Awhile back, I went to Big Bear in Southern California for a leadership retreat. Before the trip, I asked the teacher who was coordinating the …
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Why Our Stories Matter: A Look At Novelist Scott Bergstrom’s WWII-Era European Passport Collection
It started with the passport of a young Polish woman named Zofja. Scott Bergstrom, author of the novel The Cruelty, discovered it in an antique …
Epicure’s Guide To Artisanal Portland, Oregon
Portland, Oregon, is possibly the most sustainable city in America. Farm-to-table isn’t a trend, it’s a given. Carbon neutral and energy-efficient building models aren’t hot-right-now, …
Green Tea, Shabushabu And Kushiage: Epicure’s Guide To Japan’s Kansai Region
From the high-quality green tea of Uji to the rich soba culture of Izushi to Osaka’s hearty soul food, Japan’s Kansai Region is made to …
Matcha, Bento And An 11th-Century Temple: A Cultural Walk In Uji, Japan
While Japan in General is known for its curative green tea culture, there is one place where the offerings are truly rich: Uji. Located in …