A Cocktail with Blue Curacao at the 360 Experience on the Discovery Princess Like every other foodie, I’m constantly searching for the next over-the-top experience. I look for events like cooking classes where we make fresh squid ink pasta, ocean-to-table lobster...
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Community Orchard: A Family Fun Itinerary in Fort Dodge, Iowa
The orchard lies along the beautiful Des Moines River Valley, where the orchard grows over 5,000 trees and includes more than 15 varieties of fresh-from-the-tree-picked apples. They also offer sunflowers in summer and continue through autumn with pumpkins. Denny &...
5 Best Restaurants in the Bradenton Gulf Islands
Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant and Pub Located on Long Boat Key, the next island south of Anna Maria Island, our SoCal Radio Wine Dinner at Mar Vista was spectacular, starting with the view. We ate on the covered patio, but they have options for dining under the trees...
7 Must-Try Fort Wayne, Indiana Restaurants
Fort Wayne's Famous Coney Dogs at Coney Island Weiner Stand Fort Wayne’s Famous Coney Island Weiner Stand “Next table’s open,” a server shouted from the back. “Still need my four cheese dogs,” another called. That’s the typical banter at Fort Wayne’s Famous Coney...
The Women Behind The Livermore Valley Wineries
Tuesday, March 8, 2022, is International Women’s Day, and as with most celebrations, I couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate than with a glass of wine. So that led me to talk to five women who own wineries in Livermore Valley, California. In honor of...
Hendricks County, Indiana: 8 Must-Try Restaurants
Oasis Diner Indiana’s Hendricks County is a collection of 11 charming small towns. While the destinations feature Midwest small-town charm, the flavors are big. Indiana’s Midwest roots make it an area rich in agriculture, so you’ll find local pork, corn, soybeans, and...
The Kansas City Taco Trail: 7 Must-Try Taquerias
Al Pastor Tacos from Camino Real on the Kansas City Kansas Taco Trail Tacos usually aren’t the first food that comes to mind when you think of Kansas City. But instead, barbeque is synonymous with the Kansas City brand. However, tacos are also a special treat where...
Clarkston Union Bar & Kitchen in Clarkston, Michigan
Like the Christmas star guiding the three wise men, the steeple peeked above the surrounding buildings leading us through the crisp fall air and drizzle to a comforting meal. At the Clarkston Union Bar & Kitchen, located in Clarkston, Michigan, we found a feast...
A Gourmand’s Guide to Gulf Shores: A to Z
Thank you to Visit Gulf Shores & Orange Beach for hosting some of these gourmand experiences. A is for Avenue Pub. Located on Terry Cove, Avenue Pub has a stunning view across the cove. Add a taste that far exceeds typical pub food, and you’ll be glad you visited....
Burgdorf’s Winery: Award-Winning Wine from a Garage
The Tasting Room at Burgdorf's Winery What do Deborah and Dave Burgdorf have in common with Google’s Larry Page and Sergey Brin? They’ve all launched successful businesses from their garage. In the wine industry, the Garagiste refers to a European concept of making...
Lansing, Michigan: 5 Must-Have Foodie Experiences
While the Greater Lansing area is known for the three Cs, the Capitol, the Campus (Michigan State University), and cars, I add a fourth, cuisine. Lansing features a lot of great local foodie experiences, from scratch-made Mediterranean cuisine to romantic inns. So,...
Deciding Dessert First
Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake at Aerie Restaurant in Traverse City, Michigan Life is short and unpredictable. Eat the dessert first! Helen Keller While Helen Keller made a great point, I am not talking about eating dessert first. I’m speaking of deciding which dessert...