I have found a really great series of books on Amazon which are all guidebooks to places all over the world, but instead of just describing to you the best places to go when you get there, it also describes cultural differences as well as etiquette for a particular place. If you are inspired as I am to go to Greece someday, you should check out this book!

I would be curious to hear from Mel of Mel’s Diner or any other ex-pats living in Greece or any Greek ex-pats living in the US on cultural differences between the United States and Greece. That would be an interesting topic of discussion!

In honor of Rachael Ray and her easy way of cooking, it is only natural that this week’s Product Of The Week is her very first cookbook,
the cookbook she started while teaching people how to cook in grocery stores all around upstate New York. Check it out, then you can make your own opinions!

I am addicted to my new caffettiera, an Italian made stovetop espresso machine.
The is a really great one!
It is just as easy to use as a coffee pot, even more simple. Just fill the lower compartment with water and the filter with coffee grinds, stick it on the stove, and let the heat do the magic.

I learned from Lisabeeen that regular coffee pots never get to the boiling point, and therefore do not extract as much of the coffee as other methods. I am too low-maintenance for those huge espresso machines, so I decided in the spirit of all things Italian, to go for this little gem. I love it! I foam up a little milk, with this , mix it all together, add a little cinnamon on top and I am good to go! One word of warning, do not drink the entire pot all at once! A three cup machine translates to 3 servings! If you have leftovers, save it in the fridge for iced coffee tomorrow! It is bellisimo!

This little green gem is a great deal at only $30!
You can pack all your toiletries, and it is even stain and water resistant and has a removable mirror all included! Perfect for all your travel needs be it roughing it in the rainforest or spluring at a luxury hotel, your personal hygiene will be well protected. I love it because it is a cheery lime green and I love lime green! and you know how girls love to color coordinate! But if you don’t like lime green, you can choose a different color (everybody can’t love lime green!).

If that isn’t enough is also offering a rebate, check the ad for more information on how much you can save with this product!

Please click on the image to purchase or find out more information about this product!