Author: Carmen

10 Things To Do During This Lockdown

10 Things To Do During This Lockdown

So, we’re in a lockdown, now what? I never thought I’d be writing that sentence, like, ever – but here we are. With COVID-19 spreading like wildfire across the globe, states across the US are issuing their own lockdowns and quarantine procedures, some stricter than others. We’re currently Under Full […]

Under Full Lockdown in Puerto Rico

Under Full Lockdown in Puerto Rico

We all thought 2020 was going to be our year – but a global pandemic thought otherwise. It’s already been a whirlwind of a year so far, and it’s only March. Sigh. As the world slowly figures out what the next days, weeks and months will hold for us – […]

We're Moving - Again!

We’re Moving – Again!

Yep, you read that right: We’re Moving – Again! Now, before a mass amount of questions start piling up, let me give you a bit of a backstory: When we came to Puerto Rico back in August 2019, we knew it would potentially become our new home. So, before heading […]

Mushroom Stroganoff

Mushroom Stroganoff

When I was little, my mother use to make beef stroganoff on really cold days when we lived in Saskatchewan. And in turn, the dish has always brought back memories of warmth, comfort and of my homeland, Canada. And although this isn’t the original beef stroganoff recipe, it’s nearly identical […]

Top Marks Café

Top Marks Café

Location: 7240 E Main St, Scottsdale, AZ 85251 Menu: European Price: $$ Top Marks Café holds a special place in my heart – for many reasons. For one, every time I think back to living in Scottsdale, I think about all the places that put a smile on my face; […]