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7 Peruvian Dishes you Must Try in Lima

Lima is the beautiful and vibrant capital of Peru. Situated along the arid desert coast of Peru it has developed into the top culinary hub for South America, hosting 3 restaurants in the “Top 50 Best Restaurants” list. Let us just say that travelers to Lima should bring loose-fitting pants and large appetites. The Limeños (people from Lima) love to eat well and they do not hide it as the…

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Spring in Wine Country | A Colorful Guide to Healdsburg, CA in the Spring

Spring in Wine Country is a gorgeous time of year. Yes, we have had some rainy days but it has made the hills turn green, we have experienced an explosion of wildflowers where the scars of the fires last year were, and the vines are budding! With warmer weather on the horizon now is a perfect time to plan your trip to experience spring in wine country and we have the perfect seasonal guide for…

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Unique Things to Do in Lima, Peru

Unique Things to Do in Lima, Peru Lima sometimes gets a bad rap as the boring capital of South America but after spending three months there we highly disagree! Discover just a few of the unique things to do in Lima in our newest article.

Lima sometimes gets a bad rap as the “Boring Capital” of South America but this couldn’t be farther from the truth. Lima is a vibrant youthful city filled with all kinds of opportunities to experience something unique. All you have to do is dig a little deeper to reach the heart of Lima and its people. Lima is certainly not the boring capital of South America and here are the top seven unique…

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The Best Meals We Ate in 2017

The Best Meals We Ate in 2017 2017 was a fantastic food year for us. From a restaurant that has had three Michelin stars for 50 years to a culinary tour of Peru in just one meal to simple but amazing bowls of pozole and so much more here are our best meals of 2017!

Can you believe that 2017 is already over and 2018 is almost two months over? It always amazes us how fast a single year tends to go by. For Ashley and I, it feels as if we were leaving for Central and South America back at the beginning of 2017 yet now we have celebrated the New Year in Warsaw, Poland and have moved back to Healdsburg, CA. All our adventures of 2017 are over and all we can do…

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7 Catalan Dishes That You Can't Leave Barcelona Without Trying

7 Catalan Dishes That You Can't Leave Barcelona Without Trying Barcelona is a culinary hotspot but people aren't coming here for just Spanish cuisine. Dive into these traditional Catalan dishes and where to find them so when you visit Barcelona you will be eating like a local!

Barcelona is a culinary adventurer’s dream destination. Catalan cuisine has an abundance of delectable treats to offer for the foodie in all of us. Plus Barcelona is the heart of culinary innovation, not only in Catalonia but in all of Spain. This is a city that is meant for you to stretch your waistline just a bit! If Barcelona is in your future travel plans here are the 7 Catalan dishes you…

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Winter in Wine Country | A Cozy Winter Guide to Healdsburg, CA

Winter in Wine Country | A Cozy Winter Guide to Healdsburg, CA Come experience the offseason in Healdsburg and see why winter in Wine Country is one of the locals' favorite times to explore!

While winter may seem like a less than ideal time to visit Wine Country it actually is a wonderful time to visit. The crowds are gone, the sun shines more than it rains, the mustard flowers begin to bloom, and you will be able to experience all the winter in Wine Country has to offer. So come for a visit to Healdsburg and experience all the charms we have to offer! Winter in Wine Country | A…

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The Best Pisco Sour in Lima

The Best Pisco Sour in Lima The pisco sour is a drink synonymous with Lima, Peru. So we decided to share with you our favorite pisco sour in Lima or rather our five favorites!

The pisco sour is almost synonymous to Peru and Lima. It is their official national drink after all. You can find the pisco sour in Lima everywhere from the high-end restaurants to the small old school bodegas. It is hard to pick just one best pisco sour so instead, I have picked my top five favorites all with different atmospheres. Believe me, you will find yourself hard pressed to choose…

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3 Weeks in Cuba | Our Itinerary, Budget, Tips and Tricks

3 Weeks in Cuba | Our Itinerary, Budget, Tips and Tricks We spent 3 weeks in Cuba in January 2017. Here is our itinerary and budget plus tips and tricks we learned along the way. Plus we talk about the highs and lows of visiting Cuba. Read all about it!

We spent 3 weeks in Cuba this January/February. While we were super excited and happy that we were able to visit Cuba there are definitely some logistical issues with visiting for three weeks. We wanted to give you guys an idea of what we did and what our basic itinerary, costs, etc.. we are here to help you plan better for your own trip. Itinerary Havana – 3 Days, 3 Nights Vinales – 3…

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Lima to Huacachina: Exploring the Only Desert Oasis in South America

Lima to Huacachina: Exploring the Only Desert Oasis in South America One of the coolest experiences we had in Peru was visiting Huacachina, the only desert oasis in South America. The desert dunes were captivating as they stretched as far as the eye could see and the oasis was the picture of serene relaxation. But how do you get there? Find out how to get there and what to do there in this brand new article!

