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I’m Not Starting Over. I’m Starting From Here.
Coming home after almost a month away felt a little strange. I missed my routines and my own space, but I also wasn’t ready for the trip to be over. Somewhere between the…
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The Italian Meal I Want to Recreate at Home
One meal from my time in Panicale has been on my mind ever since I got home. Fresh tagliatelle, elephant garlic, fried basil, a glass of Barbera, and, of course, panna cotta inspired…
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Coming Home After Something I’ll Always Remember
After months of planning, worrying, and wondering if I was really going to do it, I finally went to Romania and Italy. Now that I’m home, I’m realizing the trip gave me more…
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Arrivederci, For Now
Before I go, I wanted to leave a little note here. I’m excited, nervous, and still a little shocked that this trip is actually happening. As I prepare to travel to Romania and…
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Hello Europe: New Foods I Want to Try
Before I leave for Romania and Italy, I’m already thinking about the food. From traditional Romanian sarmale to Umbrian porchetta, here are two dishes I can’t wait to experience and discover for myself.
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What’s In My Travel Bag
Traveling can be exciting and overwhelming at the same time. Over the years, I’ve learned that bringing a few familiar comfort items with me can make unfamiliar places feel a little easier to…
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The Best Local Dish I’ve Ever Eaten While Traveling
Of all the incredible food I’ve eaten while traveling, one meal still stands out: a shawarma from a tiny restaurant in Haifa, Israel. It wasn’t just the food—it was the place, the experience,…
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Ultimate Travel Bucket List: 10 Destinations Calling My Name
Travel has always represented more than visiting new places. It’s about discovering different cultures, tasting unfamiliar foods, walking through streets filled with history, and finding new parts of yourself along the way. Here…
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Finding Your Passion: Traveling and Eating Your Way Through Italy
The author reflects on their dream job inspired by Anthony Bourdain and Stanley Tucci. Bourdain's engaging storytelling and exploration of global cultures ignite creativity, while the author prefers Tucci's intimate, reflective journey through…
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The Unique Journey to Discovering Joy
Happiness is somewhat of a rarity for me. It’s something that I don’t experience very often. I don’t know whether it’s because I don’t openly welcome joy, or because I don’t know what…
