An awesome place I've visited:

Last fall, I went to the small town in Calabria where my great grandfather was born.

My life history in 5 sentences or fewer:

I am a Philly girl at heart- born, raised, and educated in the City of Brotherly love. I caught the travel bug a little late and now plan a big trip every year. Cooking is my therapy. And, no, I am not an Eagles fan.

My first concert / My dream concert:

First Concert: Rick Springfield I tagged along with my older sister to see Dr. Noah Drake. Dream Concert: The Smiths

Obscure knowledge I possess:

The number of calories Michael Phelps consumed while training for Beijing. And the equivalent number of pizzas, broccoli in a pick-up truck... Non-necessary facts quoted in "Michael Phelps Trains with a T-Rex"- a book I bought for me nephew.

For me, a first date no-no is:

Prolonging an evening that should be abbreviated.

I secretly want to be:

on Dancing With The Stars. I know with the right partner and the right training, I can be the next champion. (Yes, I'm kidding....kind of.)