Hiding in Peru is one of South America’s best-kept secrets, the stunning oasis of Huacachina. Huacachina is the only desert oasis in South America and is made both for adventure lovers and people who just want to relax. It is said that the oasis was formed when a beautiful native princess was preparing to bathe when in a mirror she saw a hunter coming. She dropped the mirror and fled and the…

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Eat Drink Live Local - The Podcast!

Eat Drink Live Local - The Podcast! Its official! TODAY we have launched our brand new podcast: Eat Drink Live Local. Listen to our first three episodes and stayed tuned for two every week from now on, every Monday and Thursday!

Hey Guys, We are so excited to announce the launch of our new podcast! Eat, Drink, Live Local is all about teaching you how to live local across the globe. This podcast is going to combine our love of cuisine, history, drinks, and living local. And we want to teach you guys how to travel like we do! For us, having local experiences is the defining point of our travels. When we visit a new…

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Fall in Wine Country | An Autumnal Guide to Healdsburg, CA

Fall in Wine Country | An Autumnal Guide to Healdsburg, CA Our guide to where to eat and drink in Healdsburg to celebrate fall! Plus, we have also included a list of awesome events happening this fall as well!

Fall is one of our favorite seasons and after almost nine months of summer, we are looking forward to fall in wine country. To celebrate our favorite season in one of our favorite places we wanted to share with you our favorite (are you getting the theme?) fall-themed activities, things to eat, and drink in Healdsburg, CA. (And no pumpkin spice lattes are not on the list) So without further…

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Fall Packing List for Europe Ladies' Edition!

Heading to Europe this fall and have no idea what to pack? Don't worry ladies we have compiled our favorites! Check Out Our Ultimate Fall Packing List for Europe Ladies' Edition!

Fall is probably my favorite time to travel to Europe. The summer crowds have gone home, the summer heat diminishes making walking around cities a dream and not a chore, the locals are relaxed after their August vacations and you can finally start wearing all those amazing fashionable fall clothes! Fall is a time for lingering over a cappuccino in Rome in jeans and a jewel toned blouse while…

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Drink Local in Italy | The Top Three Aperitivo Cocktails You Need to Know

Drink Local in Italy | The Top Three Aperitivo Cocktails You Need to Know Heading to Italy soon? Be sure to drink like a local in a sun drenched piazza with these three aperitivo cocktails!

There is this vision of Italy: Sundrenched piazzas, Italians dressed in the latest fashion, and chairs and tables from all the local cafes spilling out onto the street. And on those tables are the infinitely cool and classic aperitivo cocktails that Italians are known for. When visiting Italy you are going to want to tap into this Italian moment, live like a local, and to do this you need…

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Cuba FAQs | Everything You Need to Know About Travel to Cuba

Heading to Cuba soon? Then take a look at our Cuba FAQs to learn everything you need to know about travel to Cuba!

Finding reliable information on what travel is like in Cuba was perhaps one of the most difficult obstacles we encountered while planning our trip back in January. It seems like everyone is going to Cuba but there are still a lot of big questions that need answering, especially for Americans. So we have put together a list of Cuba FAQs; it’s a combination of things we had questions about and…

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Happy Hour in San Juan del Sur | Who Needs Sunday Funday??

Happy Hour in San Juan del Sur | Who Needs Sunday Funday?? We put together an epic happy hour tour of San Juan del Sur so that you can indulge in happy hour almost every day from 1-11pm!

A lot of what you hear about San Juan del Sur in Nicaragua is that it is a paradise for surfers and it hosts the infamous “Sunday Funday.” While we didn’t experience Sunday Funday (as it costs $30 and all it gets you is the entrance and a t-shirt) we certainly managed to take advantage of the happy hour in San Juan. In our opinion, this was a much better way to see the town and save a ton of…

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Eat Local in Mexico City

Eat Local in Mexico City Dive into the diversity of Mexican cuisine with this guide to the capital of Mexico. Learn how to eat and drink locally in the city that has it all when it comes to the best of Mexico's widely diverse and delicious cuisine!

If we talk about top food destinations in the world, it tends to always be an argument on who reigns supreme. There is a lot of amazing cuisine out there in this world and foodies are very opinionated people. I think though that it is time to throw my two cents into this conversation. I claim Mexico City as the greatest food destination! To say that the capital city of Mexico is a large…

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Quintessential Rome- What You Can't Miss in the Eternal City!

Headed to Rome? We talked to locals, expats and Rome experts to find out what you should not miss out on when visiting the Eternal City! Quintessential Rome- What You Can't Miss in the Eternal City!

Welcome to our Rome Series! Rome was our home for a collective six years so we wanted to share everything you need to have a perfect time in the Eternal City. Visit Rome and learn how to love la dolce vita! Here is what you can expect from this series: Eat Local in Rome Top 9 Tips for First Time Visitors Ultimate Rome Packing List Top 5 Unique Sights in Rome Rome’s Transportation System How to…

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