Retiring in some exotic locales can be cheaper than in the U.S. I’m not even close to retiring, but reading this makes me want to! Continue reading
British Women Politely Laugh Every Time Americans Wear These 4 Items
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Well now we know. Source: British Women Politely Laugh Every Time Americans Wear These 4 Items Continue reading
20 Cheeky Gifts Every Royal Family Fanatic Will Love
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It's never too early to start your holiday shopping ..... When it comes to finding a special something for your friend who studied abroad in London or your sister who made you tune in to the Royal Wedding, look no further than these British-inspired gifts. Source: 20 Cheeky Gifts Continue reading
In Photos: Queen Elizabeth Through the Years
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A look back at iconic moments from her life. Source: In Photos: Queen Elizabeth Through the Years Continue reading
Tips for Traveling Abroad – 12 Things Americans Do Wrong
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In the US, standing out from the crowd is often applauded for it shows personality and originality. However, for Americans abroad, standing out from the locals can leave you a target for scrutiny, contempt, disgust, or worse, danger. Traveling to a different county this year? Here's what not to Continue reading
19 October 2014 
Paris Adventure – The Louvre
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Bonjour from Paris! We arrived in Paris at 8:30am local time and had intended to hit the ground running. Instead, the lack of sleep on the flight quickly caught up with us, leading to two bleary-eyed travelers shuffling their way through the city to reach the St. Germain Hotel, in the heart of St. Continue reading
5 October 2014 
Chicago Gourmet 2014 Celebrity Chefs
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Chicago Gourmet 2014 - a celebration of gourmet food and fine - featured many local celebrity Chefs, including Rick Bayless, Stephanie Izard, and Jimmy Banos. What I especially liked about this year's event, was that the celebrity Chefs were front and center at the event, giving food Continue reading
16 May 2014 
Mother’s Day Macarons
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While in downtown Chicago this weekend celebrating Mother's Day, I happened upon one of my favorite French pastry shops outside of France - Vanille Patisserie. (By the way, this charming little shop is a MUST if you enjoy a little taste of French heaven in the Windy City.) While I debated the Continue reading
3 October 2013 
Fall in Chicago
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As I was running to catch my train in downtown Chicago today, I came upon a strange but interesting site in Dailey Plaza.....a fountain with orange water spouting out and dark orange pool water at the bottom. I've passed by this fountain many times and know that it is not a regular Continue reading
3 June 2013 
Queen Celebrates 60 years on British Throne
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(photo source) This week, Queen Elizabeth II celebrates her 60-year reign as Monarch of England. On June 2, 1953, her majesty was officially crowned with the highest ranking royal title, although she had been seen as Queen more than a year earlier at the age of 25, just months after her father Continue reading
13 June 2011 
French Women Add Wine for Romance
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What is a French woman's secret to romance? Add a little wine to the mix. In a recent poll of 10,500 women in five countries, 50% of French women said that wine is an important part of the dating ritual. The survey was conducted in France, the UK, Hong Kong, German, and the US in advance of Continue reading
19 May 2011 
A Bistro Chic Star is Born
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For those of you who do not know, this Bistro Chic's day job sometimes requires her to be behind the camera - a video camera - directing/producing videos. Hence the reason I travel as much as I do. Last week, during yet another cross country video shoot in Denver, my role as producer changed. This Continue reading
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