Exotic Eats: Germany
While we only spent three days in Munich for Oktoberfest, I did enough eating and drinking to go up a size in my dirndl. I had always heard about the delicious and prevalent beer at Oktoberfest, but I never knew that the food was so tasty. I am not sure if the food was so good because of all the beer I was consuming or if the dishes were simply the perfect compliment to the ambrosial ales. Whatever the reason, I was pleasantly surprised by the fantastic Bavarian cuisine.
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Exotic Eats: Switzerland
Switzerland: One country, three cultures
I never would have expected Switzerland to be one of the most diverse countries that I have visited. Plenty of cows? Yes. Efficiency? The best. Mountains? Of course. Chocolate? I hoped. But diversity was not rolling off my tongue…until our recent trip through this stunningly beautiful land. I was surprised to learn that in this small country the size of New Jersey , there are several official languages and three distinct cultures (German, French, and Italian). Discovering this cultural heterogeneity contributed towards making our two and a half weeks spent in Switzerland delightful and uniquely interesting.
Read MoreExotic Eats: Italy
For most of my “Exotic Eats” entries, I have focused my writing on one or two unique and memorable dishes that I encounter in a country or region. Unfortunately my recent tour through Northern Italy confirmed the rumor that the food in the south is better than the north. While I did have some delicious meals on our trip, there is not one dish that stands out. So instead, I have decided to compile a short list of things that my recent time in Italy has made me appreciate about Italian cuisine.
Read MoreGiving Back
A huge part of our journey is about giving back. While the personal travel is sure to dazzle, we are confident that it will be the volunteer experiences that will show us the most about the world and touch our souls. Read more...