It may be the driest desert in the world, but the Atacama Desert is full of spectacular landscapes and fascinating phenomena to see and experience.
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Passover 2015: A New Generation at the Seder Table
A new generation carries on the traditions of Passover (Pesach).
Read More »Theater Review (NYC): ‘Music Hall’ by Jean-Luc Lagarce, from TUTA Theatre Chicago
In this sharp, funny piece of meta-theater, an Artiste's dress and boa and bling add up to sadness more than glitter.
Read More »Interview: Ray Wylie Hubbard on His New Album, Writing with Brooks & Dunn’s Ronnie Dunn, and Craft and Inspiration
'I'm not really a full-tilt blues guy or a full-tilt folk guy or a full-tilt country guy or a full-tilt rock guy, I've been influenced by all those forms of music and I enjoy 'em all. So it's a good place for a songwriter to be, where you just don't have to think about the future of the song. I just write.'
Read More »Fondly Remembering Giving Up Things For Lent
Lent is something like a second chance at all those New Year’s resolutions.
Read More »Vino 2015: Walk Around Tasting Highlights, Stefania Pepe
Following the typical Slow Wine categorization, Biodynamic wines may not have an organic certification, but they follow the principles of adhering to rigorous agricultural standards.
Read More »SXSW Film Reviews: ‘The Diabolical’ and ‘Roar’ – Learning from Mistakes with Tipi Hedren and Ali Larter
Film fans and writers we can learn something from other people’s mistakes, for example, the SXSW screenings of 'The Diabolical' and 'Roar.'
Read More »SXSW – Summing Up
SXSW consists of over 3000 events, including 150 movies. I didn't quite make it to all of them.
Read More »10 Uncommon, Must-Travel Destinations in Europe
The sophisticated culture and rich history make Europe a prime location for an exciting getaway filled with lots to see and do.
Read More »Vino 2015: Walk Around Tasting Highlights, Cantine Lizzano
Italian pairings of food and wines are ancient, ineffable, and lasting unities. That is one reason why tourists love to go to Italy.
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