Eating in three of San Francisco’s touristy spots

Jambalaya at Pier Market

I have no problem admitting it. When I visited San Francisco, I checked out all the touristy spots.  And you know what?  I loved them. What can you expect of a person visiting for the first time? These places were crowded and noisy. It was difficult to walk.  People were proposing crazy things to get [...]

Brazil’s Dusty Azurre: Day 9 (Scene 1)

Marmosets at Serra da Bocaina National Park

After getting closer to Paraty’s gorgeous islands and beaches (see them here and here), it was time to discover the other side of this coastal town. Paraty is located at an incredible stretch of land between the sea and a mountain range.  Those mountains popping in the back of town are part of the Serra [...]

Concepcion de Ataco, El Salvador

The famous cats of Diconte and Axul

Concepcion de Ataco is a town situated in the western mountain ranges of El Salvador.  It is located in the department of Ahuachapan across the popular Flowers Route (Ruta de la Flores). You don’t have to use the full town name.  Everybody knows the place by Ataco.  To me, this is the most beautiful town [...]

Little Tokyo Food Tour

Sushi platter at Mitsuri Sushi & Grill

Some weeks ago, for the first time, I had the opportunity to join a food tour. I joined Six Taste’s Little Tokyo Tour. Six Taste was launched in 2009 by two young USC grads.  Since then, the company has grown faster than grass.  It is also one of the most innovative companies in Southern California.  [...]

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