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Amsterdam: The Planning Stages

I would do the preliminary research, a task I always enjoy undertaking, and one my partner is happy to relinquish to me. First Things First But first, I needed to renew my passport. Which required I find a copy of my birth certificate. And while I was at it, I may as well update my drivers license to get a REAL ID, something that has recently become mandatory for ID purposes as well as for domestic travel. All easier said than done. Passport...

Amsterdam: The Idea

If it’s been a minute (or two) since I have posted it’s because I have been away on the most fabulous trip I have been on in years. A week in Amsterdam that couldn’t have been more perfect from the early stages of planning to the time we returned home. I can’t wait to tell you all about it. If you have never been to Amsterdam, or even if you have, brace yourself for the next few weeks (or months) of blog posts, where I share details,...

Steve Alpert on Etsy

For over 20 years, fine artist Steve Alpert has honored our military through his powerful paintings. Now you can bring that art into your everyday life—and support veterans at the same time. The new Steve Alpert Studios Etsy shop features coffee mugs, tote bags and clothing for all ages, showcasing Steve's Contemporary American Military paintings. Every purchase means something: a percentage of all sales goes directly to organizations...

Why Durham is Called The Bull City

The Story Behind the Nickname If you’ve spent any time in Durham, North Carolina, you’ve encountered the bull. It’s on logos, murals, merchandise, and monuments throughout the city. The Durham Bulls baseball team plays at the Durham Bulls Athletic Park. Locals proudly call their home “Bull City.” But where does this distinctive nickname come from, and why has a farm animal become so central to a city’s identity? The answer lies in...

Breakfast at The Durham Hotel Cafe

Morning Rituals at The Cafe: Breakfast and Brunch at The Durham Hotel There’s something about breakfast at a great hotel that feels inherently optimistic—the promise of a new day paired with excellent coffee and thoughtfully prepared food. The Cafe at The Durham Hotel delivers on this promise beautifully, offering breakfast and brunch that feel special without being fussy, elevated without losing approachability. Whether you’re a hotel...

The American Tobacco Campus: Durham’s Industrial Revival

Press is one of many restaurants on The American Tobacco Campus, a collection of historic tobacco warehouses that tells one of the most compelling urban renewal stories in America. The American Tobacco Campus has transformed from abandoned industrial ruins into a thriving destination that proves old buildings can have vibrant new lives. From Powerhouse to Empty ShellsThese buildings once housed The American Tobacco Company, formed in 1890 by...

Morning Magic at Press Coffee Crepes Cocktails: Durham’s Brunch Destination

There’s a certain kind of weekend morning that calls for more than just grabbing coffee and a pastry to go. When you want to linger over breakfast, sip something special, and truly ease into your day, Press Coffee Crepes Cocktails in Durham delivers that kind of experience, although you could just as easily order a coffee & pastry to go here as well. This charming spot has mastered the art of the leisurely brunch—and become a beloved...

Where Banking History Meets Culinary Innovation: Counting House Restaurant at 21c Museum Hotel in Durham, NC

There’s something magical about dining in a space where money was once counted and now memories are made. Counting House, the signature restaurant at 21c Museum Hotel Durham, transforms the grand hall of a historic bank into one of Durham’s most distinctive dining destinations—a place where architectural heritage, contemporary art, and inventive Southern cuisine come together in perfect harmony. A Room with HistoryStep into Counting House...

21C Museum Hotel in Durham, NC

This past weekend brought us to Durham, North Carolina, where the daughter of my partner’s friends got married. Like many weddings these days, especially destination weddings, the bride and groom set up a wedding website, where they offered a schedule of events for the weekend along with area attractions and hotel recommendations. We chose the 21c Museum Hotel from their recommendations, and arranged the flight, car rental and hired car to...

Fairway Restaurant & Pizzeria: A North Eastham Dining Tradition

Nestled in the heart of Cape Cod, Fairway Restaurant & Pizzeria has been serving the North Eastham community and visitors alike as a reliable dining destination for over 20 years. Located on Route 6, this casual eatery offers the kind of straightforward, satisfying meals that keep locals coming back and tourists discovering it year after year. A Menu for EveryoneFairway lives up to its name by offering a diverse menu that goes well beyond...
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