March 5, 2012 | Caribbean, Travel
This is my final post in a 4-part series about bareboat sailing in the Caribbean – I’ve saved the best for last, our lobster feast!
Imagine yourself floating on this pristine turquoise water, nowhere to be, nothing you are required to do.
And up to your sailboat pulls one of these guys, flashing some 3-5 pound spiny lobsters. Continue Reading »
February 29, 2012 | Caribbean, Travel
This is Part 3 in a 4-part series about my bareboat sailing adventure with three couples from St. Lucia to Grenada in the Caribbean. Read on to learn about great spots for dining on the gorgeous Windward Islands of the Caribbean. We only ate a few lunches and dinners on board, wanting to try all of these great island spots while we were there – check them out!

Marigot Bay, St. Lucia
Rainforest Hideaway
Amuse bouche of Caribbean chicken salad, pumpkin soup with coconut milk, duck breast with beets and pears on a potato pancake, bananas flambe with ice cream for dessert Continue Reading »
February 24, 2012 | Caribbean, Travel
This is Part 2 in a 4-part series about my bareboat sailing adventure with three couples from St. Lucia to Grenada in the Caribbean. In this post I’ll share a photo journal of our trip with just a few words to orient you – enjoy!
Arriving in Marigot Bay, St. Lucia, with a late afternoon rainbow to welcome us as we board our boat.
Sailing by the Pitons of St. Lucia, made famous by the Dr. Doolittle movie. Continue Reading »
February 20, 2012 | Caribbean, Travel
This is Part 1 in a 4-part series about my bareboat sailing adventure with three couples from St. Lucia to Grenada in the Caribbean. Enjoy the trip!
I just returned from paradise. I mean a trip to one of the most gorgeous places around – the Windward Islands of the Caribbean – to spend an incredible 2 weeks relaxing as we sailed from island to island. Curious as to how we did this? Wondering what it’s like to book a bareboat sailing adventure? Read on and I’ll fill you in on the basics. Continue Reading »
January 11, 2012 | Italy, Lecce, Otranto, Puglia, Rome, Spongano, The Awaiting Table
I’m happy to announce that I’ve scheduled the dates for my next cooking trip to Italy. Without a doubt, taking guests to Italy is by far my favorite part of my business. I’ve been to Rome 10 times, and love sharing it with others. Continue Reading »

















