Author: Hannah Shelly
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Wilson St. Pantry: Coffee and Brunch in Glasgow, Scotland
I opened my eyes after a weekend packed with shows, only to discover I slept through breakfast. Sore and starving, my hangry alter ego awoke. I create this problem for myself all the time on tour. What can I say? A girl needs her beauty sleep. Luckily, a short walk away, Wilson St. Pantry waited…
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Raw Coffee Roasters in Leeds
Pinching testers, I smelled the aroma of four housemade coffee blends. I settled on “Maple Hill.” A mixture of vanilla, toffee, and apple notes, my flat white was scrumptious. Raw Coffee Roasters’ option to select a blend based on scent is an absolute must in downtown Leeds. With beans weighed by hand, the coffee was…
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Relaxing Coffee and Fondue Morning in Lausanne, Switzerland
Icy, clear water stares back at me, still. Snowy mountaintops surround Lake Geneva in the distance. It’s as if all unnecessary sound has been blocked from this calm oasis. Strolling alongside Lake Geneva’s waterfront with a hot cup of coffee, my mind quiets. A single place has never felt more meditative to me. Bold Coffee…
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My chill day in Madrid, Spain
My slow morning consisted of coffee and bites at Sood. The speciality coffee shop was packed and rightfully so. With strong and rich coffee, one sip packed a yummy punch. The aesthetic ceramic mugs provided that cherry on top. Their bites were actual sustenance too! I hate when I go to a cafe, and all…
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Palais Garnier – Paris, France
I’d erased the Palais Garnier from my Paris wishlist. The historic opera house ended up being my favorite site I saw in the city. The Palais Garnier is a masterpiece of 19th century French architecture. Every inch of the opulent structure is a feast for the eyes. Like being in the center of a decadent…
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Utrecht, Netherlands
Utrecht around Christmas feels quaint and intimate. A pause from the hustle of Amsterdam, Utrecht is best explored by foot or bike. Make sure to look both ways! Those bikes don’t stop in the Netherlands for anyone. I’ve never seen so many bikes in my life. The Dom Tower is a steady landmark guiding you…
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Champagne Michel Fagot
Champagne Michel Fagot has me musing. Is my palate more sophisticated than I thought it was? Has my taste simply been a victim of poor quality? Michel Fagot has a deep legacy of producing quality Champagne in Rilly-la-Montagne, France on 15 hectares of vineyards. The amount of people needed to handpick those vines is insanity.…
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Earth Fed Muscle: Local PA Protein Powder
Heavy muscles dragged from my earlier performances. Desperate to be as show ready as before, I push my limits. Shaking and drained, I needed to manage my muscle recovery better. Eating enough protein has always been difficult for me. Especially with the added physical demands of performing. I was losing confidence. What was I to…
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