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🍔 Louis’ Lunch, New Haven: The Original Burger With Rules of Its Own
No ketchup. No mustard. No buns. And 33 minutes to serve a burger! Our latest visit to Louis’ Lunch in New Haven was a hilarious mix of culinary history, charming stubbornness, good-but-salty beef, and unforgettable ritual. FunFood Index™: 7.25/10.
🌺 Why I Miss Hawaii: 13,803 Feet, Giant Sea Turtles & Terrifying Coastal Drives
🌺 Some destinations are unforgettable. Hawaii is one of them. From the extraordinary stars above Maunakea to a magical encounter with a giant sea turtle, Waikiki sunsets, and Maui's hair-raising coastal roads, I revisit three Hawaiian islands that stole my heart. And there's still Kauai to discover. FunTrip Index™: 10.1/10.
🍕 Frank Pepe Pizzeria Review: America's Best Pizza? What to Order & What to Skip
After four decades and more than 100 visits, I'm still discovering reasons to love Frank Pepe's New Haven apizza. This time: a spectacular shrimp white pizza, crispy coal-fired crust, and a birthday surprise.
🥪 Katz's Deli in Woodbridge, CT: Why I Prefer It to NYC's Famous Katz's
Two Katz's Delis. Two states. No affiliation. And a surprising verdict: I prefer the one in Connecticut! 🥪 From an addictive Pastrami Rachel and delicious matzo ball soup to potato knishes, blintzes, and wonderfully relaxed service, Katz's Deli in Woodbridge delivers a terrific Jewish deli experience without Manhattan's tourist frenzy. FunTrip Index™: 8.25/10. And yes, Langer's in LA still reigns supreme!
🌋 Naples Unfiltered: Pizza, Caravaggio, America's Cup Regattas & The Irresistible Soul of Italy's Wildest City
From legendary pizza and extraordinary museums to breathtaking walks along the Tyrrhenian Sea, Pompeii, Capri, and the Amalfi Coast, discover why Italy's most authentic city continues to steal my heart—and why I keep returning.
🏡 Inflation-Proofing Paradise: The Staycation of a Lifetime
Flights are expensive. Hotels are worse. The solution? The staycation. Learn how to turn your home into a high-ROI vacation experience—funny, practical, and surprisingly luxurious.
$35 for 5 Slices? Mama’s TOO! NYC Review: Hype vs Reality 🍕
Mama’s TOO! is trading at peak hype in NYC’s pizza market—but does it deliver real flavor alpha? From salty, Instagram-perfect slices to one standout “super slice” (Poached Pear), here’s the honest review. 🍕
🇮🇪 Mary O’s NYC: Is This the World’s Best Scone? (The East Village "Super Moment")
A tiny East Village shop, a daily sell-out, and possibly the best scone on Earth. Mary O’s NYC delivers a true “Super Moment” in pastry form. 🥖
Chez Alain Miam Miam Review: The Best Organic Crêpes in the Paris Marais 🇫🇷
A cult-favorite crêpe spot in the Marais where patience meets perfection. Long lines, massive portions, and unforgettable flavor—Chez Alain Miam Miam is street food elevated.
🇫🇷 All’antico Vinaio Paris Review: The World’s Best Sandwich Hits the Seine
From Florence to Paris, All’antico Vinaio brings its iconic schiacciata sandwiches to the Seine. Delicious, indulgent, and absolutely worth it—just maybe not every day.