I don’t eat pickles, mustard, clams, avocados, guacamole, veal, relish or salsa. I will not eat raw onions under any circumstances. I do not drink beer or cider. Honey mustard, cottage cheese and sour cream are on my no-can-do list.… read more
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Don’t Deny Thy Love of Pomegranates!
This bright red fruit had its own little cameo in “Romeo and Juliet,” (Act 3, Scene 5, in case you were wondering), and unlike some of its cast mates, it has lived a long and fruitful life. In fact, pomegranates… read more
James Bates: From Athlete to Artist
[Originally published in 2016] When you have spent the majority of your youth on the football field, the thought of venturing out into a new field can be somewhat of a daunting move, but James Bates did just that. From athlete to artist,… read more
5 Local Travelers and Their Adventures
Travelers travel for a number of different reasons. It might be for work purposes, vacation, visiting extended family or just fulfilling a need that can’t be explained. Going beyond our comfort zone is a pretty amazing and exciting experience and… read more
How is Food Tourism Changing the Traveling Game?
Everyone knows that New Orleans is famous for the beignets and Italy is where to go to get the best traditional Margarita pizza, but who knows that the banista— a phyllo dough pastry filled with layers of egg and sirene… read more
9 Travel Books To Help You Plan The Perfect Vacation
Before the days in which accessibility existed, travelers relied heavily on maps and books to help them plan the perfect vacation. While the days of taking a road trip have gotten much easier with navigation systems in the tips of… read more
Modern Day Stress vs. Meditation
In today’s modern world, the phrase “free time” has become the laughing stock of the English language. How could someone possibly have a free minute to spare when everyday life revolves around kids, technology, school, work and other like-minded activities? The irony of it all is… read more
Ask The Veterinarian
Dr. Brian Harris graduated from the University of Florida, College of Veterinary Medicine in 2008. He is currently practicing at Millhopper Veterinary Medical Center. What vaccines should my pet receive? Vaccinations are a vital component in our pet’s wellness and… read more
Keep Your Pets Healthy by Preventing Worms
The saying goes that the early bird gets the worm, but worms can actually be very bad for all of our pets, and not just dogs and cats. Worms can also affect reptiles, hamsters and birds. But what are worms… read more
Learn More About Pineapple
This juicy, subtly tangy and ever so sweet fruit has the honor of being the international symbol of hospitality since the colonial days. Aside from welcoming visitors at your door, pineapples are also overflowing with health benefits and vitamins. One… read more
