Ireland Day #2 Before arriving at Newgrange on Ireland day #2, the bus pulls in at Howth Harbor for a latte and little walk around. One of my favorite signs of the day is this one. It seems perfect as during these weeks I am not thinking about recipes and writing deadlines. We load […]
Ireland Part 1
Ireland Part 1 Here’s Part 1 of my trip to Ireland. Gretapie knew something was up on Sunday when I placed my fully loaded pack on the deck. After saying goodbye’s, Duncan drove me to Cindy’s. We had planned on walking on the ferry and then taking light rail to the airport, but
It’s Getting Close
It’s Getting Close It’s getting close now. Sunday I depart. Yesterday my dear friend Barbara, who travels on the cheap six months out of the year, which I think qualifies her as being a well-seasoned practitioner of the craft, comes over to share with me her hints for packing. After a thorough once over of […]
Kate’s Chicken Curry Pie
Kate’s Chicken Curry Pie When I was at university studying humanities, one of my roommates made a delicious chicken curry every few weeks. I loved it so much, she finally shared her recipe for the curry with me. I really think she did it out of self-defense so she wouldn’t have to listen to me […]
Seven Days Seven Recipes
Seven Days Seven Recipes The days are going by quickly now. Just seven before I wing my way to Ireland. A year ago I felt a strong pull to travel there. I guess you could call it a pilgrimage of sorts, and truthfully I’m not sure of the reason why I am going. I have […]