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Hudson River Valley Escape

May 2, 2016 Ester I. Harrison

During our New York City tour, we had an awesome time eating and seeing so many great things. I love cities more than anything. However, after a while Matt gets a little tired of the concrete jungle. So we decided to take a mini-break to the Hudson River Valley.

I've been dying to visit this area since I first started studying early American Art and the Hudson River School. I could stare at a Thomas Cole painting for hours. So off we ventured in the rainy weather and our Mini-Cooper (car rental win!) along the winding roads of the Hudson River Valley. We began our journey in Madison, New Jersey and drove Northeast on I-87 to Beacon.

Southern Hospitality meets the Tri-State Area

April 11, 2016 Ester I. Harrison

I love the Northeast. There is something about all the history, culture, and architecture that has always made me feel at home. I also appreciate the fact that I can usually get my fill of sights, sounds and tastes when I am there.

Last Fall, Matt and I had planned to surprise a friend in New York for his birthday. But, with all the chaos of his accident and the knowingly frigid temperature in December, we rescheduled for this Spring. We are lucky to have a ton of friends and some family in and around New York City, so staying there is always a bit more interesting and easier on the budget.

Please enjoy musings about life and food, the occasional cultural experience, and some recipes.