The Adolphus Hotel and French Room stands as a Dallas icon, but remained unknown to me. It wasn't until after returning from Spain, my then-boyfriend, now-husband, had heard me go on for great lengths about paella and found the gem that is City Hall Bistro located in the Adolphus that brought back those flavors. After ...
Eat Around the World: Best Places to Eat in Downtown Dallas
Downtown Dallas makes for such a great weekend getaway because of all of the unique things to do and because you don't need a car to travel to most places. Not to mention all the good food! You can practically eat around the world at these best places to eat in downtown Dallas without ever ...
Our Stay at the Cambria Downtown Dallas
While taking a little vacation in Downtown Dallas we had the pleasure of staying at the Cambria Downtown Dallas. We wanted a place that was close by so that we could have a car-free weekend and walk or Lyft to most of our destinations, and Cambria fit the bill. Plus, we had previously been to ...
A Tropical Retreat in Texas: The Hillside Boutique Hotel
On a recent trip to the French Texas town of Castroville, I had the pleasure of staying in the newly renovated Hillside Boutique Hotel. I had originally stayed here over 10 years ago when it went by another name, and it's changed so much since then. Just outside of San Antonio, the Hillside Boutique Hotel ...
Visit the France of Texas: Things to Do in Castroville TX
Growing up I used to drive through Castroville quite often. I would pass this old building that looked beautiful, but off, in Texas. It was only recently when I went to Castroville to stay at the Hillside Boutique Hotel that I learned about the history behind this beautiful city and all the fun things to ...
Where To Stay in Boston: Hotel Commonwealth Boston Review
On a recent trip to Boston, I had the pleasure of staying at an iconic Boston hotel, the Hotel Commonwealth. This beautiful hotel is filled with history, art, and also happens to be the official hotel of the Boston Red Sox. It makes a lot of sense when you can see the stadium from the ...
African Caribbean Restaurants in Boston, MA
Thanks to my husband, I have been exposed to Africa's diverse flavors and authentic cuisine, a continent whose food we don’t often get to try. However, Boston is a melting pot of different cultures, and here we get to try food from various countries. If you want to try dishes packed with flavor, get ready ...
A Self-Guided Boston Chinatown Food Tour
Chinatown in Boston, MA, is simultaneously exhilarating and overwhelming. In just a few blocks, you’ll find countless restaurants often marked in Chinese characters, murals, shops, and more. With so many options, we couldn’t just try one place, so we went on a self-guided Boston Chinatown Food Tour to try as many things as possible! Keep ...
Eat Like a Local: Best Restaurants to Eat in Boston
Boston is so rich in inspired culinary influences! Being a melting pot, you can essentially eat around the world in one place, with Boston restaurants offering a variety of dining options. Each restaurant has its own unique story, adding to the vibrant culinary scene. From exploring Chinatown, Eataly, and self-guided tours of other regions, I ...
Around the World in Boston – Top Things to do in Boston
Boston is a melting pot of cultures and unique things to do! World travelers will find that you can travel around the world right here in Boston (and back in time!) Read about all of the top things to do in Boston, MA, and plan your own Boston itinerary! Eat Around the World in Boston Considering all ...