I read the email twice. It said “You will have a great time with Chef Simone, she is crazy fun.” That’s a lot to live up to (or down to, depending on how you define crazy). Our Chef, we learned, specializes in cooking with alcohol, flambé style. Whether she also cooks with alcohol IN her is …
Peruvian Cooking Class in Cusco Peru. Here’s what to expect. Today I had my first taste of guinea pig, and almost set myself on fire. Eating Guinea Pig in Peru The guinea pig, or “cuy” as it is known in Peru, wasn’t a surprise. I knew I was likely going to be presented with a …
Let me be controversial: Machu Picchu is not the most impressive place to visit in Peru. I spent four days hiking the Inca Trail hike to the lost city of the Incas, and I can absolutely recommend the experience. But in the end, some of the most remarkable sights in the area were on the streets and the surrounding …
Just like many cities, there are several versions of Lima that you can experience. There is Lima during the day, with all of its historic sites, shops and restaurants. Then there is Lima at night, when the music gets a little louder, crowds of locals get a little thicker and the smell of street food …
Discovering Lima Peru When we told people that we planned to spend a month in Lima, Peru, we got more than a few raised eyebrows. The same was true when we first arrived and mentioned to some locals that we planned to visit for a month. A month? Many people look at Lima as a place …
We weren’t sure what to expect when our Lima Bike Tour began. Our guide, Ytalo, stretched out his arms, gesturing at the view for the small group of us. “They call it Lima the gray, or Lima the ugly. It’s always overcast here, but it never rains.” This statement was an introduction to a guided …
During an extended stay in Colombia we decided to stop by for a few days in the costal city of Cartagena. After spending a few weeks in Medellin, we were ready for some beach time. Turns out, there are plenty of things to do in Cartagena, and many reasons people love vacationing here. We put …
Paragliding in Medellin was one of the most memorable adventures from our trip. Me for jumping off the cliff, and my wife Jen, very memorably praying for my safe return to the ground. Medellin, Colombia generally isn’t known as an adrenaline sports haven (unless you count taking the public bus on busy streets). There is …
Parque Ecoturistico El Salado is a lesser known park in Medellin, Colombia — so much so that during our day trip there we only saw a handful of other people wandering around. With what we found when we got there it was hard to figure out why. The park isn’t difficult to get to. Take …
Here’s a short-list of things to do in Medellin, Colombia. You could accomplish the whole list in day if you apply yourself. Better yet take a few days and enjoy your time here. There is plenty to savor in this city with a fascinating past and a bright future. Take a free walking tour. This …