Posts by: Alicia Vandeweghe

Christkindlmark Christmas Market Germany Munich

Five Things to Love about the Christmas Market in Germany

Alicia Vandeweghe HOME December 20, 2021

The Christmas season is one of the best times to visit Germany. It’s when the Christkindlmarkt (Christmas Market) is in full swing – a must do on any traveller’s bucket list. They are easy to find as most are located in the centres of major cities. They usually coincide with Advent as the German word literally translates to Christ Child Market. Munich and Nuremberg were my favourites, as these markets stayed true to Bavarian tradition.

Here are 5 things about the German Christkindlmarkt that are unique from other countries — and that we love about it!
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What It’s Like to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland

Alicia Vandeweghe HOME March 9, 2021

Wondering how St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland is celebrated? Here’s what you need to know before you go to the St. Patrick’s Day parade in Dublin. Continue Reading →

Traditional Italian Dish, Cioppino - a traditional San Francisco dish

West Coast Walkabout in the City of Lights: San Francisco, California

Alicia Vandeweghe HOME September 16, 2014

San Francisco is a charming city offering delicious food and drink and a variety of activities for anyone to enjoy. The usual suspects like the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, and Haight-Ashbury are what first spring to mind for most West Coast-bound tourists. But after you’ve seen the bridge and been squicked-out at prison, take a day to explore the local delights and get to know the original home of the streetcar just a little better. Continue Reading →

Green Cuisine in the Adirondacks, New York

Alicia Vandeweghe HOME August 6, 2014

Sorry, Vermont. You’re not the only tree-loving hippie in the hood anymore. The Adirondacks in Upstate New York is quickly becoming a haven for foodies who want to eat and travel greener. Craft beverages and organic, sustainable and market fresh cuisine dominate many of the region’s menus. Here are some of our favourite farm-to-fork foodie experiences. Continue Reading →

The Getaway: Exploring the Adirondacks, New York

Alicia Vandeweghe HOME June 30, 2014

(Above: Photo courtesy of Visit Adirondacks) Tired of sitting in endless traffic to get north for the weekend? Here’s a suggestion: go southeast to the “other Muskoka” – the Adirondacks. Only a five hour drive from Toronto and two hours from Montreal, The Adirondacks of Northern New York offers a great getaway option for city … Continue Reading →

Where to Eat: Weslodge Saloon, Toronto

Alicia Vandeweghe HOME June 19, 2014

Giddy-up, barbeque lovers! It’s time to mosey on over to the Weslodge Saloon on Toronto’s West side, to feast on premium grilled meats. Yee-haw! Okay, calm down. In case you haven’t heard, Weslodge bills itself as a “casually refined modern saloon” located on trendy King Street West. The dining room is tastefully adorned with rustic … Continue Reading →

In Search of an Epic Meal Abroad? Try Dining with the Locals

Alicia Vandeweghe HOME May 27, 2014

What was my best meal in Spain? Believe it or not, it wasn’t a trendy tapas bar or a five-star swanky restaurant. Our epic dinner was cooked and served in someone’s home. How did that happen? While travelling in Spain, I visited my friend Anna and her family in Manlleu, a small town easily accessed … Continue Reading →

A Taste of Argentina at iYellow Wine School, Toronto

Alicia Vandeweghe DRINK January 22, 2014

As a self-described wino, I jumped at the chance to participate in the iYellow Wines of Argentina wine school. In case you haven’t heard, Toronto Life recently included iYellow Wine School in their “The Best of the City” series. But what isn’t publicized is that iYellow avoids all the usual wine snobbery in their classes. Owner Angela Aiello emphasizes that “no … Continue Reading →