A FERRY FINE WAY TO SEA THE SIGHTS

PART 1: DUBLIN TO HOLYHEAD AND FISHGUARD TO ROSSLAREALL ABOARD: Stena Line's Nordica Irish Sea ferryThoroughly fed up with hanging around in airports and wondering if my bag would fit in the dreaded luggage frame, I decided for a change to check out four Stena Line routes: Dublin-Holyhead, Fishguard-Rosslare,...

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The Lockhart, Texas Barbecue Showdown

Served a beef rib and brisket at Black's BarbecueAs I mentioned before, Austin is not what I, as a California native and now a New York elitist, expected of the Texas experience. There were no big hats, pick-ups, rodeos or Southern drawls. Having lived in Austin for almost two years, my buddy with whom...

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Destination Austin: Torchy's Tacos

We've all heard the familiar story. A tremendously successful food truck upgrades to brick and mortar. Occasionally, as in the case of Torchy's Tacos in Austin, the little food truck that could expands around town and commands an eternally loyal following. I recall reading a list of top restaurants...

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Destination Austin: South Congress Cafe

Austin is an odd place. Having my fill of Brooklyn hipsters, I was somewhat dreading the people I'd meet in this Portland of the South. Yet, my expectations weren't met in the negative at all. Everyone has been exceedingly friendly and leading productive lives as contributing members of society. Also,...

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Ramen Infographic

Thanks to hackcollege.com for the following infographic!Created by: Hack Coll...

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