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Spiced Drinks from Around the World: from Chai to Glühwein

As the air turns crisp and cozy evenings call for something warm in hand, spiced drinks from around the world take the spotlight. From fragrant Indian chai to European mulled wine and Latin American hot chocolate, every culture has found a way to wrap warmth and spice into a comforting […]

10 Places to Celebrate Halloween in San Francisco (2025 Guide)

Planning a spooky-sweet Halloween in the city? From immersive haunts in a historic mint to family festivals and cult-classic films, Halloween in San Francisco delivers thrills for every vibe—families, date nights, and late-night creatures of the night. Here are 10 great ways to celebrate Halloween in San Francisco this year. […]

A Kid-friendly Travel Guide to Oahu, Hawaii

After so many visits, Oahu, Hawaii, has become a place that feels like home. With its year-round perfect weather and breathtaking beauty, we’ve enjoyed every moment here—first as a couple and now with our son. And maybe that’s why I keep dreaming about moving here someday! Why Oahu is […]

Fall Sangria Recipe with White Wine and Apple Cider

Fall Sangria Recipe is one of my favorite recipes for a cozy fall evening with friends! As the leaves begin changing and the apples start ripening, I’m looking for a drink that embraces all the fall flavors. And this is Fall Sangria, the perfect drink for fall get-togethers or just […]

Best Places to visit in Europe in Fall (2025 Travel Guide)

Best places to visit in Europe in the fall include fairytale cities, charming medieval towns, and breathtaking natural landscapes. Traveling during autumn means enjoying mild weather, golden foliage, fewer crowds, and better prices. I’ve always thought fall is the ideal season for wandering through museums, lingering in cozy cafés, and […]

The History of Swedish Princess Cake, one of the world’s most popular cakes

The Swedish Princess Cake, known in Swedish as Prinsesstårta, is a traditional dessert that has become synonymous with Swedish culture and festivities. This iconic cake, easily recognizable by its bright green marzipan covering and powdered sugar crown, is a delightful […]

How to dye Easter Eggs with Whipped Cream

Easter is on its way, and this year, I wanted to try a new alternative to dying the Easter Eggs that would be fun for kids, too. I have read about how to dye the Easter Eggs with Whipped Cream, […]

Swedish Princess Cake Recipe

The Swedish Princess Cake Recipe is one of my favorite cake recipes! I love the combination of vanilla custard, strawberries, and marzipan so much! It’s a festive cake and it takes some time to bake, but the result is fantastic! […]

Finnish Salmon Soup (Lohikeitto)

When it’s getting cold outside, this Finnish Salmon Soup is one of my favorite dishes for dinner. It’s a healthy and nutritious comfort food made with salmon, vegetables, and lots of dill, exactly what I need on a foggy and […]

The giant Gingerbread House at Fairmont Hotel: A San Francisco tradition

The Gingerbread House at the Fairmont Hotel in San Francisco is an iconic holiday tradition, dating back to 1995. The construction is a life-sized gingerbread house that measures around 25 feet high and 35 feet wide and can be visited […]

10 Holiday Activities to Enjoy this Winter in San Francisco

With the last pumpkin put down from the porch and the last witch sent to sleep in the decorations box until next year, the festive season is about to start. And in San Francisco, it begins somewhere around November 1st. […]

Pumpkin Malasadas at Leonard's Bakery Oahu

What I loved eating in Oahu, Hawaii

This was our 4th time visiting the island of Oahu in Hawaii! And maybe some of you are wondering why we’re not visiting the other islands, too. Well, we will do that at some point, of course. But we love […]

Romanian Apple Pie Recipe (Placinta cu mere)

In my family, apple pie (“Placinta cu mere”) was a grandma’s dessert specialty. I don’t even remember eating the traditional apple pie on another occasion other than when my grandmother (mamaie) would bake it on a fall day after she […]

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