One of the things I found most interesting about Israel was the food. Every hotel MUST have Kosher options. Every single one. I certainly don’t know of a place anywhere else in the world where this is the case, do you? Can you imagine if every hotel in a certain country had to provide Vegan [...]
Not everyone loves road trips. I happen to NOT be one of them. I absolutely love them. The open road. The unexpected. The simple joys along the way that you miss if you fly into the metropolitan core of a city. And if you’re with a companion, there’s the reminiscing of prior years’ adventures and [...]
My December trip to Israel proved one thing: the Holy Land is no longer just a place to pray, but also a place to play! It was my first visit, and while I thoroughly enjoyed the wealth of history in Jerusalem and the trendy, hip, fun vibe of Tel Aviv, what captivated me most was [...]
I am so looking forward to meeting and interviewing one of Estonia’s most beloved chefs in Los Angeles next week! I will be with her as she shops for ingredients and prepares the food that will be served at the 2012 Taste Awards reception next Thursday. By special invitation, Chef Marika Blossfeldt, author of the [...]
I am rarely disappointed by 60 Minutes. In fact, I think it’s one of the few television news magazines that still exists which consistently delivers important, thorough, well-reported, relevant stories that matter. I DVR it every week and often don’t get a chance to watch for a week or two or more later, but I [...]
As we say goodbye to 2011 and hello to 2012, I am particularly grateful for having had a year full of blessings, joy, good times, a few bad ones, a whole lot of laughter, and of course countless adventures near and far! It was a year in which boundaries were broken, new friendships were made, [...]
My friends and I recently stumbled upon a true gem in Southern California. It’s called “California’s Secret Desert,” and I sure do hope it stays that way. We visited Borrego Springs after a weekend of wine tasting in Temecula, figuring that getting to this desert paradise in the middle of nowhere would a lot closer [...]
Two recent NYU film school graduates, Sarah Sellman and Greg Grano, set off on an adventure to test a simple concept: the kindness of strangers. In the summer of 2010, armed with nothing but their curiosity and a camera, Sarah and Greg traveled the country relying on the kindness of strangers for a home each [...]
This Spring, I took a trip to Alberta, Canada, where we explored the city of Calgary (including a preview of the famous Calgary Stampede), the gorgeous town of Banff, and the breathtaking beauty of Lake Louise. The expansive landscapes, grandiose mountains, crisp air, challenging hiking, horseback riding, vibrant wildlife, warm hospitality, and the most charming [...]
The Punch Picks for Holiday Movie and Book are out! Here’s why: Hugo: A Love Song to the Magic of Film It’s been a busy few months and while I love escaping into the world of film, I haven’t made the time to actually check any out in months! Until last night… I went with [...]
One of the reasons I love to travel is that we get to live in the present and explore a new place. It’s like being a kid again – curious about every aroma, every person, every taste, and anticipating what’s around every corner. This fall, I visited Spokane, Washington. A fan of the Pacific Northwest [...]
Wales quite simply captivated me on a recent trip there. I was amazed and exhilarated by all the adventure, beauty, and serenity the country has to offer. My coverage of the story was split up into three parts, each highlighting a different region of the country, activities to do, and places to stay: Part One: [...]
This fall, 65 artists and designers from the Canadian province of Quebec came to Los Angeles to present a unique program that would highlight their strength, innovation, and creativity. Events throughout the month included a film festival at the Egyptian Theatre, live music, a stand-up comedy evening, a fashion show at the Hollywood & Highland [...]
When my friend texted me earlier this week with the name of her restaurant suggestion for Friday night – Pace – I mistakenly called it “payce.” When I went to the website and saw “peace in the canyon,” I realized Pace was in fact the Italian word for peace – “pah-chey.” Four years of studying [...]
On Thursday November 10, The Asia Society of Southern California (in partnership with the Consulate-General of Japan) presented “Japan Rising: The Future of the World’s Third Largest Economic Power” at the California Science Centerin Los Angeles. The full-day conference focused on how the country of Japan is recovering eight months after the devastating earthquake and [...]
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