Travel Stories
Food stories from Lynn's travels.
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It’s June, and I’m Hungry for Hungary
In June 1992, we spent part of our honeymoon in Hungary. The romance and warm early summer in Budapest might have enhanced the flavor of the food, and some three decades later, I still remember it well. Of course, I…
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Discovering the Chop Cheese Sandwich
Last week, while on a walking tour featuring the food of lower Harlem, I came across a new taste sensation: chop cheese sandwiches, also known as chopped cheese. It’s a combination of ground beef with onions, topped with melted American…
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Eat Like a Canadian
One of the best parts of traveling is the ability to sample what the locals eat. On a recent trip to Montreal, I had a chance to try some foods that were new to me. There is plenty of French…
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The Deep-Fried Delights of Summer
This is the time of year for fried taste sensations. I’m not talking about fish and chips, corn dogs, or Korean fried chicken. No, I’m talking about the carnival kind of treats of midsummer, when at certain sites like state…
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Sharing Your Vacation with a Dinner Menu
Call me a fuddy-duddy, but I don’t get the appeal of text-sharing photos of vacation meals. And it doesn’t get any better as a selfie of you leaning over your plate. What about instead bringing your vacation home with a…
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Farmboy’s Food (Hall) Fantasy of the Future
From your email, please click on the title to view the photos and comment online. On the Website, you can read past blogs, search for recipes, and browse. Wouldn’t it be great if you could find an eating establishment…
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New Bedford and Its Heritage of Portuguese Cuisine
From your email, please click on the title to view the photos and comment online. On a visit to New Bedford, Mass. this past week, I was able to partake of Portuguese cuisine. It brought to mind a trip to…
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International Inspirations in New York City
From your email, please click on the title to view the photos and comment online. We’ve just returned from a visit to New York City, and one of the things I love about these trips is the ability to find…
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Sandwich Sensation: The Halifax Donair
On vacation in New Hampshire last week, I had the opportunity to experience the official food of Halifax, Nova Scotia. What I like about this discovery is that it clearly illustrates how humans adopt and adapt food traditions from other…
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Calling All Nonnas – to the Kitchen
A feature story in the Washington Post this week about a Staten Island restaurant made me smile because it reminded me about the main traditions that drive what we eat. This popular eatery – reservations must be made several weeks…
