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Unwind with Wine in Napa Valley

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I have had the pleasure of visiting Napa Valley three times in my life (and many more to come) and can absolutely say it just keeps getting better! As wine gets better with time, Napa seems to also. This is the ultimate trip to explore different types of wine, build your palate, be in the midst of amazing scenery, and eat great food! As a food and travel blogger, that’s right up my alley! There are so many wineries that it can become overwhelming to decide which ones to go to. But, that’s what Pursuit of Delights is here for! Scroll on to see which wineries met my list of top, affordable places to visit (in no particular order). Read more

Carmine’s – Times Square, NYC

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You know how you feel every time you go to your Grandma’s house? She makes entirely too much food and requires you to “EAT UP!”, but you don’t mind because it’s all so IMG_1070 3delicious. Most of us know exactly what this scenario feels like. Now picture it in a restaurant. This is the exact experience you will have at Carmine’s of New York City. If you love Italian, love variety, and live for large portion sizes, they are the restaurant for you! In addition to great food, the camaraderie is awesome! If you begin to sing or clap in celebration of something within your group, don’t be surprised if all of the tables around you join in. It is truly heartfelt and amazing. Now let’s dive into the eats! Read more

Desire for San Diego

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Over time, while browsing through Pursuit of Delights, you may read commentary on my love for San Diego. Cincinnati is home and I travel to other locations often, I have a very soft spot for this gorgeous city. If you have been, you know and understand why I have chosen to dedicate a post to it. Although I have been a few times, my recent visit triggered an intense desire to eventually migrate to the West Coast. Read more

The Oregon Trail

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I always advise friends and family to look into traveling to a location they would not immediately think of. Or, when the opportunity arises, take it seriously, for the experience will likely be greater than the hesitation. Read more

The Country Cat-Portland, OR

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A cocktail with sorbet in it…. Have you ever seen this on a menu? I certainly hadn’t until I dined at the Country Cat in Portland, OR. Read more

Napa Valley, California

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There is really something magical about Napa Valley. The hills and the valleys. The greenery, which is literally EVERYWHERE. The flowers. The people and their natural friendliness. And of course… the wineries. Read more