“We have to talk about liberating minds as well as liberating society.” — Angela Davis In December, my husband and I went on our annual …
Travel
Julia Child’s Kitchen: Visiting the Workspace of a Legend
The Smithsonian National Museum of American History has an exhibit titled Food: Transforming the American Table. It is all about the history of food in …
Visiting the National Gallery: Dorothea Lange, Seeing People Exhibit
Who are your favorite artists? When it comes to favorite artists, I can’t just choose a handful. I have a top 30 or more. But, …
Fabric Shopping in Brooklyn
In the beginning of April, I went back to my hometown of Brooklyn, New York to visit family and friends. As much as I miss …
Williamsburg Tea & Spice Exchange Haul
I’m obsessed with seasoning blends. The worst thing I can do to my bank account is step into a spice store! During my Colonial Williamsburg …
Colonial Williamsburg Part 5: Tarpley, Thompson & Company Haul
In August, me and my friend Chy visited Tarpley, Thompson, & Company while exploring Colonial Williamsburg in Virginia. Tarpley, Thompson, & Company is a quaintly …
Colonial Williamsburg Part 4: Josiah Chowning’s Tavern
Chy and I stopped at Josiah Chowning’s Tavern for lunch. The Colonial-inspired pub brings you back in time with its “authentic alehouse atmosphere” and choice …
Colonial Williamsburg Part 3: The Governor’s Palace Kitchen
While exploring the Governor’s Palace courtyard, Chy and I smelled the aroma of freshly roasted chicken, perfumed herbs, and something sweet. We came across the …
Colonial Williamsburg Part 2: The Governor’s Palace
Our first official tour began in the Governor’s Palace. The original palace was built in 1706 in Williamsburg, Virginia, and destroyed in 1781. It was …
Colonial Williamsburg Part 1: A First-Timer’s Guide
One of my favorite things to do include visiting museums. I finally visited one of the most well-known museums in Hampton Roads: Colonial Williamsburg. Colonial …