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Dorie Greenspan’s Lisbon Chocolate Cake

Dorie Greenspan’s Lisbon Chocolate Cake

A Visit to Portugal leads to a craving for Lisbon Chocolate Cake This cake is all about chocolate. The cake is brownie-like. There’s a layer of chocolate cream. And finally, a shower of cocoa adds even more chocolate flavor. But first, a tale of how…

My latest article on Viking River’s newest Douro River Cruiseship has just been published…Enjoy!

My latest article on Viking River’s newest Douro River Cruiseship has just been published…Enjoy!

Sailing The Douro On Viking’s Newest ‘Baby’ Longship, Viking Helgrim August 4, 2019 By Guest Post Leave a Comment Guest post by Monte Mathews The Douro, The River of Gold, is Portugal’s gift to river cruising. Viking Cruises is bringing its formula of absolutely top-notch…

Day Two. The Maiden Voyage continues….and we’re not even at sea yet!

Sintra’s Palaces, Lisbon by Beetle and us. The Rossio Restaurant atop Altis Avenida          Day Two dawned with a blue sky and Spring temperatures.  Breakfast at the Altis Avenida takes place in a stylish roost on the 7th floor of the hotel.   Considering that it’s…

Day One: The Maiden Voyage of Viking Sea begins…

         I was thrilled to be invited to participate in the Maiden Voyage of Viking Sea, sister ship to Viking Star, Viking Cruises ocean-going liners that have set a new standard in affordable luxury since their inception last year.   I was even more delighted when…