Audi Forum, Ingolstadt, Germany
Throwback Tuesday Post (TBTP) from 2013: Visiting the Audi Forum, the grand showroom and car museum of Audi carmakers: history and speed combined.
Morton Mansion, or Arbor Lodge, in Nebraska City, NE
An unexpected visit to the mansion (and home) of J. Sterling Morton, of Morton salt fame. Morton was responsible for the Arbor Day observation, and his home in Nebraska City, Nebraska, is appropriately called Arbor Lodge.
Scotch Whisky Tasting with ESL Students at Vom Fass in Bamberg, Germany
Throwback Tuesday Post (TBTP) from 2013: I organize a scotch whisky tasting at Vom Fass olive oil, vinegar and, of course, whiskey and other liquors in Bamberg, Germany. We learn the distilling process and taste some wonderful spirits.
Get Your Kicks on Route 66 in Seligman, Arizona
Enjoy a stop on the historic Route 66 at Seligman, Arizona. Angel and Vilma's Route 66 Gift Shop has every imaginable souvenir emblazoned with the famous highway sign. Plus, you might notice a few similarities between Seligman and the fictional Radiator Springs in the Pixar movie "Cars".
Ribollita, Tuscany’s Hearty Winter Soup
Throwback Tuesday Post (TBTP) from 2014: Recipe and instructional how-to tutorial for authentic Tuscan ribollita, a hearty winter soup thickened with bread. I got the recipe straight from an Italian chef, so you know it's good!
Daytrip: Grand Canyon from Las Vegas
A daytrip by car from Las Vegas, Nevada, to the spectacular South Rim of the Grand Canyon. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity was provided by the wonderful National Park System in the USA. Breathtaking views and updated amenities, plus a visit to the historic El Tovar Hotel in Grand Canyon Village.
Raclette, Europe’s Cheesy, Sociable Feast
Throwback Tuesday Post (TBTP) from 2015: Charming traditional Swiss and German New Year's Eve recipe: raclette, a melted-cheese delight! Informal for friends and family, in the same manner as fondue. Each guests melts their own portion on a cozy winter evening.
Bellagio Christmas Decorations in Fabulous Las Vegas, Nevada!
A photographic foray into the Bellagio's Conservatory and Botanical Garden atrium in Las Vegas, Nevada. Holiday 2018 decorations: so beautiful, abundant and lush!
Nuremberg Christmas Market, Germany
Throwback Tuesday Post (TBTP) from 2011: A tour of the famous German Christmas market in Nuremberg. Complete with bratwurst, Gluhwein and a side trip to the Marriage Carousel fountain based on a poem by native son Hans Sachs.
“Paper Airplane” Sculpture, Lincoln, Nebraska
Find out why a 14,000-pound metal "paper" airplane sculpture with a 20-foot wingspan stands as a playful piece of public art near the airport in Lincoln, Nebraska. Photos, too!