Corners of the Internet #13

WRITTEN BY Julie

What a week. Politics just won’t quit, and I open social media each morning with a little apprehension, hoping that another city hasn’t been impacted by hate and violence overnight. But here we are, back...

07.22.16

Underrated European Food Markets

WRITTEN BY Julie

We cannot overstate our love for, and reliance on, European food markets. We seek them out for people watching, beautiful food photos and when we just cannot agree on what to eat. When there are twenty-five vendors at...

07.20.16

15 Epic European Road Trips

WRITTEN BY Julie

The humble road trip. Childhood memories of riding backwards in the family station wagon, flat tires, and grocery store picnics at highway rest areas were the backbone of our summer holidays and we’re not alone. The...

07.12.16

A Different Kind of Walking Tour

WRITTEN BY Julie

Sometimes a name says it all. In online chatter about fun London tours, an irreverent walking tour kept showing up with the apt name, Bullshit London. I chuckled when I heard about it, and mentally added it to my...

Some of the tempting treats at afternoon tea at Fortnum and Mason

07.11.16

Afternoon Tea at Fortnum & Mason

WRITTEN BY Julie

I can’t believe it took this long to indulge in the Fortnum and Mason afternoon tea. There are a few things that are almost required for London visitors. Near the top of the list is an afternoon tea at one of the...

07.08.16

Corners of the Internet #12

WRITTEN BY Julie

Greetings from a newly independent Great Britain! Or something like that. Maybe. Once politicians sort out the trillions of details. Unless there is a re-vote (a rumor that I heard, but I have no idea if that’s...

07.01.16

London Bucket List: Summer Progress

WRITTEN BY Julie

Like a true Brit, I’m going to begin with the weather. This summer has been underwhelming here in the UK. As I write this, it is 13 degrees (55F). It’s July 1st. Last year on July 1st we had record high...

06.27.16

My Bristol Weekend: Brizzle in the Drizzle

WRITTEN BY Julie

I didn’t bring my umbrella. It’s worth mentioning this because my umbrella and I single-handedly control the weather in the UK. When I bring it with me, it doesn’t rain. When I don’t bring it, it always,...