When getting ready for my trip to Puerto Rico, I assumed that the food would be similar to Mexican food. But on our first night in San Juan, the server at Cafe Puerto Rico told us all we needed to know about the food on the islands. It's based heavily in proteins and starches with heavy Spanish and … [Read more...] about Eating and Drinking in Puerto Rico
North America
Visiting the Bacardi Rum Distillery
The name is synonymous with rum. In fact, every classic rum cocktail was created with Bacardi, including the Cuba Libre and daiquiri. My first taste of it was mixed with Diet Coke in a college dorm room, long before I could appreciate the delicate flavors of a white rum. Since then I've come to … [Read more...] about Visiting the Bacardi Rum Distillery
Photo Essay: Iconography in Old San Juan
As you walk past the colorful houses lining the cobblestone streets, you're immediately aware that San Juan is a city brimming with history. The architecture reminds me of my time in Portugal, apart from its iconic tiles. The unincorporated archipelago of Puerto Rico may technically be a territory … [Read more...] about Photo Essay: Iconography in Old San Juan
Scenes from a New York Winter
Atlanta's unexpectedly terrible snowstorm had me thinking I may not make it out to New York, where I was working the NY Now trade show for the second time. But after a long winding ride to the airport, two canceled flights and one delayed flight, we made it to a cold New York City where the city was … [Read more...] about Scenes from a New York Winter
Photo Friday: Honolulu, Hawaii
Something lately has left my mind on Hawaii. Perhaps it's that my friend was just married there (congrats, Kelsi!) or that it was an important place to me a few years ago, serving as a break during my time in Australia. I had been away from my family for six months, the longest I'd been away from … [Read more...] about Photo Friday: Honolulu, Hawaii