Food
-
The Different Styles of Pizza Across Italy
One thing I always enjoy explaining to people visiting Italy is that pizza changes a lot depending on where you are in the country. Many people arrive expecting one universal “Italian pizza,” but Italy treats pizza more like a regional tradition than a single fixed recipe. The dough, texture, preparation, and even the overall experience… Continue reading
-
Saturday Selfie: Someone Deserves Something Tonight! 😌
It’s the last big refuel before the upcoming show: two burgers, two fries, and a small (OK, big) gelato. The gelato flavors included Nutella Cheesecake, Grandma’s Cookie, and Pistachio, because life is too short for just one scoop. Continue reading
-
Tuesday Travelogue: Five Guys — Salt, Steel, And The Geography Of Recovery
Travel usually brings to mind coastlines, mountain air, unfamiliar streets, and the subtle ways a place changes you. Over the years, I’ve traveled to various beaches, gyms, cities, and cultures that left a mark long after I left. But there’s another destination that has quietly followed me across borders and competitions, one that deserves its… Continue reading
-
Throwback Thursday: Enjoying a Cheat Meal
May, 2020. A proper cheat meal, enjoyed slowly and without guilt. By that point, training had already taught me something important: food tastes different when it’s earned. Not rushed, not inhaled, not used to fill a hole—just appreciated for what it is. Moments like this were never about excess. They were about balance. About understanding… Continue reading