New Adventure: We Are Moving to New Zealand
Nearly, seven years ago we visited New Zealand for the first time and fell in love with the landscape, the food, the people, and the culture. We left asking the questions, “what if we lived here?” Well… we are about to find out. In a few hours, we are boarding a plane heading to New Zealand. You can follow our journey (virtually of course) as … Continue reading New Adventure: We Are Moving to New Zealand
The Sea Town of Bantry
A short drive from City Center Cork there are many little sea towns. I recommend visiting at least one of these towns when in Cork. We popped into the sea town of Bantry one afternoon. The walk along the water is a relaxing way to enjoy an afternoon. You can take a break from the scenic views by stopping in at the local craft shops … Continue reading The Sea Town of Bantry
The Sea Town of Baltimore
A short drive from Cork City Center there are many little towns along the shore. Each town has its own unique charm but all of them adorn streets lined with shops and cafes. We stopped in for a visit in Baltimore on our way to Killarney. This town is full of rolling hills with cows and sheep peacefully grazing and beautiful water views. Of course … Continue reading The Sea Town of Baltimore
The Little Town of Kinsale
A short drive from Cork City Center is the town of Kinsale. The streets of this town are full of shops and cafes perfect for wandering. We popped into the Blue Haven Cafe for lunch but regardless of where you end up for lunch I highly recommend ordering a seafood dish. Every October for the past 40 years this town puts on a gourmet food … Continue reading The Little Town of Kinsale
An Afternoon in Kilkenny
After a night in Dublin we headed to Cork for a few nights. About have way in between Dublin and Cork is Kilkenny. Ireland is full of little towns perfect for strolling, shopping, and cafes that offer a variety of cuisine. We popped into Rive Gauche for a quick lunch before exploring Kilkenny. Don’t let the French name fool you this pub offers classic Irish dishes. … Continue reading An Afternoon in Kilkenny
Strolling Through Dublin
Arrived in Dublin this morning at 9 AM! The trick to adjusting to the time difference is to keep moving so we spent the morning strolling through Dublin. This is busy city with loads of foot traffic and a perfect blend of old world charm and modern amenities. Continue reading Strolling Through Dublin
The Cuisine of Bordeaux
While Bordeaux is most famous for its wine there are three dishes I am told one must try when in Bordeaux; oysters, duck, and canales. Interestingly, these three dishes can be a three course meal. Did you know that Bordeaux is the oyster capital of Europe? Well, I did not know this prior to my visit and I have no facts to back up … Continue reading The Cuisine of Bordeaux
The Village of Saint Emilion
Visiting the village of Saint Emilion in a great way to break up the day in between visiting wineries. The hilly cobblestone streets provide a good walk to burn off all that wine. There are neat little shops, cafes, and historic buildings. You can also stop in at the tourist office to learn about the various guided tours of the village. Here are some pictures … Continue reading The Village of Saint Emilion
Biking Through Saint Emilion
Biking is one of my favorite ways to tour but I must warn you that Saint Emilion is rather hilly so keep that in mind if you are considering a biking tour. I booked the tour through Bordo Vino Wine Tours and opted for the small group option, which ended up being a group of eight. The tour guide Clara was friendly and knowledgeable about … Continue reading Biking Through Saint Emilion
Exploring Bordeaux
Of course, the main attraction in Bordeaux is wine. There is something like 60 appellations in Bordeaux and each appellation has its own rules for growing grapes and producing wine. I will attempt to get some grasp of these rules but from what I am told…it is complicated. In the week I am here I will visit two main regions. There are six grape varieties grown … Continue reading Exploring Bordeaux
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