Yes, it’s “Vertical Lasagna!” Since I launched a separate blog all about food, I’ve cut back a bit here – but there are times like today where something is worth sharing and sharing an sharing some more, so if you… Read More ›
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Have You Been To Comporta? Exploring Portugal’s Idyllic Beach!
Welcome To Paradise! I always share tropical south seas islands when I discuss “paradise”, but that word can describe any idyllic getaway that offers serenity and surprise in equal measure – and that’s how my wife Alex and I felt… Read More ›
A Classic “Fish Balls In Tomato Sauce” Recipe From Claudia Roden – For Cookbook Confidential Review!
The Cookbook Confidential Review Series Is Back! First of all, when I was at the E! cable network, we had a segment called “Shameless Plug”, where a celebrity was given one minute to shamelessly hype a project – and that… Read More ›
Have You Tasted Gray’s Papaya Hot Dogs? Here’s My “Recession Special” Review!
Welcome To New York City’s Iconic Hot Dog Vendor! I am flipping out on the corner of 72nd St. and Broadway, where Gray’s Papaya is located – an iconic New York hot dog stand that is listed in a number… Read More ›
The Chicago River Is Steaming! Here’s The Frozen River And Ice Fishing On Lake Michigan Too!
A “Steamy” Chicago River! The internet is ablaze with images of the Chicago River literally steaming – as the city battles sub-zero temperatures! So what led to that steam show? According to the University of Maine, the “steam” is actually water… Read More ›
Have You Been To The “Roof Of The World”? Walked On A “Glass Beach”? The “Gates Of Hell”? Check Out These Wild Eastern European / Central Asian Adventures!
Want To Go To The “Roof Of The World”? Well, you are looking at it! It’s a truly incredible place, and while I haven’t been there, it’s just one of the places on my wish list…would you go here? I’ll… Read More ›
Portugal! Under The Tuscan Sun! The White House! My 2023 Travel Adventures Included A Flaming Ortolan!
Looking Back At A Great Year Of Travel Adventures… First of all, happy new year! As we begin 2024, I wanted to look back at some of my favorite travel adventures of the year gone by…these first images are from Cortona… Read More ›
Celebrating New York’s Incredible Holiday Lights! 30 Rock’s Christmas Tree And A Wild Holiday Light Show!
Celebrating 30 Rock’s Holiday Tree! Welcome to the most iconic TV studio in the world! This is 30 Rockefeller Plaza in mid-town Manhattan…where a ten story holiday tree greets thousands and thousands of visitors during the holiday season… As you can… Read More ›
“Santa’s Sleigh” Is A Train! Here’s Video Of The Special “Santa Subway Car” In Chicago!
Welcome To Chicago! Here is a winter sunrise over Lake Michigan from downtown Chicago…where my wife and I lived for 5 years….and I realize that I have never shared one of the city’s most fun holiday events! First, here’s a… Read More ›
New York Dresses Up For The Holidays! Plus NYC’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Up Close!
Welcome To The 2023 Holidays New York Style! Welcome to one of the most festive cities on earth! This is the famous Christmas tree at 30 Rockefeller Plaza – where my wife shoots her TV show! It’s a magical place… Read More ›
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