Seasonal Favorites Archives

Alaska Cruise Sailing the Inside Passage on the Emerald Princess- www.compassandfork.com

Destinations|North America (USA)|Seasonal Favorites|Small Ship Cruising and More

7 Day Emerald Princess Alaska Cruise, Tips and Tricks

- 4

A Review of our Emerald Princess Cruise of Alaska’s Inside Passage It was with some trepidation we arrived at the cruise ship dock for our Seattle to Alaska cruise. We were about to board for a one-week Emerald Princess Alaska cruise sailing the beautiful, glacier-lined Inside Passage. Why the trepidation? Prior to this our largest cruise ship had a capacity of 135 passengers (and there were only 85 of us)! So, 3500 passengers on one ship was mind blowing and … Read More

How to Make Easy Carolina Ribs with Vinegar Based BBQ Sauce

- 13

Carolina ribs with a vinegar based BBQ sauce are on the menu today. A Carolina bbq sauce guarantees excellent results in either the oven or smoker. As I have a BBQ smoker, my preference is to cook my Carolina ribs in it to impart some extra, smoky flavor. We are using a vinegar based BBQ sauce recipe utilizing everyday ingredients as a marinade for the ribs. Then we cook them low and slow on the BBQ smoker. So very good … Read More

Authentic Greek Lemon Chicken Makes the Best Greek Barbecue

- 4

Like the idea of a Greek barbecue and looking for a simple Greek chicken breast recipe? Authentic Greek lemon chicken is full of the great flavors of Greece and only 15 minutes total preparation and cooking time. And, all made with everyday ingredients. The key to this dish is its simple flavoring. Like the idea of a Greek barbecue and looking for a simple Greek chicken breast recipe? Authentic Greek lemon chicken is full of the great flavors of Greece … Read More

Seasonal Favorites|Small Ship Cruising and More|Tips|Travel|Travel Tips

9 Tips for Your 1st Cruise Including What to Pack

You booked your 1st cruise and now you are getting ready to go. Wondering what to pack and what to expect onboard the ship for your 1st cruise? We have done a couple of cruises now, usually small ships, but one large ship cruise to Alaska, and here we share our tips for your 1st cruise, including what to pack. Tips for Your 1st Cruise and What to Expect Onboard Pack a Carry-on Bag While it seems obvious in retrospect, … Read More

Destinations|Recipes|Seasonal Favorites

9 of the Most Popular Summer Paleo Recipes from Around the World

- 2

Looking for some great, summer paleo recipes to try from different cultures around the world? We have you covered for some great breakfasts, appetizers, salads, mains and sides. As we travel around the world it is increasingly apparent more and more people are developing food allergies to common, grain products. Is it the use of herbicides and pesticides? And, of course, there is the increasing use of highly processed foods in many countries. Although we are not strictly paleo, we … Read More

Great Gift Ideas for Men: Dad, Grad or Husband

Great gift ideas for men for every occasion- Father’s Day, a Birthday, Anniversary or Graduation. You might find the perfect gift for the man in your life! Most of these gift ideas relate to food and travel, our specialty, and all are available online so you can find something without running all over town. Great Gift Ideas for Men that Love the Grill If your man is like mine, the grill is a temple of worship. The place where all … Read More