Author: Betty Albert Chronicles

California-born Betty Albert is a certified Naturopathic Doctor, author (“Lost in Italy and Loving it”, Amazon/Kindle), freelance writer, and speaker/presenter on health/wellness/longevity topics. She holds dear the art and science of proper cooking and healthy eating, and works as a lifestyle coach even in retirement. Past history include 20-year careers in corporation, professional photography and natural health. Her website is www.bettyalbertchronicles.com, and she can be reached at balbert7072@gmail.com.

Folsom Forefather Commemorated via Sister City Tour to Italy

SISTER CITY TOUR TO ITALY COMMEMORATES   Giuseppe (Joe) Murer Seats still available — sign up today This annual tour to Italy, sponsored by Historical Murer House in Folsom, will take place from April 9-19 2018. The group of 20 “ambassadors” for Folsom will meet the citizens of Crespano del Grappa, near Venice in northern Italy.  … Continue reading Folsom Forefather Commemorated via Sister City Tour to Italy

UNTOURS….the way to GO

If you haven’t seen my new webpages yet, take a look! Green Chef Press has switched over to BettyAlbertChronicles.com now that writing has taken over the travelscape; but never fear, I’ll still be writing about food, farming and organic living. And, if you haven’t heard of Untours (our favorite travel stays), be advised of its… Continue reading UNTOURS….the way to GO

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9 Garden Results That Taught Me a Lesson in Winter

                                                                                                             … Continue reading 9 Garden Results That Taught Me a Lesson in Winter

GOLD COUNTRY NUGGETS HIDDEN IN PEACEFUL PLACERVILLE

 Annual Historic Highway 50 Wagon Train from Nevada arrives in Placerville, CA    California may be known for its gold discovery, but the real deal are in the nooks and crannies in and around Main Street USA. Placerville, in the foothills of the Sierra, is one such town where “Destination” speaks loud and clear. In… Continue reading GOLD COUNTRY NUGGETS HIDDEN IN PEACEFUL PLACERVILLE

THE APPLE HILL™ STORY

    Consult the directories listed in The Gold Nuggets of El Dorado County in this blog for maps, open hours, days, and contact information for over 64 certified producers, 22 of them registered organic. Agriculture in El Dorado County grew after the gold rush. There were about 16 ranchers, mostly pear orchards. In 1958,… Continue reading THE APPLE HILL™ STORY

Buon Natale say the Gondoliers

My travel planner (Norma at ItalyEasy.com) sent this. I guess it reminds us of the spirit of the the people in Italy who take up an oar and pronounce the spirit of the season. The gondoliers are no exception. A strong community spirit rows through Venice among the gondoliers, understandably with the rich history behind… Continue reading Buon Natale say the Gondoliers

Getting off the Beaten Path in Italy…

You might be surprised, but better yet, learn much about its people. Such was our luck one day taking an off-highway excursion on the way to Todi to see a relation of a friend we were told to visit on our trip. Juggling my cell phone, map and a handwritten page of instructions I was… Continue reading Getting off the Beaten Path in Italy…