traveling? We’re sequestered. Our wings are clipped. Definitely a fallow period. Here are a few memories of our favorite places until we continue our travels (we hope) later in 2021. Let’s … Continue reading →

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“P” is for Paris

Posted on January 30, 2021 by Epicurious Travelers

In this unsettled Time of Covid, I re-post this love letter to La Ville des Lumieres — the City of Light, Love and Art. Peonies Pompidou  Pâtisserie Petits Bibelots Pique–nique Pouting a la moue Ponctualité Protest! Pont des Arts @$#%& … Continue reading →

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Montreal Jazz 2020: Special Edition!

Posted on June 25, 2020 by Epicurious Travelers

The 2020 Festival International de Jazz de Montréal is mounting a special digital edition that kicks off at 6 p.m. ET this Saturday, June 27th and runs through Tuesday, June 30 – don’t miss it! Continue reading →

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My Montecatini

Posted on February 23, 2020 by Epicurious Travelers

Montecatini Terme is a happy Tuscan mix of art, culture, and legendary spa scene. Belle Époque is the graceful era between 1890 and 1914 when Montecatini developed its elegant spa-style. Art Nouveau bathhouses set in a verdant, landscaped parks offered … Continue reading →

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Florence: Fashion & Friendship

Posted on January 8, 2020 by Epicurious Travelers

I arrive on a golden Tuscan morning, hire a car and check into centrally located Hotel Malaspina. The B&B’s cheerful staff, robust breakfasts, Wifi, rooftop terrace, cozy rooms and free valet parking (yes, I said free valet parking) make it … Continue reading →

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