Unwrapping My 20-Year Digital Music Journey

Today marks 20 years since I got my first iPod and downloaded iTunes, kicking off a digital music journey that's still going strong. Despite switching from PC to Mac, and various other laptop changes, my digital library has remained mostly intact. So, while others are sharing their Spotify 'Wrapped' recaps, I'm celebrating with my own music data deep-dive. Scroll to the end for the infographic I created!

My NYC Specialty Coffee Guide (Updated 2026)

For over two decades, I've visited New York regularly and writing about the city's now-booming specialty coffee scene. Although I've made various neighbourhood coffee guides, my last overall NYC coffee guide was published in 2013. As both the coffee scene and my own tastes have evolved considerably, I knew another top ten wouldn't cut it. Instead, I created a specialty coffee map, which now includes almost 100 coffee shops and cafés throughout Manhattan and Brooklyn, from Abraço to Zibetto.

The NYC Caffeine Chronicles: Autumn 2024 Update

Whenever I visit New York City, specialty coffee shop hopping is always on my agenda. I've been visiting the city's coffee shops for over two decades and it's a pleasure to go both to a coffee shop I've frequented for 21 years and to a whole host of much newer specialty coffee spots on the same trip. NYC's coffee scene has continued to evolve with my own tastes and I always discover new cafes and roasters to check out. My most recent trip was no exception!

A Long Weekend in New York City: Autumn 2024

For me, there's always been something special about New York City. Since my first visit in 1995, I've always loved the sights, sounds, scents — and shopping! I even celebrated my milestone birthday there last November with my family. I start to miss the city before I've even made it back to the airport. And I've been looking forward to this one — my 34th trip to NYC — since I booked in the summer. Read on to find out what I got up to!

How To Spend Two Weeks in Sri Lanka

I'd wanted to visit Sri Lanka for some time and I'm glad I finally made it happen in 2024. I spent an incredible two weeks there in September, filled with many unforgettable memories: sunrise hill climbs, elephant gatherings, beautiful beaches, captivating cultural experiences and fantastic food. In this guide, I'm sharing my itinerary and how it worked out, what I did, where I stayed, how I got around and other  practical tips.