A four-day luxury getaway to Hong Kong
Hong Kong has long been one of our favorite destinations in the world, so much so that we have rated it as our fourth best destination of a lifetime in our article “Best Travel Destinations of a Lifetime“, right after Paris, London and New York. Hong Kong boasts a population of more than seven million…
The historic houses of St. Michaels on Chesapeake Bay!
St. Michaels. The main charm of the town of St. Michaels, on the eastern shore of Chesapeake Bay in Maryland, lies with the eclectic collection of buildings which make up its central part. Thirty five or so historic buildings, dating as far back as 1750, are clustered in a small number of streets near the…
Public transport in France, a marvel!
Public Transport in France, a marvel! Read our previous posting “Sarkozy at La Petite Maison” As I am planning our movements around the French Riviera, I keep being impressed by French public transport, whether bus or train. We have come to know and like the high speed TGV train service between Paris and the rest of…
BEST of Albania food: Tave Kosi!
Tave Kosi. BEST of Albania food: Tave Kosi! Read our previous posting: “Best of Afghanistan food : Qabili Palau” Tave Kosi is Albania‘s national dish. Baked lamb and rice with yoghurt. Here is the recipe I borrowed from Epicurus.com: Tave Kosi : Baked Lamb with Yogurt Recipe type: Lamb or Mutton Serves: 6…