Courtney Buchanan, Patch Staff
- Mountain View, CA
I am a summer intern for the Silicon Valley Patch. I am currently a student at Lehigh University, pursuing a double major in journalism and Spanish as well as a minor in business.
A Northern California native, I love to travel the world and savor the flavors that different cultures have to offer. In spring 2012 I studied abroad in Seville, Spain, giving me deeper insight into another culture’s way of life. I chronicled my <i>sevillano </i>adventures through my blog called SenseSeville.
Through my baking blog Swellsweets I share photos and recipes of my culinary adventures with others. My life revolves around my passions of writing, enjoying food and experiencing different cultures.
As inspiration for how I approach life, I look to the meaning of the Greek adjective <i>meraki </i>(may-RAH-kee), which means to do something with soul, creativity or love; to put yourself into what you are doing.
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Decadent Nutella Fudge Pops
Nutella, chocolate and banana makes the perfect combination of flavors; try it yourself!
Courtney Buchanan, Patch Staff
Mountain View|News|
Decadent Nutella Fudge Pops
Nutella, chocolate and banana makes the perfect combination of flavors; try it yourself!
Courtney Buchanan, Patch Staff
Mountain View|News|
A Banana Twist on Raw Brownies
Completely changing the ingredients from those listed on the recipe can prove satisfactory or just different.
Courtney Buchanan, Patch Staff
Mountain View|News|
Where is the Arc?
On a weekend getaway to Paris, I wind my way around the streets trying to find the Arc de Triomphe but instead absorbing the Parisian beauty.
Courtney Buchanan, Patch Staff
Mountain View|News|
A Satisfying Parisian Weekend
From museums and cathedrals to delicious food and welcoming people, Paris is a wonderful European city to visit.
Courtney Buchanan, Patch Staff
Mountain View|News|
Raw Brownies: Chocolate + Healthy Fats
This dessert with healthy fats from avocado and walnuts changes things up for chocoholics focused on healthy eating.
Courtney Buchanan, Patch Staff
Mountain View|News|
Refreshing, Light Watermelon Granita
Watermelon is enjoyed in so many ways during the summer, from the plain fruit to in salads. Now try it as a dessert!
Courtney Buchanan, Patch Staff
Capitola-Soquel, CA|News|
Blog: Refreshing Watermelon Granita
Watermelon is enjoyed in so many ways during the summer, from the plain fruit to in salads. Now try it as a dessert!
Courtney Buchanan, Patch Staff
Mountain View|News|
Carnaval in Cadiz
Sometimes when traveling into a new cultural event, the best thing to do is take a deep breath and jump into the culture.
Courtney Buchanan, Patch Staff
Mountain View|News|
Roaming Through Radiant Ronda
Ronda is a town in the Andalusian region of Spain that is filled with history and a quaint charm.
Courtney Buchanan, Patch Staff
Capitola-Soquel, CA|News|
Blog: Carrot Cake Muffins — The Healthy Way
Whole wheat and veggies in a pastry? These carrot cake muffins bring the best of both worlds together - health benefits and delicious flavor.
Courtney Buchanan, Patch Staff
Mountain View|News|
Carrot Cake Muffins: The Healthy Way
Whole wheat and veggies in a pastry? These carrot cake muffins bring the best of both worlds together - health benefits and delicious flavor.
Courtney Buchanan, Patch Staff
Mountain View|News|
British Beauty in Gibraltar
From beautiful vistas and British culture to wild monkeys and caves, Gibraltar is a small territory with much diversity.
Courtney Buchanan, Patch Staff
Capitola-Soquel, CA|News|
Blog: Peppermint Delight Dark Fudge
This dark fudge with crushed peppermint will keep you coming back for more.
Courtney Buchanan, Patch Staff
Mountain View|News|
Peppermint Delight Dark Fudge
This dark fudge with crushed peppermint will keep you coming back for more.
Courtney Buchanan, Patch Staff
Mountain View|News|
Abroad in Seville: Classes in Spain
The education system in Spain poses quite a contrast to the education system found in the United States.
Courtney Buchanan, Patch Staff
