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Paradise in Puerto de la Cruz

Sunday, May 31, 2015
Jet black sand juxtaposed with icy blue waters. Fog lingering over lush emerald hills. Candy colored buildings illuminated against gray skies. Palm trees dancing in the cool breeze. While Puerto de la Cruz may not follow the traditional definition of "paradise", its unique charms assert it as just that. Before we headed down to sunny Costa Adeje, our first stop in Tenerife was Puerto de...

Where to Eat in Madrid

Tuesday, May 26, 2015
For almost three years now, I've been exploring Madrid through my tastebuds and getting to know the city one bite at a time. Unsurprisingly, I've found that Madrid is truly a food lover's dream. Between the traditional tapas, fresh fusion dishes and vast array of international cuisine, Spain's capital is abounding with exceptional eateries. Since the only thing that makes me happier than trying...

A Sunny Escape to Costa Adeje, Tenerife

Monday, May 18, 2015
In the dreary depths of early spring, a healthy dose of Vitamin D was desperately needed. A tropical vacation was calling my name, and it would have been rude not to answer. In search of a sunny escape, I fled to Costa Adeje, Tenerife - a little piece of paradise in the Canary Islands. Not only was this beachy town the perfect place to defrost, but it was also the ideal spot to slow down and relax.  However,...

Eating Gluten-Free in the Canary Islands

Monday, May 11, 2015
"I'll have the croquetas", I crooned with a grin, relishing each syllable as it bounced off my tongue. I hadn't been able to utter that phrase in over five years. As I savored each word, I could taste the creamy béchamel sauce, the crispy shell crumbling into pieces on my plate, and the tiny bits of tuna melting in my mouth.  Since being diagnosed as a Celiac, I had surrendered to...