Fruit picked from the tree, vegetables pulled from the ground, fish, uhh… fished from the ocean — the truth is, I never had a more well-rounded diet than when I lived in Martinique. Food in Martinique is its own thing, a rich mélange of West African, French, Indigenous, and South Asian flavours, foodstuffs, and cooking styles.…
10 of the Best Local Foods in Martinique & Where to Eat Them!
8 London Apps You Must Download Before You Visit
Travellers often complain that London is so hard to get to know. Believe me, I’m with them on that! The place is so big you’ll find that even seasoned expats only know their own little corners of the city [big ups North London!]. But with a bit of research and a few [or all!] of these…
101 Things I’ve Been Doing Instead of Writing on this Blog
It’s been a busy challenging few months. I haven’t written anything for this blog since December and truth be told, I’ve been feeling less than inspired to write in general. I’m coming to the end of my master’s degree and starting over putting the finishing touches on my thesis. In any case, change is in…
Travelling to Tibet
For those seeking an extraordinary and unforgettable travel experience, Tibet may be just the ticket for you. It is a country well known for its spirituality and stunning Himalayan topography. When people think of Tibet, the first image that comes to mind is snow-covered mountains and traditional Buddhist monks. Tibet conjures an image of history,…
3 Tips for Seeing the City When Traveling to Anaheim for a Conference
Some people dread their industry’s annual meeting, conference, or convention, but I don’t. In fact, I live for them. They offer excellent opportunities to catch up with colleagues, hear interesting presentations and relevant gossip, and meet new people. On top of that, annual meetings mean the chance to travel. From Ottawa to London and Cleveland…
Travelling While Black is a Radical Act
A good friend of mine is studying to be a lawyer. I said to her yesterday that I was surprised she’s going in such a ‘corporate’ direction — not because she shouldn’t be, but because her side projects are strongly oriented towards social justice in the Black and Indigenous communities. I just assumed her decision…
4 Activities You’ll Love in Seoul
A quick Google search will tell you that eating and shopping are two of the most popular activities for holidaymakers in Seoul, but these activities won’t help you get under the skin of the city. If you want to understand the culture, learn more about its rich history, and experience the luscious landscape, look no…
How to Eat Your Way Through Abu Dhabi
Guess what? I’m learning Arabic! Not surprisingly, a lot of the words I’ve been adding to my vocabulary involve food, including moussaka, khobz, and tagine. I can’t wait to put my studies into practice. One culinary giant you shouldn’t miss is Abu Dhabi. This cosmopolitan city is a place where you can eat your way…
11+ Clichés About the Caribbean I’m Sick of Reading
“To me the Caribbean was a bag of clichés of rasta locked, ganja smoking, reggae listening chillers who live on palm filled islands surrounded by clear blue water whilst swigging rum. I had no idea how right I was.” — Caribbean Paradise: Cuba Libres, coconuts and confirming clichés on Little Corn [instagram url=”https://www.instagram.com/p/BJAatnwgj4h/” width=”500″] I…
The 8 Best Things I Ate in Jamaica
[instagram url=”https://www.instagram.com/p/BJyehdbAENq/” hidecaption=”true” width=”500″] While I was in Jamaica I ate all the food. Seriously, just ask my jeans. Not a day went by where my partner and I didn’t have brief tummy rumblings from some oily or spicy dish we consumed. (Jamaica, I love you but can we please start eating more veggies?…