Of all the stupid things I have ever done, this takes the cake. I was on my computer, as many of us are first thing in the morning, when I was writing about world peace, an alternative fuel source for the world or something very close to that, when the clock struck 11:00. I had been sitting…
No they poo on the Alaskan Highway! He rode 4,200 km, starting from our home in beautiful White Rock, British Columbia, Canada. It was lightly raining when the men left from the street down below the window of our temporary townhouse….
Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tours are in every major city and Budapest has a few different companies doing it, but Big Bus has a few perks the others don’t have. Big Bus has more departures leaving every 30 minutes, even in the winter when most other companies cut back staff and finish tours early. Big Bug also…
‘Tis the season once again, everyone is full of cheer, peace on earth good will to man, and shop until you drop at the Christmas fair. The Christmas lights are being hung with care, the pine trees placed along the roads and the storefronts are…
Maybe you remember the final scene of our episode, Lucky in the Languedoc, for House Hunters International, where Alfonz and I discussed over wine which house to purchase in Capestang. It was at La Chateau Des Carrasses that Alfonz and I made the biggest decision of our life, to buy a house in Capestang. Today…
When my kids have play dates over at our house, the neighbourhood children know that there is a huge amount of uneaten Easter candy in a jar above the sink. Daniel and Angelina are only allowed a limited amount of sweets each…
Bonne et Heureuse Année Capestang. Voici la recette de ma grand-mère pour la soupe <<Goulasch Hongrois Traditionnel.>> Nous commençons avec un ragout traditional de viande hongroise. Vous ajoutez ensuite du bouillon et des legumes comme pour preparer une soupe. Traditionnellement à la maison, j’utilise un mélange de porc et de veau,mais ici en France je préfère…
After a misunderstanding with our property manager as to when our next guests arrive at our Budapest rental apartment, we find ourselves at the Stáció Wellness Centre for one night and a dreamy half-day! Budapest Airport Hotel Stáció Wellness & Conference has an indoor pool, a steam room, and a sauna. It has complimentary wireless and wired high-speed Internet access. Dining options at…
The weather forecast for these two up and coming weeks are rain with more rain with a chance of scattered showers. Monday – Wednesday Vancouver breaking news… Let’s start with something positive. Customer Service in Canada, I love it! They are so nice in every store, so polite and genuine. Hello they say, always smiling at…
This Middle Eastern dish is rice cooked in bouillon, can be made with a variety of meats, done in one pot, and if done right, it can not only be tasty, but quick! The subtle saffron next to the sweet raisins and tart crisp red peppers is…