raised in upstate NY, but living in Austin, TX for the last four years.

an introvert who enjoys new experiences.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

traveling for a month through western Turkey, some of the Greek Islands, and a possible stop in Venice for the biannale. i've shared my space in austin with so many friends and its been a real pleasure sharing my favorite places with them as a host. i love the idea of staying in a locals home rather than renting some hotel filled with other tourists.

Interests

FOOD! making it, sharing it, reading about it, and eating it! it can be from a nameless trailer in a parking lot or after waiting three hours in line for the most highly rated new local restaurant, what I am most excited about is food that's GOOD!! often an authenticity regarding tradition, ingredients, location, etc plays into that quality.

DESIGN AESTHETICS! i have a love and appreciation for art, the handmade, and all things vintage or old. i believe history is told best (or perhaps most interestingly) within the context of its cultural aesthetics: the art, the architecture, the textiles, the crafts, the food (there it is again!), the clothing, and everything in between.

i'm also a big fan of the weird or unusual.

i've been practicing yoga at least twice a week for the last 7 months and i am hoping to continue this while mindfulness traveling in whatever capacity possible.

• arts
• culture
• folklore
• architecture
• design
• dining
• yoga
• crafts
• clothing
• reading
• traveling
• history

Music, Movies, and Books

Dave Sedaris, Khaled Hosseini, Junot Diaz, Super Sad True Love Story, and Harry Potter :) come to mind as favorites

Weird B movies from the 60s and 70s, "classics" like Labyrinth, Goonies or Princess Bride which I grew up watching, it's hard to choose favorites... i watch a lot of movies! i also love Twin Peaks, Parks and Recreation, Breaking Bad, True Detective, The Office, Bobs Burgers, Simpsons

music is all over the place.

What I Can Share with Hosts

an enthusiasm for exploring new places, and an appreciation for the local traditions and culture.

Countries I’ve Visited

Canada, Costa Rica, Czech Republic, Denmark, Germany, Italy, Morocco, Netherlands, Poland, Sweden

Countries I’ve Lived In

Denmark