Despite its name, this holiday — turned universal excuse to drown one’s self in giant glasses of golden beer — is actually celebrated in September. That’s why I’ve chosen it for this month’s travel post. The fest begins when the mayor of Munich (aka the bürgermeister) taps the first keg at noon, which takes place this…
It’s easy to see why Bruges (or Brugge) is known as the Venice of the North. You can leisurely stroll along the pathways near the canals and take in the picturesque houses. But the feel of this Belgian city is very different from Venezia and can easily be enjoyed in a weekend. Start your morning…
You should be reading a glowing review of this year’s Great GoogaMooga, but the “rain or shine” event was canceled on Sunday because of … rain. Taking into account prior complaints, event planners ensured that cell service was better, lines were almost non-existent and ATMs abounded. The trading cards – if you could locate a…
On Tuesday the NY/NJ Baykeeper held its 2nd Annual Oyster Benefit at the Scandinavia House. The stars of the event were the excellent Montauk Pearl oysters from Montauk Shellfish Company. Gordon shucked furiously trying to keep up as the guests slurped down the briny goodness. Fortunately I don’t have to head out to the Hamptons…
St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner, and although I’m currently on a beach somewhere in St. Martin (one guess as to what next month’s travel post will be…), a trip to Ireland seemed appropriate. It may be obvious to indulge in a pint of Guinness or glass of Jameson while in Dublin. But…
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