Another study has been released about the dire facts of a diet heavy in red meat, especially processed red meat, like salami. I love salami! That with olives and cheese, plus a glass of wine, is one of my favorite snacks. But, according to CNN, the 28-year study–that’s right, health professionals and researchers followed 121,000…
Taboo Breaking in Vietnam
Not long ago, it was taboo for Americans to travel to Vietnam. The Vietnam government didn’t make access to their country easy for Americans and sometimes they even made it difficult. American thrill-seekers adventurous enough to take the journey were few and far between. Now Vietnam’s borders are wide open and the word is starting…
Snack, Sip & Surf at PacEdge in Laguna Beach
Alternatives to Coffee
I gave up coffee about three months ago without planning to. The three-day headache that resulted from not drinking my daily one or two cups hardened my resolve to stay off coffee, more specifically the caffeine. However, I miss the morning ritual of a hot cup of coffee with the aroma, the cream and sugar,…
Sweet Getaways for Valentine’s Day
Whether you’ve only got a night, or a few weeks, here’s a few tempting getaways for couples, as well as a couple of ideas for those who are on their own for Valentine’s Day (or week). “Make Out on Miracle Mile Package” (Wilshire, Los Angeles) The Hotel Wilshire has launched a package for all…





