Paris, France, from the tower of Notre Dame. For five months, my cell phone background has been Paris from the top of Notre Dame. FIVE MONTHS. I’ve been to South Padre, College Station, Chicago and Bee Cave/Dripping Springs since then. And yet I have not put pen to paper or fingers to keyboard about my … Continue reading
Category Archives: France
How to Travel Alone (Without Investing in a Selfie Stick)
I’m a big traveler. Traveling is in my blood. Not only am I the fourth generation in my family to have visited all the states in the US, but my (many) passports have been stamped by countries across South America, Europe, Australia and more. Generally, I travel with my family or friends but as of … Continue reading
French Asshole Tells Me How to Drink Champagne
Last week a I took a day trip to Kingwood (yes, it was a trip, Kingwood is effing far!) to the Tasting Room to attend a champagne tasting class. As a self-proclaimed “French asshole,” Hugo, the wine connoisseur from Möet & Chandon, guided me and about 20 others through a culinary adventure through the Champagne region of … Continue reading
Book for Foodies: The Hundred-Foot Journey
I don’t know if I have ever written a book review. Maybe like a book report in like 5th grade. I’m a pretty avid reader when I have the time, but it’s been a while since I’ve put down in word my thoughts about a book. Despite being busy these past few months, I did find some … Continue reading