Artisan Pizza
What makes an artisan pizza so flavorful and unique? At first glance, an artisan pizza looks very different from pizzas we may be accustomed to. The flatbread is lightly scorched, the toppings are sparse, and the aroma is delicate. Instead of using shredded cheese, we...
Running Barefoot
After finishing the 2009 Miami marathon, I was burned out on running. The I read Born to Run by Christopher McDougall. This masterpiece of non-fiction writing inspired me to start running again … only without shoes! There are a lot of different benefits of running...
Travel Apps for the Savvy Traveler
Traveling is one of the most enjoyable activities to participate in as you get a chance to visit new locations and learn about different cultures. Although traveling is exciting, it can also be expensive and inconvenient in many cases. If you want to enjoy an easy and...
Concert Photography
When people ask me what makes me smile my standard answers are cooking great food for friends or family, planning a trip somewhere new, and catching a band I love live. Concerts are a happy place for me. When I’m headed to a concert, the music, lights, and performance...
How to Disconnect on Vacation
When it comes to taking a vacation, it can be exciting to have an escape and spend time in a beautiful location. Although you may enjoy lounging around, it can be difficult to disconnect while you're away. If you want to have a break and get your mind off of work or...
The Benefits of Studying Photography
Thanks to technological advancements and the world wide web, photography has grown into an art form, a hobby, and a career; even simply studying photography helps to expand skill sets and confidence. Studying and practicing photography is no longer solely for training...
Best Places to Get the Real Miami Flavor
Miami’s diverse communities and cultural fabric are made of iconic dishes, family heirloom recipes, and signature combinations. It will take quite a few trips before you can get a strong sense of Miami flavors, but that's half of the fun. Try these eight iconic dishes...
Have You Been There?
“Have you been there?” she asked, and that started a discussion about exactly what it means to have “been somewhere.” When I flew home from China last summer, I had an eight hour layover in Korea. I didn’t leave the airport. When people ask me what countries I have...
How To Make Pasta From Scratch
Fresh pasta from scratch is a favorite in the Knight household. Fresh pasta cooks in three minutes and is fun to make. And you can customize it: in another blog post I described how I made lime pasta to complement a shrimp filling. My usual go-to pasta recipe contains...
Traveling with Children
I’ve found that traveling can require a significant amount of planning. When I plan to travel with my children, I’ve discovered that there are a few ways to ensure that they remain safe and have fun while creating new memories. Pack Activities I try to make sure my...