May 19, 2012

Eating on the Road: Lose Weight, Save the Planet

Mark Bittman

It's easy to put on a few pounds when you travel a lot. Those big hotel breakfasts, a lunch meeting, another meeting over dinner -- even if you are dedicated in using the hotel gym, the calories add up. The New York Times' Mark Bittman has a plan in his new book, Food Matters: A Guide to Conscious Eating. In short, Bittman's plan is to eat like … [Read more...]

Slow Food on the Road

A great way to discover local culinary treats when you travel is to check out  local chapters of Slow Food when you make your plans. There are lots of events and one just might be scheduled when you are in town. If you are traveling alone, it will make for an interesting evening and you can meet some people. If you need to do something different … [Read more...]

Counting Your Travel Pennies

We're all watching our travel expenses these days but that doesn't mean that your next business trip has to lack for fun and interesting experiences. If you are traveling in the U.S., try an old-fashioned diner for breakfast or lunch. You can find a great listing at Diner City. If you don't find something convenient here, ask the hotel doorman … [Read more...]