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Veronica Veliz

As a student of Art History and Chemistry at Williams College in Massachusetts, Veronica Veliz's natural curiosity has led her across the globe, specifically, to Rome. Born and raised in Miami, Florida, Veronica's Latina heritage has inspired her passion for all things food, music, and art. Her hobbies include travelling, dancing and binge-watching Netflix.

The Spice Cabinet: cumin · www.casamiatours.com

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The Spice Cabinet: Cumin

Though it no longer is particularly popular within Italian kitchens, cumin has a history almost…

Veronica VelizJune 24, 2016

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The Herb Garden: Mint

Being that mint was originally found in the Mediterranean, it’s only fitting that the name…

Veronica VelizJune 17, 2016

cooking lesson with anna · www.casamiatours.com

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The Anna Chronicles: Cooking Lesson #1

Well aware of my novice cooking capabilities, my host mom Anna began my very first…

Veronica VelizJune 7, 2016

gelato at Otaleg · www.casamiatours.com

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A Gelato Pilgrimage

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to trek across the city of Rome in…

Veronica VelizMay 31, 2016

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Dining on a Budget in Rome

I’m not a professional food critic by any stretch of the imagination but even as…

Veronica VelizMay 13, 2016

The Spice Cabinet_ Black Pepper · www.casamiatours.com

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The Spice Cabinet: Black Pepper

It's hard to believe that a spice so ubiquitous to us, found in nearly every…

Veronica VelizMay 4, 2016

Anna and Salvador · www.casamiatours.com

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Dinner with Anna and Salvador

It isn't easy to predict the different obstacles you face as a student abroad. While…

Veronica VelizApril 13, 2016

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At Home with Anna

When I first decided to live in a homestay during my first and only semester…

Veronica VelizApril 6, 2016

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