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Chocolate Raspberry Tart

Chocolate Raspberry Tart

A few weeks ago, as I was leaving my parents house after a family dinner, my sister forced me to take a container of raspberries. She’d recently gotten into acai bowls and had severely overestimated how many raspberries she would need. I generously agreed to 

Phi Phi Island Day Trip

Phi Phi Island Day Trip

Day Trip Tips It isn’t necessary to book day trips ahead of time. We were there at one of the busiest times of year and were still able to book a trip one day in advance. Booking once your there allows you to shop around 

Day Two in Bangkok: Temples

Day Two in Bangkok: Temples

Day Two Highlights The Blue Whale Cafe Wat Pho Wat Arun Le Du The Details We didn’t accomplish as much as we had planned to on day two, but that wasn’t surprising considering that it was New Year’s Day. After a late start we walked 

Day One in Bangkok: Chatuchak Weekend Market

Day One in Bangkok: Chatuchak Weekend Market

Day One Highlights Hotel breakfast Chatuchak Weekend Market Small’s Bar The Details We started the day with breakfast at the hotel restaurant, Above Riva. Located on the roof, the cozy, open air dining area has a wonderful view of the river and some of the 

Night One in Bangkok: Dinner Cruise

Night One in Bangkok: Dinner Cruise

Night One Highlights Riva Arun Hotel Supanniga Sunset Dinner Cruise The Details We arrived at Suvarnabhumi Airport mid-day on a Saturday in late December. Being that it was peak tourist time, between Christmas and New Year’s Eve, it took us quite a while to get