Janice Nieder
Janice Nieder could be the love child of Indiana Jones and Julia Child. Previously a specialty food consultant in NYC, Janice is currently a San Francisco-based culinary tourism writer who has wined & dined her way through 80 countries. To keep things in balance, Janice also enjoys writing about her Girlfriend Getaways which include spa visits, soft-core adventure, cultural events, shopping, boutique hotels, and chef interviews.
Smaller can be a good thing, even in Texas! Part 3: Irving
Travel writer and wanderlust angel Janice Nieder continues her exploration of "small" Texas: Grapevine, Frisco and Irving. In her third entry for Stark Insider Janice heads to upscale Irving.
Why Irving?
Upscale Irving is all about upscale accommodations, Texas-sized shopping, and outdoor fun including championship golf courses, hiking the Campión Trails, a world-class greenbelt development...
Smaller can be a good thing, even in Texas! Part 2: Frisco
Travel writer and wanderlust angel Janice Nieder continues her exploration of "small" Texas: Grapevine, Frisco and Irving. In this second entry for Stark Insider Janice heads to rising star, Frisco.
Why Frisco?
Frisco is considered Texas’ rising star, with good cause. Art and history buffs will appreciate the unique sculpture garden and the...
Smaller can be a good thing, even in Texas! Part 1: Grapevine
Folksy, friendly Grapevine, home to the Texas Wine industry, has a rich heritage starting back from 1843.
A look inside the 2016 Atlanta Food & Wine Festival
Now in its sixth year, the Atlanta Food & Wine Festival has become one of the hottest food festivals in the country. As a love fest for all things southern, they are known for flying in the finest culinary talent from Texas to D.C., all eager to put their...
Easy winter road tripping through Western Montana’s Glacier Country
Culinary tourism writer Janice Nieder gets her wanderlust on, Montana style. Here are some of the best things to see, do and eat in this friendly, snowy wonderland.
Wanderlust: 7 Irrefutable reasons to escape to Pueblo Bonito Golf & Spa Resorts
The holidays are officially over and if all that remains is empty cookie tins, a pile of unwanted gifts to return and Christmas tree road kill lining slushy streets, then you need to book a getaway to one of Pueblo Bonito Golf & Spa Resorts in Cabo San Lucas...
Wanderlust: Quaint and quirky Carmel-by-the-Sea
Lace up your Vans! Join Janice as she takes a whimsical and inspiring foot tour of this charming, coastal town.
Napa Valley Wanderlust: A perfect 24-hour getaway to Calistoga
Internationally acclaimed food, travel and lifestyle writer Janice Nieder shares insider tips for planning your perfect getaway to the town of Calistoga in the Napa Valley.
When you’re entertaining out-of-towners in San Francisco and they start clamoring to go wine tasting, the fraternal wine twins, Napa and Sonoma, usually come to mind....
Visit B-town: Now in full bloom (Part 1)
Travel writer Janice Nieder explores Bloomington, Indiana and discovers a bouquet of art, culture, sports and unique culinary offerings.
Grand Dame, Arizona Biltmore is looking good after successful remodel
An inside look at the multi-million dollar reno at the famed Arizona Biltmore. Frank Lloyd Wright, the Rat Pack, and Marilyn Monroe would surely approve.
