Cheese from Serra da Canastra
“Old-Folk” Wisdom: Artisan Cheese and Cheese Bread

“Since childhood I have been in love with the Brazilian folk culture of Minas Gerais: the greengrocers selling cornbread, squished cookies, maze porridge with thin slices of fresh, white artisan cheese, pão-de-queijo (cheese bread), with the smell of the jungle…

Healthy Travels: Maui

Our Adventuresome Travels to Maui In December of 2007, my husband and I went to Maui to celebrate our 20th anniversary. It was an unexpected trip for me, given that he planned it all out as a surprise, knowing that…

Take a Hike
Keep on Moving: Take A Hike

WHAT TO BRING ON YOUR HIKE Comfortable shoes: Although special hiking boots or shoes are a nice commodity, any pair of walking or running shoes will suffice to go on a hiking trail, especially ones with heel support. Most…