Pure, simple and real…DEEP
and that is the way they like it.
Too bad for the gal who had a business trip crop up. Nutmeg happily took her spot on a girls ski weekend to legendary Whitewater Ski Resort.
Category Archives: Travel
St Anton Austria Der Wiesse Ring
Ginger and Nutmeg have had the good fortune to ski in Europe on a few occasions. On these trips, they have been largely blessed with sunny skies but strangely, almost never with exceptional snow, until this year. In fact, Nutmeg had never noticed these signs before this visit. Watch your head!
Oh Canada Eh
Ginger and Nutmeg have some close friends who after living in Minnesota, Montreal, Colorado and Seattle have chosen (wisely) to live in Provence, on a permanent basis. Now, one could question their combined level of sanity in choosing (not so wisely) to visit Calgary and Canmore at the end of January.
Laundry And The Euro Zone
Nutmeg could have saved the European policy wonks and financial wizards a lot of time and energy.
The Euro began trading on currency markets, ten years ago on January 1, 1999. It was not until 2002, that hard currency, reached the hands of the inhabitants, and started circulating in the cafés, restaurants and stores. Now, the “man on the street” felt the impact of this strange new currency as they reluctantly handed over their Francs, Marks, Schillings and Lira.
A Cooking Lesson in Canmore
Ginger’s whole family was in Canmore to celebrate belated birthdays and the New Year ahead. The house was full and there was lots of buzz around the first day of kiddie ski lessons. Just try to imagine 500 kids starting ski lessons on the same day.
Nutmeg awoke that morning with a minor version of the modern day plague – a head cold. She chose not to battle the kids and parents at the hill, but rather to stay home quietly with Jade and wait for the chef to arrive.
Dispatch from Davos Switzerland
The Swiss town of Davos is home to the World Economic Forum (WEF), which was first established in 1971, under a different name. Now, WEF meetings are held every January, attracting international business and political leaders.
Ginger and Nutmeg jumped at the opportunity, to visit the legendary ski town.
NO, they were not presenters at the WEF they were going to the 43rd running of the Interbourse.
Mooser Hotel Slopeside Luxury St Anton
Austria is a country known for extraordinary skiing. Those fortunate enough to have enjoyed the famous slopes also know that the resorts are renowned for festive après ski parties. Now, there is something new in the idyllic village of St Anton, a boutique ski hotel that epitomizes luxury.
Some might consider buildingan exculsive17-room hotel right next-door to one of the biggest après ski parties in Austria, outrageous. However, with long-term vision and a commitment to the local area, The Mooser Hotel opened its doors to guests, for the first time in December 2011.
St-Maximin-la-Ste-Baume and Gourmet Food in Provence
The village of St-Maximin-la-Ste-Baume is located in a valley a short 30-minute drive south of Aix en Provence. Vineyards surround the town and just to the south is the Massif de la Ste-Baume. The town was named after St Maximinus, who reportedly converted the residents to Christianity and where a 6th century parish church was built and named in his honour. The church was later demolished when the basilica was constructed.
Calgary a Touch of Francaise
As you all know, Nutmeg was not terribly excited about heading back to Calgary in November. I decided that I should help her out and do a little research on where to find a bit of France in Calgary (pronounced Càl-gà-riêéè in French).
Although, Alberta has a reputation for being Anglophone, it is actually the third province in Canada for number of residents with French as their mother tongue. Over 68,000 people can legitimately claim that fact.
Despite a reputation of beef, beef and more AAA beef; the province has more to offer on the restaurant and grocery scene. In part, we can thank our French-speaking residents for their more sophisticated palate. Check out how Française Calgary really is…
Corsica ABCs For Foodies
The island of Corsica is odd shaped, think of a bunch of grapes with the stem at the top and you will not be too far off. The stem of the cluster forms the wild and stunning Cap Corse. The island’s terrain is enormously varied from mountain peaks (120 summits over 2000 meters) and river gorges to sandy beaches and lush plains. This varied topography is reflective of the balance of the grapes in the bunch. Ginger and Nutmeg were told by friends that Corsica is like a mini-France. They were right, the island offers the traveller a rich and tasty experience within the 1000km coastline. The Corsican population is fiercely proud of their locally produced food and beverage products. Ginger and Nutmeg did their best to sample a wide variety of the available goods during their trip. Nutmeg had a bit of fun with this post and hopes you will too.
The following are the ABC’s of Corsican food for the hungry and parched traveller:
Domaine Arena – one of the top-rated wines on the island. Ginger and Nutmeg have tried the red and white varieties – both are excellent. This winemaker is located in the Patrimonio region. They were one of the first vineyards to begin the process of replanting classic Corsican grapes such as Biancu Gentile. The wine is made in an organic style, and it is delicious.
