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    Learning the Art of Fresh Pasta

    June 14, 2026 / No Comments

    Two weekends ago, I found myself recreating the cinnamon rolls that had become one of my favorite food memories from Iceland. This time, my culinary travels took me much closer to home. As I continue exploring the “Tasted” side of Tasted…

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    Iceland at Home: Brauð & Co Cinnamon Rolls

    May 31, 2026 / No Comments

    As I settled in for a weekend of watching the French Open, my original plan was to finally tackle a baking project that’s been on my list since returning from France in 2024: Canelés de Bordeaux. The copper molds I brought…

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    A Food Lover’s Guide to Virgin Voyages Dining

    March 19, 2026 / No Comments

    Cruise food rarely lingers in your memory. After years spent traveling and chasing great meals around the world, cruise dining usually falls into a predictable category: big buffets, crowded dining rooms, and food designed to feed thousands of people quickly rather…

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    One Week Later: Southern Caribbean Ports with Virgin Voyages

    February 16, 2026 / No Comments

    It has been one week since returning home from this Southern Caribbean cruise with Virgin Voyages, and the perspective that comes with a little distance has only deepened my appreciation for it. This trip kicked off the “2026 Travel Season” that…

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    🇫🇷 When Paris Plans Fall Through… I Make Julia Child’s Beef Bourguignon

    November 16, 2025 / No Comments

    This Thanksgiving was supposed to look very different for us. My son and I had planned a quick trip to Paris — built entirely around seeing his favorite band play there — and we added a day trip to Normandy so…

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    Visiting Mont Saint-Michel and the Normandy Beaches: A 4-Day Normandy Itinerary

    October 2, 2025 / No Comments

    My bucket list trip through France unfolded in chapters: two days at the French Open in Paris (my second time at Roland Garros!), then four unforgettable days in Normandy before heading south to the Amalfi Coast. Normandy offered a balance of…

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    Norway by Sea: Bergen, Geiranger, and Alesund

    September 17, 2025 / No Comments

    If you’ve been following along on our journey, you’ll notice these posts are a little out of order. Our Norway travel adventure actually happened between our time in Rome and Iceland, but it deserves its own spotlight. We spent several days…

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  • Destinations,  Food and Flavors,  Travel

    The Amalfi Coast: Sun, Sea & A Taste of Heaven

    September 12, 2025 / No Comments

    If there’s one destination that feels like a dream brought to life, it’s Italy’s Amalfi Coast. With its pastel-colored villages clinging to cliffs, winding coastal roads, and flavors that linger long after the last bite, this trip was nothing short of…

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  • Destinations,  Food and Flavors,  Travel

    Iceland by Sea: A Summer of Fire, Ice & Roman Beginnings

    September 10, 2025 / No Comments

    This summer’s travels took us on a journey I’ll never forget — sailing around Iceland, with a short but memorable pre-cruise stay in Rome. I typically shy away from cruises because I much prefer to set my own schedule and go…

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Born in Puerto Rico, rooted in Indiana, and always chasing flavors and stories around the globe. I’ve journeyed to 29 countries (so far!) in search of local food, culture, and connection. Empty-nester life means more time for travel, cooking, and sharing it all here on Tasted & Traveled.

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