New England Has One Of The Snowiest Mountains In The World

What does Japan, Alaska, and New Hampshire have in common? Well, they are all spots where you will find the most snow covered peaks in the world. A New Hampshire mountain is also the tallest peak in New England in addition to being the snowiest spot.

The Daily Passport recently detailed some of the spots across the globe that receive the most snow historically each year. In fact, we are just a few short days away from their main snow-season kicking off.

"If you’re someone who really loves fresh powder, you might want to consider visiting the following places — where living with several feet of snow outside the front door is part of everyday life," Daily Passport states.

In New England, the snowiest mountain spot is also a highly popular winter vacation destination.

You know you are in an environment of with a rich history (and extreme conditions) when the location has its own museum showcasing its history. The Mount Washington Observatory runs a museum at the summit the details major events and the weather impact dating back to the 1800's.

The Weather Channel explains that Mount Washington averages over 280 inches of snow each year. For reference, that is over 23 feet. What makes this New England mountain among the snowiest spots in the world? "The peak stands at the confluence of North America’s three major weather fronts: the Atlantic, Gulf, and Pacific Northwest," the Daily Passport said.

The other mountain peaks in America named as spots that receive the most snowfall are in Washington and Alaska. Compared to Mount Washington, Thompson Pass in Alaska averages 330 inches of snow per year. However, the crown for the snowiest mountain range in the country goes to Mount Rainier in Washington. The past five years, Mount Rainier has averaged 615 inches of snow annually.

If you've now waxed up your skies and are ready to hit the slopes, Visit Mount Washington has detailed information on each of the seven mountains in the area where you can expect some fresh powder.

As a father of four, my mornings are always a bit hectic. I enjoy being an early bird; however, I rarely have the time to prep a good breakfast. Therefore, I was quite thrilled to see that Tasting Table recognized three New England restaurants for having the best breakfast sandwiches in the country. I'm always looking for a good quick breakfast.

A morning in my world usually consists of a sunrise workout, followed by a scramble to get myself and the kids out of the house. Then I embark on an hour-long drive to the office. On the weekends, it's taking one of my kids to their sports game. Let's focus on the latter for a moment.

While I am more lenient on my breakfast choice (a banana or shake will do), I insist upon a healthy start for the little guys. Driving them all around New England on weekends requires a few drive-thru meals that you eat in the car. My preference is for the kids to have something substantial, with a protein they enjoy. A breakfast sandwich is often the choice.

The perfect breakfast sandwich should follow three simple rules. It's quick, both to order and make. It's fresh (not a microwaved egg slab pulled out of plastic). Finally, it's a balanced hand-held item that is not too heavy, processed or sugar-filled.

When trekking through interstates and unfamiliar towns at sunrise, it's easy to settle upon the quickest Dunkin' Donuts. Now, there are some other options that you (and I) should know about. These three New England restaurants ranking among the best breakfast sandwiches in the country.

Before we get into the list, it is necessary to give one other shout-out. The Portland, Oregon establishment named by Tasting Table has both the best restaurant and sandwich name. The "Yolko Ono" by Fried Egg I'm In Love.

Sofra Bakery and Café in Cambridge, MA, is the first stop. Tasting Table calls out "Geno's Egg Sandwich." This is a brioche bun filled with egg topped with halloumi cheese, feta butter, tomato concasse, and spicy green cilantro.

Next, we hop on 95 North and pull into the Elephantine Bakery in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. Here the selected breakfast sandwich is called the "Egg Simit." It's the healthiest of the three choices based on pure ingredients. This sandwich consists of egg, hummus, beat pistachio spread, feta, and spinach on a sesame simit.

I actually had a very hard time securing a quick bacon, egg, and cheese this past spring while in Maine for a lacrosse tournament. Now I know I need to go to a coffee shop next time. Tandem Coffee has something so good, it doesn't even need a clever name. "The Breakfast Sandwich" is simply egg, American cheese, and smoked paprika. However, when you rest it upon a homemade buttermilk biscuit, you reach a new level.