Urlaub (Vacation) in Germany

In Germany, it’s common to take 4-6 weeks off during the summer, and close everything, including your business to go on vacation. As I was meandering through the streets of Berlin at the end of July, I noticed a rather cheery yellow sign plastered outside a shop...

A Dedication to Julia Child

The movie Julie and Julia was just on TV, and naturally, I sat down to watch for the 100th time.  Every single time, it gives me inspiration, makes me laugh, and reminds me that it’s never too late to pursue your passions. If she were alive today, she would have...
The Art of Setting the Table

The Art of Setting the Table

When I was planning a dinner party some time ago, I wanted to get my table setting just right. I know it probably didn’t matter to my guests, but it mattered to me. So of course, I turned to the omnipotent and omniscient Google and found a wealth of literature...