The Decision to Road trip

In Autumn 2015, my husband, Scott, and I decided to take a two-week road trip to explore the East Coast of Canada. It’s always exciting to explore far off places, but it’s also fun to discover a whole new side of your own country. Canada is such a diverse country, boasting many different climates, terrain, and natural…

Paradise found in Positano, Italy

The Amalfi Coast of Italy is arguably one of the most beautiful coastline’s in the world. It’s a beautiful stretch of ocean cliffs where picturesque small towns are connected by a winding road that carves and weaves above the sparkling and yacht-dotted Tyrrhenian Sea. One of the most popular and well known towns on the Amalfi…

Roaming the ruins of Pompeii, Italy

On our way from Rome to the Amalfi coast, we decided to stop and visit the ancient ruins of Pompeii. Pompeii is a vast archaeological site in southern Italy close to the city of Naples. Once a thriving and sophisticated Roman city, Pompeii, and all its inhabitants, were suddenly and tragically buried in meters of ash after the catastrophic eruption…

Discovering Rome, Italy

The historical centre of the city of Rome is ancient, beautiful and impressive. Like most first time visitors to Rome, I couldn’t wait to explore the city, and check long-standing items off my bucket list like marveling in the shadow of the Colosseum, wandering through the Roman Forum, and sitting upon the Spanish Steps. I was…

Windsor Castle, Bath & Stonehenge with Viator Tours

During our time in London, we wanted to leave the city to experience some of the historical sights throughout Southern England. After a little research, we found a tour with Viator Tours that would allow us to experience Windsor Castle, the historical city of Bath, and Stonehenge all in one day. Although the tour schedule…

Farmhouse Tavern

Brunch at Farmhouse Tavern

Farmhouse Tavern is easily one of the most decadent, and delicious brunch spots in Toronto. Located on Dupont Street in the Junction Triangle, Farmhouse Tavern is where country farmhouse life meets the Toronto city hipster.  It’s a charming spot bursting with country character and serving local farm-driven food, Ontario craft beer and Ontario VQA wines.…

Florence, Italy

There’s something about Florence. Maybe it’s the wine, or the architecture, or all the beautiful, supple leather goods that can be seen through the windows as you walk the streets. It might be the fact that it’s the birthplace of the Renaissance, and is bursting with art, culture, and seemingly unchanged streets that make you…