Dining Blog

A Romantic Getaway

For our anniversary, my husband planned a romantic getaway to the Ritz-Carlton at Dove Mountain and we had a blast!  Anyone who knows me knows that I love the Ritz-Carlton.  They offer the best service, and although I know there are other hotels that have...

Happy Birthday to Me!

I am one year younger and I am so thankful for the years God has given me.  I stand on Psalm 91:16, "God will give me long life and show me His salvation."  For my special day, I hung out with my husband.  We watched Jumping the Broom, which was an...

One Eleven Huntsville

I wanted to find a new restaurant to have a nice evening dinner with Matt. Some friends told me about One Eleven, so Matt and I visited. It is a chic new restaurant opening its doors in June. One Eleven is located at 111 Washington St. NE. This restaurant has become a...

Watusi Cafe Hilton Head Island

Nestled just a short walk from Coligny Beach, Watusi Cafe & Coffee Bar is a charming neighborhood staple. This cafe fits its signature slogan, "It is what it is." The cafe is a casual place to unwind and enjoy family and friends. We had a rental close to Coligny...

Odelia – The Luxe

Welcome to the restaurant where glitz and glamour meet delicious! I am so captivated by the decor and detail put into every inch of this space from the couture marble bar area to the velvet furniture that fills the restaurant. I don't know where to start --- the food...

Seafire Steakhouse at Paradise Island

Seafire is one of those restaurants you really need to try and get a reservation for instead of just trying to walk in. We reserved an evening at Seafire and really had a great time. I don't eat beef and pork, but my husband loves steak. My husband chose the New York...

Louisiana Lagniappe Destin

My kids and I love the beach, but whenever you go to the beach, it is imperative that you enjoy the seafood local restaurants have to offer. I am always drawn to a great seafood restaurant. We heard Louisiana Lagniappe was a great restaurant for both tourists and...

Leafly Boba Bar

Boba tea has been all the craze around Huntsville for the past few years. With so many artificial flavors, sweeteners, and colors out there, I try to choose wisely when enjoying my favorite beverage. I love the fact that Leafly doesn't use fructose or artificial...

Lovin’ New Orleans

We always visit New Orleans during the holidays.  I love this city.  Many people think of partying when they think of New Orleans, but New Orleans has so much more to offer --- meeting wonderful people, eating delicious Cajun cuisine, shopping, art, and...

Cooking With Chioma

I had a blast cooking with my  Chioma who is an excellent cook and a studies nutrition at the University of Arizona.  Chioma is a personal trainer, but she also consults clients on healthy eating.  What more can you ask for? She's what I call an...

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Toast It Iz

Toast It Iz

I think my taste buds have died and gone to heaven. I visited one of Huntsville's newest...

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Sexy Fish Miami

Sexy Fish Miami

From the moment you walk into this restaurant, you understand why it is called "Sexy Fish Miami."...

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Dakar NOLA

Dakar NOLA

A couple of weeks ago, I escaped the snow here in Huntsville and headed to New Orleans to enjoy...

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116 Noble

116 Noble

This evening was beyond spectacular. I spent time with some wonderful women from the Huntsville...

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Coffee Rani

Coffee Rani

I recently visited Mandeville, Louisiana, which is across the lake from New Orleans. I used to...

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Leafly Boba Bar

Leafly Boba Bar

Boba tea has been all the craze around Huntsville for the past few years. With so many artificial...

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Purveyor

Purveyor

Today was a great day! I am celebrating another year and having fun doing it. Today is my...

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Poppy Kitchen

Poppy Kitchen

I heard about this restaurant a couple of months ago.  This restaurant has been open less...

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Cup Quequitos

Cup Quequitos

A couple of weeks ago, my family and I attended Second Saturdays Downtown.  Different artists...

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San Diego

San Diego

I spent some quality time in San Diego with my family, and we had a blast hanging out...

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Mini Cobblers

Mini Cobblers

I love apple cobbler and peach cobbler, but I wanted to try a mini version of the cobbler, which...

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Tropical Sno

Tropical Sno

If you have never had a "sno ball," you don't know what you're missing.  It is a sweet little...

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Going Greek

Going Greek

One of my favorite restaurants has closed.  They had the best lamb chops ever and now I have...

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Yes Indeed!

Yes Indeed!

There's one thing I can't get used to in the desert --- being away from good Southern cooking....

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