Tastes and Travel by Deirdre Michalski

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Tastes and Travel by Deirdre Michalski

Tastes and Travel by Deirdre Michalski

I want to whisk you away with me

  • Home
  • Travel
    • So Cal
    • United States
    • International
      • France
      • Italy
    • Gardens
    • Bucket List
    • Travel Tips + Gadgets
  • Lifestyle
    • Spa
    • Bike Routes
    • Adventures
    • Day Trippin’
    • Events
  • Food+Drink
    • Dining
    • Chef Interviews
    • Oldest Restaurants
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    • Wine + Bar
  • About Me
    • My Story
    • Working With Me
    • Testimonials
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Dining

April 23, 2021April 23, 2021

Newport Beach Restaurant Week Is Here!

The 15th Annual Newport Beach Restaurant Week is here---now through May 2, 2021.  The most delicious time of the year returns, and yes we want to “Dine Local. Support Local”.   This time round, restaurants are…

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March 6, 2021March 6, 2021

Who Doesn’t Love Homemade Sweet and Savory Treats?

Meet A Talented Chef Who Has Found Her “Sweet Spot” In Phoenix Area! I recently attended a “Virtual” Cooking Demonstration with a wonderfully engaging chef, the Owner of “Tracy Dempsey Originals”.  Her…

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August 27, 2020August 27, 2020

Cooking Omaha Steaks At Home

What fun to have Omaha Steaks delivered right to my home! This was a special treat and I quickly got to work. I referred to my notes from the local Omaha Chefs…

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July 8, 2020July 8, 2020

Omaha Chef’s Offer Tips For Stellar Steaks

I had the pleasure of participating with other foodie writers in a “Virtual Steak Lovers Media Tour” with three chefs in the heart of Omaha, Nebraska. What fun for us to see…

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April 27, 2019April 27, 2019

Exec Chef Chat… On Oceania Cruise Line’s Impressive Marina Ship

Our Baltic cruise began in Stockholm-Sweden, with stops in Tallinn-Estonia, St. Petersburg-Russia, Helsinki-Finland, Gdansk-Poland, Berlin-Germany, Copenhagen-Denmark, Oslo-Norway and we disembarked in Southampton-England (just about two hours south west of London). This epic…

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September 17, 2017October 14, 2017

Recipe: Salmon Asian Marinade

Everyone asks for this recipe and can be used on other fish…Enjoy! Ingredients: For Four Servings -2 cloves of Garlic finely minced (I use cubed frozen Garlic from Trader Joes near veges)…

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March 22, 2017September 12, 2022

One Of The Oldest Restaurants In Europe “La Couronne”

La Couronne in Rouen, France- Auberge La Couronne in Rouen on the du Vieux Marche was established in 1345. A long roll of parchment dating from 1364 provides the authenticity of the…

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February 28, 2016October 9, 2017

Recipe: Cooking Breakfast… Apple Pastry Rosettes

This is a delicious breakfast treat and so easy to make!! You can even do it ahead and place in the refrigerator to cook a few hours later.     Ingredients: -3…

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January 18, 2016October 16, 2017

Recipe: Turkey Chili- Delicious & So Easy Peasy

This is one of my favorite “go-to” comfort meals for a day of football or hanging around for a marathon movie day! With just two do-ahead items cooked, this can be assembled…

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July 5, 2015October 16, 2017

Behind The Kitchen Door- On A Danube River Cruise

A One-On-One Interview – With The Charming Executive Chef Jozsef Lado I recently returned from a fabulous trip in Europe. This trip began, as most do, in Paris. Indeed, there will be…

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