Category Travel

Coffee and Bites at Portola Coffee Roasters in Orange, CA

One of my favorite parts about traveling is coffee shop hopping. Exploring cafés in a new city often leads to some of the best discoveries — great coffee, unexpected snacks, and sometimes a glimpse into the local food scene. While…

Baltimore, MD: A Harbor-View Staycation at Royal Sonesta

Sometimes the best travel experiences happen right in your own city. Recently I had the opportunity to enjoy a staycation at the Royal Sonesta Harbor Court in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor, and it turned out to be the perfect excuse to…

Tacos and Margaritas at Blue Plate Taco

After an afternoon wandering around the Santa Monica Pier and walking along the beach, my friend and I realized we were both craving the same thing: tacos and margaritas. Luckily, Blue Plate Taco sits just steps from the pier and…

Fresh Poke at Poke Bowl Factory Anaheim

One thing California is especially known for is incredibly fresh seafood. So while I was visiting, I knew I had to take advantage of that and track down some poke. I’ve always been a big fan of poke bowls, and…

Tacos at Mission Taqueria Philadelphia

Few things make me happier than finding a good taqueria. During a recent day trip to Philadelphia, I spent part of the afternoon exploring the Philadelphia Museum of Art, which is absolutely beautiful and worth wandering through for hours. After…

Two Great Breakfast Spots in Colonial Williamsburg

Breakfast has always been my favorite meal of the day, mostly because I’m completely obsessed with eggs. When my mom and I visited Colonial Williamsburg, we made sure to start each morning with a good breakfast before heading out to…

Colorful Churros at The Loop in Westminster California

While planning my trip to California, I kept seeing colorful churro photos pop up on Instagram from The Loop Handcrafted Churros. A few California food bloggers I follow seemed to visit regularly, and the photos alone were enough to make…